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Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 9-19-2026

Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 9-19-2026

9-19-2026 Intel Guru Reset Intelligence On Tuesday Trump and six Gulf Heads of States settle what the region looks like after Iran…September 30th the withdrawal completes, the disarmament date lands and the ministry’s sovereignty date arrives. October 15, the budget that must carry the Iraqi dinar’s number in law reaches parliament. Underneath the whole list, the [central] bank, which has let every other institution…speak first. Read more…

The State of Law coalition insists on Qasim Atta for the Interior Ministry… Abdul Hadi: Finalizing the appointment of nine ministers depends on consensus.

The State of Law coalition insists on Qasim Atta for the Interior Ministry… Abdul Hadi: Finalizing the appointment of nine ministers depends on consensus.

9-19-2026

Information/Baghdad..
On Saturday, Coordination Framework member Uday Abdul-Hadi confirmed that there is near-unanimity within the State of Law Coalition to support Lieutenant General Qasim Atta as a candidate for the Ministry of Interior portfolio, noting that the coming period will determine the path of consensus regarding the Interior Ministry and eight other ministerial portfolios.

Abdul-Hadi explained in his interview with Al-Maalouma that “there is almost Read more…

The 2027 budget is facing comprehensive parliamentary scrutiny… Al-Shammari: No crises will hinder its approval

The 2027 budget is facing comprehensive parliamentary scrutiny… Al-Shammari: No crises will hinder its approval

9-19-2026

Information/Baghdad…
Member of Parliament’s Finance Committee, Mohammed Al-Shammari, confirmed on Saturday that the draft general budget law for 2027 will be subject to intensive technical study and detailed auditing as soon as it is officially sent by the Ministry of Finance and the government to the House of Representatives, noting that the existence of prior political understandings will contribute to its smooth passage without Read more…

An economist identifies four reasons for the dollar’s rise and calls on the central bank to take urgent measures.

An economist identifies four reasons for the dollar’s rise and calls on the central bank to take urgent measures.

9-19-2026

Information / Baghdad..
On Saturday, economist Dirgham Muhammad Ali identified the real reasons behind the new rise in the exchange rate of the dollar against the Iraqi dinar, while calling on the Central Bank to take urgent measures to control the parallel market and inject hard currency.

Mohammed Ali told Al-Maalomah News Agency that “the current rise is due to a number of direct and indirect reasons, most notably Read more…

Al-Maliki: We will not allow any foreign forces to remain on Iraqi soil after September 30th.

Al-Maliki: We will not allow any foreign forces to remain on Iraqi soil after September 30th.

9-19-2026

Information/Baghdad…
MP Abbas al-Maliki affirmed on Saturday his categorical rejection of any foreign military presence inside the country after the date set for ending the mission of those forces on September 30, stressing that the issue of national sovereignty is not subject to negotiation or extension.

Al-Maliki told Al-Maalomah that “Iraq will not allow any foreign soldiers or forces to remain on its territory after September 30,” explaining that “the current stage requires completing Read more…

Iraq spends billions of dollars on meat… Al-Jubouri reveals opportunities for self-sufficiency

Iraq spends billions of dollars on meat… Al-Jubouri reveals opportunities for self-sufficiency

9-19-2026

Information/Special…
Former member of the Parliamentary Committee on Agriculture and Water, Thaer al-Jubouri, confirmed on Saturday that Iraq spends between two and three billion dollars annually on importing red meat, poultry, and fish. He indicated that this money could contribute to creating more than 100,000 job opportunities if a strategy were adopted to achieve self-sufficiency and protect Read more…

The Central Bank of Iraq: There is no shortage of dollars, and our reserves meet market needs.

The Central Bank of Iraq: There is no shortage of dollars, and our reserves meet market needs.

2026-09-19

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Central Bank of Iraq confirmed on Saturday that its foreign reserves are sufficient to meet all demands for foreign currency allocated to financing foreign trade and settling bank cards.

The bank stated in a statement, received by Shafaq News Agency, that it has sufficient foreign reserves to meet all demands for foreign currency related to Read more…

Kurdistan Democratic Party: Intensive and serious talks are underway, away from the media, to form the regional government.

Kurdistan Democratic Party: Intensive and serious talks are underway, away from the media, to form the regional government.

2026-09-19

Shafaq News – Erbil
The spokesman for the Kurdistan Democratic Party, Mahmoud Mohammed, confirmed on Saturday that his party is conducting “serious and intensive” talks with all political parties in the region to resolve outstanding issues. While he expected the remaining ministerial positions in the federal government to be finalized after the anticipated visit of Prime Minister Ali al-Zubaidi, he stressed Read more…

Iraq calls on American companies to expedite the implementation of their projects.

Iraq calls on American companies to expedite the implementation of their projects.

2026-09-19

Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Saturday, Iraqi Finance Minister Faleh Sari called on American companies operating in the oil and energy sectors to expedite the implementation of their projects in the country, thereby boosting foreign investment and supporting the development of vital sectors.

This came during his meeting with the US Chargé d’Affaires to Iraq, Steven Fagin, and his accompanying delegation, where relations between the two countries were reviewed, and ways to Read more…

Al-Zaydi orders that government officials be prevented from appearing in the media without prior approval.

Al-Zaydi orders that government officials be prevented from appearing in the media without prior approval.

2026-09-19

Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Saturday, Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi directed that all advisors and government officials be prohibited from making press statements or appearing in the media without prior approval from his office.

Shafaq News Agency received a copy of the directive, which confirmed that the ban includes visual, audio and print media, noting that the measure comes Read more…

US official: Iran’s influence in Hormuz is declining week after week

US official: Iran’s influence in Hormuz is declining week after week

2026-09-19

Shafaq News – Washington
A senior White House official said on Saturday that oil is flowing through the Strait of Hormuz at a rate of between 10 and 11 million barrels per day, noting that Iranian influence over the waterway is shrinking week after week.

The official added, in statements reported by Agence France-Presse, that the alternative routes being put in place by the US Navy to ensure the continuation Read more…

Exceeding 160,000… The dollar continues its rise in Baghdad and Erbil at the start of the week

Exceeding 160,000… The dollar continues its rise in Baghdad and Erbil at the start of the week

2026-09-19

Shafaq News – Baghdad / Erbil
The exchange rate of the US dollar continued its remarkable rise in the markets of Baghdad and Erbil, the capital of the Kurdistan Region, on Saturday, as morning trading began at the start of this week.

A Shafaq News Agency correspondent reported that the dollar exchange rate rose in the Al-Kifah and Al-Harithiya exchanges in Baghdad to reach 159,750 Read more…

From Kirkuk to Georgia: An Iraqi takes on the role of Chief Marshal in the US police.

From Kirkuk to Georgia: An Iraqi takes on the role of Chief Marshal in the US police.

2026-09-19

Shafaq News – Kirkuk
The young Kirkuki, Muhammad Salehi, assumed the position of Chief Marshal in the Manchester City Office in the US state of Georgia, after a career spanning years in police work and community service, which he began in the United States as a patrol officer.

Salehi said, in a statement followed by Shafaq News Agency, that his arrival at this position represents the fruit of a long journey that began in his childhood in Kirkuk, all the way to the United Read more…

The Federal Court will consider two complaints tomorrow regarding ending the Kurdistan Parliament’s session and holding the regional government accountable.

The Federal Court will consider two complaints tomorrow regarding ending the Kurdistan Parliament’s session and holding the regional government accountable.

2026-09-19

Shafaq News – Sulaymaniyah
Ali Hama Saleh, the rapporteur of the Kurdistan Position Movement, announced on Saturday that the Federal Supreme Court (the highest judicial authority in Iraq) is expected to hold a session to consider two complaints, one of which concerns the unconstitutionality of the Kurdistan Parliament in its current session, and the other against Read more…

Iraq’s foreign reserves fell to $80.6 billion by the end of July

Iraq’s foreign reserves fell to $80.6 billion by the end of July

2026-09-19 02:22

Shafaq News – Baghdad
Data from the Central Bank of Iraq showed that the bank’s foreign reserves declined to $80.633 billion at the end of July 2026, compared to $86.175 billion at the end of June, and $97.432 billion at the end of 2025.

According to data seen by Shafaq News Agency, foreign reserves in dollars decreased during the first seven months of this year by about Read more…

The Iraqi navy thwarted a piracy attempt on an oil tanker near the port of Basra and arrested 11 armed men.

The Iraqi navy thwarted a piracy attempt on an oil tanker near the port of Basra and arrested 11 armed men.

2026-09-19

Shafaq News – Basra
A security source in Basra province reported on Saturday that Iraqi naval forces thwarted a piracy attempt against an oil tanker in territorial waters and arrested those involved in the operation.

The source told Shafaq News Agency that the tanker (MAYSAL-RAYM), which is of the “tanker” type, was subjected to a piracy operation carried out by armed individuals who were on board two boats in the loading and unloading area (STS) opposite the Basra oil port. Read more…

Al-Zaydi carries new pledges to Trump regarding the weapons of the factions, anticipating the September 30 deadline (Exclusive)

Al-Zaydi carries new pledges to Trump regarding the weapons of the factions, anticipating the September 30 deadline (Exclusive)

2026-09-19

Shafaq News – Baghdad
An informed government source revealed on Saturday that Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Faleh al-Zaidi will hold an important meeting with US President Donald Trump this week, on the sidelines of his participation in the new session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York.

The source told Shafaq News Agency that al-Zaidi will ask Trump to postpone Read more…

Observatory: Potential sanctions and speculation shake the dollar market in Iraq

Observatory: Potential sanctions and speculation shake the dollar market in Iraq

2026-09-19

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The “Eco Iraq” economic observatory observed on Saturday a rapid rise in the exchange rate of the dollar in the parallel market against the Iraqi dinar, noting that the current rise is due to several factors, including fears of possible American sanctions against Iraq.

The observatory stated in a statement received by Shafaq News Agency that “the current rise is not related to one factor, but rather comes as a result of the overlap of several economic, financial Read more…

Nechirvan Barzani calls on Baghdad to coordinate with Erbil to secure Kurdistan’s share of the budget.

Nechirvan Barzani calls on Baghdad to coordinate with Erbil to secure Kurdistan’s share of the budget.

2026-09-19

Shafaq News – Erbil
Kurdistan Region President Nechirvan Barzani called on the federal government in Baghdad on Saturday to fully allocate the region’s share in the country’s 2027 general budget law through direct coordination and cooperation with Erbil, considering the current discussions between technical committees “insufficient.”

President Nechirvan Barzani told reporters, as reported by Shafaq News Agency, that “it is necessary, with regard to Read more…

Saudi Arabia and the UAE lead the Arab world, while Iraq continues to decline… Latest US bond data

Saudi Arabia and the UAE lead the Arab world, while Iraq continues to decline… Latest US bond data

2026-09-19

Shafaq News – Baghdad / Washington
The latest data from the US Treasury Department for July 2026 showed that Saudi Arabia and the UAE were the only two Arab countries on the list of major holders of US Treasury bonds, while Iraq was absent from the list.

According to data from the US Treasury, which was reviewed by Read more…