Ammonia Exposure in Basra: Iraq’s Ministry of Health says a fertilizer-plant ammonia leak in southern Basra killed 2 people and injured 114 others; 21 remain hospitalized, mostly in stable condition, after 50+ ambulances responded while authorities await a technical investigation into the leak’s cause. Iraq–Germany Health-Linked Trade: Germany’s Federal Statistical Office reports exports to Iraq rose to about $669M in the first half of 2026, with pharmaceutical products for therapeutic/preventive use leading at roughly $54M and medical/surgical instruments at about $20.7M. Helicopter Deal With Medevac Potential: Iraq has requested an estimated $800M for Bell 412EPX and Bell 407M helicopters plus weapons, sensors, training, and logistics support—assets that could expand medical evacuation capacity as Iraq shifts away from its Russian rotary-wing fleet. Mental Health in Iraq’s Education: Iraq launches its first university mental health guide, aiming to strengthen support for students and staff. Hospital Funding Push: Iraq’s prime minister donates 47 billion dinars to renovate five Baghdad hospitals, targeting upgrades to care infrastructure. Regional Health Context: A report says Iraqi hospitals are dumping medical waste into the Tigris and Euphrates, raising serious public health and water-safety concerns.