IRAQI DINAR POLITICS & ECONOMY

Economist: Iraq urgently needs to form a government and approve the 2026 budget to secure salaries.

Economist: Iraq urgently needs to form a government and approve the 2026 budget to secure salaries.

4-2-2026

Information/Baghdad…
Economic expert Nabil Al-Marsoumi emphasized on Thursday the need for Iraq to form a new government with full powers to address the country’s economic situation, noting the necessity of preparing the 2026 budget Read more…

Warnings of a “salary shock” in May… A 5 trillion deficit puts pressure on government formation and budget approval.

Warnings of a “salary shock” in May… A 5 trillion deficit puts pressure on government formation and budget approval.

2026-04-02 06:14

Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Thursday, economist Nabil Al-Marsoumi warned of a potential shortfall of up to five trillion dinars in securing employee salaries for the month of May due to the sharp decline in oil sales Read more…

As confirmed by Shafaq News, Iraqi oil announces the start of overland exports via Syria.

As confirmed by Shafaq News, Iraqi oil announces the start of overland exports via Syria.

2026-04-02

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Iraqi Ministry of Oil confirmed on Wednesday evening that it has begun exporting crude oil by tanker to the Syrian side in preparation for delivering it to export outlets in support of the country’s economy, after Read more…

The US embassy warns of possible attacks in central Baghdad within 48 hours.

The US embassy warns of possible attacks in central Baghdad within 48 hours.

2026-04-02

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The US embassy in Baghdad warned on Thursday of the possibility of attacks by “Iranian-backed militias” in the center of the capital within 24 to 48 hours, urging US citizens to leave Iraq “immediately”.

The embassy said in a security alert posted on its official Read more…

After an 11-year closure, Iraq and Syria officially reopen the Al-Walid border crossing.

After an 11-year closure, Iraq and Syria officially reopen the Al-Walid border crossing.

2026-04-02 04:57

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The head of the Border Ports Authority, Lieutenant General Omar Adnan Al-Waeli, inaugurated the Al-Walid border crossing between Iraq and Syria on Thursday, after it had been closed for more than 11 years.

The reopening ceremony of the crossing took place in the presence of the head of Read more…

Maliki rejects al-Badri’s nomination for prime minister, and Shiite political figures seek alternatives.

Maliki rejects al-Badri’s nomination for prime minister, and Shiite political figures seek alternatives.

2026-04-01

Shafaq News – Baghdad
An informed political source revealed on Tuesday that what he called “the Shiite House actors” had put forward the head of the Accountability and Justice Commission as a compromise candidate for the upcoming government leadership, but the leader of the State of Law Coalition, Nouri al-Maliki, rejected the proposal Read more…

Economic expert: Exporting oil via tankers is the best solution under the current circumstances.

Economic expert: Exporting oil via tankers is the best solution under the current circumstances.

4-1-2026

Information / Baghdad…
Economic expert Dirgham Muhammad Ali affirmed on Wednesday that exporting crude oil via tankers has become the optimal solution and the most effective maneuver to overcome export obstacles in the current circumstances, stressing the necessity of diversifying export outlets and establishing strategic storage facilities. Read more…

The National Union renews its support for Maliki to head the next government.

The National Union renews its support for Maliki to head the next government.

4-1-2026

Information / Baghdad..
Burhan Sheikh Raouf, a leader in the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan, confirmed on Wednesday his party’s full support for Nouri al-Maliki, the candidate of the Coordination Framework for Prime Minister. He pointed out that the PUK’s relationship with the Framework forces extends for many years, expressing Read more…

Syria announces the arrival of the first Iraqi oil convoy via al-Tanf towards Banias

Syria announces the arrival of the first Iraqi oil convoy via al-Tanf towards Banias

2026-04-01 05:27

Shafaq News – Damascus
The Syrian Petroleum Company announced on Wednesday the arrival of the first convoy of Iraqi fuel oil (fuel) via the Tanf crossing towards the Banias oil terminal, in a move that it said represents the beginning of a new phase of transit operations.

Safwan Sheikh Ahmed, the company’s Director of Corporate Communications, told Read more…

The Iranian consul in Najaf reveals to Shafaq News the content of Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei’s message to Iraq

The Iranian consul in Najaf reveals to Shafaq News the content of Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei’s message to Iraq

2026-04-01 06:01

Shafaq News – Najaf
The Iranian Consul General in Najaf, Saeed Seyedin, confirmed on Wednesday that Iraq occupies a special place in Iran’s foreign strategy, noting that the messages exchanged between Tehran and Iraqi leaders reflect the continuation of a policy based on supporting a “strong and independent Iraq.”

Sayedin told Shafaq News Agency in an exclusive statement that the Iranian leadership’s view of Iraq Read more…

An economy on the brink of collapse: The role of the parallel market in draining Iraqi dollars

An economy on the brink of collapse: The role of the parallel market in draining Iraqi dollars

4-1-2026

Researcher Shatha Khalil
The Iraqi economy is currently experiencing increasing pressure on its monetary stability due to a combination of internal and external factors, most notably the repercussions of US sanctions on Iran. Official restrictions on dollar transactions with Tehran have led to the emergence of unofficial channels for obtaining hard currency Read more…

Powerful forces are searching for alternatives to Maliki, and the Sudanese alliance is proposing two options for the premiership.

Powerful forces are searching for alternatives to Maliki, and the Sudanese alliance is proposing two options for the premiership.

2026-03-31

Shafaq News – Baghdad
An informed political source reported on Monday that some of the active forces within the Coordination Framework are looking for a candidate to replace Nouri al-Maliki for the position of the next government. While the Framework confirmed its rejection of renewing the mandate of the outgoing Prime Minister, Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, the Reconstruction and Development Alliance put forward two options, with no third, for the leadership Read more…

MP: The session to elect the president is not yet decided, and postponement is possible.

MP: The session to elect the president is not yet decided, and postponement is possible.

3-31-2026

Information / Baghdad…
Former MP, Arif Al-Hamami, confirmed on Tuesday that the session scheduled for April 11 to elect the President of the Republic has not yet been decided, noting that setting the date came as a result of initial understandings that have not reached the stage of final confirmation. Read more…

In a mysterious mission, Al-Halbousi disappears from sight and leaves the country.

In a mysterious mission, Al-Halbousi disappears from sight and leaves the country.

3-31-2026

Al-Maalomah/Anbar –
A source in Anbar province revealed on Tuesday that Mohammed al-Halbousi, head of the Progress Alliance, has disappeared from public view amid reports suggesting he has traveled abroad on a mission whose details remain unclear.
The source told Al-Maalomah News Agency that “al-Halbousi left Anbar for Jordan to meet with senior Jordanian officials, in the presence of American officials and Read more…

In numbers… Iraq’s Integrity Commission reveals its annual achievements: Recovering and protecting nearly one trillion dinars

In numbers… Iraq’s Integrity Commission reveals its annual achievements: Recovering and protecting nearly one trillion dinars

2026-03-31 03:08

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Federal Integrity Commission announced on Tuesday a “heavy” tally of its oversight and investigative operations during the year, confirming the prevention of waste and the preservation of public funds worth nearly “one trillion Iraqi dinars,” with the issuance of arrest and summons orders that included Read more…

China confirms that 3 ships successfully passed through the Strait of Hormuz

China confirms that 3 ships successfully passed through the Strait of Hormuz

2026-03-31 02:51

Shafaq News – Beijing
The Chinese Foreign Ministry announced on Tuesday that three Chinese ships recently crossed the Strait of Hormuz successfully.

Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning said that “Beijing appreciates the assistance provided by the concerned parties to ensure the safe passage of ships,” stressing that Read more…

60 oil tankers crossed through the Al-Walid border crossing and headed to revive the Haditha-Aqaba pipeline.

60 oil tankers crossed through the Al-Walid border crossing and headed to revive the Haditha-Aqaba pipeline.

2026-03-31 04:28

Shafaq News – Anbar
Anbar Provincial Council member Adnan al-Kubaisi announced on Tuesday that more than 60 trucks loaded with Iraqi oil had begun crossing through the al-Walid border crossing, predicting that the number of trucks transporting the oil would rise to between 600 and 700 in Read more…

Prime Minister’s Advisor: Three-pronged plan to secure salaries amid global challenges

Prime Minister’s Advisor: Three-pronged plan to secure salaries amid global challenges

2026-03-31

The Prime Minister’s financial advisor, Mazhar Muhammad Salih, confirmed on Tuesday that the current policy guarantees the continuation of salaries and social welfare grants. While identifying three main sources to ensure the sustainability of salaries and social spending, he indicated that Iraq is capable of facing Read more…

Iraq continues construction work on the Grand Faw Port

Iraq continues construction work on the Grand Faw Port

2026/03/30

Baghdad: Batoul Al-Hassani
Despite the security conditions surrounding the region, which Iraq is also experiencing, the Ministry of Transport announced that work on the Grand Faw Port project is progressing steadily and according to the pre-set schedules, stressing that the current completion rates reflect a clear commitment to implementing this Read more…

A source accuses the ruling parties in the region of bombing Nechirvan Barzani’s house.

A source accuses the ruling parties in the region of bombing Nechirvan Barzani’s house.

3-30-2026

Information/Erbil…
A source in Erbil province stated on Monday that the ruling parties in the Kurdistan Region were behind the bombing of the home of the region’s president, Nechirvan Barzani, due to internal conflicts related to positions and control of oil resources.
The source told the Information Agency that “the Kurdish parties vying for influence Read more…