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Barak after meeting Judge Zeidan: Iraq’s exceptional potential can be unleashed and a prosperous future built

Barak after meeting Judge Zeidan: Iraq’s exceptional potential can be unleashed and a prosperous future built

11-10-2026

Baghdad-Mail
US envoy to Iraq and Syria, Tom Barrack, expressed his pride in meeting with a distinguished group of Iraqi officials led by the head of the Supreme Judicial Council, Faiq Zaidan, stressing the importance of unleashing Iraq’s exceptional potential, deepening ties between our peoples, and building a future characterized by shared prosperity, opportunities, and lasting peace for generations to come. Read more…

The World Bank renews its support for the Ministry of Finances efforts

The World Bank renews its support for the Ministry of Finance’s efforts.

10/11/2026

The World Bank renewed its support on Monday for the Ministry of Finance’s efforts to develop public administration, while discussions were held regarding completing the requirements for the transition towards a program and performance budget.

A statement from the Ministry of Finance indicated that “the Undersecretary of the Ministry of Finance, Abdul Hassan Jamal, discussed during a meeting he held with the World Bank team, in the presence of the Directors General Read more…

Al-Atroushi on the meeting between Masrour Barzani and Al-Zaidi: We hope the understandings will turn into a draft for signing

Al-Atroushi on the meeting between Masrour Barzani and Al-Zaidi: We hope the understandings will turn into a draft for signing

2026-11-10

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Deputy Speaker of the Iraqi Parliament, Farhad Al-Atroushi, confirmed on Tuesday that the meeting between the Prime Minister of the Kurdistan Region, Masrour Barzani, and the Federal Prime Minister, Ali Al-Zaidi, was “very positive” and witnessed the reaching of good understandings and points of agreement between the two sides. Read more…

The Central Bank plans to launch a bank card with a monthly limit of $100,000 to support small traders.

The Central Bank plans to launch a bank card with a monthly limit of $100,000 to support small traders.

11-10-2026

An informed source reported on Tuesday that the Central Bank of Iraq intends to issue a bank card for small traders and industrialists with a financial ceiling of $100,000 per month. Read more…

From six to 40 advisors… Al-Salami opens the file on violating the law in the Cabinet.

From six to 40 advisors… Al-Salami opens the file on violating the law in the Cabinet.

11-10-2026

The former MP Haider al-Salami raised legal questions on Tuesday regarding the fourth amendment to the Cabinet’s internal regulations, No. (5) of 2026, published in the Iraqi Gazette, Issue No. (4887), dated November 9, 2026. He questioned whether the amendment exceeded the provisions of existing laws. Al-Salami explained to Al-Maalomah that “the amendment allows for the appointment of up to 40 advisors and experts to the Prime Minister, while Law No. (3) of 2022, regulating the work of advisors, limits their number to no more than six.” Read more…

Al-Khafaji: Trillions of dinars that were looted have not been recovered… Where is the government’s role?

Al-Khafaji: Trillions of dinars that were looted have not been recovered… Where is the government’s role?

11-10-2026

Information/Baghdad…
Member of Parliament Abdul Hamza al-Khafaji confirmed on Tuesday the continued squandering of public funds without any real deterrent, revealing that trillions of dinars remain in the hands of corrupt individuals without being recovered. He questioned the effectiveness of government measures to pursue the stolen funds and hold those involved accountable. Read more…

Masrour Barzani and Barak welcome progress with al-Zaidi on the budget and look forward to an agreement.

Masrour Barzani and Barak welcome progress with al-Zaidi on the budget and look forward to an agreement.

2026-11-10

Shafaq News – Erbil
The Prime Minister of the Kurdistan Region, Masrour Barzani, announced on Tuesday that he had telephone conversations with US envoy Tom Barrack about the results of his visit to Baghdad, the progress made in talks with Federal Prime Minister Ali Zaidi regarding the budget law, and efforts to reach an agreement on oil and gas. Read more…

From the judiciary to energy and investment, the US envoy affirms Washington’s commitment to deepening the partnership with Iraq.

From the judiciary to energy and investment, the US envoy affirms Washington’s commitment to deepening the partnership with Iraq.

2026-11-10

Shafaq News – London
The US envoy to Iraq, Tom Barrack, affirmed on Tuesday Washington’s commitment to deepening its partnership with Baghdad in the areas of justice, energy and investment to enhance security and stability in the region.

This came during his meeting in the British capital, London, with a group of Iraqi officials headed by the President of the Supreme Judicial Council, Faiq Zaidan, according to what Barak published on the “X” platform. Read more…

Iran: Missile manufacturing began during the Iraq War, and we launched the “Hormuz” anti-radar missile.

Iran: Missile manufacturing began during the Iraq War, and we launched the “Hormuz” anti-radar missile.

2026-11-10

Shafaq News – Tehran
Brigadier General Ali Balali, an advisor to the commander of the Aerospace Force of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard, confirmed on Tuesday that the missile industry in his country has reached an advanced level of maturity and localization, noting that Iran is now producing accurate and advanced missiles based on its local capabilities. Read more…

The Minister of Finance has ordered funding for the Korean air defense systems deal to enhance the protection of Iraqi airspace.

The Minister of Finance has ordered funding for the Korean air defense systems deal to enhance the protection of Iraqi airspace.

2026-11-10

Shafaq News – Baghdad
Finance Minister Faleh al-Sari ordered on Tuesday the funding of a contract to purchase air defense systems from South Korea, “to ensure Iraq’s ability to protect its airspace, within the framework of supporting plans to develop the defense capabilities of the armed forces.” Read more…

Masrour Barzani: The doors of dialogue are open after the parliament’s activation, and America supports a strong and unified Kurdistan.

Masrour Barzani: The doors of dialogue are open after the parliament’s activation, and America supports a strong and unified Kurdistan.

2026-11-10

Shafaq News – Erbil
Kurdistan Regional Government Prime Minister Masrour Barzani affirmed on Tuesday that the doors of dialogue remain open to all political parties following the activation of the Kurdistan Parliament, stressing that salaries alone are not enough to provide services unless an appropriate budget is available. He also revealed that promises had been received from Baghdad to guarantee the continued payment of salaries to the region’s employees. Read more…

Baghdad and Doha sign a strategic contract to extend a fiber optic cable linking Singapore to Italy via Iraq.

Baghdad and Doha sign a strategic contract to extend a fiber optic cable linking Singapore to Italy via Iraq.

2026-11-10

Shafaq News – Doha
The Iraqi Ministry of Communications announced on Tuesday that Iraq has signed a contract with Qatar to extend a fiber optic cable (land and sea) across its territory, linking Singapore to Italy via the Qatari “Ooredoo” network.

This came under the patronage of the Iraqi Minister of Communications, Read more…

Following the Kormor attack, an agreement was reached to operate generators for 11 hours daily in Sulaymaniyah.

Following the Kormor attack, an agreement was reached to operate generators for 11 hours daily in Sulaymaniyah.

2026-11-10

Shafaq News – Sulaymaniyah
The acting mayor of Sulaymaniyah district, Fadhil Omar, announced on Tuesday that an agreement had been reached with the owners of private generators regarding the resumption of supplying citizens with electricity according to a temporary operating schedule, while it was decided to postpone determining the ampere fees until next Saturday, based on the prices of gas fuel and the actual operating hours. Read more…

Another postponement… The Cabinet will vote on the 2027 budget next week.

Another postponement… The Cabinet will vote on the 2027 budget next week.

2026-11-10

Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Tuesday, Nasser Al-Turki, a member of the parliamentary finance committee, revealed that the vote on the draft federal budget law for 2027 in the cabinet had been postponed due to political disagreements that affected the passage of the law. Read more…

A Turkish party thanks Nechirvan Barzani for his efforts to make the peace process a success.

A Turkish party thanks Nechirvan Barzani for his efforts to make the peace process a success.

2026-11-10

Shafaq News – Erbil
On Tuesday, Ali Babacan, the head of Turkey’s Democracy and Progress Party, praised the efforts of Kurdistan Region President Nechirvan Barzani for his support in making the peace process in Türkiye a success.

This came during Nechirvan Barzani’s reception of Babacan and his accompanying delegation at his office in Erbil, the capital of the Kurdistan Read more…

The Border Ports Authority announces the reopening of the Al-Shaib border crossing and the closure of the Mandali border crossing.

The Border Ports Authority announces the reopening of the Al-Shaib border crossing and the closure of the Mandali border crossing.

11-10-2026

The Border Ports Authority announced on Tuesday the reopening of the Al-Shaib border crossing starting this morning, noting the closure of the Mandali border crossing starting next Friday. The head of the Border Ports Authority, Lieutenant General Omar Al-Waeli, stated in a statement, “The Al-Shaib border crossing will be reopened starting Tuesday morning after completing the necessary technical requirements and procedures.” He added, “It has been decided to close the Mandali border crossing starting next Friday Read more…

Government financial advisor: Rising oil prices and exports boost coverage of operating expenses and avoid borrowing in Iraq

Government financial advisor: Rising oil prices and exports boost coverage of operating expenses and avoid borrowing in Iraq

11-10-2026

The Prime Minister’s financial advisor, Mazhar Muhammad Salih, confirmed on Tuesday that the rise in oil prices and the increase in exported quantities are contributing to strengthening Iraq’s financial revenues and bringing it closer to the fiscal break-even point for the operational budget. He pointed out that the savings from fiscal and monetary policies are contributing to absorbing new job positions. Salih told the official news agency that “the fiscal break-even point depends on Read more…

Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 11-9-2026

Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 11-9-2026

11-9-2026 Newshound Guru Jeff The budget is calculated off the currency value. That’s why the budget right now is being draft amended…They are revising the budget based on the new currency value about to come forward via the revaluation. Read more…

Masrour Barzani: We agreed with Al-Zaidi on a unified budget for Kurdistan and held excellent talks.

Masrour Barzani: We agreed with Al-Zaidi on a unified budget for Kurdistan and held excellent talks.

2026-11-09

Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Monday, Kurdistan Regional Government Prime Minister Masrour Barzani announced that an agreement had been reached with Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Zaidi regarding the allocation of a unified budget covering all parts of the region, stressing that the talks between the two sides were “excellent”.

Barzani said in a speech from Baghdad, Read more…

Al-Zubaidi: No company is immune from accountability, even if it is affiliated with the Prime Minister.

Al-Zubaidi: No company is immune from accountability, even if it is affiliated with the Prime Minister.

11-9-2026

Information/Special…
Salam al-Zubaidi, spokesperson for the Victory Coalition, affirmed on Monday that everyone is subject to the law, and any entity or company can be held accountable if corruption or violations are proven, even if it is affiliated with the Prime Minister. He stressed the necessity of not exploiting one’s position or political influence to evade accountability. Read more…