IRAQI DINAR POLITICS & ECONOMY

MP: Caretaker government decisions were tainted by corruption and must be revoked

MP: Caretaker government decisions were tainted by corruption and must be revoked

2-7-2026

The Information Agency / Baghdad –
MP Mohammed al-Mayahi asserted on Saturday that many decisions made by the caretaker government during its tenure were marred by suspicions of corruption and legal violations. He stressed that the new government is responsible Read more…

British Institute: Al-Maliki’s nomination for Iraqi premiership is an indicator of US-Iranian rivalry

British Institute: Al-Maliki’s nomination for Iraqi premiership is an indicator of US-Iranian rivalry

2026-02-07 05:21

Shafaq News – Special Translation
The British Chatham House Institute believes that the sudden return of Nouri al-Maliki’s nomination to head the new Iraqi government reveals that Iraq is still an American-Iranian battleground, and that Tehran, by supporting him, cannot tolerate instability and uncertainty for a long time in Baghdad, and needs a “trustworthy figure,” Read more…

Widespread anger in Iraq over large sums deducted from the salaries of employees and retirees

Widespread anger in Iraq over large sums deducted from the salaries of employees and retirees

2026-02-07 00:15

Shafaq News – Baghdad
A number of employees and retirees were surprised, after receiving their monthly salaries, to find large amounts deducted, which sparked a state of discontent and concern in the employment and retirement circles.

Retirees and employees, through Shafaq News Agency, called on the House Read more…

A general lockdown is expected in Iraq tomorrow… The tax crisis sparks a “merchants’ revolution”.

A general lockdown is expected in Iraq tomorrow… The tax crisis sparks a “merchants’ revolution”.

2026-02-07 02:08

Shafaq News – Baghdad
Some Iraqi traders are rejecting and protesting the increased customs tariffs on some luxury goods and other items, which has led to a buildup of goods containers at customs ports and disrupted trade. This has negatively impacted revenues, which was one of the reasons for the delay in state employees’ salaries Read more…

The State of Law coalition boycotts the “Asa’ib” channel for supporting Halbousi’s positions and figures opposed to Maliki’s nomination.

The State of Law coalition boycotts the “Asa’ib” channel for supporting Halbousi’s positions and figures opposed to Maliki’s nomination.

2026-02-07 01:48

Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Saturday, the State of Law Coalition, headed by Nouri al-Maliki, decided to boycott the Al-Ahd satellite channel, which belongs to the Asaib Ahl al-Haq movement led by Qais al-Khazali, for supporting the positions of figures opposed to al-Maliki’s nomination Read more…

Iraqi customs responds to traders: We operate according to international standards.

Iraqi customs responds to traders: We operate according to international standards.

2026-02-07 03:31

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The director of the Iraqi Customs Authority, Thamer Qasim, confirmed on Saturday that the customs tariff currently in place is based on international standards, and there is no such thing as an “unprecedented increase” in the tariff.

Qasim told Shafaq News Agency that “the General Authority of Customs is Read more…

“Alternative to Maliki” is present in private discussions for the coordination framework

“Alternative to Maliki” is present in private discussions for the coordination framework

2026-02-07 03:22

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Coordination Framework, which unites Shiite political forces, is holding talks to discuss the political deadlock amid expectations that a compromise candidate will be put forward as an alternative to Nouri al-Maliki, the leader of the State of Law Coalition.

Abu Mithaq al-Masari, a member of the Coordination Framework, told Read more…

Saleh’s appearance: The financial situation is stable and salaries are secured despite temporary exchange rate differences.

Saleh’s appearance: The financial situation is stable and salaries are secured despite temporary exchange rate differences.

2026/02/06

The financial advisor to the Prime Minister, Mazhar Muhammad Saleh, confirmed today, Friday, that all salaries are secured and the financial situation is stable, while he indicated that the delay in salaries is due to temporary procedures Read more…

The US Treasury freezes the assets of Halbousi and two of his party leaders

The US Treasury freezes the assets of Halbousi and two of his party leaders

2-6-2026

Information/Anbar…
An official source in Anbar province revealed on Wednesday that Jordan and the UAE have frozen the assets of the head of the Progress Party, Mohammed al-Halbousi, and two of his party leaders, due to their inclusion in Read more…

Al-Karawi: Trump’s rejection of Maliki confirms the existence of another figure he supports for the presidency.

Al-Karawi: Trump’s rejection of Maliki confirms the existence of another figure he supports for the presidency.

2-6-2026

Information/Baghdad…
Hussein al-Karawi, head of the Coordinating Committee for the Popular Movement for the Belt and Road Initiative, asserted that Trump’s rejection of Maliki confirms the existence of another figure he supports for the position, noting that the scenario of rejecting Maliki may have been Read more…

A member of the National Union confirms there is great hope that his party will win the presidency.

A member of the National Union confirms there is great hope that his party will win the presidency.

2-6-2026

Information/Baghdad…
Burhan Sheikh Raouf, a member of the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan (PUK), confirmed that his party has high hopes of securing the presidency through national consensus and a vote by parliamentarians for the PUK candidate, Nizar Amidi, after failing to reach agreements Read more…

Due to customs tariffs, Iraqi merchants’ association calls for a general market closure starting February 8th.

Due to customs tariffs, Iraqi merchants’ association calls for a general market closure starting February 8th.

2-6-2026

Information/Baghdad..
The Iraqi Traders Association announced on Friday its call for a general closure of all commercial markets throughout the country, starting on Sunday, February 8, and continuing until further notice.

The group stated in a statement Read more…

The Sunni council meeting failed due to a dispute between the Progress and Determination alliances over al-Maliki’s nomination.

The Sunni council meeting failed due to a dispute between the Progress and Determination alliances over al-Maliki’s nomination.

2-6-2026

Information/Anbar..
An official source in Anbar revealed on Friday that the Sunni Council meeting at the home of Speaker of Parliament Hebat al-Halbousi failed to reach a consensus on rejecting the Coordination Framework candidate, Nouri al-Maliki.

The source explained Read more…

The US State Department told Shafaq News: We will use all our tools to prevent Maliki’s return.

The US State Department told Shafaq News: We will use all our tools to prevent Maliki’s return.

2026-02-06

Shafaq News – Washington/ Mustafa Hashim
The US State Department revealed on Thursday evening a firm and strongly worded position regarding the upcoming political alliances map in Iraq, stressing that the US administration is prepared to use “a full range of tools” to ensure Read more…

Silica in Anbar: A multi-billion dollar resource awaiting investment

Silica in Anbar: A multi-billion dollar resource awaiting investment

2026-02-06 01:44

Shafaq News – Anbar
Iraq’s Anbar province is studying the possibility of utilizing its natural resources, especially silica, through extraction and processing, in order to take a step towards increasing its financial revenues Read more…

“Temporary relief”… Will Iraq settle for “1/12” instead of a budget?

“Temporary relief”… Will Iraq settle for “1/12” instead of a budget?

2026-02-06 02:55

Shafaq News – Baghdad
For the second year in a row, the country is operating under the “12/1” financial management system, which ensures the provision of operational expenses only, most notably Read more…

Epstein’s documents reveal a plan to spread chaos in Iraq and other Arab countries.

Epstein’s documents reveal a plan to spread chaos in Iraq and other Arab countries.

2026-02-06

Documents from emails declassified by the US Department of Justice regarding the case of American businessman and former sex offender Jeffrey Epstein revealed the existence of “cooperation and coordination” overseen by Epstein aimed at destabilizing several countries in the region, most notably Iraq.

The documents, as translated by “Baghdad Today,” revealed Read more…

Al-Nasiri criticizes Al-Halbousi’s position and affirms his continued support for Al-Maliki’s candidacy.

Al-Nasiri criticizes Al-Halbousi’s position and affirms his continued support for Al-Maliki’s candidacy.

2-5-2026

Information/Special..
Bilal al-Nasiri, a member of the State of Law Coalition, confirmed today, Thursday, that the position of the ousted Speaker of Parliament, Muhammad al-Halbousi, regarding foreign dictates raises questions, noting that the call to submit to the American decision represents Read more…

Al-Zarkoushi: There are no indications that Maliki will withdraw his candidacy for the next government.

Al-Zarkoushi: There are no indications that Maliki will withdraw his candidacy for the next government.

2-5-2026

Information/Baghdad…
On Wednesday, Abdul Samad al-Zarkoushi, a member of the Coordination Framework, confirmed that there are no indications that Nouri al-Maliki will withdraw his candidacy to form the next government. He also indicated that Read more…

Parliamentary source: Parliament will decide the position of President of the Republic by vote

Parliamentary source: Parliament will decide the position of President of the Republic by vote

2-5-2026

Information / Baghdad –
An informed parliamentary source revealed on Thursday that the session scheduled for next week will decide the presidential election if the political forces fail to reach a consensus candidate. The source confirmed that members of parliament will be forced to Read more…