Iraq is sending oil to Syria by road again, thanks to recent problems in the Strait of Hormuz.
With help from Qatari company UCC Holding, about 120,000 to 150,000 barrels are now being trucked daily from Basra to Syria's Baniyas port, a big shift after decades of this route sitting idle.
Iraq's Syria route becomes export backup
This move is not just about getting oil out: it is Iraq making sure its exports keep flowing even when the region gets unstable.
The Syrian route is now a backup plan as Gulf terminals face trouble.
Since late October, approximately 1.6 million barrels have already made the trip, with plans for up to 14 million in just three months.
For countries that rely on oil money, having more than one way out is a pretty smart move.