IRAQI DINAR POLITICS & ECONOMY

Al-Muslawi: The framework is pushing for the vacant ministries to be filled in a “single package”.

Al-Muslawi: The framework is pushing for the vacant ministries to be filled in a “single package”.

7-21-2026

The spokesperson for the Reconstruction and Development parliamentary bloc, Firas al-Muslawi, revealed on Tuesday that there is parliamentary and political pressure from the Coordination Framework to vote on the candidates for the vacant ministerial posts as a single package. He indicated that resolving the issue requires consensus among the political blocs. Al-Muslawi told the Information Agency that “the Coordination Framework emphasized during its meeting on Monday evening the necessity of voting on the remaining ministerial candidates as a single package.” He explained that Read more…

Al-Moussawi: The 2027 budget will take into account reducing the deficit and maximizing revenues.

Al-Moussawi: The 2027 budget will take into account reducing the deficit and maximizing revenues.

7-21-2026

The Information Agency / Baghdad…
MP Ahmed al-Moussawi revealed today, Tuesday, the fate of the 2026 budget, confirming that the Parliament will vote on the schedules for the remainder of the current year, while the 2027 budget will be voted on at the beginning of next year.
Al-Moussawi told the Information Agency, “The current fiscal year is nearing its end, and therefore the Parliament will vote on the schedules for the remaining period Read more…

A deputy calls on al-Zaydi to launch a “new offensive” against senior corrupt officials.

A deputy calls on al-Zaydi to launch a “new offensive” against senior corrupt officials.

7-21-2026

The Information Agency / Baghdad –
MP Mahmoud al-Shammari called on Prime Minister Ali al-Zubaidi on Tuesday to launch a new campaign targeting high-ranking corrupt officials, stressing the need to continue pursuing corruption cases without exception.
Al-Shammari told the Information Agency, “The current stage requires taking more decisive measures to hold those involved in corruption cases accountable, especially the bigwigs who caused the squandering Read more…

Al-Zaydi directs the setting of a timetable for the practical commencement of the “Development Road”

Al-Zaydi directs the setting of a timetable for the practical commencement of the “Development Road”

2026-07-21

Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Tuesday, Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Faleh al-Zaidi directed that a clear mechanism be put in place to finance and implement the development road project, ensuring that practical steps are taken according to specific timetables.

This came during his reception of the Turkish Minister of Transport and Infrastructure, Abdulkadir Ural Oglu, and his accompanying delegation in the capital, Baghdad, according to a statement from Al-Zaidi’s office. Read more…

After a hiatus of more than two decades, the T1 terminal is ready to load and transport oil in western Iraq.

After a hiatus of more than two decades, the T1 terminal is ready to load and transport oil in western Iraq.

2026-07-21

Shafaq News – Anbar
The mayor of Al-Qaim district in Anbar, western Iraq, Turki Muhammad, announced on Tuesday the readiness of the T1 station for loading and transporting crude oil by tankers, with an operational capacity ranging between 40,000 and 50,000 barrels per day, after it had stopped working since 2003.

Mohammed told Shafaq News Agency that completing the station’s readiness represents an important step Read more…

Iraq receives 15 boats and 3 ferries from China; one of them can accommodate 500 passengers and 80 cars.

Iraq receives 15 boats and 3 ferries from China; one of them can accommodate 500 passengers and 80 cars.

2026-07-21

Shafaq News – Basra
The General Company for Maritime Transport, based in Basra, announced on Tuesday that it had received, as a first step, 15 modern marine vessels and three ferries as part of the first batch of a contractual agreement with the People’s Republic of China, within the framework of modernizing the Iraqi maritime fleet.

The company’s director, Captain Ahmed Jassim, said that the new fleet includes 15 tourist boats, in addition to two Read more…

Exclusive: Washington awaits “bold decisions” from Baghdad to implement new partnerships

Exclusive: Washington awaits “bold decisions” from Baghdad to implement new partnerships

2026-07-21

Shafaq News – Washington/ Mustafa Hashim
Safwan Al-Amin, a researcher at the Atlantic Council, described on Tuesday the recent visit of Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Faleh Al-Zaidi to America as very successful in demonstrating US support for the new Iraqi government.

In a statement to Shafaq News Agency, the Secretary General commented on the dimensions and outcomes of the visit, noting a mutual desire to build a stronger relationship between the two sides, particularly in the economic field. Read more…

India cancels loading of oil shipments from Iraq

India cancels loading of oil shipments from Iraq

2026-07-21

Shafaq News – Follow-up
Reuters reported on Tuesday that the Indian Oil Corporation had cancelled loadings of oil shipments from Iraq’s Basra terminal due to security tensions in the Strait of Hormuz and the ongoing war between the United States and Iran.

Reuters added, citing three informed sources, that another Indian state-owned refiner, Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited, had also cancelled plans to load an Iraqi oil shipment onto the Indian-flagged tanker Desh Gaurav. Read more…

Iraq and Turkey discuss developments in the development path during meetings in Baghdad.

Iraq and Turkey discuss developments in the development path during meetings in Baghdad.

2026-07-21

Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Tuesday, Iraqi Transport Minister Wahab al-Hassani discussed with his Turkish counterpart Abdulkadir Ural in Baghdad a number of joint cooperation files, most notably the Development Road project.

The Ministry of Transport stated in a statement received by Shafaq News Agency that Al-Hassani received the Turkish minister and his accompanying delegation in the capital, Baghdad, as part of an official visit by the Turkish side to Iraq. Read more…

Exclusive: Al-Zaidi’s files and agenda in Tehran

Exclusive: Al-Zaidi’s files and agenda in Tehran

2026-07-21

Shafaq News – Baghdad
A government source revealed on Tuesday the agenda of Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi during his official visit to Tehran, as well as the most prominent issues he will discuss with Iranian officials on Thursday.

The source told Shafaq News Agency that the two-day visit will address a number of issues, most notably de-escalation and bringing the views of Iran and the United States closer together with the aim of ending the war completely, in addition to discussing the Read more…

The Development Fund: Provides investment opportunities for the production of goods domestically valued at $40 billion.

The Development Fund: Provides investment opportunities for the production of goods domestically valued at $40 billion.

7-21-2026

The Iraqi Development Fund revealed on Tuesday that there are investment opportunities to produce goods worth $40 billion inside Iraq instead of importing them. The head of the fund, Muhammad al-Najjar, told the official agency that “the amount held by the fund is an investment amount, and is not allocated for use in the budgets,” explaining that “most of the budget items represent expenditures that are not expected to bring a return to the state, while the fund’s money is directed to investment projects that generate benefits Read more…

The Prime Minister’s advisor: Adopting the borrowing and grants law does not represent a permanent alternative to the budget.

The Prime Minister’s advisor: Adopting the borrowing and grants law does not represent a permanent alternative to the budget.

7-21-2026

The Prime Minister’s financial advisor, Mazhar Muhammad Salih, confirmed on Tuesday that the adoption of the borrowing and grants law is a temporary measure to ensure the continuation of spending until the budget is approved, and does not represent a permanent alternative to the general budget. He pointed out that the volatility of oil prices and the expansion of expenditures reinforce the need for borrowing to cover the deficit and secure the necessary Read more…

The Coordination Framework announces its support for the results of Al-Zaidi’s visit to Washington and its backing of the government.

The Coordination Framework announces its support for the results of Al-Zaidi’s visit to Washington and its backing of the government.

7-21-2026

The Coordination Framework announced on Monday its support for the results of Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi’s visit to Washington, stressing its support for the government in implementing the agreements.

A statement from the framework read, “The Coordination Framework held its 284th regular meeting this evening, Monday, in the presence of Prime Minister Ali al-Zubaidi and the leaders of the Coordination Framework. The attendees listened to a detailed presentation by the Prime Minister regarding the results of his recent official visit Read more…

Is Baghdad poised to steal the spotlight from Doha and Islamabad to lead the mediation efforts between Tehran and Washington?

Is Baghdad poised to steal the spotlight from Doha and Islamabad to lead the mediation efforts between Tehran and Washington?

7-20-2026

Information / Special..
Political analyst Dr. Majashaa Al-Tamimi confirmed today, Monday, that the anticipated regional tour of Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Al-Zaidi to Tehran and Ankara, which comes a few days after his visit to Washington and his meeting with US President Donald Trump, carries advanced strategic dimensions that go beyond traditional protocol norms.

Al-Tamimi told Al-Maalouma that “the timing of Al-Zaidi’s visit to Tehran following his meeting with Trump opens the door to the possibility of direct official mediation between Washington Read more…

Parliamentary movement to question al-Zidi and al-Abadi about the $60 billion agreements with Washington

Parliamentary movement to question al-Zidi and al-Abadi about the $60 billion agreements with Washington

7-20-2026

The Information Agency / Baghdad –
Member of Parliament Ahmed al-Shammari revealed on Monday that a broad parliamentary movement has garnered over 70 signatures from MPs to submit a formal request to summon Prime Minister Ali al-Zubaidi and Oil Minister Basim al-Abadi to Parliament.
Al-Shammari told the Information Agency that “the summons aims to compel the Prime Minister and the Oil Minister to clarify the nature of the agreements, contracts, and memoranda of understanding signed during their recent visit Read more…

Will Baghdad open the “postponed accounts” with the region and end the era of political compromises?

Will Baghdad open the “postponed accounts” with the region and end the era of political compromises?

7-20-2026

Information / Report…
The latest data from the Federal Integrity Commission indicates that indicators of public funds mismanagement and the recovery of smuggled funds have reached record levels. Meanwhile, oversight reports concerning border crossings, oil revenues, and civil servants in the Kurdistan Region continue to face legal and political obstacles preventing their full audit by the Federal Board of Supreme Audit.
This discrepancy in figures places decision-makers in Baghdad under increasing public and legal pressure, and raises the inevitable question in political and public circles: When will Read more…

Instead of a budget, the Iraqi parliament is moving towards passing a borrowing law.

Instead of a budget, the Iraqi parliament is moving towards passing a borrowing law.

2026-07-20

Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Monday, the parliamentary finance committee revealed that it had discussed the draft law on borrowing, grants and subsidies with Finance Minister Faleh al-Sari, stressing that the law would be an alternative to the 2026 general budget law, in preparation for its inclusion on the agenda of the House of Representatives.

The head of the parliamentary finance committee, Uday Awad, told Shafaq News Agency that “the committee hosted Al-Sari today to discuss a number of proposed laws, most notably the law on borrowing, grants and subsidies, which Read more…

“Welcome to Baghdad”: Trump gives al-Zaidi the key to regional de-escalation with Tehran

“Welcome to Baghdad”: Trump gives al-Zaidi the key to regional de-escalation with Tehran

2026-07-20

Shafaq News – Baghdad/Tehran/Washington
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Faleh al-Zaidi will travel to the Iranian capital, Tehran, next Thursday, in his first regional stop after his recent visit to the United States.

The visit carries an Iraqi initiative that seeks to contribute to containing the escalation between Washington and Tehran and opening a path for dialogue between the two sides, amid questions about Baghdad’s ability to play the role of mediator in a crisis Read more…

Iran awaits an “important” visit from al-Zaidi: We are working to preserve Iraq’s sovereignty.

Iran awaits an “important” visit from al-Zaidi: We are working to preserve Iraq’s sovereignty.

2026-07-20

Shafaq News – Tehran
On Monday, the Iranian Foreign Ministry described the upcoming visit of Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi to Tehran as “important,” stressing its commitment to preserving Iraq’s sovereignty, while renewing its warning against targeting American bases and depots in the region if they are used to launch attacks on Iranian territory.

Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Faleh al-Zaidi is scheduled to travel to the Iranian capital, Tehran, next Thursday Read more…

The US military announces the death of one of its soldiers in northern Iraq.

The US military announces the death of one of its soldiers in northern Iraq.

7-20-2026

The US military announced on Sunday evening that one of its soldiers had been killed in northern Iraq.

“Two U.S. service members were killed and another is missing in Jordan following an Iranian attack on July 17,” U.S. Central Command said in a statement. “After a thorough search, U.S. military forces located unidentified remains at the site earlier today. The process of examining the remains is ongoing Read more…