IRAQI DINAR POLITICS & ECONOMY

Baghdad: Weapons will be integrated into the legitimate security forces in conjunction with the end of the international coalition’s mission.

Baghdad: Weapons will be integrated into the legitimate security forces in conjunction with the end of the international coalition’s mission.

2026-08-27

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The spokesman for the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Major General Sabah al-Nu’man, confirmed on Thursday the strict adherence to the timetable set for ending the mission of the international coalition in Iraq by September 30, noting that the withdrawal of forces is proceeding “at an accelerated pace” in parallel with intensive plans to restrict weapons to the state.

Al-Nu’man said in a press conference attended by a correspondent Read more…

The Popular Mobilization Forces call for celebrations to mark the withdrawal of US forces at the end of next month.

The Popular Mobilization Forces call for celebrations to mark the withdrawal of US forces at the end of next month.

2026-08-27

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The media director of the Popular Mobilization Forces, Muhannad al-Aqabi, called on Thursday for celebrations of the withdrawal of US forces at the end of the month, considering it a “great achievement” for the government, while noting the continuation of disengagement procedures, especially with Asaib Ahl al-Haq and Saraya al-Sham.

Al-Aqabi said during a press conference, which was attended by a correspondent from Shafaq News Agency, that “the government has accomplished a great feat in achieving Iraqi Sovereignty Day on September 30,” adding, Read more…

Iraqi security forces announce the recovery of more than 93 billion dinars for the state treasury in six months.

Iraqi security forces announce the recovery of more than 93 billion dinars for the state treasury in six months.

2026-08-27

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The official spokesman for the National Security Service, Arshad al-Hakim, announced on Thursday the return of more than 93 billion dinars to the state treasury, and the seizure of $14 million and 12 billion dinars, which were deposited with the Central Bank of Iraq during the first half of 2026.

The governor stated in a press conference attended by a correspondent from Shafaq News Agency that 40 accused members and leaders of one of the fronts of the banned Baath Party had been Read more…

Baghdad and Erbil agree to tighten the noose on corrupt individuals and facilitate the execution of arrest warrants without geographical restrictions.

Baghdad and Erbil agree to tighten the noose on corrupt individuals and facilitate the execution of arrest warrants without geographical restrictions.

2026-08-27

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Federal Integrity Commission and the Integrity Commission in the Kurdistan Region announced on Thursday an agreement between the two bodies to tighten the noose on corrupt individuals and facilitate the execution of arrest warrants without geographical restrictions.

In a joint statement received by Shafaq News Agency, the two bodies affirmed their determination to “raise the level of cooperation and coordination between them, in accordance with Read more…

Those who expose corruption face more persecution than the corrupt themselves.

Those who expose corruption face more persecution than the corrupt themselves.

2026-08-27 02:51

Dr. Duha Al-Sadkhan
In societies plagued by corruption, the battle is not always between the corrupt and the law; sometimes it becomes a battle between those who expose wrongdoing and those who want to keep it hidden. Even more dangerous is when the voice of accountability becomes the accused, while questioning public funds, stalled projects, and environmental pollution is treated as a crime.

Corruption doesn’t begin with stealing money alone.

Corruption is not just about embezzlement or bribery. It can be Read more…

The spokesman for the Commander-in-Chief: We have not seen any rejection from the factions regarding the restriction of weapons.

The spokesman for the Commander-in-Chief: We have not seen any rejection from the factions regarding the restriction of weapons.

2026-08-27

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The spokesman for the Commander-in-Chief of the Iraqi Armed Forces confirmed on Thursday that there was no “rejection” by the factions to implement the decision to restrict weapons to the state, noting that the dialogues on this issue had “come a long way”.

Major General Sabah al-Nu’man told Shafaq News Agency that talks regarding restricting weapons to the state are ongoing, stressing that “we have not seen any rejection from the factions” regarding the issue. Read more…

A federal parliamentary committee hosts the Minister of Natural Resources in Kurdistan to discuss the oil file.

A federal parliamentary committee hosts the Minister of Natural Resources in Kurdistan to discuss the oil file.

2026-08-27

Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Thursday, the Oil, Gas and Natural Resources Committee of the Iraqi Parliament held a meeting during which it hosted the Minister of Natural Resources in the Kurdistan Region to discuss a number of issues related to the oil sector in the region.

Committee member Mohammed Ali Al-Nuaimi told Shafaq News Agency that “the meeting discussed the reality and mechanisms of managing and marketing oil products in the Kurdistan Region, as well as reviewing the most prominent challenges facing this file, and exploring ways to organize it in a way that achieves the public interest.”

He added that “those gathered also discussed the draft oil and gas law, Read more…

With the participation of 450 companies from 20 countries, the Erbil International Building and Construction Exhibition kicks off.

With the participation of 450 companies from 20 countries, the Erbil International Building and Construction Exhibition kicks off.

2026-08-27

Shafaq News – Erbil
The Erbil International Building and Construction Exhibition kicked off in Erbil on Thursday, with broad and comprehensive participation including more than 450 specialized companies representing 20 Arab and foreign countries.

The opening ceremony was attended by a large official delegation, including a number of government officials in the Kurdistan Region, along with heads of chambers of commerce and Read more…

Among them are the Popular Mobilization Forces and the Development Fund… Al-Zaydi calls for a “revolution” of laws and legislation

Among them are the Popular Mobilization Forces and the Development Fund… Al-Zaydi calls for a “revolution” of laws and legislation

2026-08-26

Shafaq News – Baghdad
Prime Minister Ali Faleh al-Zaidi affirmed on Wednesday that Iraq needs a “revolution” of laws and legislation, including those pertaining to the Popular Mobilization Forces and the Development Fund, while calling for enhanced cooperation between the executive and legislative branches.

The media office of Al-Zaydi stated in a statement received by Shafaq News Agency that the latter received the head of the Parliamentary Legal Committee, Ribwar Hadi Abdul Rahman, and its Read more…

Kurdish MP: No need for a new government, Barzani controls everything

Kurdish MP: No need for a new government, Barzani controls everything

8-26-2026

Information / Special..
Kurdish MP Ghalib Muhammad confirmed on Wednesday that the continued absence of the formation of the new government in the Kurdistan Region is due to the way the two ruling parties, the Kurdistan Democratic Party and the Patriotic Union, deal with the parliament, the judicial institutions and all other state institutions, and their control over their joints according to partisan and personal interests. Read more…

Al-Asadi: Corruption is leading vital sectors in Iraq to collapse

Al-Asadi: Corruption is leading vital sectors in Iraq to collapse

8-26-2026

Information/Baghdad…
MP Ahmed al-Asadi, from the Sadiqun parliamentary bloc, confirmed on Wednesday that corruption has exhausted the country and caused the collapse of several vital sectors, explaining that its repercussions have affected industry, investment, and infrastructure.
Al-Asadi told Al-Maalouma that “corruption in Iraq has exhausted the country and caused collapses in a number of sectors, including industry, investment, and other sectors and infrastructure.” Read more…

Abdul Hadi: September will decide the vote on the remaining ministerial portfolios.

Abdul Hadi: September will decide the vote on the remaining ministerial portfolios.

8-26-2026

Information/Baghdad…
Member of the Coordination Framework, Uday Abdul-Hadi, confirmed on Wednesday that the vote on the remaining ministerial portfolios in Ali al-Zaidi’s government will take place during September, through political consensus.
Abdul-Hadi explained to Al-Maalouma that “dialogues and meetings regarding efforts to create a comprehensive agreement to finalize the names of candidates for nine ministerial portfolios in Ali al-Zaidi’s government are still ongoing and progressing rapidly,” expecting “a Read more…

Oil for reconstruction: A parliamentary proposal to attract global companies and transfer technology

Oil for reconstruction: A parliamentary proposal to attract global companies and transfer technology

8-26-2026

The spokesperson for the Badr parliamentary bloc, Hamid al-Moussawi, called on the government Wednesday to adopt an oil-for-reconstruction mechanism as a solution to overcome economic challenges and accelerate the implementation of strategic projects in the country.
Al-Moussawi told the Information Agency that “Iraq possesses significant oil resources, and a portion of these could be invested in reconstruction and infrastructure projects, instead of burdening the budget with additional financial obligations.” Read more…

Tut: The 2027 budget will be the most complex since 2003… and there are 9 challenges awaiting resolution.

Tut: The 2027 budget will be the most complex since 2003… and there are 9 challenges awaiting resolution.

8-26-2026

Information/Special…
MP Yasser Watout confirmed on Wednesday that the 2027 budget will be the most complex since 2003, given the presence of nine major challenges, while emphasizing that the issue of salaries represents a “red line.”
Watout explained to Al-Maalouma that “direct meetings with the Ministry of Finance reflect the work being done to prepare the outlines of the 2027 budget, which we believe will be the most complex since 2003, especially given the nine direct challenges.” Read more…

A Western analysis presents Iraq as a model for applying Trump’s latest sanctions on Iran.

A Western analysis presents Iraq as a model for applying Trump’s latest sanctions on Iran.

2026-08-2

Shafaq News – Follow-up
The economic sanctions and recent threats made by US President Donald Trump against Iran have opened the door to much speculation about what will happen, how Washington intends to do to “strangle” Tehran economically, and what mechanisms can be employed to implement this.

Reuters addressed the issue from the angle of how Iraq could be a “model” for implementing US threats to exclude countries that continue to trade with Iran from the dollar-based financial system. Read more…

Election expert: Iraqi government’s proposal to adopt the national ID card violates election law

Election expert: Iraqi government’s proposal to adopt the national ID card violates election law

2026-08-26

Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Wednesday, election expert Duraid Tawfiq criticized the absence of constitutional and legal frameworks for the decision to adopt the unified national card in the voting process for the upcoming Iraqi elections.

In a statement, Tawfiq questioned how to reconcile Article (102) of the Constitution – which explicitly states that the Independent High Electoral Commission is an independent body subject to the oversight of the House of Representatives – with placing the voter registry under the control of a governmental body represented by the Ministry of Interior. Read more…

Minister of Transport: The development road is the artery of the 21st century and a turning point for Iraq’s economy.

Minister of Transport: The development road is the artery of the 21st century and a turning point for Iraq’s economy.

2026-08-26

Shafaq News – Baghdad
Minister of Transport Wahab Al-Hassani affirmed the ministry’s aspiration for Iraq to be the main nerve center for geo-economic connectivity between East and West, and the preferred logistics platform for global shipping companies.

This came during an interview he gave to the UAE’s English-language newspaper (The National), which publishes a specialized economic supplement covering multiple vital sectors.

Regarding the strategic development road project and its contribution to changing Iraq’s image from an oil- Read more…

Administrative reviews target Iraqi state-owned banks amid liquidity crisis and delayed salary payments

Administrative reviews target Iraqi state-owned banks amid liquidity crisis and delayed salary payments

2026-08-26

Shafaq News – Baghdad
An informed source revealed on Wednesday that comprehensive administrative assessments are being conducted in a number of government banks and financial institutions linked to the financial and economic sectors, coinciding with the financial crisis and the delay in paying employee salaries. The source indicated that files have been opened regarding the waste of public funds, the decline in liquidity, and information and reports that he described as “misleading” submitted by some departments to officials. Read more…

Following the end of the coalition’s mission, Zidane and the US chargé d’affaires discuss law enforcement and the arms embargo.

Following the end of the coalition’s mission, Zidane and the US chargé d’affaires discuss law enforcement and the arms embargo.

2026-08-26

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The President of the Supreme Judicial Council, Judge Faiq Zaidan, met today, Wednesday, with the Chargé d’Affaires of the US Embassy in Iraq, Joshua Harris.

A statement issued by the judiciary said that the meeting discussed judicial procedures after the end of the international coalition’s mission in Iraq on September 30, related to entities and individuals who carry weapons in violation of the constitution and the law, as Read more…

“My Account” gives Kurdistan employees until the end of August to receive their bank cards

“My Account” gives Kurdistan employees until the end of August to receive their bank cards

2026-08-26

Shafaq News – Sulaymaniyah
The “My Account” project team announced on Wednesday that August 31st has been set as the deadline for receiving bank cards and completing the procedures related to the project, warning that the salaries of employees who do not receive their cards within the specified deadline will be suspended.

The project team said in an urgent alert seen by Shafaq News Agency that only six days separate employees from the end of the deadline for receiving their bank cards, stressing that “any employee Read more…