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Oil Policy
News & analysis tagged Oil Policy — diplomacy, politics, and global affairs coverage from Model Diplomat.
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Repsol's Horcón Deal Tests Trump's Oil Order
Repsol's June 2026 deal with PDVSA marks Spain's entry into US-controlled Venezuelan oil, sidelining Chinese interests.
2026-07-09
Iraq's OPEC Strategy: 2027 Quota Push
Iraq's Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi rules out OPEC exit, pushing for a higher output quota in the 2027 review amid shifting Gulf oil politics.
2026-07-09
US–Iran Oil Deal: Article 10's Collapse
The US revokes Article 10 of the Islamabad MoU, impacting Iran's oil exports and market dynamics amid geopolitical tensions.
2026-07-08
US Reimposes Iran Oil Sanctions, Strikes
The US revokes Iran's oil waiver and strikes 80 targets, marking a shift in strategy that impacts oil markets and regional stability.
2026-07-08
Iran Strikes Bahrain and Kuwait Amid US Ties
Iran's IRGC claims missile strikes on 85 US sites in Bahrain and Kuwait after the US revokes its oil sales license, escalating regional tensions.
2026-07-08
US Reinstates Iran Oil Sanctions After Attaks
The US Treasury reinstates oil sanctions on Iran following tanker attacks, impacting global oil markets and geopolitical relations.
2026-07-07
Iraq's Oil Route to Syria Signals Change
Iraq plans to truck 50,000 bpd of oil to Syria's Banyas port, signaling a break from Iran's long-standing veto on Iraqi exports.
2026-07-07
Suriname's Oil Countdown: A Year In
One year into Geerlings-Simons' presidency, Suriname faces challenges in oil readiness and fiscal management as IMF warns of economic risks.
2026-06-29