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Aoun calls for negotiations with Israel: We cannot remain outside the settlement process.

Aoun calls for negotiations with Israel: We cannot remain outside the settlement process.

2025-10-13 06:18

Shafaq News – Beirut
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun stressed on Monday the need to negotiate with Israel to resolve the outstanding issues between the two sides, noting that the current path in the region is one of crisis resolution, and we must be part of it.

This came in statements made to Read more…

The Syrian pound: Will “removing zeros” or a comprehensive economic restructuring save it?

The Syrian pound: Will “removing zeros” or a comprehensive economic restructuring save it?

2025-10-13 06:45

Shafaq News – Damascus
A Syrian expert outlined ways to strengthen the Syrian pound on Monday, including reducing inflation and implementing comprehensive structural economic reform. He noted that deleting zeros and printing a new currency are Read more…

Windows 10 bids farewell to users around the world amid concerns over security vulnerabilities

Windows 10 bids farewell to users around the world amid concerns over security vulnerabilities

2025-10-09 02:21

Shafaq News – Follow-up
Microsoft has warned users around the world of the increased risk of cyberattacks as support for Windows 10 approaches its end on October 14, ten years after its launch.

The company confirmed that “devices that have not updated to Windows 11 or are not enrolled in the Extended Security Updates (ESU) program will be Read more…

Tehran on the “trigger mechanism”: Our funds in Baghdad are safe

Tehran on the “trigger mechanism”: Our funds in Baghdad are safe

2025-10-06 03:10

Shafaq News – Tehran
Secretary-General of the Iran-Iraq Joint Chamber of Commerce, Jahanbakhsh Sanjabi Shirazi, confirmed on Monday that Iranian financial resources in Iraqi banks are secure, despite the activation of the “trigger mechanism.”

Sanjabi told the Iranian Tasnim News Agency that “the United States and the three Read more…

The Taliban rejects Trump’s call to retake Bagram Air Base.

The Taliban rejects Trump’s call to retake Bagram Air Base.

2025-10-06 03:59

Shafaq News – Kabul
Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid on Monday categorically rejected US President Donald Trump’s call to retake Bagram Air Base in Afghanistan.

In an exclusive interview with Sky News, Mujahid asserted, “Afghans will never allow their land to be surrendered to any party Read more…

The Iranian parliament approves the deletion of four zeros from the national currency.

The Iranian parliament approves the deletion of four zeros from the national currency.

2025-10-05

Iranian lawmakers voted Sunday on a bill to amend the country’s monetary and banking law, approving the removal of four zeros from the national currency. The bill stipulates Read more…

The US Federal Bureau of Investigation plans to arrest Comey before he appears in court.

The US Federal Bureau of Investigation plans to arrest Comey before he appears in court.

2025-10-04 01:56

Shafaq News – Washington
CBS News, citing informed sources, reported on Saturday that the FBI is considering a staged arrest of former CIA Director James Comey and parading him before the media.

According to the network, “This comes after Comey was formally charged with lying Read more…

The Iranian currency has collapsed sharply, falling to 116,700 tomans against the dollar.

The Iranian currency has collapsed sharply, falling to 116,700 tomans against the dollar.

2025-10-01 05:42

Shafaq News – Tehran
The US dollar exchange rate rose to around 116,700 tomans on the Iranian free market on Wednesday, reaching one of its highest levels in recent months amid ongoing economic pressure and Western sanctions.

Traders say the increased demand for hard currency is driven by several factors, Read more…

By direct order from Trump, Qatar is under the US military umbrella.

By direct order from Trump, Qatar is under the US military umbrella.

2025-10-01 05:40

Shafaq News – Washington
US President Donald Trump signed a new executive order on Wednesday pledging to ensure Qatar’s security, including the use of military force if the country is attacked.

The executive order came three weeks after Read more…

Hamas: We are open to the Trump plan and will not compromise on our principles.

Hamas: We are open to the Trump plan and will not compromise on our principles.

2025-09-30 05:04

Shafaq News – Middle East
Hamas leader Hussam Badran affirmed on Tuesday that the movement is open to all proposals without compromising its principles.

“The war must be stopped clearly and completely, and the occupation forces must withdraw from Gaza,” said Read more…

Historic collapse of the Iranian currency against the US dollar

Historic collapse of the Iranian currency against the US dollar

2025-09-27 02:20

Shafaq News – Baghdad / Tehran
The exchange rate of the US dollar against the Iranian currency rose on Saturday in the free market, reaching more than 11,000 million tomans per $100, amid continued pressure on the Iranian economy.

The price of $100 ranged between Read more…

US Secretary of Defense summons hundreds of generals for ‘urgent’ meeting

US Secretary of Defense summons hundreds of generals for ‘urgent’ meeting

2025-09-25 14:24

Shafaq News – Washington
US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has summoned hundreds of generals and admirals to an emergency meeting next week in Virginia, without announcing a clear reason.

The meeting comes after a series of Read more…

Trump suggests to the Somali president that he take Ilhan Omar back, and the president responds: I don’t want her.

Trump suggests to the Somali president that he take Ilhan Omar back, and the president responds: I don’t want her.

2025-09-26 05:47

Shafaq News – Washington
US President Donald Trump confirmed that he suggested to Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud that he “re-appoint” Democratic Congresswoman Ilhan Omar following her controversial remarks about the assassination of Charlie Kirk.

According to Trump, speaking to reporters in the Oval Office, the response was surprising: “He told me he didn’t want it.” Read more…

Including weapons of mass destruction files… “classified” files seized from Bolton’s home

Including weapons of mass destruction files… “classified” files seized from Bolton’s home

2025-09-24

Shafaq News – Washington
US media reported on Wednesday that the FBI found classified documents last month in the office of former US National Security Advisor John Bolton in Washington.

Politico reported that this occurred during the execution of a search warrant Read more…

Iran pledges to rebuild damaged nuclear facilities despite pressure and threats.

Iran pledges to rebuild damaged nuclear facilities despite pressure and threats.

2025-09-24 04:29

Shafaq News – Tehran
The head of the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran, Mohammad Eslami, announced on Wednesday that Iran will rebuild the facilities that were targeted, despite international pressure and Israeli threats of further attacks.

“It is completely normal for facilities to be damaged Read more…

Trump: Recognizing the State of Palestine is a “reward for Hamas”

Trump: Recognizing the State of Palestine is a “reward for Hamas”

2025-09-23 08:10

Shafaq News – New York
On Tuesday, US President Donald Trump criticized countries that have announced their recognition or intention to recognize a Palestinian state, describing such recognition as a “reward for Hamas .”

A number of European countries, led by France, announced their recognition Read more…

Iraq: Billions of dollars drop in trade balance, oil derivative exports rise

Iraq: Billions of dollars drop in trade balance, oil derivative exports rise

2025-09-21 04:04

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Iraq Future Foundation for Economic Studies and Consultations reported on Sunday that the country’s trade balance declined to a surplus of approximately $6 billion during the first half of this year, compared to last year.

The institution stated in a report published today that Iraq’s trade balance Read more…

Trump’s Call to End Quarterly Reports: Implications for the Global Economy

Trump’s Call to End Quarterly Reports: Implications for the Global Economy

9-21-2025

Researcher Shaza Khalil*
In a recent post on Truth Social, US President Donald Trump proposed ending the decades-old requirement for public companies in the United States to file their financial reports every three months. Instead, he called for semi-annual reporting, arguing that this step would save money and reduce “short-term thinking” among executives. Trump asserted that US companies are too focused on meeting immediate investor demands, while countries like China take a long-term approach to business.

Why does it matter in the United States? Read more…

The Iranian toman declines against the dollar again.

The Iranian toman declines against the dollar again.

2025-09-20 03:29

Shafaq News – Tehran
The US dollar exchange rate rose against the Iranian currency on Saturday, reaching 10.320 million tomans per 100 dollars, an increase of 3.78% compared to last Thursday.

The price of $100 has fluctuated between Read more…

Trump launches a fierce attack on Representative Ilhan Omar and calls for her swift removal.

Trump launches a fierce attack on Representative Ilhan Omar and calls for her swift removal.

2025-09-19

US President Donald Trump said in press statements on Thursday evening that Democratic Representative Ilhan Omar is so bad she should be impeached.

“She’s from Somalia, isn’t she?” Trump added in response to a reporter’s question. “These people from countries that have nothing are trying to come and tell us how to run our country.”

“She must be isolated, and it must be done quickly,” the US president continued. Read more…