IRAQI DINAR POLITICS & ECONOMY

Between the “official and parallel” exchange rates, Iraq is losing billions due to the gap in the dollar exchange rate.

Between the “official and parallel” exchange rates, Iraq is losing billions due to the gap in the dollar exchange rate.

2026-10-02

Shafaq News – Baghdad
Economic experts believe that the gap between the official exchange rate of the US dollar in Iraqi dinars and the parallel market rate in exchange bureaus is causing significant financial losses in the Iraqi market.

Many questions arise in this context, including why the price of the dollar consistently outperforms the Iraqi dinar in a country that possesses good oil reserves and considerable quantities of gold in the Central Bank of Iraq. Read more…

Tomorrow… warplanes in the skies of Iraq

Tomorrow… warplanes in the skies of Iraq

2026-10-01

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Security Media Cell announced on Thursday that the Air Force and Army Aviation Commands will conduct an “air show in the skies of glory and pride in Baghdad and the provinces,” starting at 10:00 AM on Friday.

In a statement received by Shafaq News Agency, the cell called on citizens to “participate in this joy and celebration, and to follow the displays of the heroic air force falcons as they adorn the skies of the homeland with the most beautiful Read more…

Fuad Hussein: Three factions have begun handing over their weapons, and Baghdad has expanded its electrical interconnection with countries in the region.

Fuad Hussein: Three factions have begun handing over their weapons, and Baghdad has expanded its electrical interconnection with countries in the region.

2026-10-01

Shafaq News – Washington
Mustafa Hashim
Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein revealed on Thursday a government plan that includes a timetable extending until June of next year to control the weapons of armed factions and integrate them, stressing that the implementation of the plan has already begun with the announcement by factions of their support for the Prime Minister’s policy and the handover of their weapons.

During his meeting with journalists at the Iraqi embassy in Washington, including a correspondent from Shafaq Read more…

A member of parliament reveals an Iraqi move to extradite individuals accused of corruption from 10 countries.

A member of parliament reveals an Iraqi move to extradite individuals accused of corruption from 10 countries.

10-1-2026

Information/Baghdad..
MP Yasser Iskandar Tawtoot confirmed on Thursday that Iraq is in contact with more than ten Arab and foreign capitals in order to bring back those involved in financial and administrative corruption cases, noting that the coming period will witness the resolution of important cases and put them on the path to resolution.

Watout explained in his interview with Al-Maalouma that “combating financial Read more…

Iraq receives a new shipment of US dollars from the United States

Iraq receives a new shipment of US dollars from the United States

10-1-2026

Baghdad-Mail
Government spokesman Haider al-Aboudi announced on Thursday that a new shipment of cash dollars had arrived in Iraq as part of understandings with the United States to ensure that foreign currency needs are met .

Al-Aboudi told the official media, as reported by “Mail,” that “a new shipment of cash dollars arrived in Iraq Read more…

Fox News publishes a photo of the withdrawal of the last American soldier and aircraft from Iraq.

Fox News publishes a photo of the withdrawal of the last American soldier and aircraft from Iraq.

10-1-2026

Fox News published a photo documenting the departure of the last American soldier and aircraft from Erbil Air Base, coinciding with the completion of the withdrawal of American forces and equipment from Iraq and the end of Operation Inherent Resolve in the country.

The US Central Command announced on Wednesday that the departure of US forces and equipment from Read more…

Al-Moussawi told Al-Maalomah: There is no final agreement on raising the dollar exchange rate.

Al-Moussawi told Al-Maalomah: There is no final agreement on raising the dollar exchange rate.

10-1-2026

Information/Baghdad..
MP Mukhtar Al-Moussawi confirmed on Thursday that there is no final agreement to raise the dollar exchange rate, while he pointed out that the country’s economic situation requires a strategy that maintains the stability of food prices and keeps them away from speculation, as well as creating a strategic reserve that takes into account the tensions in the region.

Al-Moussawi explained to Al-Maalouma that “until this moment, there is no clear government decision pushing for an increase in the exchange rate, Read more…

Post-US withdrawal: A politician outlines key issues for achieving Iraqi sovereignty

Post-US withdrawal: A politician outlines key issues for achieving Iraqi sovereignty

10-1-2026

Information/Baghdad –
Political analyst Sabah al-Akeeli asserted on Thursday that comprehensive security and stability for Iraq’s sovereignty will not be complete until the issue of all forms of foreign presence within Iraqi territory is resolved. This includes the Turkish forces, the Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK), and the Iranian opposition. He emphasized that the withdrawal of the US-led international coalition forces is insufficient to declare full sovereignty. Read more…

Al-Zarkoushi: Candidates for security ministries are before the Prime Minister… and a decision will be made within 10 days.

Al-Zarkoushi: Candidates for security ministries are before the Prime Minister… and a decision will be made within 10 days.

10-1-2026

Information/Baghdad..
Member of the Coordination Framework, Abdul Samad Al-Zarkoushi, confirmed today, Thursday, that the nomination of candidates for the security ministries has reached 90%, while he indicated that the file of the remaining ministerial portfolios in the government of Prime Minister Ali Al-Zaidi will be resolved within ten days starting from today.

Al-Zarkoushi explained to Al-Maalouma that “recent meetings between various Read more…

Fuad Hussein from Washington: The plan to restrict weapons will be presented within days.

Fuad Hussein from Washington: The plan to restrict weapons will be presented within days.

2026-10-01

Shafaq News – Washington
Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein confirmed on Wednesday evening that the Iraqi government has prepared a draft plan to restrict weapons to the state, indicating that it will be presented in the coming days and will include specific timeframes for its implementation.

This came during a dialogue session hosted by the Atlantic Council in the American capital, Washington, entitled “Iraq after September 30”. Read more…

Al-Zaydi: The government will work to disarm all non-Iraqi armed groups.

Al-Zaydi: The government will work to disarm all non-Iraqi armed groups.

2026-10-01

Shafaq News – Baghdad
Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi confirmed on Thursday the end of the international coalition’s mission in Iraq and the complete and final withdrawal of its forces by land, air and sea, noting the achievement of full and comprehensive national sovereignty, while renewing his government’s commitment to addressing the issue of weapons outside the framework of the state.

In a statement, Al-Zaydi described October 1st as “a serious start to addressing the issue of weapons outside Read more…

The disbursement of pensions for Iraqi retirees for the month of October has begun.

The disbursement of pensions for Iraqi retirees for the month of October has begun.

2026-10-01

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Iraqi Pension Authority announced on Thursday that it has completed the procedures for raising and disbursing the pensions for the current month of October, confirming that they will soon be available to beneficiaries.

The commission said in a statement received by Shafaq News Agency that the procedures related to the monthly salaries of retirees have been completed, Read more…

The Turkish army announces its withdrawal from a military base in Iraq that it has used for 11 years.

The Turkish army announces its withdrawal from a military base in Iraq that it has used for 11 years.

2026-10-01

Shafaq News – Ankara
The Turkish Ministry of Defense announced on Thursday its intention to withdraw from the Bashiqa-Zilkan military base in Iraq, which it has been using for 11 years, according to a timetable agreed upon with the Iraqi government.

In a statement seen by Shafaq News Agency, she said that the Bashiqa-Zilkan complex in Iraq, which has been used by the Turkish Armed Forces since 2015, will be gradually handed over Read more…

Starting next week, Al-Taif Bank announces cash withdrawals for its customers in the provinces.

Starting next week, Al-Taif Bank announces cash withdrawals for its customers in the provinces.

2026-10-01

Shafaq News – Baghdad
Al-Taif Islamic Bank of Iraq announced on Thursday that it has strengthened its branches in various governorates with cash and liquidity as part of the measures taken to regulate withdrawal operations and provide cash liquidity to customers.

In an official statement, the bank said that starting from the beginning of next Read more…

An armed faction proposes creating a new security ministry to join al-Zaidi’s “incomplete” cabinet.

An armed faction proposes creating a new security ministry to join al-Zaidi’s “incomplete” cabinet.

2026-10-01

Shafaq News – Baghdad
An informed source revealed on Thursday the possibility of creating a “new” security ministry within the current cabinet and voting on all remaining ministerial portfolios in a “single package,” while the National Approach parliamentary bloc suggested that the government formation would be completed next week.

The source told Shafaq News Agency that “one of the armed factions being negotiated with by Read more…

Iraqi Foreign Ministry: The end of the international coalition’s mission does not mean the end of cooperation.

Iraqi Foreign Ministry: The end of the international coalition’s mission does not mean the end of cooperation.

10-1-2026

The Iraqi Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated on Wednesday that the official end of the international coalition’s mission in Iraq does not mean the end of cooperation with friendly countries, stressing the Republic of Iraq’s commitment to continuing its efforts in combating terrorism.

In a statement, the Ministry said, “On the occasion of the official end of the mission of the international coalition Read more…

Al-Shammari announces an agreement within the framework and the state administration to complete the cabinet.

Al-Shammari announces an agreement within the framework and the state administration to complete the cabinet.

9-30-2026

Information/Special…
Maysar al-Shammari, a leader in the Hikma Movement, confirmed on Wednesday that an agreement exists between the Coordination Framework and the State Administration Coalition regarding the completion of the cabinet in the coming period. He indicated that several reservations that had hindered the participation of some political forces in the government have been addressed.
Speaking to Al-Maalouma, al-Shammari said, “There is an agreement between Read more…

A member of parliament calls for the removal of corrupt figures and the opening of major cases without favoritism.

A member of parliament calls for the removal of corrupt figures and the opening of major cases without favoritism.

9-30-2026

Information/Baghdad…
Member of Parliament Abdul Hamza Al-Khafaji called on Wednesday for oversight and judicial bodies to open and activate major pending financial and administrative corruption cases, stressing the need to pursue the big fish of corruption and recover the looted funds away from any pressures or political settlements.

Al-Khafaji told Al-Maalouma News Agency that “the current stage requires taking courageous and unconventional Read more…

With a discount of $28 per barrel, Iraq’s oil exports reach 3 million barrels per day.

With a discount of $28 per barrel, Iraq’s oil exports reach 3 million barrels per day.

9-30-2026

Information/Baghdad..
Oil expert Hamza Al-Jawahiri confirmed on Wednesday that Iraqi crude oil export rates have stabilized at 3 million barrels per day, noting that sales to foreign tankers are being carried out at a price discount of up to $28 per barrel, compared to global market prices, to avoid the consequences of Read more…

Al-Dulaimi: The next parliamentary session will witness a “parliamentary celebration” to pass the Popular Mobilization Forces law.

Al-Dulaimi: The next parliamentary session will witness a “parliamentary celebration” to pass the Popular Mobilization Forces law.

9-30-2026

The leader of the Azm Alliance, Fawaz Mohammed al-Dulaimi, confirmed on Wednesday that the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF ) bill will proceed to approval during the next parliamentary session. He predicted a “parliamentary celebration” in the chamber coinciding with the vote on the law, following its referral from the Council of Ministers to Parliament.
Al-Dulaimi told Al-Maalomah News Agency, “The PMF bill will soon see the Read more…