Sheikh Humam Hamoudi and Al-Amiri call for preserving the framework’s cohesion and quickly completing the cabinet.
2026-05-16
The head of the Supreme Islamic Council, Sheikh Humam Hamoudi, and the Secretary-General of the Badr Organization, Hadi al-Amiri, called on Saturday for maintaining the cohesion of the framework and for the swift completion of the cabinet.
The Supreme Council said in a statement that “the head of the Supreme Read more…
Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 5-15-2026
5-15-2026 Newshound Guru Militia Man Parliament has successfully voted confidence in al-Zaidi as the new prime minister…After weeks of negotiation, Iraq finally has a functioning government…A stable government removes a major layer of uncertainty and give the economic ministries and the CBI operating room that they need. This is exciting because…this political piece has held things back…They’re moving forward in a constructive direction. It’s perfect. Read more…
Al-Zaydi’s “incomplete” government clashes with the equation of ruling under the influence of weapons.
2026-05-15
Shafaq News – Washington/Baghdad
The government of the new Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi entered the political scene through the gateway of incomplete parliamentary confidence, after the House of Representatives granted confidence to only 14 ministers, while nine sovereign and service portfolios remained pending, most notably Read more…
Al-Fahdawi: US pressure on Al-Zidi to choose ministers loyal to Washington
5-15-2026
Information/Anbar
On Friday, Mohammed al-Fahdawi, a leader in the Azm Alliance, warned of pressures he said the United States was exerting on Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zidi to influence the selection of members of the new cabinet.
Al-Fahdawi told Al-Maalouma that “the most prominent challenges facing Al-Zidi are the American Read more…
The framework is rearranging its cards… A five-party alliance led by Maliki and Amiri includes 75 MPs
5-15-2026
Information/Baghdad…
An informed political source revealed on Friday that a new political alliance, dubbed the “Alliance of the Strong,” is nearing official announcement. The alliance comprises approximately 75 members of parliament from prominent political forces within the Coordination Framework, in a move aimed at containing recent defections and preventing Read more…
MP: Ministers who did not gain the confidence of parliament, their replacement is on the table
5-15-2026
Information / Special..
MP Ali Faisal Al-Fayyad, from the Reconstruction and Development Coalition, confirmed Thursday, that “three names within the government cabinet of Prime Minister Ali Al-Zidi did not obtain enough votes to cross the required threshold, and therefore did not gain the confidence of the House of Representatives.”
Al-Fayyad told Al-Maalomah that the failure to grant confidence Read more…
An economist confirms the possibility of resorting to the central bank’s reserves to compensate for the deficit.
5-15-2026
Information/Baghdad…
Economic expert Dr. Safwan Qusay confirmed the possibility of resorting to the Central Bank of Iraq’s cash reserves, which exceed $90 billion, while simultaneously warning of the potential for inflation within Iraq.
Qusay told Al-Maalouma, “The Central Bank of Iraq’s reserves amount to $90 billion, in addition to 170 tons of gold. If borrowing from these Read more…
The coordinating framework will hold a meeting next week to discuss the outcomes of the vote on Ali al-Zidi’s government.
5-15-2026
The Information/Baghdad…
A member of the Coordination Framework, Uday Abdul-Hadi, confirmed on Friday that the Framework’s constituent forces will hold a meeting next week to discuss the results of the parliamentary vote on Ali al-Zidi’s government.
Abdul-Hadi told Al-Maalouma that “the Coordination Framework forces will hold an important meeting at the beginning of next week to discuss Read more…
The Al-Azm Alliance hints at political options after the vote on Ali Al-Zidi’s government.
5-15-2026
Information/Baghdad..
Sources close to the Al-Azm Alliance revealed on Friday the possibility of holding an important meeting within the next 24 hours to discuss the results of the vote on Ali Al-Zidi’s government, and the existence of an agenda to directly marginalize the alliance’s entitlement.
The sources told Al-Maalomah that “the Azm Alliance and its leaders are preparing to hold a very important meeting that includes all the leaders Read more…
Japan: We will cooperate with the al-Zaidi government to strengthen relations and stability in Iraq and the region.
2026-05-15
Shafaq News – Tokyo
The Japanese Foreign Ministry welcomed on Friday the formation of the new government in Iraq headed by Ali al-Zaidi, stressing that the Japanese government will cooperate with al-Zaidi’s government for the stability of Iraq and the Middle East.
The ministry spokesman, Kitamura Toshihiro, said in a statement carried by Read more…
Barak congratulated al-Zaidi on gaining the confidence of Parliament: We want bold action that aligns with our interests.
2026-05-15
Shafaq News – Washington
Tom Barrack, the envoy of US President Donald Trump, congratulated Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi on Thursday evening for securing parliamentary confidence and the approval of his government by the House of Representatives, expressing his hope for bold action in line with the common interests of Washington and Read more…
Following the passage of the al-Zaidi government, the Kurdistan leadership hopes for a new era in Baghdad.
2026-05-15
Shafaq News – Erbil
Kurdish leader Masoud Barzani and Kurdistan Regional Government Prime Minister Masrour Barzani congratulated Ali Faleh al-Zaidi on Thursday evening on gaining the confidence of the Iraqi Parliament and assuming the position of Federal Prime Minister, expressing their hope that the new government formation will contribute to the emergence of a new era that will raise the level of relations Read more…
Rubio: We will not make a bad deal with Iran and we did not ask for China’s help.
2026-05-15
Shafaq News – Washington
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio asserted on Friday that Washington would not make a “bad” deal with Iran and that Tehran possessing a nuclear weapon would mean permanent control over the Strait of Hormuz.
Rubio said in a press statement: “If we allow Iran to possess a nuclear weapon, it will permanently Read more…
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Al-Hakim calls for the completion of Al-Zidi’s cabinet: The vacant government cannot complete its work.
2026-05-15
Shafaq News – Baghdad
The head of the National State Forces Alliance, Ammar al-Hakim, urged on Friday that the vacant ministries in the new Iraqi government be filled quickly and that dialogues between political forces be intensified to resolve this matter.
Al-Hakim said in a statement issued by his office during his meeting with Read more…
Trump: China opposes Iran possessing a nuclear weapon
2026-05-15
Shafaq News – Washington
US President Donald Trump said on Friday that he would not object to Iran suspending its nuclear program for 20 years, provided it was a “real commitment”.
Trump added, according to Reuters, that his visit to China was “historic,” confirming that “major trade agreements” were signed Read more…
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Iraq faces a historic economic test: Will reform succeed in building an economy stronger than oil?
5-15-2026
Researcher Shatha Khalil*
In a country where more than 90% of government revenue comes from oil, any energy price crisis poses a direct threat to financial and economic stability. With Iraq’s population exceeding 45 million and the need for hundreds of thousands of new jobs each year, economic reform is no longer a political slogan or a temporary government plan; it has become a critical necessity for the country’s future and its ability to survive and remain stable Read more…
MP Muthanna al-Azzawi, from the Azm Alliance: What happened in the confidence vote session was deliberate to exclude some political blocs.
2026-05-15
MP Muthanna Al-Azzawi, from the Al-Azm Alliance, confirmed Thursday (May 14, 2026), that what happened during the vote on the cabinet was “planned to exclude some political blocs and prevent them from voting for their candidates.”
Al-Azzawi said in a press statement, “We congratulate Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi on gaining the confidence of the House of Representatives and we affirm our support for his government,” explaining that Read more…
Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 5-14-2026
5-14-2026 Newshound Guru Stephen If you hold the Iraqi dinar you are a very small select spirit led group of people…I don’t know what’s coming…There’s a lot of prophecies or a lot of opinions that we’re going to enter very hard times in the near future. I don’t know if or when that’s going to happen but I do believe this [Iraqi dinar RV] is going to create a lot of provision and abundance for a certain amount of people to get prepared… Read more…
MP: Ministers who did not gain the confidence of parliament, their replacement is on the table
5-14-2026
Information / Special..
MP Ali Faisal Al-Fayyad, from the Reconstruction and Development Coalition, confirmed today, Thursday, that “three names within the government cabinet of Prime Minister Ali Al-Zidi did not obtain enough votes to cross the required threshold, and therefore did not gain the confidence of Read more…
Al-Zidi’s first comment after gaining the confidence of Parliament
2026-05-14
Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Thursday, after gaining the confidence of the Iraqi parliament, Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi thanked the political forces, while stressing the need to move towards consolidating stability.
Al-Zaydi said in a post on the “X” platform: I extend my sincere thanks and gratitude Read more…
