IRAQI DINAR POLITICS & ECONOMY

In anticipation of assassination, leaders of armed factions are tightening their precautionary measures in Iraq.

In anticipation of assassination, leaders of armed factions are tightening their precautionary measures in Iraq.

2026-03-07 03:29

Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Saturday, a well-informed political source close to Shiite armed factions revealed that a number of leaders, mostly from Shiite forces with armed wings, have begun taking strict security measures in recent hours, reducing their movement and public appearances, due to information about the possibility of targeted operations or assassinations by Read more…

Iran is targeting specific tankers and 75% of Iraq’s oil to Asia.

Iran is targeting specific tankers and 75% of Iraq’s oil to Asia.

2026-03-07

With the continued targeting of oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, many Iraqis believe that traffic in the strait has completely stopped, and therefore the export of oil and oil products from Iraq has also stopped. However, in reality, the Iranian Revolutionary Guard has confirmed more than once that it will only target Read more…

“Iraq without a government”: A legal proposal that could break the political deadlock

“Iraq without a government”: A legal proposal that could break the political deadlock

2026-03-06 00:05

Shafaq News – Baghdad
Iraq has been experiencing a political deadlock for nearly four months since the parliamentary elections, as the sharp division within the “coordination framework” over the identity of the next prime minister, and the dispute over the definition of the “largest bloc,” have frozen constitutional processes, amid anticipation of what Read more…

Ministry of Electricity: 500 megawatts to be added next month from the Gulf interconnection

Ministry of Electricity: 500 megawatts to be added next month from the Gulf interconnection

2026-03-06

The Ministry of Electricity confirmed on Friday that the Iraqi-Gulf interconnection will enter service in April with a capacity of 500 megawatts, while it indicated that the operation of the interconnection with Turkey will begin at the start of the summer peak loads. The spokesman for the Ministry Read more…

Al-Araji: The coming days will end the disputes over the presidency.

Al-Araji: The coming days will end the disputes over the presidency.

3-5-2026

Information / Baghdad..
The head of the Reconstruction and Development bloc, Bahaa al-Araji, confirmed on Thursday that the next few days will witness the resolution of the positions of President of the Republic and Prime Minister, noting that this step will Read more…

JP Morgan: Iraq’s oil production recovery process requires careful technical management.

JP Morgan: Iraq’s oil production recovery process requires careful technical management.

2026-03-05 01:11

Shafaq News – Baghdad
JPMorgan Chase confirmed on Thursday that most of the oil fields in the region could be restarted within a few days, with the possibility of restoring full production capacity within two to three weeks, provided that security conditions stabilize and logistical services are available.

Regarding Iraq, the bank noted that Iraqi fields have clear Read more…

The Kurdistan Regional Government denies allegations of arming Kurdish parties to send them to Iran.

The Kurdistan Regional Government denies allegations of arming Kurdish parties to send them to Iran.

2026-03-05 02:41

Shafaq News – Erbil
The Kurdistan Regional Government on Thursday denied reports that the region had armed Kurdish opposition parties and sent them into Iranian territory, stressing that these claims were “completely unfounded”.

The spokesman for the regional government, Peshwa Hawrami, said in a statement Read more…

Al-Maliki: The incoming government must build regional and international partnerships and distance itself from axes of power.

Al-Maliki: The incoming government must build regional and international partnerships and distance itself from axes of power.

2026-03-05 03:01

Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Thursday, Nouri al-Maliki, leader of the State of Law Coalition and prime ministerial candidate, called on the incoming government to build “solid” regional and international partnerships that would enhance Iraq’s security and development, stressing the need to Read more…

The Asayish (security forces) in Erbil are restricting media coverage of accident sites and warning residents against taking photographs.

The Asayish (security forces) in Erbil are restricting media coverage of accident sites and warning residents against taking photographs.

2026-03-05 04:13

Shafaq News – Erbil
On Thursday, the Asayish (security) directorate in Erbil, the capital of the Kurdistan Region, made media coverage of incidents contingent upon obtaining a license in this regard, while simultaneously urging residents not to record videos or take pictures of incidents when they occur.

A statement issued by the directorate said, “In order to maintain security and Read more…

After a one-day halt, Kurdistan oil exports resume via the Ceyhan pipeline.

After a one-day halt, Kurdistan oil exports resume via the Ceyhan pipeline.

2026-03-04 08:53

Shafaq News – Kirkuk
A source in the North Oil Company reported on Wednesday that crude oil exports from the Kurdistan Region fields via the Kirkuk-Ceyhan pipeline have resumed, after a one-day stoppage due to technical and operational reasons.

The source told Shafaq News Agency that “pumping operations have resumed Read more…

A complete blackout of the electrical grid in most Iraqi provinces

A complete blackout of the electrical grid in most Iraqi provinces

2026-03-04 08:00

Shafaq News – Baghdad
Most Iraqi provinces experienced a complete power outage on Wednesday evening, in an event described as a “shutdown” due to heavy loads.

The Basra Electricity Control Center stated, according to what was reported by a correspondent for Shafaq News Agency, that “the outage throughout the governorate was due to a technical malfunction Read more…

In a single paragraph, the Iraqi parliament will hold a “secret session” next Saturday.

In a single paragraph, the Iraqi parliament will hold a “secret session” next Saturday.

2026-03-04 07:12

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The media department of the Iraqi parliament published on Wednesday the agenda for the 11th “secret session” scheduled to be held next Saturday, March 7.

According to the schedule obtained by Shafaq News Agency, it included one item Read more…

Nasif: External veto against Maliki is behind the delay in forming the government.

Nasif: External veto against Maliki is behind the delay in forming the government.

3-4-2026

Information / Baghdad…
MP Alia Nassif revealed on Wednesday the real reasons behind the delay in forming the government, stressing that the external veto imposed on the prime ministerial candidate is the main reason for obstructing the formation of the cabinet.
Nassif told the Information Agency that “the delay in forming the government is not Read more…

A leader within the coordination framework denies that Maliki has withdrawn his candidacy for the next prime ministership.

A leader within the coordination framework denies that Maliki has withdrawn his candidacy for the next prime ministership.

3-4-2026

The Information/Baghdad…
On Wednesday, Uday Abdul-Hadi, a member of the Coordination Framework, clarified the rumors circulating about Nouri al-Maliki, leader of the State of Law Coalition, withdrawing his candidacy for the premiership.
Speaking to Al-Maalouma, Abdul-Hadi stated, “What has been reported by some Read more…

Al-Tamimi: Parliament has the right to extend the term of the “caretaker” government with full powers.

Al-Tamimi: Parliament has the right to extend the term of the “caretaker” government with full powers.

3-4-2026

Information / Baghdad…
Constitutional law expert Ali al-Tamimi confirmed on Wednesday that the Iraqi Parliament has the legal authority to extend the term of the caretaker government and grant it full powers, basing this on the principles of the Iraqi Constitution, which grants Parliament the role Read more…

JPMorgan predicts oil supplies from Iraq and Kuwait will halt within days.

JPMorgan predicts oil supplies from Iraq and Kuwait will halt within days.

2026-03-04 00:04

Shafaq News – Follow-up
Analysts at JPMorgan Chase predicted that crude oil supplies from Iraq and Kuwait could start to shut down within days if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed, potentially leading to a 3.3 million barrel per day drop in supplies by the Read more…

A precautionary measure in the Iraqi Stock Exchange: Daily stock movement is limited to 5%.

A precautionary measure in the Iraqi Stock Exchange: Daily stock movement is limited to 5%.

2026-03-04 02:09

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Iraq Stock Exchange announced on Wednesday that it has set the daily price change limit for shares at 5%, as a precautionary step to maintain market stability.

The market said in a statement received Read more…

“The Hormuz Crisis”: A government advisor says Iraq’s foreign reserves are its first line of defense in the war.

“The Hormuz Crisis”: A government advisor says Iraq’s foreign reserves are its first line of defense in the war.

2026-03-04 01:51

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Prime Minister’s Advisor for Financial and Economic Affairs, Mazhar Muhammad Salih, affirmed on Wednesday that Iraq possesses fundamental coordination flexibility at three levels between monetary, fiscal, and oil policies, which can form an important umbrella of resilience Read more…

Ministry of Finance: Iraq’s revenues exceeded 124 trillion dinars during the year

Ministry of Finance: Iraq’s revenues exceeded 124 trillion dinars during the year

2026-03-04 04:18

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Federal Ministry of Finance revealed on Wednesday that the volume of Iraqi revenues in the federal budget for 2025 exceeded 124 trillion dinars, indicating that the contribution of oil to the budget amounted to 88 %.

Shafaq News Agency followed up on data and tables issued by the ministry Read more…

A message to shipping companies: Iraqi ports reassure: Work is proceeding at a safe and normal pace.

A message to shipping companies: Iraqi ports reassure: Work is proceeding at a safe and normal pace.

2026-03-04 04:37

Shafaq News – Basra
The director of Iraq’s ports, Farhan Al-Fartousi, confirmed on Wednesday that the pace of work in receiving ships and vessels and unloading goods and merchandise arriving in the country is proceeding smoothly and safely, noting that Read more…