Iraq is facing a severe liquidity crisis due to a collapse in oil revenues, which have dropped from $6.8 billion in February to $1.1 billion in April. The government is now relying on domestic borrowing to address its fiscal gap, which could lead to inflation. If the closure of the Strait of Hormuz continues, Iraq may struggle to pay public salaries.
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