The United States imported no crude oil from Iraq for the fifth consecutive week, according to data released by the US Energy Information Administration (EIA).
The latest weekly report confirms a complete absence of Iraqi barrels in US ports, extending a trend that began earlier in the summer.
This persistent zero-import streak highlights the enduring disruption to traditional Middle Eastern supply chains.
With Iraqi crude unable to reach the US market, volumes are being redirected to other destinations, primarily in Asia and Europe, altering global trade patterns.
The rerouting adds logistical complexity and can influence regional pricing differentials, particularly for Basrah crude, which has seen volatility in recent months.
The development occurs against a backdrop of heightened geopolitical uncertainty in the region.