Iranian media denies cancellation of Tehran’s negotiating delegation’s trip to Switzerland
2026-06-17
Shafaq News – Tehran
Iran’s official news agency, IRNA, denied on Wednesday reports that the Iranian negotiating delegation’s trip to Switzerland had been cancelled.
IRNA quoted a source as saying that “the decision-making authorities in Iran are still studying the mechanism for formalizing the memorandum of understanding.”
The source added: “There has been no change to the Swiss negotiations program, and the news circulating about Read more…
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The Central Bank denies raising the dollar exchange rate.
6-17-2026
The Central Bank of Iraq denied on Wednesday any intention to change the exchange rate of the US dollar.
In a statement received by Al-Maalomah News Agency, the bank categorically denied “the circulating news regarding any intention to amend the exchange rate of the Iraqi dinar.”
It warned against “circulating misleading news,” revealing that it had “detected a forged document circulating that claims a request was submitted Read more…
The Prime Minister’s advisor sets a date for the recovery of Iraqi oil.
6-17-2026
Information / Special..
The financial advisor to the Iraqi Prime Minister, Mazhar Muhammad Salih, stated on Wednesday that the return of Iraqi oil production and exports through the Strait of Hormuz to pre-war levels depends on the implementation of a package of technical and logistical requirements, foremost among them being the clearing of the vital waterway from sea mines.
Saleh told Al-Maalomah that “the Iraqi oil fields that were damaged as a result of the forced shutdown that exceeded three months need a period of time of about a month to be restarted,” noting that “this step remains conditional on Read more…
Nissan includes Najaf in its global plan and proudly considers Iraq a priority in the Middle East.
6-17-2026
Baghdad-Mail
Nissan confirmed that the Iraqi market is a priority within its Middle East strategy and global plan, noting that it will continue to strengthen its growth in Iraq “with full confidence” after opening a new branch in Najaf.
Al-Sour Company, the exclusive agent for Nissan cars in Iraq, said in a statement that it “opened a branch in Najaf in response to the growing demand for Nissan cars from customers in Iraq.”
Nissan Iraq CEO Al-Sour Ahmed Mushir Sharif said, “At Al-Sour, we don’t just trade cars, but strive to build Read more…
Al-Zaidi takes economic files to the White House
2026/06/17
In mid-July, Prime Minister Ali Faleh al-Zubaidi is preparing for an official visit to the United States, where he will meet with US President Donald Trump at the White House to discuss the future of bilateral relations between the two countries.
During his meeting with US President Trump’s Special Envoy, Tom Barrack, al-Zaidi reaffirmed the shared commitment of the Iraqi and US governments to a strong and mutually beneficial partnership capable of fulfilling the aspirations of the Iraqi people for a sovereign, secure, and prosperous future, and providing tangible benefits to both nations. Barrack conveyed President Trump’s anticipation of hosting al-Zaidi Read more…
Al-Asadi explains the purpose behind obstructing and delaying the completion of Al-Zidi’s cabinet.
6-17-2026
Information/Baghdad…
Haider al-Asadi, a member of the Azm Alliance, explained the motive behind some blocs whose candidates were approved obstructing the completion of al-Zidi’s cabinet.
Al-Asadi told Al-Maalouma, “There are disagreements regarding the remaining ministerial quotas. The Azm Alliance believes that some political forces are trying to throw a wrench in the works to complete the government formation.”
He added, “The aim behind obstructing the completion of the government is Read more…
Al-Lami: Talk about raising the dollar is incorrect.
6-17-2026
Information/Baghdad…
Independent politician Haider al-Lami, close to Nouri al-Maliki, head of the State of Law Coalition, denied any government intention or move to increase the value of the dollar against the Iraqi dinar.
Al-Lami told Al-Maalouma, “The talk circulating about a green light from the coordination framework or a government intention to increase or raise the value of the dollar against the dinar is untrue. There is absolutely no such intention.”
He added, “The government is carrying out its work normally and must Read more…
Turkmen movement to press for representation in the Prime Minister and Presidential positions
6-17-2026
The former MP, Fawzi Akram, revealed on Wednesday that Turkmen forces are mobilizing to ensure their active participation in Iraqi decision-making, particularly in the prime minister’s and president’s offices.
Speaking to Al-Maalomah, Akram stated, “Turkmen forces, parties, and movements have initiated a campaign on various levels to engage with political parties and movements from other Iraqi factions and groups, aiming to forge a unified stance that guarantees the rights of the third largest component of Iraqi society.”
He explained that “Turkmen are an integral part of the Iraqi fabric, and it is their right to be part of state institutions Read more…
Basra ports pump four million barrels of oil to two tankers
2026-06-17
Shafaq News – Basra
A source at Iraqi ports reported on Tuesday evening that two tankers are currently being loaded with four million barrels of Iraqi oil.
The source told Shafaq News Agency that “a Greek oil tanker and an Emirati tanker are currently being loaded with Iraqi crude oil from the southern Basra ports as part of the resumption of crude oil exports.”
He explained that each tanker carries Read more…
The Iraqi economy: Al-Zaydi’s ambition clashes with the reality of the “parasitic” private sector
2026-06-17
Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Iraqi government’s ambitious plan to privatize economic management and stimulate the private sector faces severe structural and legislative obstacles, amid official and economic warnings that the local market cannot absorb hundreds of thousands of new graduates, in a country suffering from one of the highest youth unemployment rates in the region.
The government of Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Faleh al-Zaidi seeks to lead a structural transition under the title Read more…
Financial expert: Expectations of a dinar devaluation are driving increased demand for the dollar and fueling speculation.
2026-06-17
Shafaq News – Baghdad
Financial expert and former Director General of the Central Bank of Iraq, Mahmoud Dagher, revealed on Wednesday that expectations of a reduction in the value of the Iraqi dinar in light of the economic situation and existing debts are driving an increase in demand for the dollar and a rise in its price in the local market.
Dagher added, in an interview with Shafaq News Agency, that statements and leaks related to the work of the Central Bank or the possibility of changing the exchange rate contribute to Read more…
NATO praises Washington: It prevented the Iranian nuclear threat
2026-06-17
Shafaq News – Brussels
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte described on Wednesday the United States’ move to prevent the Iranian nuclear threat and “undermine” Tehran’s missile capabilities as enhancing security for all.
Rutte said in a press statement: “We welcome the agreement that President Trump made with Iran.” Read more…
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Central bank reserves declined during the second quarter of 2026
2026-06-17
Shafaq News – Baghdad
Recent official data from the Central Bank showed a decline in the bank’s foreign reserves during the second quarter of this year.
According to data seen by Shafaq News Agency, the reserve amounted to about 118.947 trillion dinars on May 28, compared to 120.675 trillion dinars on May 21, a decrease of 1.728 trillion dinars, or 1.43%, indicating a continued Read more…
Nechirvan Barzani: The mind of stability amidst regional minefields
2026-06-17
Venus Baban
The geography of the Middle East, in its current complexities, is unlike any historical period that has passed. It is not merely a politically troubled geography, but a geography of fire in which lines of contact intersect, and over which the strategies of major powers intersect with the ambitions of regional powers. At the heart of this inflamed environment, the Kurdistan Region stands as a constitutional entity facing the challenge of survival and prosperity amidst a minefield stretching from Baghdad to Damascus, and from Tehran to Ankara.
In these critical historical moments, political success is no longer a matter of chance, but rather the product of a mind of stability and flexible pragmatism embodied by the President of the Kurdistan Region, Nechirvan Barzani, as the architect of a safe Read more…
Armies are no longer enough: the new world war is being waged from within the banks.
6-17-2026
Researcher Shatha Khalil*
For decades, wars were fought with armies, tanks, and missiles. Today, the most impactful battles are waged silently through banks, financial networks, economic sanctions, and data flows. The battlefield is no longer confined to military fronts; it has extended to the heart of the global financial system, where control over the movement of money can determine the fate of governments, economies, and even entire populations.
The growing role of private financial intelligence firms, such as K2 Integrity, raises a fundamental question: Is the mission of these companies limited to helping countries combat money laundering and financial crimes, or have they Read more…
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Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 6-16-2026
6-16-2026 Newshound Guru Clare Article: “Al-Zaidi at the White House in mid-July… Iraq and America reaffirm strategic partnership” Quote: “Barak conveyed President Trump’s desire to receive the Prime Minister at the White House in mid-July to discuss the future of this relationship.” Read more…
Barak’s mission: From confining weapons to the center to strengthening energy security in the region
2026-06-16
Ramzi Mirkani
The arrival of Tom Barrack, the US presidential envoy to Iraq and Syria, in Baghdad and his subsequent visit to Erbil, was not merely a routine diplomatic procedure on the US administration’s agenda. Rather, this visit, with its timing and the significance of the person undertaking it, represents a clear declaration of a fundamental shift in US policy toward Iraq; a shift from managing relations and political courtesies to managing decisive and critical decisions.
Tom Barrack (79), the billionaire investor of Lebanese descent and a close confidant of President Donald Trump, is not a traditional diplomat raised within the corridors of the State Department. He is a master dealmaker, fluent in Arabic, and Read more…
US forces arrive at Ain al-Asad base in Anbar
6-16-2026
Al-Maalomah/Anbar…
A security source in Anbar province revealed on Tuesday that a US force, supported by military vehicles, equipment, and fighter jets, arrived at Ain al-Assad Air Base in the western part of the province, accompanied by tight security measures.
The source told Al-Maalomah News Agency that “a US force arrived unexpectedly at the base, located in the al-Baghdadi district, amidst tight security and a lack of transparency regarding the nature of the mission or its objectives.” The source added that “the force was accompanied by warplanes and drones and Read more…
The real estate deal of the century… How did the Sudanese grant billions of dinars worth of land to cronies for a handful of dinars!
6-16-2026
Information / Special..
Informed sources revealed serious information about what they called the “real estate deal of the century” that took place during the era of former Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani. It involved distributing plots of land in the Al-Qadisiyah area, which is considered one of the most prestigious and expensive residential areas in the capital, Baghdad, to political, party, and journalistic figures close to the government, in a move described as a blatant exploitation of positions, manipulation of powers, and squandering of public funds to buy loyalties.
Sources told Al-Maalomah that residents of the Qadisiyah district confirmed the existence of suspicious land allocations granted as “presidential gifts” to influential figures Read more…
Ending the “militias” and the relationship between Erbil and Baghdad are on the table for Masoud Barzani and Tom Barrack
2026-06-16
Shafaq News – Erbil
Kurdish leader Masoud Barzani discussed with US President’s Special Envoy for Iraq and Syria, Tom Barak, on Tuesday, ways to enhance stability in Iraq and the Kurdistan Region. While Barak stressed the need for Baghdad to restrict weapons to the state and end the influence of “militias,” Barzani pointed to the importance of the federal government’s commitment to the principles of partnership, balance, and consensus within the framework of the constitution.
A statement from Barzani’s headquarters, received by Shafaq News Agency, stated that Masoud Barzani received Read more…
