# Iraq’s tourism recovery at risk as war with Iran disrupts economy

https://mins.news/en/video/30462

- Al Jazeera English, 2026-08-24 10:54 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=90Z2d7m6pcg

> The war with Iran and restrictions on movement through the Strait of Hormuz have dealt a heavy blow to Iraq’s economy. Before the conflict, tourism was emerging as one of the country’s few bright spots as visitor numbers climbed after decades, while Iraq worked to shed its image as a dangerous destination. That recovery is now being derailed.

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