IRAQI DINAR POLITICS & ECONOMY

Discussion on Iraq in Washington: Issues of sovereignty, politics, and economics

Discussion on Iraq in Washington: Issues of sovereignty, politics, and economics

2026-04-13

Shafaq News – Special Translation
Iraq has once again found itself caught in the middle of a conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran, which has exposed the political and economic weaknesses in Iraq that have existed since the 2003 invasion, especially after Read more…

Financial shock in Iraq: March revenues not enough to pay salaries

Financial shock in Iraq: March revenues not enough to pay salaries

2026-04-13

Shafaq News – Baghdad
Financial expert Mahmoud Dagher warned on Monday of the repercussions of declining oil revenues in Iraq, considering that the Iraqi economy has become closer to a “salary economy,” which puts public finances under increasing pressure that may push the government to Read more…

“Reconstruction” anticipates the framework meeting: Al-Sudani to be Prime Minister for a second term within 48 hours

“Reconstruction” anticipates the framework meeting: Al-Sudani to be Prime Minister for a second term within 48 hours

2026-04-13

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Reconstruction and Development Coalition confirmed on Monday that its leader, Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, could be tasked with forming the new Iraqi government within the next 48 hours.

Coalition leader Khalid Walid told Shafaq News Agency that “the Reconstruction and Development Coalition is strongly Read more…

Maliki sets conditions to obstruct Sudani’s second term… and the Popular Mobilization Forces enter the fray.

Maliki sets conditions to obstruct Sudani’s second term… and the Popular Mobilization Forces enter the fray.

2026-04-13

Shafaq News – Baghdad
An informed source revealed on Monday that Nouri al-Maliki, head of the State of Law Coalition, informed the leaders of the Coordination Framework of his readiness to withdraw his candidacy for the position of Prime Minister, in exchange for not nominating and renewing the term of the current Prime Minister, Read more…

The return of the vice presidents: A compromise proposal to appease Maliki and Halbousi

The return of the vice presidents: A compromise proposal to appease Maliki and Halbousi

2026-04-13

Shafaq News – Baghdad
Various political sources revealed on Monday a governmental and political movement to reactivate the position of the two vice presidents of the republic, with a proposal to assign the two positions to Nouri al-Maliki and Mohammed al-Halbousi as part of settlements aimed at Read more…

Electricity breakthrough in Kirkuk: “Al-Dibs transformer” restores power to vital facilities

Electricity breakthrough in Kirkuk: “Al-Dibs transformer” restores power to vital facilities

2026-04-13

Shafaq News – Kirkuk
A technical source in Kirkuk reported on Sunday that a new electrical transformer had arrived at the Dibis station northwest of the province to replace a secondary transformer that burned out two days ago, causing power outages in a number of vital Read more…

Back to square one: 9 candidates for prime minister before the coordination framework

Back to square one: 9 candidates for prime minister before the coordination framework

2026-04-12

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The head of the Design Alliance, Amer Al-Fayez, revealed on Sunday that the coordinating framework intends to discuss the names of 9 candidates for the premiership at its meeting tomorrow.

Al-Fayez told Shafaq News Agency that “among the nominated names are Read more…

A politician stated that the path is now clear for deciding on the selection of the prime minister and forming the government.

A politician stated that the path is now clear for deciding on the selection of the prime minister and forming the government.

4-12-2026

Information/Baghdad…
Political analyst Qasim al-Tamimi believes the path is now clear for selecting the next prime minister and forming the new government.
Al-Tamimi told Al-Maalouma, “Things are no longer as complicated as before, which requires the coordinating body to intensify its meetings to reach a consensus Read more…

Al-Atabi: The framework will decide on its candidate before the end of the constitutional deadline.

Al-Atabi: The framework will decide on its candidate before the end of the constitutional deadline.

4-12-2026

Information / Baghdad
MP Noor Al-Atabi, from the Badr parliamentary bloc, confirmed on Sunday that the constitutional deadline of 15 days will be sufficient to resolve the issue of choosing the prime minister by the coordination framework, noting that the political forces within the coordination framework are ready Read more…

A leader within the framework announces the success of “Al-Amiri’s negotiations” with the factions to halt their attacks.

A leader within the framework announces the success of “Al-Amiri’s negotiations” with the factions to halt their attacks.

2026-04-12

Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Sunday, the head of the Design Alliance, Amer Al-Fayez, confirmed the success of the committee tasked by the Coordination Framework with negotiating with armed factions to stop their operations against American interests.

Al-Fayez, one of the leaders of the Coordination Framework, told Shafaq News Read more…

Six million barrels of Iraqi and Saudi oil have passed through the Strait of Hormuz.

Six million barrels of Iraqi and Saudi oil have passed through the Strait of Hormuz.

2026-04-12

Shafaq News – Follow-up
TankerTrackers, a website specializing in tracking tankers, revealed on Sunday that tankers carrying two million barrels of Iraqi oil and another four million barrels of Saudi oil had crossed the Strait of Hormuz towards global markets.

Bloomberg observed three giant oil tankers Read more…

A split within the coordination framework paves the way for al-Maliki’s exclusion… The decisive meeting is tomorrow.

A split within the coordination framework paves the way for al-Maliki’s exclusion… The decisive meeting is tomorrow.

2026-04-12

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The coordinating framework, which includes the ruling Shiite political forces in Iraq, is moving towards deciding on a prime ministerial candidate during a meeting expected on Monday, amid internal division and rising indications that Nouri al-Maliki’s chances are declining in favor of alternative names.

An informed source told Shafaq News Agency Read more…

Amidi officially assumes the presidency of Iraq and emphasizes “peaceful transfer”

Amidi officially assumes the presidency of Iraq and emphasizes “peaceful transfer”

2026-04-12

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The new President of the Republic, Nizar Amidi, officially assumed his duties as President of the Republic of Iraq on Sunday, during a presidential ceremony held at the Baghdad Palace.

The ceremony began with the playing of the national anthem, followed by Read more…

After a long hiatus, the Green Bird takes to the skies again to bring Iraqis home.

After a long hiatus, the Green Bird takes to the skies again to bring Iraqis home.

2026-04-12

Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Sunday, Iraqi Airways carried out passenger flights from Baghdad to Delhi as a first step before its flights to Cairo, Amman and Guangzhou.

The media office of the Ministry of Transport stated in a statement received by Shafaq News Agency that “Iraqi Airways carried out its international flights Read more…

Barzani’s party withdraws from the federal government and parliament.

Barzani’s party withdraws from the federal government and parliament.

2026-04-12

The Kurdistan Democratic Party announced its withdrawal from the Iraqi government and parliament in protest against the election of Nizar Amidi as president of the republic.

In a statement, he said: “We have decided to withdraw our representatives and Read more…

Nizar Amidi to the Presidential Palace… Presidential settlement precedes government battle

Nizar Amidi to the Presidential Palace… Presidential settlement precedes government battle

2026-04-11

Shafaq News – Baghdad
Nizar Amidi’s arrival at the Peace Palace was not the result of a clear political moment or a complete consensus, but rather came after a series of meetings and deliberations that took place away from the public eye, at a time when Iraq was trying Read more…

Al-Badri is a compromise candidate within the coordination framework of the Prime Minister’s office.

Al-Badri is a compromise candidate within the coordination framework of the Prime Minister’s office.

2026-04-11

Shafaq News – Baghdad
A political source revealed on Saturday that Basim al-Badri is considered a compromise candidate within the coordination framework for the position of the next Iraqi Prime Minister, at a time when Read more…

The new Iraqi president, after taking the oath: We reject any violation of the country’s sovereignty.

The new Iraqi president, after taking the oath: We reject any violation of the country’s sovereignty.

2026-04-11

Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Saturday, the new Iraqi President, Nizar Amidi, stressed his rejection of any violation of the country’s sovereignty, while affirming his commitment to the principle of “Iraq First,” in his first statement after taking the constitutional oath. Read more…

Parliament requires the largest bloc to name the prime minister within 15 days

Parliament requires the largest bloc to name the prime minister within 15 days

2026-04-11

Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Saturday, Speaker of Parliament Hebat al-Halbousi called on the largest parliamentary bloc to nominate its candidate for prime minister within a maximum period of 15 days, stressing that Read more…

Who is Nizar Amidi, the new president of the Republic of Iraq?

Who is Nizar Amidi, the new president of the Republic of Iraq?

2026-04-11

Nizar Mohammed Saeed Amidi is a prominent Iraqi political figure who rose to prominence over the past two decades through his work in high-level state institutions, particularly the Presidency of the Republic, in addition to Read more…