IRAQI DINAR POLITICS & ECONOMY

It is likely that Al-Zidi’s cabinet will be approved, with the exception of two ministries, and the decision on the deputy prime ministers will be postponed.

It is likely that Al-Zidi’s cabinet will be approved, with the exception of two ministries, and the decision on the deputy prime ministers will be postponed.

5-14-2026

Information / Baghdad..
Jassim Mohammed Jaafar, a leader in the State of Law Coalition, suggested on Thursday that the vote on only two ministries would be postponed during the confidence vote session scheduled for this afternoon, while confirming that the vote on the deputy prime ministers would be Read more…

Politician: The Trump administration informed al-Zaidi not to interfere in 5 sovereign ministries

Politician: The Trump administration informed al-Zaidi not to interfere in 5 sovereign ministries

5-14-2026

Al-Maalomah/Anbar –
Nizar Haidar, director of the Iraqi Media Center in Washington, revealed on Thursday that understandings have been reached regarding sovereign portfolios within the negotiations to form the new government. He indicated that the administration of US President Donald Trump informed Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zaidi that it would not interfere Read more…

An economist warns against addressing the budget deficit by raising the dollar exchange rate.

An economist warns against addressing the budget deficit by raising the dollar exchange rate.

5-14-2026

Information / Special ..
Economic expert Safaa Al-Shammari expressed his concerns on Thursday about attempts to address the financial deficit by raising the dollar exchange rate, stressing that any such move should be viewed with extreme caution.

Al-Shammari told Al-Maalouma that “linking the treatment of the financial Read more…

Now…the parliament bell has rung, signaling the start of the session to grant confidence to al-Zidi’s government.

Now…the parliament bell has rung, signaling the start of the session to grant confidence to al-Zidi’s government.

5-14-2026

Information/Baghdad..
Parliament rang its bell today, Thursday, in preparation for the start of the session to grant confidence to the Al-Zidi government.

The correspondent for Al-Maalomah News Agency reported that the Speaker Read more…

Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zaidi arrives at parliament

Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zaidi arrives at parliament

5-14-2026

Information/Follow-up…
Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zaidi arrived at the Parliament building today, Thursday, in preparation for the session to grant confidence to his government.
An Information Agency correspondent reported Read more…

IMF: Talks underway with Iraq on structuring a “potential loan”

IMF: Talks underway with Iraq on structuring a “potential loan”

2026-05-14 05:55

Shafaq News – Follow-up
A source close to the International Monetary Fund revealed on Thursday that Iraq is seeking financial support from the Fund as a result of the repercussions of the war in the Middle East, which has affected the flow of oil and energy supplies from producing countries.

Reuters quoted the source as saying that “talks are underway with Iraq about Read more…

The President of the Kurdistan Region, political leaders, and candidates for ministerial portfolios arrive at Parliament.

The President of the Kurdistan Region, political leaders, and candidates for ministerial portfolios arrive at Parliament.

2026-05-14

Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Thursday, Kurdistan Region President Nechirvan Barzani, along with a number of political leaders and candidates for ministerial portfolios, arrived at the parliament building, ahead of the vote on the government of Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zaidi.

Shafaq News Agency’s correspondent in Parliament said that the President of Read more…

Exclusive: Washington sends a stern message to al-Zidi hours before the vote on his government.

Exclusive: Washington sends a stern message to al-Zidi hours before the vote on his government.

2026-05-14

Shafaq News – Washington
Mustafa Hashim
The US State Department said on Thursday that the United States is closely monitoring the formation of the new Iraqi government, warning that its dealings with the next government will be determined by its stance on Iranian-backed armed groups and Read more…

Ahmed Al-Bashir recalls the paradox of Al-Maliki and the contact with Al-Abadi and asks: Is Al-Zaydi (AI)?

Ahmed Al-Bashir recalls the paradox of Al-Maliki and the contact with Al-Abadi and asks: Is Al-Zaydi (AI)?

2026-05-14

Shafaq News – Washington
Mustafa Hashim
During a dialogue session at the Atlantic Council forum, Iraqi journalist Ahmed Al-Basheer mocked the mechanism for selecting heads of government in Iraq, saying that the rise of businessman Ali Al-Zaidi as a candidate for prime minister reflects a broader crisis in the political and electoral process since 2005.

Al-Bashir said, in an intervention that was mostly sarcastic, and which was attended by a correspondent from Shafaq Read more…

Baghdad: Green Zone closed during vote on al-Zidi’s government

Baghdad: Green Zone closed during vote on al-Zidi’s government

2026-05-14

Shafaq News – Baghdad
Iraqi authorities have decided to close the Green Zone, which includes the parliament building and government headquarters, in conjunction with the vote on the new government headed by Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zaidi, scheduled for today, Thursday.

A security source told Shafaq News Agency that the Green Zone in the center Read more…

Masrour Barzani renews Kurdistan Region’s support for the Zaidi government: Our participation in it will be active.

Masrour Barzani renews Kurdistan Region’s support for the Zaidi government: Our participation in it will be active.

2026-05-14

Shafaq News – Erbil
Kurdistan Regional Government Prime Minister Masrour Barzani affirmed on Thursday that today represents “the first step towards forming the new federal government,” expressing his wishes for success to Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zaidi in forming the next federal government.

Masrour Barzani said in a speech during the inauguration of a vital bridge Read more…

Nechirvan Barzani: We support al-Zaidi in forming a government that respects the constitution and ensures prosperity and well-being for Iraqis.

Nechirvan Barzani: We support al-Zaidi in forming a government that respects the constitution and ensures prosperity and well-being for Iraqis.

2026-05-14

Shafaq News – Zakho
On Thursday, Kurdistan Region President Nechirvan Barzani expressed the region’s readiness to work with Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zaidi in forming a government whose program is based on the fundamental principles of the constitution and ensures the well-being and prosperity of all Iraqis. At the same time, he reiterated the need for cooperation and coordination Read more…

Finance Ministry nominee, before gaining confidence: The ministry will not be a payroll office

Finance Ministry nominee, before gaining confidence: The ministry will not be a payroll office

2026-05-14

Shafaq News – Baghdad
Falih Sari, the candidate of the “Wisdom” coalition for the position of Minister of Finance, said on Thursday that the Ministry of Finance will be “the first sovereign ministry in Iraq,” stressing that it will become a pivotal economic institution Read more…

Parliament’s leadership meets to finalize the vote of confidence for the new government.

Parliament’s leadership meets to finalize the vote of confidence for the new government.

2026-05-14

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The office of the First Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Adnan Faihan, announced on Thursday that a crucial meeting would be held in his office with the heads of the parliamentary blocs prior to the start of the session to vote on granting confidence Read more…

In Washington, there is talk of developing relations with Baghdad and activating the “framework” agreement.

In Washington, there is talk of developing relations with Baghdad and activating the “framework” agreement.

2026-05-13

Shafaq News – Washington
Mustafa Hashim
The opening session of “Iraqi Dialogue Day,” hosted by the Atlantic Council in Washington, was held on Wednesday. The focus was on the nature of developing the relationship between the two countries and how Iraqi delegations can contribute to this, with reference to the Strategic Framework Agreement Read more…

Exclusive: US warning: Iraq has only five months’ worth of “financial buffers” to avoid “the mother of all crises”.

Exclusive: US warning: Iraq has only five months’ worth of “financial buffers” to avoid “the mother of all crises”.

2026-05-13

Shafaq News – Washington
Mustafa Hashim
On Wednesday, economist Ziad Dawood painted a “bleak” picture of the future of the Iraqi economy in light of the sharp fluctuations in global oil prices, warning that the country could find itself facing “bitter choices” within a few months if the growing financial gap is not addressed.

In remarks made during economic discussions at the Iraq Dialogue Day at the Atlantic Council in Washington, which Read more…

Al-Kaabi: Parliament is determined to hold tomorrow’s session, and agreements are paving the way for the passage of Al-Zidi’s cabinet.

Al-Kaabi: Parliament is determined to hold tomorrow’s session, and agreements are paving the way for the passage of Al-Zidi’s cabinet.

5-13-2026

Information/Special..
MP Thaer Al-Kaabi confirmed on Wednesday that Parliament intends to hold its session dedicated to voting on the new government formation on Thursday, noting that there is a positive atmosphere and political consensus that supports the completion Read more…

An economic expert says Iraq is capable of securing salaries for six months.

An economic expert says Iraq is capable of securing salaries for six months.

5-13-2026

Information/Baghdad…
Economic expert Safwan Qusay confirmed Iraq’s ability to secure salaries for six months starting May 1st, noting that the government has options including domestic borrowing or deducting remittances.
Qusay told Al-Maalouma, “The government is obligated to secure its legally mandated Read more…

Mounis calls on political forces to overcome their bickering and quickly finalize the budget law.

Mounis calls on political forces to overcome their bickering and quickly finalize the budget law.

5-13-2026

Information / Baghdad…
The head of the Rights Movement, MP Hussein Mounis, affirmed on Wednesday that the general budget law cannot tolerate further delays or procrastination, calling on political forces to set aside their internal conflicts to ensure its passage.
Mounis told the Information Agency, “The current stage requires concerted Read more…

Al-Abadi’s coalition: Al-Zidi will not withdraw, and the confidence vote session will be held tomorrow.

Al-Abadi’s coalition: Al-Zidi will not withdraw, and the confidence vote session will be held tomorrow.

5-13-2026

The Victory Coalition, headed by Haider al -Abadi, denied on Wednesday any indications or desire for Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zaidi to withdraw from the task of forming the government, stressing that the session to grant confidence to his ministerial cabinet will be held tomorrow, Thursday.

Coalition spokesman Read more…