IRAQI DINAR POLITICS & ECONOMY

Initial understandings reached among the Kurds to present a unified candidate to Baghdad

Initial understandings reached among the Kurds to present a unified candidate to Baghdad

2-17-2026

Information/Special..
Jamal Khalil, a member of the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan, confirmed today that “political consultations between his party and the Kurdistan Democratic Party are still ongoing,” noting that “significant progress has been made, resulting in an agreement in broad outlines Read more…

Al-Jalabi: Talk of Maliki withdrawing from the prime ministerial race is just wishful thinking.

Al-Jalabi: Talk of Maliki withdrawing from the prime ministerial race is just wishful thinking.

2-17-2026

Information/Baghdad…
Zuhair al-Jalabi, a member of the State of Law Coalition, asserted that talk of Nouri al-Maliki withdrawing from the presidential race is nothing but wishful thinking, noting that some parties are using social media to make statements to achieve Read more…

Maliki’s advisor: There will be no withdrawal or retreat from the framework agreement.

Maliki’s advisor: There will be no withdrawal or retreat from the framework agreement.

2-17-2026

The Information Agency / Baghdad –
Abbas al-Moussawi, advisor to the head of the State of Law Coalition, affirmed on Tuesday that the coalition’s position is firm and unwavering, emphasizing that this commitment stems from a deep-seated conviction and a moral and political Read more…

Al-Shammari: The next government is required to reduce unnecessary expenditures.

Al-Shammari: The next government is required to reduce unnecessary expenditures.

2-17-2026

Information / Baghdad…
Member of Parliament Ahmed al-Shammari called on the incoming government Tuesday to implement an administrative overhaul to reduce the number of advisors in the presidencies and ministries, while also streamlining spending on foreign delegations, describing them as the biggest drain Read more…

Half the salaries of officials to save Iraq: A lost initiative under the dome of parliament

Half the salaries of officials to save Iraq: A lost initiative under the dome of parliament

2026-02-17 00:02

Shafaq News – Baghdad
A parliamentary call for members of parliament, ministers, and those holding special ranks to donate half or more of their monthly salaries to the state treasury, in an attempt to address the economic crisis plaguing Iraq, has sparked widespread reaction among the Iraqi public.

This initiative, which was announced earlier Read more…

A parliamentary proposal to boost Iraq’s budget by $650 million through the import of 100,000 cars annually

A parliamentary proposal to boost Iraq’s budget by $650 million through the import of 100,000 cars annually

2026-02-17 02:14

Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Tuesday, the head of the “Victorious” parliamentary bloc, Faleh al-Khazali, revealed a proposal to import 100,000 cars annually in exchange for scrapping old models with a fee of $4,000 per car, stressing that this project – if implemented – Read more…

Maliki… A third term: a political dilemma or a wise decision?

Maliki… A third term: a political dilemma or a wise decision?

2-17-2026

Iraqi political circles followed with interest the outcome of the nomination of Mr. Nouri al-Maliki for the Iraqi premiership for the third time by the majority of members of the Coordination Framework, and took into account its international and regional dimensions and interests Read more…

Al-Mayahi: No American message rejecting al-Maliki’s nomination; al-Sudani’s return is a far-fetched dream.

Al-Mayahi: No American message rejecting al-Maliki’s nomination; al-Sudani’s return is a far-fetched dream.

2-16-2026

Information/Special…
Kurdistan Democratic Party member Haitham al-Mayahi confirmed today that there is no official position from the United States rejecting Nouri al-Maliki’s nomination, clarifying that what is being circulated on this matter is merely media speculation Read more…

Al-Sadiq: Al-Maliki is not seeking foreign mediation for the premiership, and we are surprised by the American intervention.

Al-Sadiq: Al-Maliki is not seeking foreign mediation for the premiership, and we are surprised by the American intervention.

2-16-2026

Information/Special…
Hussein al-Sadiq, a member of the State of Law Coalition, confirmed today that the coalition’s leader, Nouri al-Maliki, is not seeking any mediation from Washington to assume the premiership. He indicated that talk of such moves is “inaccurate and Read more…

Kurdish parties are close to deciding on a presidential candidate; a meeting is expected to resolve the dispute.

Kurdish parties are close to deciding on a presidential candidate; a meeting is expected to resolve the dispute.

2-16-2026

Information / Baghdad…
A calm and positive atmosphere prevailed at the meeting of the “Kurdish House,” particularly between the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan (PUK) and the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP), regarding the presidency and the formation of Read more…

Between partisan calculations and constitutional entitlement, the presidential crisis enters a dangerous turning point.

Between partisan calculations and constitutional entitlement, the presidential crisis enters a dangerous turning point.

2-16-2026

The political scene is witnessing cautious anticipation regarding the outcome of the ongoing closed-door negotiations, as both the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP) and the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan (PUK) maintain their positions on the presidency. The postponement of the Iraqi parliament session dedicated to Read more…

Imposing dictates and creating chaos: an American policy to remove Maliki from the premiership

Imposing dictates and creating chaos: an American policy to remove Maliki from the premiership

2-16-2026

Information / Report…
Some Iraqi political blocs, particularly Sunni blocs, are accused of acting as tools to implement American agendas aimed at interfering in Iraqi affairs. These accusations come with the return of Nouri al-Maliki, leader of the State of Law Coalition, to the political scene by Read more…

Iraq increases its holdings of US Treasury bonds by more than $1 billion

Iraq increases its holdings of US Treasury bonds by more than $1 billion

2026-02-16

Shafaq News – Special Report
The US Treasury Department announced on Monday that Iraq’s holdings of US bonds have increased by more than $1 billion, reaching approximately Read more…

“Al-Maliki will not back down”… The framework is searching for an alternative within the “previous list”.

“Al-Maliki will not back down”… The framework is searching for an alternative within the “previous list”.

2026-02-16 02:52

Shafaq News – Baghdad
Nasim Abdullah, a member of the political bureau of the “Eqtidaar” party, which is part of the coordination framework, revealed on Monday that there are talks and meetings within the Shiite bloc regarding the candidate for the new government’s premiership.

Abdullah told Shafaq News Agency that “the framework forces will take into Read more…

Iraq’s economy: between protecting revenues and losing financial decision-making power

Iraq’s economy: between protecting revenues and losing financial decision-making power

2-16-2026

Researcher Shatha Khalil*
Iraqi Oil Revenues in New York: Economic Stability or Managed Sovereignty?
For over two decades, Iraqi oil revenues have been deposited in accounts at the US Federal Reserve Bank in New York. What began as a temporary legal mechanism after 2003 has gradually transformed into one of the most significant economic Read more…

With a two-thirds quorum, the parliament’s leadership proposes amending the law on lifting immunity from MPs.

With a two-thirds quorum, the parliament’s leadership proposes amending the law on lifting immunity from MPs.

2-15-2026

The Iraqi Parliament announced on Sunday that it has submitted a proposal to amend the law on lifting parliamentary immunity.
The Parliament’s media office stated in a press release received Read more…

Alawi: Al-Halbousi lost the trust of the “leaders” after his stance on Al-Maliki

Alawi: Al-Halbousi lost the trust of the “leaders” after his stance on Al-Maliki

2-15-2026

Information/Baghdad…
Ali Al-Alawi, a member of the State of Law Coalition, confirmed that political parties and leaders no longer trust Al-Halbousi after his clear stance against Al-Maliki’s presence in power.
Al-Alawi told Al-Maalouma, “There are many political parties that Read more…

The coordinating framework renews its support for Maliki for a third term as head of government.

The coordinating framework renews its support for Maliki for a third term as head of government.

2-15-2026

Information/Baghdad…
Former MP and member of the Coordination Framework, Baqir al-Saadi, reiterated on Sunday that the Coordination Framework forces will not withdraw their support for former Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki for a third term as Read more…

The escape of terrorists from al-Hol camp: a ticking time bomb threatening Iraq’s security

The escape of terrorists from al-Hol camp: a ticking time bomb threatening Iraq’s security

2-15-2026

Information/Report:
Al-Hol camp in Syria is considered a “ticking time bomb” due to its large number of ISIS members, known as “Cubs of the Caliphate,” who emerged after the group’s defeat in Iraq and Syria and rely on lone-wolf attacks and sleeper cells.
The de facto government controls ISIS prisons in Syria following an agreement Read more…

Shock: Iraqi banks “without liquidity” after government measure; salaries the biggest problem

Shock: Iraqi banks “without liquidity” after government measure; salaries the biggest problem

2026-02-15 00:53

Shafaq News – Baghdad
Informed sources revealed on Sunday that the country’s financial liquidity crisis has worsened, confirming that available resources are no longer sufficient to secure the payment of salaries for employees and retirees in the coming period.

Sources who spoke to Shafaq News Agency reported that the government was forced to withdraw about 20 trillion dinars from Al-Rafidain Bank, in addition to Read more…