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
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
9-12-2026
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.
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…
Bahrain refuses to participate in the “Strait of Hormuz meeting”: We will not meet with Iran.
2026-09-12
Shafaq News – Manama
The Bahraini Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed on Saturday that the Kingdom of Bahrain will not participate in what is being circulated in the media and social media platforms regarding a proposed ministerial meeting on the situation in the Strait of Hormuz, and that it will not be a party to any group meeting that includes Iran before Read more…
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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.
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…
Financial Times: Ship transit times in Hormuz set under US protection
2026-09-12
Shafaq News – Follow-up
The Financial Times revealed on Saturday that the United States has asked oil tankers crossing the Strait of Hormuz to sail at specific times of day, with the aim of ensuring military protection for them.
The newspaper explained, citing emails it had seen, that the United States has been providing air defense services since May to ships wishing to sail through a route that bypasses Read more…
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Details of the first Iranian-Gulf meeting on Hormuz with Iraq’s participation
2026-09-12
Shafaq News – Special Translation
The British website “ Amwaj ” revealed details of the Gulf-Iranian meeting that will be held in Muscat in two days with the participation of Iraq, to officially announce the Iranian-Omani plan to determine the route of ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, an idea that the Iranians say was proposed by Read more…
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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…
From Hormuz to Bab al-Mandab: The Houthis threaten the world’s trade and energy lifeline.
2026-09-12
Shafaq News – Follow-up
Global trade and energy are facing increasing pressure as the Houthis move closer to controlling one of the world’s most important sea lanes, coinciding with disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, putting energy and trade routes between Asia and Europe at risk of disruption and higher shipping and insurance costs.
According to a report by the American newspaper “The New York Times,” the Houthis made rapid field gains this Read more…
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The Central Bank of Iraq regulates the work of consultants and experts, and a source reveals government banking violations.
2026-09-12
Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Central Bank of Iraq has directed all government banks and licensed non-bank financial institutions to regulate the work of their consultants and experts, ensuring clarity of powers and responsibilities and preventing overlap between advisory tasks and executive roles.
The Central Bank confirmed in a circular that consultants working for financial Read more…
Trump: Iran is most likely behind the attack on the East-West pipeline in Saudi Arabia
2026-09-12
Shafaq News – Washington
US President Donald Trump suggested on Saturday that Iran was behind the attack on the East-West pipeline in Saudi Arabia, referring to the attack that Riyadh said the pipeline was targeted by drones coming from Iraq.
According to US media, Trump described the Saudi Crown Prince as a “good friend” of his, stressing that “everything will be fine.” Read more…
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“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.
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.
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…
Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 9-11-2026
9-11-2026 Newshound Guru Clare Article: “Al-Zaidi returns to the United States after a European tour, carrying three ‘hot’ files” Quote: “Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi intends to travel to the United States to participate in the work of the United Nations General Assembly, following the end of his European tour, which includes France and Germany, while indicating that there are efforts to arrange a meeting between him and US President Donald Trump…He is scheduled to meet with French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris on September 14, before moving on to Germany…the United Nations General… brings together leaders of states and governments, begins on September 22 and continues until September 26, before concluding on September 28” Read more…
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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
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.
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…
