IRAQI DINAR POLITICS & ECONOMY

The Emir of Qatar invites Al-Zaidi to visit Doha

The Emir of Qatar invites Al-Zaidi to visit Doha

2026-05-02

Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Saturday, Prime Minister-designate Ali Faleh al-Zaidi received an official invitation to visit the State of Qatar from the country’s Emir, Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, after the formation of the new government.

The invitation came during a phone call in which the Emir of Qatar Read more…

Mansour warns of inflation that will erode salaries and calls for restructuring the financial hierarchy.

Mansour warns of inflation that will erode salaries and calls for restructuring the financial hierarchy.

5-2-2026

Information/Baghdad…
Former MP Suzan Mansour warned on Saturday of a worsening cost-of-living crisis due to the inadequacy of current salaries in the face of soaring prices, especially as more than 30% of Iraqis now rely entirely on Read more…

Al-Bayati calls for a comprehensive financial evaluation, with figures, of the caretaker government.

Al-Bayati calls for a comprehensive financial evaluation, with figures, of the caretaker government.

5-2-2026

The Information Agency/Baghdad –
On Saturday, MP Mohammed al-Bayati confirmed that he had submitted a formal request to the caretaker government and the Iraqi Ministry of Finance to prepare a comprehensive assessment of the country’s financial situation, supported by figures and facts.
Al-Bayati told the Information Agency that “the financial file will be a top Read more…

The coordinating framework is holding an important meeting this week to discuss al-Zaydi’s cabinet.

The coordinating framework is holding an important meeting this week to discuss al-Zaydi’s cabinet.

5-2-2026

Information/Baghdad…
On Saturday, Uday Abdul-Hadi, a member of the Coordination Framework, revealed that the Framework will hold an important meeting this week to discuss the cabinet of Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zidi.
Speaking to Al-Maalouma, Abdul-Hadi said, “The last meeting Read more…

Conditional alliances and oil under scrutiny: How will Al-Zaidi rearrange the priorities of the Iraqi economy?

Conditional alliances and oil under scrutiny: How will Al-Zaidi rearrange the priorities of the Iraqi economy?

5-2-2026

Information/Baghdad…
Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zaidi faces a real test in outlining his government program, amid escalating parliamentary and political demands for a “revolution” in the management of oil wealth. While the prime minister-designate embarks on political tours to finalize his cabinet, the issues Read more…

Al-Saadi: Iran allowed Iraqi oil tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz

Al-Saadi: Iran allowed Iraqi oil tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz

5-2-2026

Al-Maalomah/Anbar –
Economic expert Rashid al-Saadi revealed on Saturday that Iran has given the green light for Iraqi oil tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz to other countries, defying the US-Israeli blockade of the strait.
Al-Saadi told Al-Maalomah News Agency, “The Iranian government has given the green light for tankers carrying Iraqi oil Read more…

In the first Iranian comment, Araqchi congratulates Al-Zaidi and describes him as “my brother”.

In the first Iranian comment, Araqchi congratulates Al-Zaidi and describes him as “my brother”.

2026-05-02

Shafaq News – Tehran
On Friday, the Iranian Foreign Minister welcomed the appointment of Ali Faleh al-Zaidi to form the new Iraqi government, describing him as “my brother”.

Araqchi said in a tweet on the X website, which was followed by Shafaq News Agency: “I welcome the selection Read more…

Baghdad receives a new shipment of “cash dollars”… and an expert predicts an improvement in the value of the dinar.

Baghdad receives a new shipment of “cash dollars”… and an expert predicts an improvement in the value of the dinar.

2026-05-02

Shafaq News – Baghdad
Iraqi economist Nabil Al-Marsoumi confirmed on Saturday that a new shipment of cash dollars had arrived in Baghdad, as part of what he described as American support related to the next phase and the formation of the government.

Al-Marsoumi said in a Facebook post that “Iraq receives about one billion Read more…

Shahbaz Sharif congratulates Al-Zaidi: Let’s work together to achieve peace in the region.

Shahbaz Sharif congratulates Al-Zaidi: Let’s work together to achieve peace in the region.

2026-05-02

Shafaq News – Baghdad
Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif congratulated Iraqi Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zaidi on Saturday on his appointment to form the new government.

Sharif said in a post on the “X” platform, which was followed by Shafaq News Agency: “I congratulate my brother Ali al-Zaidi on his appointment as Prime Read more…

Barzani and Al-Zaidi stress the need to form a “strong” government to confront the challenges

Barzani and Al-Zaidi stress the need to form a “strong” government to confront the challenges

2026-05-02

Shafaq News – Erbil
Kurdish leader and head of the Democratic Party, Masoud Barzani, and Prime Minister-designate Ali Faleh al-Zaidi stressed on Saturday the need to proceed with forming a new federal government capable of facing the challenges and Read more…

Iraq begins exporting crude oil through the Rabia border crossing to regional markets.

Iraq begins exporting crude oil through the Rabia border crossing to regional markets.

2026-05-01

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Border Ports Authority announced on Friday the launch of the first crude oil export operation through the Rabia border crossing with Syria, with the dispatch of the first 70 tankers towards regional markets.

The head of the Border Ports Authority, Omar Adnan Al-Waili, said in a statement received Read more…

Abdul Hadi: The outlines of the ministerial cabinet will become clear within two weeks.

Abdul Hadi: The outlines of the ministerial cabinet will become clear within two weeks.

5-1-2026

Information/Baghdad…
Member of the Coordination Framework, Uday Abdul-Hadi, confirmed on Friday that the first outlines of the cabinet will emerge within the next two weeks, noting that there is currently agreement on a number of Read more…

Al-Karawi calls for a national strategy to revive Iraqi industry

Al-Karawi calls for a national strategy to revive Iraqi industry

5-1-2026

Information/Baghdad…
MP Mudhar al-Karawi called on Friday for the adoption of a comprehensive national strategy to revive Iraqi industry, noting that more than 80% of factories and industrial facilities are nearly closed to production.
Al-Karawi told Al-Maalouma, “The occasion of International Workers’ Day Read more…

Report urges Trump to draw “red lines” ahead of al-Zaidi’s rule over Iraq

Report urges Trump to draw “red lines” ahead of al-Zaidi’s rule over Iraq

2026-05-01

Shafaq News – Translation
A US report urged President Donald Trump’s administration to maintain what it called “red lines” during the process of forming the new Iraqi government, three days after Ali al-Zaidi was tasked with becoming prime minister.

American conditions Read more…

In the presence of the designated official, the coordination framework discussed the formation of the al-Zaydi government and the repercussions of the war.

In the presence of the designated official, the coordination framework discussed the formation of the al-Zaydi government and the repercussions of the war.

2026-05-01

Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Thursday, the Coordination Framework held its meeting at the office of the Secretary-General of the Badr Organization, Hadi al-Amiri, in the presence of the caretaker Prime Minister, Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, and the Prime Minister-designate, Ali Faleh al-Zaidi.

The framework stated in a statement that the meeting discussed all political, Read more…

After a two-month hiatus, Kirkuk Airport receives its first flight.

After a two-month hiatus, Kirkuk Airport receives its first flight.

2026-05-01

Shafaq News – Kirkuk
Kirkuk International Airport announced on Friday the resumption of flights after a hiatus of more than two months.

The airport administration stated in a statement received by Shafaq News Agency that it “received its first flight after Read more…

Al-Zaydi opens the Kurdistan file and faces his first test with Al-Halbousi.

Al-Zaydi opens the Kurdistan file and faces his first test with Al-Halbousi.

2026-05-01

Shafaq News – Baghdad
A political source familiar with the movements of Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zaidi revealed on Friday that he is expected to make a visit to the Kurdistan Region in the next few days to meet with Kurdish leaders and discuss their entitlements in the new government, before moving on to Read more…

Trump: A new government free of terrorism must be formed in Iraq.

Trump: A new government free of terrorism must be formed in Iraq.

2026-04-30

Shafaq News – Washington
On Thursday, US President Donald Trump stressed the need to form a new government in Iraq free of terrorism, during a call with Iraqi Prime Minister-designate Ali Faleh al-Zaidi.

Trump said in a post on the Truth Social platform, which was followed by Read more…

Trump calls al-Zaidi and extends an official invitation for him to visit Washington

Trump calls al-Zaidi and extends an official invitation for him to visit Washington

2026-04-30

Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Thursday, US President Donald Trump congratulated Ali Faleh al-Zaidi on his official appointment to form the new Iraqi government, extending to him an official invitation to visit Washington after the government is formed.

The Prime Minister’s Media Office said in a statement received Read more…

Al-Saadi: A third oil tanker has arrived at Basra ports.

Al-Saadi: A third oil tanker has arrived at Basra ports.

4-30-2026

Information/Baghdad…
Former MP Baqir al-Saadi confirmed on Thursday the arrival of a third oil tanker at Basra ports to load large quantities of crude oil for export to international markets.
Speaking to Al-Maalouma, al-Saadi said, “Baghdad has succeeded in developing a plan to ensure the continued export Read more…