IRAQI DINAR POLITICS & ECONOMY

The coordination framework warns against American interference in the selection of security ministries.

The coordination framework warns against American interference in the selection of security ministries.

6-25-2026

Information/Baghdad…
Ali al-Zubaidi, a member of the Coordination Framework, warned on Thursday of the dangers of American interference in the selection of ministers for the vacant ministries in Ali al-Zubaidi’s government.
Al-Zubaidi told the Information Agency that “there is increasing American pressure regarding the selection of the nine remaining ministers to complete Prime Minister Ali al-Zubaidi’s cabinet,” explaining that “America wants to choose ministers who align with its own interests, especially in Read more…

Al-Hamami calls for the formation of a national committee to audit local government contracts.

Al-Hamami calls for the formation of a national committee to audit local government contracts.

6-25-2026

The former MP, Arif al-Hamami, called on Thursday for the formation of a high-level national committee to audit all contracts concluded by local governments in recent years, warning of suspected financial and administrative corruption that could reveal “major surprises.”
Speaking to Al-Maalomah, al-Hamami said, “The scourge of corruption necessitates a firm response through a clear and systematic plan based on forming a high-level committee to audit all files and contracts concluded by local governments in various service sectors over the past years.”
He added, “There are suspicions of financial and administrative corruption Read more…

Al-Jubouri: Completing the cabinet is at the top of Parliament’s priorities

Al-Jubouri: Completing the cabinet is at the top of Parliament’s priorities

6-25-2026

Information / Special…
MP Iyad al-Jubouri, from the Azm Alliance, confirmed today, Thursday, that the Parliament is moving towards completing the cabinet and monitoring the implementation of the government program at the start of the next legislative session.
Al-Jubouri told the Information Agency, “The upcoming legislative session will witness parliamentary action to finalize the cabinet and fill the remaining Read more…

Parliamentary opposition: a “safety valve” preventing governments from slipping into the quagmire of corruption.

Parliamentary opposition: a “safety valve” preventing governments from slipping into the quagmire of corruption.

6-25-2026

Information/Special..
Political analyst Jassim Al-Moussawi confirmed today, Thursday, that the presence of a parliamentary opposition under the dome of parliament represents a “very healthy situation” for the political process, noting that previous experiences revealed the absence of a real and constructive opposition throughout the period of successive governments.

Al-Moussawi told Al-Maalouma that “the nature of the Iraqi parliament is based on understandings between political forces, which determine the selection of the three presidencies by Read more…

Iraq announces its “full” solidarity with Venezuela following two devastating earthquakes that struck the country.

Iraq announces its “full” solidarity with Venezuela following two devastating earthquakes that struck the country.

2026-06-25

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Iraqi Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed on Thursday its “deepest” solidarity and condolences to the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, following the two earthquakes that struck the country, resulting in a number of casualties and injuries, as well as the severe material damage inflicted on the affected areas.

The Ministry said in a statement that the Republic of Iraq, while sharing the feelings of sorrow of the government of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela and its friendly people in this painful circumstance, affirms its support Read more…

After the closure of Hormuz, how did Brazil become China’s oil savior at the expense of Iraq?

After the closure of Hormuz, how did Brazil become China’s oil savior at the expense of Iraq?

2026-06-25

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The “Iraq Future” Foundation for Economic Studies and Consultations confirmed on Thursday that what happened in the Strait of Hormuz during the month of March, as a result of the escalation of tensions in the region, was not just a passing logistical disruption, but a complete reshaping of the map of oil suppliers to the largest importer in the world.

Comparing China’s imports for the period (March–May 2026) with those of the previous year reveals a striking paradox: the value Read more…

Corruption is a system, not just individuals, and the big fish are too big to be caught by chance.

Corruption is a system, not just individuals, and the big fish are too big to be caught by chance.

2026-06-25 02:32

Ali Qasim Al-Kaabi
Every day, the media and social media platforms are rife with news of corruption, to the point that this shameful word has become commonplace, no longer eliciting the shock or surprise it once did. We have grown accustomed to hearing it hundreds, even thousands of times, in conversations at cafes, in government offices, in mosques, and even within homes and among family members. Thus, corruption has transformed from a phenomenon that demanded attention and accountability for its perpetrators into a normal part of daily life. Indeed, some corrupt individuals are now presented as influential and beloved figures Read more…

As confirmed by Shafaq News, Iraqi oil officials are threatening to withdraw from OPEC.

As confirmed by Shafaq News, Iraqi oil officials are threatening to withdraw from OPEC.

2026-06-25

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Iraqi Oil Ministry hinted on Thursday at the possibility of withdrawing from OPEC if the production level allocated to Iraq is not increased in line with its production capabilities and future needs.

Oil Ministry spokesman Salim al-Rikabi said in a comment seen by Shafaq News Agency, “The ministry currently has no intention of withdrawing from OPEC, and we remain Read more…

Iraqi Oil: OPEC responded to the review of production ceilings

Iraqi Oil: OPEC responded to the review of production ceilings

2026-06-25

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Iraqi Oil Ministry confirmed on Thursday that what was raised regarding Iraq’s threat to end its membership in the “OPEC” organization does not reflect the official position of the Iraqi government, noting that the organization and its allied countries responded to Baghdad’s approach regarding reassessing production ceilings in line with the sustainable production capacities of member states.

The ministry said in a statement, received by Shafaq News Agency, that the Prime Minister and the Iraqi government did not raise the issue of withdrawing from OPEC, but rather stressed the importance Read more…

The coordination framework reveals the truth about the move towards creating two new ministries within Al-Zidi’s government.

The coordination framework reveals the truth about the move towards creating two new ministries within Al-Zidi’s government.

2026-06-25

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The coordination framework revealed today, Thursday, the truth about the trend towards creating two new ministries within the ministerial cabinet of Al-Zidi’s government in the next few days.

MP Mukhtar al-Moussawi told Shafaq News Agency that “the news circulating about the decision to create two new ministries within the cabinet of Prime Minister Ali al-Zidi, namely the Ministry of Tourism and the Ministry of Governance, is still within the framework of ongoing discussions and studies, and there is no final decision on this matter, either from Read more…

Parliamentary Finance Committee: There is no longer enough time to finalize this year’s budget, and the government is moving towards preparing the 2027 budget.

Parliamentary Finance Committee: There is no longer enough time to finalize this year’s budget, and the government is moving towards preparing the 2027 budget.

2026-06-25

Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Thursday, Hussein al-Daraji, a member of the parliamentary finance committee, ruled out the possibility of the Iraqi government being able to finalize the budget for the current year due to the delay in its formation, noting that the current trend is towards preparing next year’s budget.

Al-Daraji told Shafaq News Agency that the remaining time in the second half of this year is insufficient for the government to prepare the 2026 budget for approval by the House Read more…

Rubio: Al-Zaidi sent good signals to Washington, and the issue of Iraqi sovereignty will top the agenda of his upcoming visit.

Rubio: Al-Zaidi sent good signals to Washington, and the issue of Iraqi sovereignty will top the agenda of his upcoming visit.

2026-06-25

Shafaq News – Manama
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio revealed on Thursday that Washington had received “good signals” from the Iraqi government headed by Ali Faleh al-Zaidi regarding the issue of armed factions, stressing that strengthening Iraq’s sovereignty would be the main focus of al-Zaidi’s upcoming visit to the US capital soon.

In response to a question from a reporter during a press conference held in the Bahraini capital, Read more…

Al-Zaydi: Fighting corruption is at the top of my priorities, and procedures have already begun in every ministry and department.

Al-Zaydi: Fighting corruption is at the top of my priorities, and procedures have already begun in every ministry and department.

6-24-2026

Prime Minister Ali Faleh al-Zaidi announced on Wednesday (June 24, 2026) that the relationship with the United States will shift from a military one to an economic partnership.

Al-Zaidi is scheduled to visit Washington in mid-July and meet with US President Donald Trump at the White House.

Al-Zaydi said in a press statement that: “Most factions have already begun handing over their weapons to the state,” indicating that “after the withdrawal of all American forces, there will be no Read more…

Al-Zaydi: There is no justification for the “resistance” to remain after the withdrawal of US forces.

Al-Zaydi: There is no justification for the “resistance” to remain after the withdrawal of US forces.

2026-06-24

Shafaq News – Baghdad
Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi said on Wednesday that there is no need for the “resistance” to remain after the withdrawal of US forces.

In his first media interview since taking office, with Hadley Gamble, IMI’s chief international broadcaster, he added that most armed factions have already begun handing over their weapons to the state, stressing that after the withdrawal of all American forces there will be no justification or need Read more…

State of Law: Al-Zaydi will not make any important economic decisions without the approval of the Coordination Framework.

State of Law: Al-Zaydi will not make any important economic decisions without the approval of the Coordination Framework.

6-24-2026

Information / Baghdad…
Former State of Law Coalition MP Rasoul Radhi confirmed that Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi will not make sensitive and important economic decisions without the approval of the Coordination Framework, noting that the Framework has its own conditions for making such decisions.
Radhi told Al-Maalouma, “There is an agreement within the Coordination Framework that important and crucial decisions made by the Prime Minister must be made in consultation with the Framework and after obtaining Read more…

Parliamentary Finance Committee denies any intention to raise the exchange rate

Parliamentary Finance Committee denies any intention to raise the exchange rate

6-24-2026

Information/Baghdad…
Member of the Parliamentary Finance Committee, MP Mudhar al-Karawi, confirmed on Wednesday that there is no current intention to raise the dollar exchange rate.
Al-Karawi told Al-Maalouma, “Until this moment, there are no confirmed indications from the government to proceed with raising the dollar exchange rate.” He pointed out that “the government and its financial arms are committed to stabilizing Read more…

MP: The session to complete the cabinet will be held after the end of the legislative recess, not before.

MP: The session to complete the cabinet will be held after the end of the legislative recess, not before.

6-24-2026

For Information / Baghdad…
Member of Parliament, Mukhtar al-Youssef, confirmed on Wednesday that the extraordinary session to complete the vote on the vacant ministerial posts in the cabinet will be held after the current legislative recess ends, not before, due to the lack of a final agreement on the candidates nominated by the political blocs.
Al-Youssef told the Information Agency, “Parliament will schedule the extraordinary session to complete the al-Zidi government during Read more…

Qatar is exploring the participation of Iraq and Iran in a Gulf meeting regarding Hormuz.

Qatar is exploring the participation of Iraq and Iran in a Gulf meeting regarding Hormuz.

2026-06-24

Shafaq News – Middle East
Reuters reported on Wednesday that Qatari Prime Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani discussed in Muscat the possibility of holding talks between Iran, the Gulf Cooperation Council, and Iraq regarding the Strait of Hormuz.

The agency quoted a source as saying that the talks between Iran, the Gulf states, and Iraq regarding Hormuz are separate from the talks between Iran and the United States. Read more…

Iraq calls on international companies to develop western gas fields and receive their dues following the Hormuz peace agreement.

Iraq calls on international companies to develop western gas fields and receive their dues following the Hormuz peace agreement.

2026-06-24

Shafaq News – Baghdad
Oil Minister Bassem Mohammed Khudair al-Abadi called on Wednesday for international companies working on developing oil and gas fields in Iraq to compete for the development of gas fields in the western region of the country.

This came during his attendance and sponsorship of the World Oil Companies Forum held at the Ministry of Oil building in the capital, Baghdad, as reported by Read more…

Al-Zaidi is rearranging the cards… an Armenian Christian to represent Iraq before Trump

Al-Zaidi is rearranging the cards… an Armenian Christian to represent Iraq before Trump

2026-06-24

Shafaq News – Special Translation
Baghdad’s selection of Krikor Der Hagopian, a US-educated Armenian Christian advisor, to be Iraq’s ambassador to Washington shows that Ali al-Zaidi’s government is trying to reset “US-Iraqi” relations and boost the country’s diplomatic image, as he will be the first non-Shiite Iraqi ambassador to Washington in decades. Read more…