IRAQI DINAR POLITICS & ECONOMY

Parliamentary Finance Committee: Al-Sudani’s government violated the law and delayed disbursing employee dues.

Parliamentary Finance Committee: Al-Sudani’s government violated the law and delayed disbursing employee dues.

2025-06-16 05:21

Shafaq News/ On Monday, Mustafa Al-Karawi, a member of the Parliamentary Finance Committee, accused the Iraqi government, headed by Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani, of violating the federal budget law and failing to abide by its provisions, particularly with regard to sending financial tables to the House Read more…

The Speaker of Parliament calls for an extraordinary session to unify the position against the violation of Iraqi sovereignty.

The Speaker of Parliament calls for an extraordinary session to unify the position against the violation of Iraqi sovereignty.

2025-06-16

Parliament Speaker Mahmoud al-Mashhadani called for an extraordinary session next Tuesday to consolidate a unified stance against the violation of Iraqi sovereignty, emphasizing the importance of the participation of all members of parliament. This came during his meeting with National Security Advisor Read more…

Following the security warning, the US Embassy told Shafaq News: We will continue our work in Baghdad and Erbil.

Following the security warning, the US Embassy told Shafaq News: We will continue our work in Baghdad and Erbil.

2025-06-15 09:53

Shafaq News/ The US Embassy in Iraq confirmed on Sunday that its operations in Baghdad and the consulate in Erbil would continue, following a warning about the risk of attacks.

An embassy spokesperson told Shafaq News Agency, “On June 11, out of an abundance of caution, US Secretary of State Rubio ordered the withdrawal of non-emergency government employees from the US Embassy in Baghdad and Read more…

The Parliamentary Finance Committee accuses the government of deliberately delaying the submission of the 2025 budget schedules.

The Parliamentary Finance Committee accuses the government of deliberately delaying the submission of the 2025 budget schedules.

6-15-2025

Information / Baghdad..
Parliamentary Finance Committee member Mustafa Al-Karawi accused the federal government on Sunday of deliberately delaying the submission of the 2025 budget schedules, pointing to legal and constitutional violations Read more…

A US convoy enters the Harir base near Erbil amid heightened security alert.

A US convoy enters the Harir base near Erbil amid heightened security alert.

6-15-2025

Information/Erbil:
An informed source reported on Sunday that a US military convoy arrived at the Harir base near Erbil from Syria, amid tight security measures and intense drone flights.

A source told Al-Maalouma, “A US military convoy consisting of armored vehicles and trucks loaded with iron containers entered the Harir Air Base Read more…

Iraq maintains its global ranking in natural resources

Iraq maintains its global ranking in natural resources

2025-06-15 01:49

Shafaq News/ Iraq ranked ninth globally among the best natural resources, according to Visual Capitalist, a company that focuses on topics including markets, technology, and energy.

In a report seen by Shafaq News Agency, the company stated that natural resources form the backbone of modern manufacturing and are essential Read more…

The flight ban in Iraq has been extended, with daytime flights resuming from Basra Airport.

The flight ban in Iraq has been extended, with daytime flights resuming from Basra Airport.

2025-06-15 05:02

Shafaq News/ The Iraqi Ministry of Transport announced that air traffic and air navigation will remain suspended at the country’s airports, with the exception of Basra International Airport, which resumed flights starting Sunday, during the daytime only.

The ministry said in a statement Read more…

Iraq extends airspace closure until Sunday evening

Iraq extends airspace closure until Sunday evening

2025-06-14 09:30

Shafaq News/ A security source reported on Saturday evening that the closure of Iraqi airspace will be extended until 7:00 PM on Sunday, following an assessment of the situation by the authorities.

The Iraqi Civil Aviation Authority announced earlier today that it would extend Read more…

The framework authorizes Al-Sudani to lead a “diplomatic movement” to defuse a regional war.

The framework authorizes Al-Sudani to lead a “diplomatic movement” to defuse a regional war.

2025-06-14 07:33

Shafaq News/ Informed sources revealed on Saturday the details of the meeting held by the Coordination Framework on Friday to discuss the repercussions of the military conflict between Iran and Israel. The sources confirmed that the framework’s parties concluded that it was necessary to support “diplomatic action” with regional countries to de-escalate Read more…

Unprecedented US mobilization at Harir base in Erbil

Unprecedented US mobilization at Harir base in Erbil

6-14-2025

Information/Erbil..
Informed sources reported on Saturday that US forces at the Harir military base east of Erbil province have entered a state of maximum alert.

The sources told Al-Maalouma, “The base is experiencing an unprecedented state of emergency, with all main entrances completely closed, amid intense drone and Apache helicopter flights Read more…

Iraq’s oil is threatened. An expert warns of imminent paralysis if the Strait of Hormuz ignites.

Iraq’s oil is threatened. An expert warns of imminent paralysis if the Strait of Hormuz ignites.

2025-06-14 00:06

Shafaq News/ Economic expert Mohammed al-Hasani confirmed on Saturday that Iraqi oil exports will be directly affected in the event of any disturbances in the Strait of Hormuz.

Al-Hasani told Shafaq News Agency, “The Israeli attacks and the associated fluctuations represent a challenge to Iraq and the Gulf states bordering it, which will Read more…

Government advisor: The Iraqi dinar is stable, but the parallel market is witnessing a significant decline in the value of the dollar.

Government advisor: The Iraqi dinar is stable, but the parallel market is witnessing a significant decline in the value of the dollar.

2025/06/13

The Prime Minister’s advisor for financial affairs, Mazhar Mohammed Salih, confirmed that the Iraqi dinar is witnessing remarkable stability, noting that the stability of the exchange rate represents an important indicator in financing the demand for external transfers for trade purposes at a fixed and Read more…

The international coalition shot down a drone flying near Ain al-Asad base in western Iraq.

The international coalition shot down a drone flying near Ain al-Asad base in western Iraq.

2025-06-13 05:53

Shafaq News/ A security source in Anbar reported on Friday that a drone flying near Ain al-Assad base, where international coalition forces are located, was shot down.

The source told Shafaq News Agency, “The international coalition’s air defenses shot down a drone near Ain al-Assad Air Base Read more…

The Iraq Investment Forum has been postponed until further notice.

The Iraq Investment Forum has been postponed until further notice.

2025-06-13

The Iraqi Economic Council announced on Friday the postponement of the Iraq Investment Forum, which was scheduled for June 14 and 15, until further notice. The council stated in a statement that “final preparations for the forum have been fully completed, and official invitations have been sent to guests from more than 35 Read more…

The Ministry of Transport closes Iraqi airspace and suspends air traffic at all Iraqi airports.

The Ministry of Transport closes Iraqi airspace and suspends air traffic at all Iraqi airports.

2025-06-13

The Ministry of Transport announced a complete suspension of air traffic at all Iraqi airports and the temporary closure of Iraqi airspace, to ensure the safety of passengers amidst regional security tensions. A statement from the ministry’s media office stated, “Due to regional tensions, Iraqi air navigation and airspace have been suspended until further notice, Read more…

“Do not travel to Iraq.” The US Embassy issues a warning to its citizens: You will face significant risks.

“Do not travel to Iraq.” The US Embassy issues a warning to its citizens: You will face significant risks.

6-12-2025

The US Embassy in Baghdad confirmed that the State Department had issued a “Level 4” advisory declaring Iraq “a Level 4” and advising against all travel to the country. The embassy claimed that the reason for this was that US citizens were exposed to “significant risks” Read more…

Al-Sudani’s advisor to Al-Maalouma: Iraq is witnessing economic stability and inflation is under control.

Al-Sudani’s advisor to Al-Maalouma: Iraq is witnessing economic stability and inflation is under control.

6-12-2025

Information / Baghdad..
The Prime Minister’s economic advisor, Mazhar Mohammed Salih, confirmed on Thursday that Iraq has witnessed a remarkable economic shift over the past three years, despite the accumulated economic challenges and problems of previous years.

Saleh told Al-Maalouma News Agency, “The country is currently experiencing economic stability, evident in Read more…

Al-Fatah: The smuggling of regional oil will not stop until the oil and gas law is passed.

Al-Fatah: The smuggling of regional oil will not stop until the oil and gas law is passed.

6-12-2025

Information/Baghdad…
Ali al-Fatlawi, a leader in the Fatah Alliance, confirmed on Thursday that oil smuggling from the Kurdistan Region will continue unless the oil and gas law is passed. He called on the government and political forces to engage in serious dialogue to reach a final agreement on the law and resolve Read more…

Energy companies continue operations. The US withdraws 700 diplomats and employees from Iraq.

Energy companies continue operations. The US withdraws 700 diplomats and employees from Iraq.

2025-06-12 00:22

Shafaq News/ An Iraqi security source revealed on Thursday that more than 700 Americans have been evacuated from Iraq in light of the developments taking place in the region. Meanwhile, an Iraqi official confirmed that foreign companies operating in the country Read more…

The World Bank expects growth in the Iraqi economy in 2025 and 2026.

The World Bank expects growth in the Iraqi economy in 2025 and 2026.

2025-06-12 02:14

Shafaq News/ The World Bank expects the Iraqi economy to grow by 1.2% this year.

The bank said in statistics reviewed by Shafaq News Agency that “the Iraqi economy is expected to grow by 1.2% this year, up from negative Read more…