IRAQI DINAR POLITICS & ECONOMY

Al-Shammari: The next government faces major challenges, but Al-Maliki has the will to overcome them.

Al-Shammari: The next government faces major challenges, but Al-Maliki has the will to overcome them.

1-15-2026

The former State of Law Coalition MP, Mohammed al-Shammari, confirmed on Thursday that there is a genuine political consensus on nominating Nouri al-Maliki for the position of Iraq’s next prime minister. He indicated that this agreement came as part of the recent understanding between Read more…

Ghadir: Maliki has not yet been decided as a candidate, and the political establishment is divided over the premiership.

Ghadir: Maliki has not yet been decided as a candidate, and the political establishment is divided over the premiership.

1-15-2026

The Information Agency / Baghdad –
Political analyst Abbas Ghadeer confirmed on Thursday that the nomination of Nouri al-Maliki, the candidate of the Coordination Framework, remains undecided due to divisions within political blocs regarding his candidacy for the premiership. He indicated that Read more…

An American report states: “Iraq represents the most important arena for Iran, and its project will collapse as soon as it withdraws from it.”

An American report states: “Iraq represents the most important arena for Iran, and its project will collapse as soon as it withdraws from it.”

2026-01-15 06:00

Shafaq News – Washington
An American newspaper described Iraq in a report as the “strategic center of gravity” for Iran, and the main platform through which it maintains its regional influence politically, militarily and economically, considering that Iraq is not just an arena for Iranian influence, and is more important than Read more…

Savaya opens files on suspicious funds in Iraq: a comprehensive review and anticipated sanctions

Savaya opens files on suspicious funds in Iraq: a comprehensive review and anticipated sanctions

2026-01-15

Shafaq News – Washington
Mark Savaya, President Donald Trump’s envoy to Iraq, announced on Thursday that a comprehensive review of suspicious payments and financial transactions in Iraq is underway with the U.S. Treasury Department and the Office of Foreign Assets Control, along with Read more…

In anticipation of the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, Iraq is taking “urgent” steps to ensure oil exports.

In anticipation of the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, Iraq is taking “urgent” steps to ensure oil exports.

2026-01-15 04:35

Shafaq News – Baghdad
A government source revealed on Thursday that the government is seeking alternative plans to export Iraqi oil in the event that the Strait of Hormuz is closed due to tensions in Iran.

The source told Shafaq News Agency that “the Iraqi government, in coordination with the ministries concerned with the energy file, is seeking to develop alternative Read more…

Al-Hilali: Al-Sudani’s concession to Al-Maliki is a political precedent, and his support for a third term has become clear.

Al-Hilali: Al-Sudani’s concession to Al-Maliki is a political precedent, and his support for a third term has become clear.

1-14-2026

The independent politician Ayed al-Hilali confirmed on Wednesday that Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani’s concession to Nouri al-Maliki is a unique and unprecedented development in the political process, indicating that al-Sudani now clearly supports al-Maliki’s candidacy for a third term Read more…

Trump’s praise for Savaya: Does Trump see Iraq as “stubborn”? And what great work did his envoy do?

Trump’s praise for Savaya: Does Trump see Iraq as “stubborn”? And what great work did his envoy do?

2026-01-14 | 01:11

SumerianNews-Politics:
The unexpected praise bestowed by the US President on his special envoy to Iraq Mark Savaya, during a speech in Michigan, raises questions about the reasons for the sudden praise he received during this speech, which was believed to be dedicated to Read more…

Among them is Iraq: The United States suspends visa issuance for 75 countries

Among them is Iraq: The United States suspends visa issuance for 75 countries

2026-01-14 06:42

Shafaq News – Washington
The US State Department announced on Wednesday that it has suspended issuing visas to citizens of 75 countries, confirming that Iraq is among these countries.

American media outlets quoted the US State Department as saying that it had suspended issuing visas to citizens of 75 countries, including Read more…

A new bloc is on the horizon… Maliki’s coalition clarifies details of the State of Law and Reconstruction understandings.

A new bloc is on the horizon… Maliki’s coalition clarifies details of the State of Law and Reconstruction understandings.

1-14-2026

Information/Baghdad…
Former MP Jassim Mohammed Jaafar, a leading figure in the State of Law Coalition, confirmed on Wednesday that reports circulating about the formation of a new parliamentary bloc comprising the State of Law Coalition and the Reconstruction and Development Bloc are still in the discussion phase and have not yet reached a final decision. He explained that the matter is still subject to Read more…

US forces terminate the services of more than a thousand workers at Ain al-Asad base

US forces terminate the services of more than a thousand workers at Ain al-Asad base

1-14-2026

Al-Maalomah/Anbar…
A security source in Anbar province revealed on Wednesday that US forces have terminated the services of more than a thousand Iraqi workers employed as cleaners inside the Ain al-Assad base in western Anbar, due to reasons related to the troop reduction process.
The source told Al-Maalomah News Agency, “US forces terminated the services of Read more…

Al-Saadi: Al-Sudani’s concession to Al-Maliki ended the political deadlock

Al-Saadi: Al-Sudani’s concession to Al-Maliki ended the political deadlock

1-14-2026

The official spokesperson for the Badr parliamentary bloc, Zahraa Luqman al-Saadi, confirmed on Wednesday that Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani’s withdrawal in favor of Nouri al-Maliki has completely ended the political deadlock. She indicated that the premiership has been decided in al-Maliki’s favor with Read more…

US forces remove surveillance balloons from Ain al-Asad base

US forces remove surveillance balloons from Ain al-Asad base

1-14-2026

Information/Anbar..
A security source in Anbar province revealed on Wednesday that US forces had suddenly removed surveillance balloons surrounding the Ain al-Assad base in western Anbar.

The source told Al-Maalomah News Agency that “American forces suddenly removed all surveillance balloons Read more…

Amid threats of US tariffs, Iraq remains the largest importer of Iranian goods, with purchases totaling $10 billion.

Amid threats of US tariffs, Iraq remains the largest importer of Iranian goods, with purchases totaling $10 billion.

2026-01-14 02:09

Shafaq News – Follow-up
In recent days, the United States announced that any country that conducts trade with Iran will face a 25% tariff on its trade with the United States, a move that could include Iraq, which is among the Arab countries most closely linked to trade with Tehran.

The US decision comes at a time when Iran is witnessing its largest anti-government Read more…

Kurdistan Region demands seven months’ salary from Baghdad and suggests extending the oil agreement: unless there are objections.

Kurdistan Region demands seven months’ salary from Baghdad and suggests extending the oil agreement: unless there are objections.

2026-01-14 02:13

Shafaq News – Erbil
The Kurdistan Regional Government announced on Wednesday that it will demand the next federal government fund the salaries of seven months that have not been paid to public sector employees and workers in the region over the past three years, while expecting an extension of the agreement concluded between Erbil and Baghdad regarding Kurdistan’s oil exports. Read more…

The Iraqi parliament announces only 15 names that meet the requirements for candidacy for the position of President of the Republic.

The Iraqi parliament announces only 15 names that meet the requirements for candidacy for the position of President of the Republic.

2026-01-14 04:30

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Presidency of the Iraqi Parliament announced today, Wednesday, the names of the candidates who met the legal requirements to run for the position of President of the Republic of Iraq, based on the provisions of Article (4) of the Law on the Provisions of Nomination for the Position No. (8) of 2012.

The Presidency stated in an official announcement, Read more…

Maliki to Harris: The need to “control weapons” and complete constitutional requirements

Maliki to Harris: The need to “control weapons” and complete constitutional requirements

2026-01-14 05:38

Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Wednesday, Nouri al-Maliki, head of the State of Law Coalition, stressed to Joshua Harris, the acting US ambassador to Iraq, the need to restrict weapons, and also discussed with him the issue of constitutional entitlements.

This came during Al-Maliki’s reception of Harris at his office today. According to Read more…

Between the “Sudanese concession” and the ambiguity of the framework’s position… are the political forces heading towards a decisive resolution or a compromise?

Between the “Sudanese concession” and the ambiguity of the framework’s position… are the political forces heading towards a decisive resolution or a compromise?

1-13-2026

The formation of the new government, particularly the prime ministership, remains shrouded in political ambiguity, amidst conflicting statements and differing interpretations within the Coordination Committee and other political forces, despite the constitutional deadlines nearing their crucial stages.
In recent days, talk has intensified about Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani Read more…

Three trillion dinars annually: A parliamentary plan reveals Iraq’s path towards oil self-sufficiency.

Three trillion dinars annually: A parliamentary plan reveals Iraq’s path towards oil self-sufficiency.

2026-01-13

On Tuesday (January 13, 2026), MP Mudhar Al-Karawi presented a comprehensive strategic vision regarding the expansion of oil refineries in the country, stressing that it would support the general budget by no less than three trillion dinars annually, and contribute to creating three positive dimensions for the national economy. Read more…

Harris assures Barzani: There is no place for Iranian-backed terrorist militias in the Iraqi government.

Harris assures Barzani: There is no place for Iranian-backed terrorist militias in the Iraqi government.

2026-01-13 06:23

Shafaq News – Erbil
On Tuesday, the acting US ambassador to Iraq, Joshua Harris, praised the role of Kurdish leader Masoud Barzani in supporting the Iraqi political process and calming tensions in Syria, while stressing that there is “no place” for what he called “Iranian-backed terrorist militias” in the next Iraqi government. Read more…

Coordination framework: The candidate for the next government will be announced immediately after the election of the President of the Republic.

Coordination framework: The candidate for the next government will be announced immediately after the election of the President of the Republic.

1-13-2026

Information/Baghdad…
Abdel Samad Zarkoush, a member of the coordinating framework, confirmed on Tuesday that the framework’s forces will not delay in officially putting forward their candidate for the next government presidency as soon as the president of the republic is elected.

Al-Zarkoushi told Al-Maalouma that “the framework forces will hold an important Read more…