The US Secretary of Defense calls al-Zaidi to discuss activating security cooperation.

The US Secretary of Defense calls al-Zaidi to discuss activating security cooperation.

2026-05-05

Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Wednesday, Prime Minister-designate Ali Faleh al-Zaidi received a phone call from US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, who congratulated him on being tasked with forming the new government.

This was stated in an Iraqi government statement received by Shafaq News Read more…

Axios: Washington and Tehran are nearing an agreement to end the war.

Axios: Washington and Tehran are nearing an agreement to end the war.

2026-05-06

Shafaq News – Washington
US officials said on Wednesday that Washington and Tehran are close to reaching an agreement on a one-page memorandum to end the war.

According to Axios, citing US officials, “The United States expects a response Read more…

A parliamentary proposal would require al-Zidi and his ministers to make a written pledge before gaining confidence.

A parliamentary proposal would require al-Zidi and his ministers to make a written pledge before gaining confidence.

2026-05-06

Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Wednesday, Ali Al-Sarai, a member of the “Reconstruction and Development” bloc, revealed that he had submitted a request to the Speaker of Parliament to add a clause to the government program that Prime Minister-designate Ali Al-Zidi would present, which would require nominated ministers to make a written pledge before being granted confidence. Read more…

Al-Kaabi responds to calls for the “disarmament” of Iraqi factions: This is a red line and will not be surrendered, even at the cost of lives.

Al-Kaabi responds to calls for the “disarmament” of Iraqi factions: This is a red line and will not be surrendered, even at the cost of lives.

2026-05-06

Shafaq News – Baghdad
Akram al-Kaabi, the leader of the Iraqi al-Nujaba Movement, responded on Wednesday to calls by the United States to “disarm” Iraqi factions, stressing that it is a “red line and will not be surrendered even if lives are sacrificed.”

In a post on the X platform, Al-Kaabi accused Israel of “direct Israeli incitement and provocation” of the US chargé d’affaires in Iraq to speak about Read more…

The Interior Minister announces the completion of the “concrete wall” on the Iraqi-Syrian border.

The Interior Minister announces the completion of the “concrete wall” on the Iraqi-Syrian border.

2026-05-06

Shafaq News – Baghdad
Interior Minister Abdul Amir al-Shammari announced on Wednesday the completion of the “concrete wall” along the Iraqi border with Syria.

Al-Shammari said during a ceremony held on this occasion, according to a statement received by Shafaq News Agency, that this project, which has been underway since 2022, represents the true “safety valve” for Iraq, as it puts Read more…

Revolutionary Guard: Crossing the Strait of Hormuz has become safe and stable.

Revolutionary Guard: Crossing the Strait of Hormuz has become safe and stable.

2026-05-06

Shafaq News – Tehran
The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy confirmed on Wednesday that safe and stable passage through the Strait of Hormuz has become possible with the removal of the threat from aggressors.

The Revolutionary Guard Navy thanked the owners of ships docked Read more…

A former US Army colonel predicts a “victory” declaration between his country and Iran as part of a settlement to end the war.

A former US Army colonel predicts a “victory” declaration between his country and Iran as part of a settlement to end the war.

2026-05-06

Shafaq News – Washington
Retired U.S. Army Colonel Miles B. Caggins III predicted on Wednesday that Washington and Tehran would continue to de-escalate tensions within the framework of the diplomatic track in preparation for announcing a comprehensive peace agreement Read more…

The Peshmerga demand to be included under the laws and privileges of the Iraqi forces.

The Peshmerga demand to be included under the laws and privileges of the Iraqi forces.

2026-05-06

Shafaq News – Erbil
On Wednesday, the Chief of Staff of the Ministry of Peshmerga, Lieutenant General Issa Ozeer, discussed with the members of the Security and Defense Committee in the Iraqi Parliament, Sherwan Dubardani and Chiman Barzani, the inclusion of the Peshmerga forces in the laws and privileges specific to Read more…

Trump: The operation will end if Iran agrees to the deal, otherwise there will be a larger bombing campaign.

Trump: The operation will end if Iran agrees to the deal, otherwise there will be a larger bombing campaign.

2026-05-06

Shafaq News – Washington
US President Donald Trump suggested on Wednesday that Tehran would agree to the deal to open the Strait of Hormuz, warning of a “bigger bombing” if it did not.

Trump said, “If Iran agrees to what has been agreed upon, then Operation Read more…

Iraq’s oil discounts: A forced maneuver or a strategic loss?

Iraq’s oil discounts: A forced maneuver or a strategic loss?

5-6-2026

Amer Al-Omran
In a market supposedly governed by cold, hard numbers, Iraq has delivered a bombshell that has turned the pricing rules upside down. Discounts exceeding $30 per barrel on Basra crude are not mere temporary reductions, but a clear indication that the oil market is no longer driven solely by supply and demand, but by risk, conflict, and influence. What is happening today is not traditional Read more…

A leader in the Anbar Alliance: The Ministry of Finance is fueling the disputes between Halbousi and Samarrai.

A leader in the Anbar Alliance: The Ministry of Finance is fueling the disputes between Halbousi and Samarrai.

2026-05-06

On Tuesday, Ibrahim Ali al-Dulaimi, a leader in the United Anbar Alliance, revealed that the Ministry of Finance had ignited the intensity of the disputes between the Progress Alliance, headed by Mohammed al-Halbousi, and Azm Muthanna al-Samarrai, as each of them claims that his party has the right to manage the Ministry of Finance. Read more…

Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 5-5-2026

Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 5-5-2026

5-5-2026 Intel Guru Reset Intelligence The Sin Dialogue Forum opens with one speaker…al-Alaq told the room cash imports of US dollars into Iraq have been cut from 14 billion to 4 billion. He said roughly 95 percent of dollar sales now move through the electronic platform, not through the cash currency-auction window that existed a year ago. He called the current financial situation less severe than 2014. He confirmed dollar transfers are covered daily without interruption, despite an oil-export halt that should be tightening every reserve in the country…The quiet work is not slow work. It is hidden work, by design. Read more…

Al-Moussawi: The consultations have not yet reached the stage of discussing cabinet names.

Al-Moussawi: The consultations have not yet reached the stage of discussing cabinet names.

5-5-2026

Information/Special…
MP Mukhtar al-Moussawi confirmed on Tuesday that consultations on forming the government have not yet reached the stage of discussing cabinet names, noting that the cabinet’s presentation for a vote in Parliament may be slightly delayed.
Al-Moussawi told Al-Maalouma that “meetings and discussions regarding Read more…

An economist warns of a severe financial crisis and suggests adjusting the dollar exchange rate.

An economist warns of a severe financial crisis and suggests adjusting the dollar exchange rate.

2026/05/05

Economic expert, Nabil Al-Marsoumi, warned of the seriousness of the financial situation in Iraq, pointing to a large financial gap and escalating challenges that threaten economic stability in the coming period.

Al-Marsoumi said, during his appearance on Read more…

A source reveals the Coordination Framework’s response to the Trump-Zaidi call.

A source reveals the Coordination Framework’s response to the Trump-Zaidi call.

2026-05-05

SumerianNews – Political
A political source revealed the nature of the Coordination Framework’s response to the US President’s call. Donald Trump and the prime minister-designate Ali Al-Zaidi.
And it was reported Asharq Al-Awsat newspaper The source stated that “the forces of the Coordination Framework remained silent regarding Read more…

The opening of Nasiriyah Airport in 2026 will be an important gateway for domestic and international flights.

The opening of Nasiriyah Airport in 2026 will be an important gateway for domestic and international flights.

5-5-2026

Information/ Dhi Qar..
Former member of the Parliamentary Services Committee, Baqir al-Saadi, confirmed on Tuesday that the opening of Nasiriyah International Airport will take place during the year 2026, noting that it will represent an important gateway for domestic and international aviation.

Al-Saadi told Al-Maalouma that “the project to establish Nasiriyah International Airport has reached its final stages,” noting that “within a short period Read more…

Iraq begins implementing the TIR international transport system

Iraq begins implementing the TIR international transport system

5-5-2026

The Ministry of Transport – General Company for Land Transport issued TIR Carnets on Tuesday, opening new horizons for international trade from Iraq. A statement from the Ministry , received by Al-Maalomah News Agency, indicated that “the Ministry of Transport – General Company for Land Transport, as the local guarantor of the TIR Convention in Iraq, has issued TIR Read more…

Coordination framework: 60 to 70% of the features of the next government have taken shape.

Coordination framework: 60 to 70% of the features of the next government have taken shape.

5-5-2026

Information/Baghdad –
Member of the Coordination Framework, Uday Abdul-Hadi, confirmed on Tuesday that between 60 and 70% of the features of the next government have crystallized in recent days, indicating that the names of the ministerial cabinet will be presented next week.
Abdul-Hadi told Al-Maalouma, “The meetings and discussions held Read more…

The Reconstruction and Development bloc determines its share in the next government.

The Reconstruction and Development bloc determines its share in the next government.

5-5-2026

Information / Baghdad…
Ali al-Fatlawi, a leader in the Reconstruction and Development Bloc, revealed on Tuesday that his bloc has finalized its allocation of five ministerial portfolios in the upcoming government, confirming that one of them is a key sovereign ministry.
Al-Fatlawi told the Information Agency that “the Reconstruction and Development Bloc will officially submit the names of its candidates Read more…

A source specifies the date for the vote on the new cabinet.

A source specifies the date for the vote on the new cabinet.

5-5-2026

Information / Baghdad…
A well-informed political source revealed on Tuesday that Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zaidi intends to submit his cabinet lineup to the Speaker of Parliament by the end of this week. The source also indicated that the Coordination Framework is working to secure Read more…