IRAQI DINAR POLITICS & ECONOMY

No mention of Maliki… The framework announces the results of its meeting, with the presidency and Iran at the forefront.

No mention of Maliki… The framework announces the results of its meeting, with the presidency and Iran at the forefront.

2026-02-23 13:02

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The issue of deciding the presidency and the Iranian-American escalation topped the agenda of the coordination framework talks on Monday evening, where the need to finalize the formation of the new government was emphasized, without mentioning Read more…

Al-Maliki confirms he will continue to run for prime minister, disregarding American messages.

Al-Maliki confirms he will continue to run for prime minister, disregarding American messages.

2-23-2026

Information/Baghdad…
Nouri al-Maliki, head of the State of Law Coalition, confirmed on Monday that he would not withdraw from the race for the position of Prime Minister of Iraq, noting that the American messages concerned the Iraqi state and not al-Maliki.

Al-Maliki said in an interview Read more…

Washington: Trump’s position is clear, and choosing Maliki will prompt a reassessment of the relationship between the two countries.

Washington: Trump’s position is clear, and choosing Maliki will prompt a reassessment of the relationship between the two countries.

2-23-2026

Baghdad-Mail
The US Embassy in Baghdad commented on Monday on US President Donald Trump’s position regarding Nouri al-Maliki, the candidate of the Coordination Framework for the position of Prime Minister, noting that the latter’s selection would lead to a reassessment of bilateral relations Read more…

A new round of negotiations to join the World Trade Organization

A new round of negotiations to join the World Trade Organization

2026/02/23

Iraq is continuing its technical and legislative preparations to complete its accession process to the World Trade Organization, a move reflecting its efforts to strengthen its integration into the global economy and create a more stable and attractive investment environment. The Ministry of Trade confirmed that work is progressing Read more…

Anticipation is high for the meeting of the coordinating framework to decide on the presidency and to have the final say regarding al-Maliki’s candidacy.

Anticipation is high for the meeting of the coordinating framework to decide on the presidency and to have the final say regarding al-Maliki’s candidacy.

2-23-2026

Information/Baghdad…
Political circles are awaiting a meeting of the Coordination Framework to resolve the issue of the presidency, either by proceeding with a candidate agreed upon within the Kurdish bloc or by seeking a broader national consensus. The meeting will also address the issue of Nouri al-Maliki’s candidacy for prime minister, either by Read more…

Al-Saadi: Al-Maliki is still the coordinating framework’s candidate for the premiership

Al-Saadi: Al-Maliki is still the coordinating framework’s candidate for the premiership

2-23-2026

Information/Baghdad…
Former MP Baqir al-Saadi confirmed on Monday that Nouri al-Maliki remains the candidate of the largest bloc in the Iraqi Parliament, denying leaks circulating in the past 24 hours.
Speaking to Al-Maalouma, al-Saadi said, “Nouri al-Maliki is still the candidate Read more…

Al-Gharabi calls on Parliament to intervene urgently and halt “caretaker” contracts.

Al-Gharabi calls on Parliament to intervene urgently and halt “caretaker” contracts.

2-23-2026

Information/Baghdad…
MP Bassem al-Gharabi warned on Monday against the caretaker government’s continued signing of what he described as “strategic and large” contracts, stressing that these actions lack legal and constitutional basis. He called on Parliament Read more…

Al-Moussawi: Iraq’s financial reserves are constantly increasing and salaries are fully secured.

Al-Moussawi: Iraq’s financial reserves are constantly increasing and salaries are fully secured.

2-23-2026

Information / Baghdad…
MP Jassim al-Moussawi confirmed on Monday that Iraq’s financial reserves are witnessing a continuous increase, stressing that salaries are fully secured and there are no concerns about their payment in the coming period.
Al-Moussawi told the Information Agency that “Iraq’s financial situation is reassuring and the reserves at the Central Bank are constantly rising,” adding that Read more…

MP: The situation cannot tolerate a year without a budget

MP: The situation cannot tolerate a year without a budget

2-23-2026

The head of the Badr parliamentary bloc, Karim Aliwi, called on political blocs on Monday to expedite the formation of a government, stressing that the Iraqi situation can no longer tolerate the continued executive vacuum or delays in approving the budget. Aliwi told Al- Maalomah
that “Iraq is going through difficult economic circumstances, Read more…

Al-Asadi: The coordinating framework insists on nominating Al-Maliki for the premiership.

Al-Asadi: The coordinating framework insists on nominating Al-Maliki for the premiership.

2-23-2026

Information/Special…
Walid al-Asadi, a member of the State of Law Coalition, confirmed on Monday that the Coordination Framework is the body responsible for determining the candidate for Prime Minister, noting that Nouri al-Maliki is currently the only candidate being seriously considered Read more…

Following the Iraqi maritime coordinates… a political storm in the Gulf and calls for dialogue

Following the Iraqi maritime coordinates… a political storm in the Gulf and calls for dialogue

2026-02-23 01:05

Shafaq News – Follow-up
Iraq’s deposit of nautical charts and official coordinates with the United Nations has sparked reactions in Gulf circles, amid calls to contain the repercussions of the move and address the issue through diplomatic frameworks and official channels.

Diplomatic tensions between Iraq and Kuwait have been escalating for years Read more…

Trump’s envoy informs Fuad Hussein of the American vision regarding the formation of the Iraqi government.

Trump’s envoy informs Fuad Hussein of the American vision regarding the formation of the Iraqi government.

2026-02-23 02:25

Shafaq News – Baghdad
US President’s envoy Thomas Barrack informed Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein of the US vision regarding the formation of the Iraqi government during a meeting held in Baghdad. The meeting addressed this issue at length and reviewed relevant viewpoints, while Hussein stressed Read more…

Trump’s envoy concludes his meetings in Baghdad and heads to Erbil within hours

Trump’s envoy concludes his meetings in Baghdad and heads to Erbil within hours

2026-02-23 03:05

Shafaq News – Baghdad
An informed source reported on Monday that US President’s envoy Tom Barrack concluded his series of official meetings in Baghdad and is scheduled to arrive in Erbil within a few hours.

The source told Shafaq News Agency that Barak will hold high-level meetings with Kurdish leaders Read more…

Al-Maliki: I have no intention of withdrawing, and our relationship with Iran is based on common interests.

Al-Maliki: I have no intention of withdrawing, and our relationship with Iran is based on common interests.

2026-02-23 04:20

Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Monday, Nouri al-Maliki, leader of the State of Law Coalition, confirmed that he has no intention of withdrawing from the race for prime minister, while stressing the need to restrict weapons to the state.

Al-Maliki said in an interview with AFP, “I have no intention of ever withdrawing, Read more…

Khor Abdullah: Will Iraq’s geography awaken to correct the sins of the tent?

Khor Abdullah: Will Iraq’s geography awaken to correct the sins of the tent?

2026-02-23 04:55

Raji Sultan Al-Zuhairi
The Iraqi move to deposit the maritime maps with the United Nations was not just a routine administrative procedure, but a political “earthquake” that revealed the fragility of the agreements that were formulated in the night of defeat. Declaring Khor Abdullah purely Iraqi is not a claim, but rather a restoration of Read more…

Trump’s envoy: Chevron deal boosts Iraq’s prosperity and reinforces confidence in American investments

Trump’s envoy: Chevron deal boosts Iraq’s prosperity and reinforces confidence in American investments

2026-02-23 04:22

Shafaq News – Baghdad
US Special Envoy to Iraq Tom Barrack asserted on Monday that Chevron’s contract in Iraq reinforces US investment confidence in the country and promotes peace.

Barak said in a tweet on the “X” platform, which was followed by Shafaq News Agency, that “today represents an important milestone for the people of Iraq and for Read more…

The Coordination Committee will decide on al-Maliki’s nomination tonight.

The Coordination Committee will decide on al-Maliki’s nomination tonight.

2026-02-23 05:28

Shafaq News – Baghdad
A responsible political source revealed on Monday that an “important” meeting is expected in the coming hours for the leaders of the coordinating framework that includes Shiite political forces, in order to decide on the nomination of the head of the State of Law Coalition for the next government.

A short while ago, Maliki confirmed that he has no intention of withdrawing Read more…

Depositing Iraqi oil revenues in New York: Between financial stability and economic sovereignty

Depositing Iraqi oil revenues in New York: Between financial stability and economic sovereignty

2-23-2026

Researcher Shatha
considers the mechanism of depositing Iraqi oil revenues in accounts at the US Federal Reserve in New York to be one of the most complex financial arrangements in modern Iraqi history. Since 2003, this mechanism has become more than just a technical procedure for protecting funds; it has transformed into a pivotal Read more…

The government’s financial advisor: Sovereign guarantees allow investors to borrow from global markets with an Iraqi guarantee.

The government’s financial advisor: Sovereign guarantees allow investors to borrow from global markets with an Iraqi guarantee.

2026-02-23

The Prime Minister’s financial advisor, Mazhar Muhammad Salih, confirmed on Monday that sovereign guarantees are a tool to support the financing of major investment projects. He also indicated that Iraq has allocated $1 billion in sovereign guarantees to support private sector Read more…

The Prime Minister sponsors the signing ceremony of two preliminary memorandums of understanding with Chevron.

The Prime Minister sponsors the signing ceremony of two preliminary memorandums of understanding with Chevron.

2026-02-23

Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani sponsored the signing ceremony on Monday of two preliminary agreements, the first between the Basra Oil Company and the American company Chevron to transfer the management of the West Qurna/2 field, and the second with Read more…