Published July 15, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET · Updated July 16, 2026 at 4:06 PM ET
Chevron weighs new Iraqi oil pipeline to bypass the Strait of Hormuz
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Chevron is considering building a new oil pipeline through Iraq that would bypass the Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping chokepoint, amid the conflict with Iran.
Patriot Watch first flagged this story 1 d ago, when Vox reported it. Coverage has since grown to 2 independent outlets, including 1 wire/mainstream feed. The most recent report came 1 hr ago from New York Post. Verification tier: Confirmed — reported independently by wire/mainstream and conservative outlets.
