IRAQI DINAR POLITICS & ECONOMY

Harris: America will take immediate action to dismantle pro-Iranian “terrorist” militias

Harris: America will take immediate action to dismantle pro-Iranian “terrorist” militias

2026-01-09 03:00

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The acting head of the US mission in Iraq, Joshua Harris, confirmed on Friday that Washington is moving towards taking immediate action to dismantle what he described as “Iranian-backed terrorist militias,” stressing that the inclusion of “militias” in the new government is contrary to Iraqi-American relations. Read more…

Shiite preacher: The coordination framework is not facing a crisis in choosing the new Iraqi prime minister

Shiite preacher: The coordination framework is not facing a crisis in choosing the new Iraqi prime minister

2026-01-09 03:07

Shafaq News – Najaf
Imam and Friday preacher of Najaf, Sadr al-Din al-Qubanchi, ruled out the possibility of a crisis within the coordinating framework that includes the ruling Shiite political forces and parties in the country regarding the failure to choose a new prime minister for Iraq, despite the fact that nearly two months Read more…

Exclusive: The framework is heading towards the religious authority regarding the formation of the government, and the latter “remains silent”.

Exclusive: The framework is heading towards the religious authority regarding the formation of the government, and the latter “remains silent”.

2026-01-08 09:16

Shafaq News – Baghdad
An informed source revealed on Thursday that leaders within the coordination framework had directed inquiries to the supreme religious authority in Najaf about a month ago regarding the process of forming the government and the names of Read more…

Trade is moving towards reducing some tariffs in preparation for joining the World Trade Organization.

Trade is moving towards reducing some tariffs in preparation for joining the World Trade Organization.

2026/01/08

The Ministry of Trade intends to submit initial proposals to the member states of the World Trade Organization (WTO), with the aim of reducing customs tariffs imposed on some goods and services, as part of the country’s diligent efforts to complete the conditions of membership and joining Read more…

Al-Hilali: The coordination framework will not resolve the issue of the prime ministership at present.

Al-Hilali: The coordination framework will not resolve the issue of the prime ministership at present.

1-8-2026

Information/Baghdad…
Independent politician Ayed al-Hilali ruled out the possibility of the coordinating body resolving the issue of nominating a prime minister, while simultaneously warning against bringing in a compromise candidate for the position.
Al-Hilali told Al-Maalouma, “Despite the ongoing activity and discussions, Read more…

Al-Nasiri: The framework informed Maliki and Al-Sudani of the necessity of reaching an agreement.

Al-Nasiri: The framework informed Maliki and Al-Sudani of the necessity of reaching an agreement.

1-8-2026

The Information Agency / Baghdad –
On Thursday, Diaa al-Nasiri, a member of the State of Law Coalition, confirmed that the meeting between Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani and the head of the State of Law Coalition, Nouri al-Maliki, has not yet yielded any clear results. He indicated that while there is difficulty in resolving some issues, it does not amount to Read more…

Economist: Raising customs duties by 30% will destroy the economy and burden the citizen.

Economist: Raising customs duties by 30% will destroy the economy and burden the citizen.

1-8-2026

Information/Special..
Economic expert Sajjad Hamad warned today of the repercussions of the decision to raise customs tariffs by 30%, stressing that this step will lead to a significant increase in prices, and will cause direct damage to the national economy and Read more…

UN representative: Iraq today is amazing and completely different from what it used to be.

UN representative: Iraq today is amazing and completely different from what it used to be.

1-8-2025

The UN Resident Coordinator in Iraq, Gholam Ishaqzi, affirmed on Thursday that after nearly two decades of turbulent political transition, Iraq is now “a country enjoying peace, increasing security, and a firm commitment to development.” The
UN website, in a report Read more…

They warned of a “major recession”… Baghdad merchants complain about high taxes and customs duties: the citizen is the one who suffers

They warned of a “major recession”… Baghdad merchants complain about high taxes and customs duties: the citizen is the one who suffers

2026-01-08 01:46

Shafaq News – Baghdad
Wholesalers and owners of goods and merchandise warehouses in the capital, Baghdad, expressed their strong dissatisfaction with the government’s recent decisions regarding increasing taxes and implementing the new customs tariff, in addition to imposing Read more…

Iraq is among 8 oil-producing countries adding 450,000 barrels per day

Iraq is among 8 oil-producing countries adding 450,000 barrels per day

2026-01-08 03:06

Shafaq News – Follow-up
On Thursday, S&P Global Energy, an American company, revealed that eight of the world’s largest oil field development projects, including those in Iraq scheduled to begin operations in 2026, could add more than 450,000 barrels per day to global crude markets, indicating that the largest new supply sources are Read more…

A US official renews talk of dismantling Iraqi “militias”.

A US official renews talk of dismantling Iraqi “militias”.

2026-01-07 09:09

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The acting US ambassador to Baghdad stressed on Wednesday evening the need to dismantle “Iranian-backed militias” in Iraq, stressing that they undermine the country’s sovereignty, threaten both Americans and Iraqis, and plunder Iraqi resources. Read more…

Khoshnaw: The Democrats are floundering after losing their majority.

Khoshnaw: The Democrats are floundering after losing their majority.

1-7-2025

The Information Agency / Baghdad –
Mahmoud Khoshnaw, a senior member of the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan (PUK), asserted on Wednesday that the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP) is attempting to challenge the PUK for other positions after its shock at losing its majority in the Read more…

The winner reveals the most prominent names nominated for the premiership.

The winner reveals the most prominent names nominated for the premiership.

1-27-2026

The head of the Tasmim parliamentary bloc, Amer al – Fayez, confirmed on Wednesday that Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani’s meeting with the leader of the State of Law Coalition, Nouri al-Maliki, was proposed by the Coordination Framework. He explained that this meeting falls within Read more…

Security: The 7th Division takes over the management of Ain al-Asad base after the American withdrawal.

Security: The 7th Division takes over the management of Ain al-Asad base after the American withdrawal.

1-7-2026

Information/Anbar…
Security expert Qatari Al-Samarmad revealed on Tuesday that the Iraqi Army’s 7th Division will take over the management and protection of Ain Al-Assad base in western Anbar after the withdrawal of US and international coalition forces.

Al-Samarmad told Al-Maalomah News Agency that “the Seventh Division of the Iraqi Army will take over the management and protection of Ain al-Assad base Read more…

Economist: The rise in the exchange rate is linked to market traders, not government decisions.

Economist: The rise in the exchange rate is linked to market traders, not government decisions.

1-7-2026

Information/Baghdad…
Economic researcher Diaa Abdul Karim explained that the rise in the dollar exchange rate is linked to market traders and exchange companies, and is not a result of government decisions.
Abdul Karim told Al-Maalouma, “There is a lot of speculation happening in the Iraqi Read more…

Al-Shammari emphasizes the need to hold the government accountable for the financial file and the budget.

Al-Shammari emphasizes the need to hold the government accountable for the financial file and the budget.

1-7-2026

Information/Baghdad…
Former MP Mohammed al-Shammari stressed the necessity of questioning the Prime Minister and the Minister of Finance in Parliament regarding the financial file, the budget, the spending mechanism, and the final accounts.
Al-Shammari told Al-Maalouma, “The government should have submitted Read more…

An economist rules out the government reconsidering the exchange rate.

An economist rules out the government reconsidering the exchange rate.

1-7-2026

Information / Baghdad –
Economic expert Nabil Al-Ali ruled out on Wednesday the possibility of the government reconsidering the exchange rate of the dollar or raising it to between 150,000 and 160,000 dinars per 100 dollars, as has been circulating in some media outlets. He emphasized that such a decision is extremely sensitive Read more…

MP: Tax increase by government decree is a constitutional violation and an overreach of parliamentary powers

MP: Tax increase by government decree is a constitutional violation and an overreach of parliamentary powers

1-7-2026

Information/Baghdad…
Member of Parliament, Mona al-Gharabi, confirmed on Wednesday that the caretaker prime minister’s raising of tax rates is a clear violation of constitutional provisions and an overreach of legislative authority.
In a statement received Read more…

Al-Maliki sets 5 conditions for Al-Sudani: otherwise there will be no prime minister

Al-Maliki sets 5 conditions for Al-Sudani: otherwise there will be no prime minister

2026-01-07 05:37

Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Wednesday, a source within the coordination framework revealed details of the last meeting of the Shiite House forces, which was dominated by an atmosphere of tension and conflict due to the intransigence of the two main candidates, Muhammad Shia al-Sudani and Nouri al-Maliki, regarding their right to obtain Read more…

Jordan seeks to renew its agreement to import Iraqi oil for an additional year.

Jordan seeks to renew its agreement to import Iraqi oil for an additional year.

2026-01-07 02:10

Shafaq News – Amman
Jordan’s Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources revealed on Wednesday that it is seeking to renew the memorandum of understanding for importing Iraqi oil under the same terms and specifications as the previous agreement.

The ministry confirmed in a statement that it is holding talks with the Iraqi side Read more…