IRAQI DINAR POLITICS & ECONOMY

US report: Trump ended the “Iraq syndrome”

US report: Trump ended the “Iraq syndrome”

2026-01-11

Shafaq News – Special Translation
The American website “The Daily Signal” concluded that the American administration, headed by Donald Trump, has finally managed to declare the death of the “Iraq syndrome” that paralyzed the United States based on the idea that any intervention by military force abroad would turn into a quagmire .

The American website explained, in a report Read more…

Speaking through his son, Sistani reiterates his refusal to interfere in the nomination of Iraq’s prime minister.

Speaking through his son, Sistani reiterates his refusal to interfere in the nomination of Iraq’s prime minister.

2026-01-11

Shafaq News – Najaf
On Sunday, the highest Shiite religious authority in Iraq, represented by Ayatollah Ali al-Sistani, reiterated its position rejecting interference in the matter of nominating a candidate to assume the position of Prime Minister in the new Iraqi government.

The leaders and commanders of the Shiite Coordination Framework had recently Read more…

Al-Maliki’s office: The coordination framework has taken important steps in deciding on a prime ministerial candidate.

Al-Maliki’s office: The coordination framework has taken important steps in deciding on a prime ministerial candidate.

2026-01-11 00:57

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The media office of Nouri al-Maliki, head of the State of Law Coalition, said on Sunday that the coordination framework had taken “important” steps in deciding on a candidate for the position of Prime Minister in the next Iraqi government.

This came during a meeting between Maliki and Speaker of Parliament Hebat al-Halbousi, according to a statement issued Read more…

Iraq will be among the Arab countries with the lowest inflation by the end of 2025.

Iraq will be among the Arab countries with the lowest inflation by the end of 2025.

2026-01-11 03:23

Shafaq News – Follow-up
Iraq recorded a low inflation rate by the end of 2025, according to data issued by the International Monetary Fund (IMF ).

According to data seen by Shafaq News Agency, Iraq was among the Arab countries with the lowest inflation rates, at Read more…

Exclusive: Behind the scenes of al-Sudani’s concession to al-Maliki and al-Hakim’s threat to use the Marja’iyya card

Exclusive: Behind the scenes of al-Sudani’s concession to al-Maliki and al-Hakim’s threat to use the Marja’iyya card

2026-01-11 03:52

Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Sunday, a source within the Shiite coordination framework revealed details of the meeting held yesterday by the framework’s forces to discuss the repercussions of the withdrawal of outgoing Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani from the race for the premiership for a second time, and to agree on a candidate for the position Read more…

The Badr parliamentary bloc submits two proposals to increase a portion of non-oil revenues in Iraq.

The Badr parliamentary bloc submits two proposals to increase a portion of non-oil revenues in Iraq.

2026-01-10

The Badr parliamentary bloc submitted two proposals on Saturday to increase a portion of non-oil revenues in Iraq.

MP Hassan al-Kaabi, speaking to reporters, said that “one of the points of the government program is to raise non-oil revenues, not to impose taxes,” stressing Read more…

MP: US troop withdrawal from Iraq is now mandatory

MP: US troop withdrawal from Iraq is now mandatory

1-10-2026

Information / Baghdad…
MP Hamid Abbas, from the Badr parliamentary bloc, confirmed on Saturday that the withdrawal of American forces from Iraq has become mandatory, stressing that this entitlement represents a popular and national demand that cannot be Read more…

Coordination framework: The selection of the prime minister candidate has reached 70% and will be announced soon.

Coordination framework: The selection of the prime minister candidate has reached 70% and will be announced soon.

1-10-2026

The Information/Baghdad…
Member of the Coordination Framework, Uday Abdul-Hadi, confirmed on Saturday that the framework’s candidate for prime minister has reached 70% agreement, anticipating an announcement soon.
Abdul-Hadi told Al-Maalouma, “The past three days witnessed important meetings Read more…

Al-Saadawi: Talk of a compromise candidate with American support is baseless illusion.

Al-Saadawi: Talk of a compromise candidate with American support is baseless illusion.

1-10-2026

The Information Agency/Baghdad –
Former MP Abdul Hadi al-Saadawi, a leading figure in the Reconstruction and Development Coalition, asserted on Saturday that reports circulating in some political and media circles regarding a compromise candidate for prime minister with American support are nothing more than baseless speculation. Read more…

Al-Tamimi: No decision has been made within the coordination framework regarding a compromise candidate.

Al-Tamimi: No decision has been made within the coordination framework regarding a compromise candidate.

1-10-2026

The political analyst, Majashaa al-Tamimi, confirmed on Saturday that what is being circulated on some media platforms and social media sites regarding a move towards a compromise candidate for the premiership instead of Mohammed Shia al-Sudani or Nouri al-Maliki is not based on a declared political decision or an official Read more…

Al-Alousi: Iraq is threatened with collapse due to Iran’s influence, and the framework has lost control.

Al-Alousi: Iraq is threatened with collapse due to Iran’s influence, and the framework has lost control.

2026-01-10

Shafaq News – Baghdad
Prominent Iraqi politician Mithal Al-Alusi said on Friday that there is a “deliberate confusion” between sparing the Iraqi state from dangers and the attempt by some politicians and parties to spare themselves the repercussions of regional changes, especially what is happening inside Iran, warning that this confusion puts Iraq on a “very dangerous” path politically, security-wise and economically. Read more…

Exclusive: Iraqi Finance Ministry reopens investigation into dollar manipulation case

Exclusive: Iraqi Finance Ministry reopens investigation into dollar manipulation case

2026-01-10 02:13

Shafaq News – Baghdad
An informed source revealed on Saturday that the Iraqi Ministry of Finance has reopened the investigation into the manipulation of dollar sales to travelers at the Rafidain Bank outlet at Baghdad International Airport.

The source told Shafaq News Agency that Rafidain Bank, based on a directive from the Ministry of Finance, summoned 20 of its officials Read more…

Al-Sudani and Al-Maliki withdraw their candidacies for prime minister in favor of Ihsan Al-Awadi

Al-Sudani and Al-Maliki withdraw their candidacies for prime minister in favor of Ihsan Al-Awadi

2026-01-10 02:51

Shafaq News – Baghdad
A source within the coordination framework stated on Saturday that the two competing candidates for the position of Prime Minister of the next Iraqi government, namely “the caretaker Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani and the leader of the State of Law Coalition, Nouri al-Maliki,” have withdrawn Read more…

Iraqi Electricity Minister: We have projects to produce more than 60,000 megawatts of power.

Iraqi Electricity Minister: We have projects to produce more than 60,000 megawatts of power.

2026-01-10 05:00

Shafaq News – Baghdad
Electricity Minister Ziad Ali Fadel said on Saturday that the ministry has projects under implementation in addition to concluding strategic agreements with international companies to produce more than 60,000 megawatts.

This came in a speech he delivered during the launch of the 11th International Read more…

Iraq and the application of the ASYCUDA system

Iraq and the application of the ASYCUDA system

1-10-2026

The launch of the latest package of customs measures, which included the implementation of the ASYCUDA system, the pre-calculation of customs tariffs, and the collection of tax deposits, along with the activation of quality control procedures, coincided with a number of Read more…

A worrying start for the new parliament… MPs’ attendance is gradually decreasing, and 100 MPs have been “off duty” since taking the oath.

A worrying start for the new parliament… MPs’ attendance is gradually decreasing, and 100 MPs have been “off duty” since taking the oath.

2026-01-10

The Iraqi parliament held its third session on Saturday, its sixth session, and the number of attending MPs has been gradually decreasing since the first session, with more than 100 MPs absent from the sessions so far without a clear reason.

Parliament began its first session with only 37 members absent. The highest attendance of Read more…

A US report calls on Washington to focus on Iraqi politics, not “leaders”.

A US report calls on Washington to focus on Iraqi politics, not “leaders”.

2026-01-09 07:43

Shafaq News – Special Translation
The Atlantic Council called on the United States to focus its Iraq policy not on individuals and leaders, but on strengthening institutional processes, arguing that although outgoing Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani appears to be “the safest option,” this perspective conflates personal leadership qualities with Read more…

An economist says the customs tariff will have serious repercussions and the dinar has lost its value.

An economist says the customs tariff will have serious repercussions and the dinar has lost its value.

1-9-2026

The economic expert ,
Sadiq al-Rikabi, confirmed on Friday that the customs tariff in Iraq is being implemented in an ill-conceived manner, warning that continuing this policy will lead to serious economic repercussions that will directly affect the market and citizens.
Speaking to Al-Maalomah, al-Rikabi said, “The customs tariff does not apply to all Read more…

Unprecedented security alert for US forces inside the Ain al-Asad base building

Unprecedented security alert for US forces inside the Ain al-Asad base building

1-9-2026

Information/Anbar…
A security source in Anbar province revealed on Thursday that US forces stationed inside the Ain al-Assad base building in western Anbar have mobilized all their combat capabilities without knowing the reasons.

The source told Al-Maalomah News Agency that “American forces stationed inside Read more…

A member of parliament holds the government responsible for the rise in the dollar exchange rate and its repercussions on the people.

A member of parliament holds the government responsible for the rise in the dollar exchange rate and its repercussions on the people.

1-9-2026

Information / Baghdad…
MP Faleh al-Khazali held the federal government responsible for the rising exchange rate of the dollar and its direct harm to the people, stressing that this issue represents a severe economic crisis requiring urgent solutions.
Al-Khazali told the Information Agency, “The rise in the dollar exchange rate has Read more…