IRAQI DINAR POLITICS & ECONOMY

Bushi speaks about the delay in completing the cabinet: “Everyone will bear the consequences.”

Bushi speaks about the delay in completing the cabinet: “Everyone will bear the consequences.”

9-13-2026

Information/Special…
Salah Boushi, a member of the State of Law Coalition, confirmed on Sunday that the delay in completing the cabinet is no longer a technical or procedural matter, but rather a direct result of political disagreements over several ministries and candidates. This has led to the continued vacancy of ministerial posts despite the passage of time since the government’s formation.
Boushi told Al-Maalouma that “the responsibility for this delay cannot be attributed to a single person or entity. It begins with the political forces that Read more…

Fuad Hussein and Araqchi discuss targeting Saudi Arabia and closing the Iraqi-Iranian border (Update)

Fuad Hussein and Araqchi discuss targeting Saudi Arabia and closing the Iraqi-Iranian border (Update)

2026-09-13

Shafaq News – Baghdad
Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein and his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araqchi discussed on Saturday evening the closure of several border crossings between the two countries, the attack targeting Saudi Arabia, and the latest developments in Yemen, in addition to the meeting scheduled to be held in the Sultanate of Oman on Monday.

The Iraqi Foreign Ministry stated in a statement received by Shafaq News Agency that Fuad Hussein received a Read more…

The Guardian: Has the end of the “empire of corruption” in Iraq begun with American support?

The Guardian: Has the end of the “empire of corruption” in Iraq begun with American support?

2026-09-13

Shafaq News – Special Translation
The British newspaper ” The Guardian ” questioned whether the arrests and confiscation of financial assets carried out by the government of Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi would lead to the dismantling of the “empire” of corruption and the weakening of the looting power structures within Iraq, while Washington supports al-Zaidi’s move alongside the judiciary.

The newspaper reported, in a report translated by Shafaq News Agency, that the arrests of corrupt individuals were Read more…

Focus on “weapons and energy”… Asa’ib Ahl al-Haq is open to al-Zaidi’s European tour

Focus on “weapons and energy”… Asa’ib Ahl al-Haq is open to al-Zaidi’s European tour

2026-09-13

Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Sunday, Mohammed al-Baldawi, spokesman for the Sadiqun parliamentary bloc – the political wing of Asaib Ahl al-Haq – confirmed that Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi’s visit to Europe aims to attract investment companies and open new avenues for the Iraqi economy.

Al-Baldawi told Shafaq News Agency that the visit “will be effective and Read more…

Queues stretching for hours… The subsidized gasoline crisis is suffocating Duhok

Queues stretching for hours… The subsidized gasoline crisis is suffocating Duhok

2026-09-13

Shafaq News – Duhok
On Sunday, Duhok Governorate witnessed long queues in front of gas stations, with the number of cars in one station exceeding 800, amid drivers waiting for hours to obtain subsidized gasoline.

A number of drivers told Shafaq News Agency that they had started queuing since yesterday to get fuel, while the distribution process did not begin at a number of stations until noon, which led to hundreds of cars remaining in queues for long periods. Read more…

Millions of dollars were withdrawn under fictitious names… The behind-the-scenes story of the closure of exchange companies at Baghdad Airport revealed

Millions of dollars were withdrawn under fictitious names… The behind-the-scenes story of the closure of exchange companies at Baghdad Airport revealed

9-13-2026

An informed source revealed on Saturday (September 12, 2026) new and extremely dangerous details regarding the closure and withdrawal of licenses of three major exchange companies at Baghdad International Airport, namely (Al-Aswar, Al-Anamel, and Al-Qataf), confirming that the operation involved forging tickets and withdrawing millions of dollars to personal accounts.

The source said that the process of closing and withdrawing the licenses of the aforementioned companies came after Read more…

Ministry of Transport: Iraqi initiative to manufacture boats of various sizes and specifications and open new production lines

Ministry of Transport: Iraqi initiative to manufacture boats of various sizes and specifications and open new production lines

9-12-2026

The Ministry of Transport announced on Saturday that there is a trend towards manufacturing boats of various sizes and specifications, as well as opening new production lines. The ministry stated in a statement that “Iraqi ports seek, through the development of the shipyard, to meet the needs of its maritime fleet and reduce dependence on foreign shipyards, in order to attract foreign ships and provide maintenance services for them and work to meet the Read more…

Al-Baiji denies that Iran imposes taxes or fees on Iraqi oil

Al-Baiji denies that Iran imposes taxes or fees on Iraqi oil

9-12-2026

The Information Agency / Baghdad –
Deputy Head of the Reconstruction and Development Parliamentary Bloc, Mansour al-Baiji, denied on Saturday reports circulating about the Islamic Republic of Iran imposing taxes or fees on Iraqi oil.
Al-Baiji told the Information Agency that “the reports circulating on this matter are incorrect,” noting that “what has been raised regarding the Iranian Read more…

Maliki’s coalition reveals condition for deciding on deputy prime minister positions

Maliki’s coalition reveals condition for deciding on deputy prime minister positions

9-12-2026

The Information Agency / Baghdad –
On Saturday, Ali al-Shaalan, a member of parliament from the State of Law Coalition, confirmed that the selection and appointment of deputy prime ministers has not yet been finalized. He indicated that its resolution is contingent upon reaching a political agreement among the blocs and influential forces.
Al-Shaalan told the Information Agency, “The issue of deputy prime ministers is still unresolved and is directly linked Read more…

9 reasons delaying the cabinet formation… Al-Tamimi reveals the biggest obstacle

9 reasons delaying the cabinet formation… Al-Tamimi reveals the biggest obstacle

9-12-2026

Information/Baghdad…
Member of Parliament Abu Turab al-Tamimi revealed on Saturday the reasons for the delay in completing the cabinet and filling vacant executive positions, stressing that political disagreements over the nomination of deputy prime ministers represent the most significant obstacle hindering a resolution.
Al-Tamimi told Al-Maalouma, “The political scene is witnessing sharp Read more…

The parliamentary defense committee reiterates its position: September 30th is the fixed date for the complete withdrawal of US forces from Iraq.

The parliamentary defense committee reiterates its position: September 30th is the fixed date for the complete withdrawal of US forces from Iraq.

9-12-2026

Information / Exclusive…
Member of the Parliamentary Security and Defense Committee, Jawad al-Saadi, revealed on Saturday that September 30th is the scheduled date for the withdrawal of US forces from Iraq, including those stationed in the Kurdistan Region, emphasizing that there are no discussions regarding extending the withdrawal date.
Al-Saadi told the Information Agency, “The Iraqi government has confirmed that the withdrawal of US forces on Read more…

United States: We are on the verge of a transformation in the nature of the relationship with Iraq.

United States: We are on the verge of a transformation in the nature of the relationship with Iraq.

2026-09-12

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The US chargé d’affaires in Iraq, Steven Fagin, confirmed on Saturday that the relationship between Baghdad and Washington is on the verge of a “major development”.

“When Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi visited Washington last summer, he had a mandate from the Iraqi people to build a sovereign, secure, and prosperous Iraq,” Fagin said at a conference, according to the embassy. “He stated that today’s Iraq is not seen as yesterday’s Iraq… but rather as a country full of great opportunities.” Read more…

Al-Zaydi: Sinjar factions will hand over their weapons to the state.

Al-Zaydi: Sinjar factions will hand over their weapons to the state.

2026-09-12

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Commander-in-Chief of the Iraqi Armed Forces, Ali al-Zaidi, announced on Friday that the Sinjar Resistance factions will begin handing over their weapons to the state, and that Mount Sinjar will be under the full authority of the federal government and its security and administrative institutions, stressing that Read more…

By order of al-Zaydi… A source reveals the reasons for closing land crossings bordering Iran and their temporary reopening for the return of Iraqis

By order of al-Zaydi… A source reveals the reasons for closing land crossings bordering Iran and their temporary reopening for the return of Iraqis

2026-09-12

Shafaq News – Baghdad
An informed source stated on Saturday that Prime Minister Ali al-Zubaidi has ordered the closure of the land border crossings adjacent to Iran as an economic punishment for the regime in Tehran after it was proven that it was involved in carrying out drone attacks targeting the East-West oil pipeline in Saudi Arabia, launched from Iraqi territory.

The source, in a statement to Shafaq News Agency, attributed the closure of these crossings to the smuggling of Read more…

“Gasoline crisis”: Anbar adopts odd-even system and prohibits overnight parking of vehicles

“Gasoline crisis”: Anbar adopts odd-even system and prohibits overnight parking of vehicles

2026-09-12

Shafaq News – Anbar
On Saturday, the Anbar branch of the Oil Products Distribution Company announced the adoption of an odd-even distribution system for vehicles in Anbar province.

The company stated in a statement received by Shafaq News Agency that the decision also includes preventing vehicles from parking overnight or being present in queues in front of fuel stations during nighttime hours. Read more…

The President of the Republic condemns the Saudi attacks: We reject the use of Iraqi territory for aggression.

The President of the Republic condemns the Saudi attacks: We reject the use of Iraqi territory for aggression.

2026-09-12

Shafaq News – Baghdad
President Nizar Amidi condemned on Saturday the attacks targeting Saudi Arabia, stressing that Iraq does not accept the use of its territory or airspace as a launching pad for attacks on neighboring countries.

Amidi said in a statement, which was received by Shafaq News Agency, that “protecting Iraq’s sovereignty and maintaining its relations with its regional environment is the responsibility of the state and its constitutional institutions.” Read more…

Parliamentary Finance Committee: The 2027 budget will include the regularization of some contracts.

Parliamentary Finance Committee: The 2027 budget will include the regularization of some contracts.

9-12-2026

The parliamentary finance committee announced on Saturday that there is progress regarding the 2027 budget, noting that it will include the regularization of some contracts. Committee member Jamal Kojar told Alsumaria TV that “discussions are ongoing regarding the 2027 budget, as the government has developed a program that is being continuously updated with data.” He explained that “there are ongoing meetings between the Ministry of Read more…

Ministry of Planning: We have completed the first draft of the investment framework for the 2027 budget.

Ministry of Planning: We have completed the first draft of the investment framework for the 2027 budget.

9-11-2026

The Ministry of Planning announced on Friday the completion of the first draft of the investment framework for the 2027 budget. It confirmed that the 2027 budget focuses on completing existing projects and prioritizing them according to achievement and need. Undersecretary of the Ministry of Planning, Maher Hammad Johan, stated in an interview with the official agency, the details of which will be published Read more…

Al-Moussawi reveals two problems facing the adoption of the national ID card in the upcoming elections

Al-Moussawi reveals two problems facing the adoption of the national ID card in the upcoming elections

9-11-2026

The Information/Baghdad…
MP Mukhtar al-Moussawi confirmed on Friday that the adoption of the unified national identity card in any future election cycle faces two main obstacles, noting that the matter will become clearer in the coming months.
Al-Moussawi explained to Al-Maalouma that “the use of the unified national identity card in elections was not a sudden decision, but rather one that has been presented to the Independent High Electoral Commission (IHEC) more than once. However, proceeding with it in the next phase encounters two Read more…

The political conflict in the region continues… Kurdistan remains without a government until further notice.

The political conflict in the region continues… Kurdistan remains without a government until further notice.

9-11-2026

Information/Report…
The Kurdistan Region continues to operate with a caretaker government, without reaching an agreement on forming a new government with full administrative powers. The two main parties in the region, the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan (PUK) and the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP), persist in their conflict without resolving the ongoing political crisis. Each party seeks to impose its will and vision on the other, and the situation appears to have Read more…