Armed Forces & Sovereignty: Iraq’s new push to restrict weapons to the state moved forward as the PMF announced steps to “complete disengagement” from factional ties, with a government committee starting procedures to integrate weapons and facilities into official structures. Fuel & Corruption: Iraq’s Integrity Commission launched surprise field teams to monitor gasoline distribution and curb smuggling amid shortages in Baghdad and provinces, while separate reporting highlighted major cash seizures tied to oil-sector corruption probes. Oil Exports Under Pressure: Iraq’s crude exports averaged about 329,000 bpd in May, with Hormuz-linked shipments still constrained and pipeline routes through Kurdistan-Ceyhan helping only partially. Infrastructure Boost: The World Bank approved a $900m road project for Iraq and the Kurdistan Region, targeting key corridors linking Baghdad with Turkey, Syria, and Jordan to improve safety and reliability. Kurdistan-Turkey Talks: Kurdistan Region President Nechirvan Barzani met Turkey’s ambassador to discuss security, Erbil-Baghdad dialogue, and regional developments. Regional Travel Risk: A US embassy security alert kept Iraq under Level 4 travel caution as tensions remain high. World Cup (Iraq Team): Iraq’s men’s national team began World Cup preparations at the Greenbrier in West Virginia ahead of Group I matches.