IRAQI DINAR POLITICS & ECONOMY

Al-Shammari announces an agreement within the framework and the state administration to complete the cabinet.

Al-Shammari announces an agreement within the framework and the state administration to complete the cabinet.

9-30-2026

Information/Special…
Maysar al-Shammari, a leader in the Hikma Movement, confirmed on Wednesday that an agreement exists between the Coordination Framework and the State Administration Coalition regarding the completion of the cabinet in the coming period. He indicated that several reservations that had hindered the participation of some political forces in the government have been addressed.
Speaking to Al-Maalouma, al-Shammari said, “There is an agreement between Read more…

A member of parliament calls for the removal of corrupt figures and the opening of major cases without favoritism.

A member of parliament calls for the removal of corrupt figures and the opening of major cases without favoritism.

9-30-2026

Information/Baghdad…
Member of Parliament Abdul Hamza Al-Khafaji called on Wednesday for oversight and judicial bodies to open and activate major pending financial and administrative corruption cases, stressing the need to pursue the big fish of corruption and recover the looted funds away from any pressures or political settlements.

Al-Khafaji told Al-Maalouma News Agency that “the current stage requires taking courageous and unconventional Read more…

With a discount of $28 per barrel, Iraq’s oil exports reach 3 million barrels per day.

With a discount of $28 per barrel, Iraq’s oil exports reach 3 million barrels per day.

9-30-2026

Information/Baghdad..
Oil expert Hamza Al-Jawahiri confirmed on Wednesday that Iraqi crude oil export rates have stabilized at 3 million barrels per day, noting that sales to foreign tankers are being carried out at a price discount of up to $28 per barrel, compared to global market prices, to avoid the consequences of Read more…

Al-Dulaimi: The next parliamentary session will witness a “parliamentary celebration” to pass the Popular Mobilization Forces law.

Al-Dulaimi: The next parliamentary session will witness a “parliamentary celebration” to pass the Popular Mobilization Forces law.

9-30-2026

The leader of the Azm Alliance, Fawaz Mohammed al-Dulaimi, confirmed on Wednesday that the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF ) bill will proceed to approval during the next parliamentary session. He predicted a “parliamentary celebration” in the chamber coinciding with the vote on the law, following its referral from the Council of Ministers to Parliament.
Al-Dulaimi told Al-Maalomah News Agency, “The PMF bill will soon see the Read more…

To finalize 9 ministerial portfolios… a move by the coordination framework is expected next week

To finalize 9 ministerial portfolios… a move by the coordination framework is expected next week

9-30-2026

Information/Baghdad…
Member of the Coordination Framework, Uday Abdul-Hadi, revealed on Wednesday that next week will witness efforts to resolve the issue of nine ministerial portfolios in Prime Minister Ali al-Zubaidi’s government, which are still being run by acting ministers, including two security ministries.
Abdul-Hadi explained to Al-Maalouma that “the past two weeks have seen numerous meetings within the Coordination Framework and with other Read more…

Diyala Council: Transfer of security file to Interior Ministry to be finalized within 3 months

Diyala Council: Transfer of security file to Interior Ministry to be finalized within 3 months

9-30-2026

Al-Maalomah/Diyala…
The head of the Diyala Provincial Council, Omar al-Karawi, confirmed on Wednesday that the transfer of the security file to the Ministry of Interior will be determined within the next three months, noting that there are no complications facing the central committee concerned with the matter.
Al-Karawi explained in an interview with Al-Maalomah that “Diyala witnessed its best security situation since 2003 during 2016, with zero terrorist Read more…

Al-Zaydi announces the end of the international coalition’s mission and affirms: No weapons outside the law.

Al-Zaydi announces the end of the international coalition’s mission and affirms: No weapons outside the law.

2026-09-30

Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Wednesday, Prime Minister and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces Ali Faleh al-Zaidi presided over the official ceremony marking Sovereignty Day and the end of the mission of the international coalition forces fighting ISIS in Iraq, in the presence of the coalition forces commander and leaders of various military branches and security formations.

In a speech delivered on the occasion, the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces announced Read more…

Sanad: Technology accounts for 70% compared to oil and gas, and we are enhancing internet transit in Iraq.

Sanad: Technology accounts for 70% compared to oil and gas, and we are enhancing internet transit in Iraq.

2026-09-30

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Ministry of Communications opened the fifth session of the Iraq International Information and Communications Technology Exhibition and Conference (ITEX) on Wednesday, under the slogan “Iraq is moving towards digital transformation and adopting the technology of the future,” under the patronage of Prime Minister Ali Al-Zaidi and Minister of Communications Mustafa Jabbar Sand.

Sand said in a speech he delivered during the opening ceremony of the exhibition, which was attended by Read more…

A faction describes the surrender of weapons as “delusions” and threatens to target countries in the region.

A faction describes the surrender of weapons as “delusions” and threatens to target countries in the region.

2026-09-30

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The “Companions of the Cave” faction, in a statement issued on the occasion of the withdrawal of the international coalition forces from Iraq, asserted that the issue of handing over weapons is merely “illusions,” while also issuing a threat to the countries participating in striking Iran.

The faction said in a statement: “The issue of surrendering weapons is a delusion dreamt of by the weak, the humiliated, and the dollar slaves. Starting tonight, any foreign presence, whether Read more…

Iraq continues to offer discounts and promotions on Basra crude to encourage buyers.

Iraq continues to offer discounts and promotions on Basra crude to encourage buyers.

2026-09-30

Shafaq News – Baghdad
Reuters reported on Wednesday that Iraq’s state oil marketing company SOMO has offered larger discounts to term contract buyers in an effort to encourage them to take delivery of oil shipments scheduled for loading during October.

The agency quoted trade sources as saying that SOMO offered discounts of Read more…

Nechirvan Barzani will visit Baghdad tomorrow to attend the ceremony marking the end of the international coalition’s mission in Iraq.

Nechirvan Barzani will visit Baghdad tomorrow to attend the ceremony marking the end of the international coalition’s mission in Iraq.

2026-09-30

Shafaq News – Erbil
The President of the Kurdistan Region, Nechirvan Barzani, is expected to pay an official visit to the capital, Baghdad, on Thursday to participate in the ceremony marking the end of the military mission of the US-led international coalition against ISIS in Iraq.

The Iraqi government is scheduled to hold a central official ceremony on this occasion, attended by senior state officials, military and security leaders, political and social figures, and Read more…

Barzani: The end of the coalition’s mission opens the door to bilateral agreements, and Kurdistan is not vulnerable to disappearance.

Barzani: The end of the coalition’s mission opens the door to bilateral agreements, and Kurdistan is not vulnerable to disappearance.

2026-09-30

Shafaq News – Erbil
Kurdish leader Masoud Barzani reassured the people of Kurdistan on Wednesday that there is close security coordination with the federal government to counter any risks and threats that may arise after the withdrawal of the international coalition against ISIS in Iraq.

In an official statement marking the end of the coalition’s mission in Iraq, Barzani said that the coalition forces supported the Iraqi forces and the Peshmerga forces in the war against Read more…

Two withdrawals separated by a return: Iraq faces a test of security and weapons.

Two withdrawals separated by a return: Iraq faces a test of security and weapons.

2026-09-30

Shafaq News – Baghdad/Washington
In December 2011, the last American convoy crossed the Iraqi border into Kuwait, ending a military deployment that began with the invasion of Iraq. Nearly fifteen years later, Washington announced on Wednesday the end of another mission in the country, this time from Erbil Air Base, from which coalition forces and equipment departed.

Between the two departures, US forces returned to Iraq to fight ISIS, and their size and role changed, while the Read more…

Amidi on Sovereignty Day: Peace and war are the exclusive right of the state, and the end of the coalition’s mission ushers us into a new phase.

Amidi on Sovereignty Day: Peace and war are the exclusive right of the state, and the end of the coalition’s mission ushers us into a new phase.

2026-09-30

Shafaq News – Baghdad
President Nizar Amidi issued an official statement on Wednesday, on the occasion of the end of the mission of the international coalition against ISIS led by the United States of America in Iraq, in which he affirmed that the decision of peace and war is an exclusive right of the state without any other party, considering that the country has entered a new phase Read more…

US pressure to ban Iranian flights disrupts the “coordination framework” and revives efforts to interrogate al-Zaidi.

US pressure to ban Iranian flights disrupts the “coordination framework” and revives efforts to interrogate al-Zaidi.

2026-09-30

Shafaq News – Special Translation
The slow stance taken by the Coordination Framework forces in objecting to Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi’s decision to ban flights between Iraq and Iran has raised criticism and doubts about the Framework’s critical position on this development and brought criticism upon it, while its forces sought to “save face” with subsequent positions, according to Read more…

Towards a new vision of economic sovereignty

Towards a new vision of economic sovereignty

2026-09-30

Jalal Baqir
In light of the rapid international transformations, Iraq finds itself at a critical juncture that requires a reassessment of its economic tools, particularly those related to the oil sector, which forms the backbone of its national economy. With increasing external pressures and the growing need to protect national decision-making from indirect influences, a fundamental question arises: How can Iraq strengthen its economic independence without entering into international conflicts? Read more…

Al-Dulaimi reveals the resistance’s conditions for the Al-Zaidi government: Iraqi sovereignty, independent decision-making, and ending the foreign presence.

Al-Dulaimi reveals the resistance’s conditions for the Al-Zaidi government: Iraqi sovereignty, independent decision-making, and ending the foreign presence.

9-29-2026

Information/Baghdad…
Anbar Alliance leader Abdul Sattar Ahmed al-Dulaimi revealed on Tuesday that the resistance has stipulated to the al-Zaidi government the end of the foreign presence, respect for the country’s sovereignty, and non-interference in internal affairs in exchange for its participation in the political process, free from American dictates.
Al-Dulaimi told the Information Agency, “The Islamic resistance has stipulated Read more…

Erbil: A large US military convoy departs Harir base

Erbil: A large US military convoy departs Harir base

9-29-2026

Information/Erbil…
Informed sources confirmed on Monday that a large convoy of US forces departed from Harir Air Base near Erbil, under tight security measures, as part of the ongoing gradual withdrawal from the base.
The sources explained to Al-Maalomah that “a convoy comprising dozens of vehicles carrying military equipment and others consisting of metal containers left Harir Air Base near Erbil in the early hours of the morning. It is believed that the convoy Read more…

“Al-Maalomah” reveals the contents of an American message to the Barzani government… What does it contain?

“Al-Maalomah” reveals the contents of an American message to the Barzani government… What does it contain?

9-29-2026

Information/Sulaymaniyah…
A responsible source in Sulaymaniyah province revealed on Tuesday the contents of an American message to the Kurdistan Regional Government, which he said included Washington’s options regarding the region’s status during the next phase.

The source told Al-Maalomah News Agency that “Masoud Barzani’s government received a message carried by US envoy Tom Barak, which Read more…

“One basket” is Al-Zaydi’s way to fill the vacancies: a discussion with Al-Maliki to resolve the issue.

“One basket” is Al-Zaydi’s way to fill the vacancies: a discussion with Al-Maliki to resolve the issue.

2026-09-29

Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Tuesday, an informed government source revealed a proposed mechanism for completing the cabinet in the event that political agreement cannot be reached on candidates for the vacant ministries or their distribution among the political forces. This coincided with a visit by the head of the State of Law Coalition, Nouri al-Maliki, to Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi to discuss the same Read more…