Erbil’s streets revive the “good old days” with a classic car parade
Erbil’s streets revive the “good old days” with a classic car parade
2025-12-30 05:20
Shafaq News – Erbil
On Tuesday, Erbil, the capital of the Kurdistan Region, hosted a special exhibition of classic cars with the participation of dozens of enthusiasts and collectors, in an event that attracted the attention of hundreds of lovers of old and rare models, amidst an atmosphere that revived memories Read more…
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The Prime Minister directs a study of the revenue maximization program.
The Prime Minister directs a study of the revenue maximization program.
2025-12-30
On Tuesday, during his chairmanship of the Ministerial Council for the Economy meeting, the Prime Minister directed that a program to maximize financial revenues be studied and final proposals submitted regarding it. A statement issued by the Prime Minister’s Media Office stated Read more…
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The First Deputy Speaker of Parliament told Shafaq News: We will work to pass the stalled laws.
The First Deputy Speaker of Parliament told Shafaq News: We will work to pass the stalled laws.
2025-12-29 08:57
Shafaq News – Baghdad
The First Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Adnan Faihan, confirmed on Monday evening that Parliament will work during this parliamentary session to pass the stalled laws.
In his first press conference after being elected to the position, which was Read more…
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“Where did you get this money?” tops the agenda of the sixth parliament… a movement to reduce the salaries of presidents and members of parliament.
“Where did you get this money?” tops the agenda of the sixth parliament… a movement to reduce the salaries of presidents and members of parliament.
2025-12-29 08:39
Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Monday evening, the “Ishraqat Kanun” parliamentary bloc called for a reduction in the salaries of the three presidencies and members of parliament in order to send a message of reassurance to the Iraqi people.
MP Ahmed Majeed, speaking at a press conference held inside the House of Representatives Read more…
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Transportation: Rapid progress in the development road project.
Transportation: Rapid progress in the development road project.
2025/12/29
The Ministry of Transport reported rapid progress in preparing the detailed cumulative designs for the strategic development road project, as part of its plans to develop transport infrastructure and enhance Iraq’s position as a regional logistics corridor, amid international competition Read more…
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A source reveals the behind-the-scenes details of Al-Halbousi’s decision to withdraw from the parliamentary speaker race.
A source reveals the behind-the-scenes details of Al-Halbousi’s decision to withdraw from the parliamentary speaker race.
12-29-2025
Information/Baghdad…
A source close to the National Political Council revealed on Monday the reasons that prompted Mohammed al-Halbousi to withdraw his candidacy for the position of Speaker of Parliament.
The source told Al-Maalouma that “the National Political Council’s recent meeting, held yesterday evening in Baghdad Read more…
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The dollar jumps in Baghdad markets, exceeding 144,000 dinars.
The dollar jumps in Baghdad markets, exceeding 144,000 dinars.
12-29-2025
Information / Baghdad…
The exchange rate of the US dollar rose today, Monday, in the markets of the capital, Baghdad, exceeding 144,000 dinars per 100 dollars.
At 1:00 PM, the Al-Kifah and Al-Harithiya exchanges recorded a rate of Read more…
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Mohammed Al-Baldawi: The position of First Deputy Speaker of Parliament will go to Adnan Faihan.
Mohammed Al-Baldawi: The position of First Deputy Speaker of Parliament will go to Adnan Faihan.
12-29-2025
Information / Baghdad –
MP Mohammed al-Baldawi confirmed on Monday that the position of First Deputy Speaker of Parliament will go to Adnan Faihan, according to a majority agreement within the Coordination Framework.
Al-Baldawi explained in a statement Read more…
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Tehran welcomes Iraqi mediation for negotiations with Washington
Tehran welcomes Iraqi mediation for negotiations with Washington
2025-12-29 04:50
Shafaq News – Tehran
Iran’s Foreign Ministry on Monday welcomed Iraqi mediation to revive bilateral negotiations between Tehran and Washington.
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Ismail Baghaei said that Iraq’s interest and role in issues related to peace and stability in the region is appreciated, while stressing Read more…
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Hebat al-Halbousi was elected Speaker of the Iraqi Parliament for its sixth session.
Hebat al-Halbousi was elected Speaker of the Iraqi Parliament for its sixth session.
2025-12-29 05:25
Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Iraqi parliament elected MP Hebat al-Halbousi as speaker of the parliament for its sixth parliamentary session on Monday, during the first session of the new parliament, in a move considered an opening step in the process of Read more…
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Al-Mandalawi and Fayhan are nominating themselves for the position of First Deputy Speaker of the Iraqi Parliament.
Al-Mandalawi and Fayhan are nominating themselves for the position of First Deputy Speaker of the Iraqi Parliament.
2025-12-29 05:43
Shafaq News – Baghdad
Members of Parliament Mohsen Al-Mandalawi and Adnan Faihan nominated themselves for the position of First Deputy Speaker of Parliament, after the nomination process for the position was opened.
Prior to that, the oldest member of parliament, Read more…
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“Tax reform”: A harsh reality facing Iraqis in 2026
“Tax reform”: A harsh reality facing Iraqis in 2026
2025-12-29
Shafaq News – Baghdad
As Iraq approaches 2026, the citizen faces a sensitive economic reality, governed by a difficult equation between the need to maximize the state’s financial revenues and to maintain the citizen’s purchasing power in light of Read more…
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Barzani calls for changing the mechanism for electing the Iraqi president and submits a proposal to that effect.
Barzani calls for changing the mechanism for electing the Iraqi president and submits a proposal to that effect.
2025-12-29 00:26
Shafaq News – Erbil
On Monday, Kurdish leader Masoud Barzani called for a change in the mechanism for electing the Iraqi president, a position reserved for the Kurds. He proposed that the position be filled by a candidate chosen by the Kurdish parties and blocs, and not be exclusive to the two main Read more…
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Iraq ranks 29th globally and third in the Arab world among the banks with the best reserves.
Iraq ranks 29th globally and third in the Arab world among the banks with the best reserves.
2025-12-29 01:58
Shafaq News – Follow-up
Iraq ranked 29th globally out of 50 countries, and third in the Arab world, among the best central banks in terms of hard currency reserves, according to Visual Capitalist, a website specializing in markets, technology, energy and Read more…
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Launching the 2026–2028 Securities Strategy to transform Iraq into a regional financial center
Launching the 2026–2028 Securities Strategy to transform Iraq into a regional financial center
2025-12-29 02:27
Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Monday, the head of the Securities Commission, Faisal Al-Haimas, announced the imminent launch of the commission’s strategy for the years 2026–2028, in a move aimed at transforming the Iraqi Read more…
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The Iraqi parliament opens nominations for the election of its speaker.
The Iraqi parliament opens nominations for the election of its speaker.
2025-12-29 03:03
Shafaq News – Baghdad
The oldest member of parliament, MP Amer Al-Fayez, has begun opening the nomination process for the election of the new Speaker of the House of Representatives.
Immediately after taking the constitutional oath, Al-Fayez began Read more…
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Al-Samarrai announces his withdrawal… Three candidates are vying for the presidency of the Iraqi parliament.
Al-Samarrai announces his withdrawal… Three candidates are vying for the presidency of the Iraqi parliament.
2025-12-29 03:20
Shafaq News – Baghdad
Muthanna al-Samarrai, head of the “Al-Azm” coalition, announced on Monday his withdrawal from the race for the position of Speaker of the Iraqi Parliament.
Al-Samarrai said in a speech he delivered inside the council that the decision to withdraw came in response to the wishes of Read more…
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The controversy surrounding the term “normalization”… Sako: I’m ready for execution… I’m under political attack
The controversy surrounding the term “normalization”… Sako: I’m ready for execution… I’m under political attack
2025-12-28 08:02
Shafaq News – Baghdad
The head of the Chaldean Catholic Patriarchate in Iraq and the world, Cardinal Louis Raphael Sako, reiterated on Sunday that he did not intend to “normalize relations with Israel” in his speech last Wednesday during the Christmas Mass Read more…
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An American expert told Shafaq News: Withdrawal from Iraq is unlikely and disarmament is “impossible” except under certain conditions.
An American expert told Shafaq News: Withdrawal from Iraq is unlikely and disarmament is “impossible” except under certain conditions.
2025-12-28 07:21
Washington – Shafaq News – Mustafa Hashim
A prominent American expert on Middle Eastern affairs ruled out the complete withdrawal of US forces from Iraq by the end of 2026, attributing this to President Donald Trump’s “intense hostility” towards Iran and the control of its allies over the Iraqi political scene, describing the current situation as an “intractable dilemma.” Read more…
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Al-Halbousi and Al-Samarrai are competing for the presidency.
Al-Halbousi and Al-Samarrai are competing for the presidency.
2025/12/28
Baghdad: Omar Abdul Latif
And Muhannad Abdul Wahab
All eyes are on the House of Representatives session scheduled for tomorrow, Monday, December 29, as a crucial constitutional juncture that cannot be postponed. The head of the Supreme Judicial Council, Judge Faiq Zaidan, stressed Read more…
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