Chevron is negotiating for huge oil fields in Iraq as an alternative to Russian companies.

Chevron is negotiating for huge oil fields in Iraq as an alternative to Russian companies.

5-4-2026

A report by the oil and energy website Motley Fool, published Monday, confirmed that oil giant Chevron is steadily becoming a major player in Iraq, a move that could attract long-term investors.
The report, translated by Al-Maalomah News Agency, stated that Read more…

An American institute on al-Zaidi: Did the United States hand Iraq over to al-Khazali?

An American institute on al-Zaidi: Did the United States hand Iraq over to al-Khazali?

2026-05-04

Shafaq News – Special Translation
The Middle East Forum, an American think tank, linked the nomination of Ali al-Zaidi to form the new Iraqi government with the question of whether the United States had handed Iraq over to Qais al-Khazali, the Secretary-General of the Asaib Ahl al-Haq movement.

The American Institute explained in a report translated by Shafaq News Agency Read more…

Iraq’s financial revenues exceed 15 trillion dinars in two months

Iraq’s financial revenues exceed 15 trillion dinars in two months

2026-05-04

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Ministry of Finance revealed on Monday that the volume of Iraqi revenues in the federal budget during the months of January and February of 2026 exceeded 15 trillion dinars.

Shafaq News Agency followed up on the data and tables issued by Read more…

One hundred aircraft and 15,000 troops to carry out the American “Project Freedom” in Hormuz

One hundred aircraft and 15,000 troops to carry out the American “Project Freedom” in Hormuz

2026-05-04

Shafaq News – Middle East
The US Central Command announced on Monday the launch of “Project Freedom” in the Strait of Hormuz, with extensive military air support.

The Central Command said that “the operation is supported by more than 100 aircraft and 15,000 military personnel,” while US President Donald Trump confirmed that “Operation Project Freedom went into effect this morning.” Read more…

The dollar is approaching 200,000 tomans after Trump’s decision.

The dollar is approaching 200,000 tomans after Trump’s decision.

2026-05-04

Shafaq News – Tehran
The price of the US dollar in the Iranian free market approached the 200,000 toman mark on Monday, in one of the sharpest waves of decline for the Iranian currency, amid growing concern over escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz after US President Donald Trump announced a new move regarding Read more…

Kirkuk maintains 200,000 barrels per day as Kurdistan’s production declines

Kirkuk maintains 200,000 barrels per day as Kurdistan’s production declines

2026-05-04

Shafaq News – Kirkuk
Sources in the North Oil Company revealed on Monday that exports of approximately 200,000 barrels per day of Kirkuk oil continue, with operational measures being taken to compensate for the decline in quantities coming from the Kurdistan Region.

Sources told Shafaq News Agency that approximately 30,000 Read more…

The United States activates aerial surveillance over the Gulf.

The United States activates aerial surveillance over the Gulf.

2026-05-04

Shafaq News – Middle East
Flight tracking data on Monday showed a U.S. Navy MQ-4C Triton reconnaissance drone flying over the Arabian Gulf, following Washington’s announcement of an operation to secure the exit of ships from the Strait of Hormuz.

According to the data, the aircraft activated its transceiver at approximately Read more…

Al-Zidi informs the coordinating body of the date for presenting his cabinet for a vote.

Al-Zidi informs the coordinating body of the date for presenting his cabinet for a vote.

2026-05-04

Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Monday, MP Mohammed Al-Shammari, from the parliamentary services bloc, revealed new details regarding the date for submitting the ministerial cabinet of the new government and the mechanism for deciding on it within the House of Representatives.

Al-Shammari told Shafaq News Agency that Prime Minister-designate Read more…

Nechirvan Barzani to the leaders of the framework: We will provide all facilities to ensure the success of forming the government.

Nechirvan Barzani to the leaders of the framework: We will provide all facilities to ensure the success of forming the government.

2026-05-04

Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Monday, Kurdistan Region President Nechirvan Barzani discussed with leaders of the Coordination Framework in Baghdad the developments in the political process in Iraq and the efforts to form the new federal government.

The regional presidency stated in a statement that both sides emphasized Read more…

Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 5-3-2026

Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 5-3-2026

5-3-2026 Newshound Guru Jeff The United States is the last final only remaining country that still has sanctions on the country of Iraq. Notice how Iraq’s new prime minister nominee is a “Trump Jr.”. He’s a businessman. That’s because the US is having tremendous involvement in helping them form their government to achieve and remove political corruption and achieve political stability. They get a “Trump Jr.” in there, unbiased, non-politician businessman. Read more…

Al-Hakim calls for leveraging the international “acceptability” enjoyed by Al-Zaidi

Al-Hakim calls for leveraging the international “acceptability” enjoyed by Al-Zaidi

2026-05-03

Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Sunday, Ammar al-Hakim, head of the National State Forces Alliance, called for leveraging the regional and international acceptance enjoyed by Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zidi, stressing Iraq’s need for openness in a way that guarantees Read more…

“Vice President”… Al-Halbousi seeks the position amidst competition and “depletion of points”

“Vice President”… Al-Halbousi seeks the position amidst competition and “depletion of points”

2026-05-03

Shafaq News – Baghdad
A source in the political coalition uniting Sunni forces revealed on Sunday that the leader of the Progress Party, Mohammed al-Halbousi, is attempting to obtain one of the positions of Vice President of the Republic or Prime Minister, amid competition from Read more…

Following the Kurdistan tour, the Coordination Committee will meet tonight in the presence of Al-Zaydi.

Following the Kurdistan tour, the Coordination Committee will meet tonight in the presence of Al-Zaydi.

2026-05-03

Shafaq News – Baghdad
An informed source stated that the coordination framework will hold a meeting this Sunday evening, in the presence of Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zidi, to discuss the mechanism for forming the new government and the results of his recent Read more…

The US Treasury expects Iranian oil facilities to shut down due to full storage tanks.

The US Treasury expects Iranian oil facilities to shut down due to full storage tanks.

2026-05-03

Shafaq News – Washington
US Treasury Secretary Scott Besent predicted on Sunday that Iran would resort to shutting down its oil facilities within the next week, as storage tanks fill up as a result of the US naval blockade.

Besent told Fox News that “Iran is not getting much in return for its attempts to impose fees on ships,” adding that “oil prices will drop significantly Read more…

Saleh’s appearance: The stability of the parallel market is linked to the management of monetary policy and the availability of dollars.

Saleh’s appearance: The stability of the parallel market is linked to the management of monetary policy and the availability of dollars.

2026/05/03

The financial advisor to the Prime Minister, Mazhar Muhammad Saleh, presented today, Sunday, a brief analysis of the factors affecting the stability of the parallel exchange market in Iraq.
Saleh explained to Al-Furat News Agency that “the stability of the parallel market is affected by a number of direct and indirect factors, foremost Read more…

The Peshmerga deny halting US aid and await a new memorandum.

The Peshmerga deny halting US aid and await a new memorandum.

2026-05-03

Shafaq News – Erbil
The Ministry of Peshmerga in the Kurdistan Region denied on Sunday the validity of reports that spoke of the suspension of American aid to its forces, stressing that the support is still continuing in accordance with the joint memorandum of understanding signed with the US Department of Defense.

The ministry said in a statement to Shafaq News Agency that the rumors Read more…

A high-profile operation brings down the most prominent promoters of counterfeit foreign currency in the Middle Euphrates region.

A high-profile operation brings down the most prominent promoters of counterfeit foreign currency in the Middle Euphrates region.

5-3-2026

Al-Maalomah/Diwaniyah…
A security source revealed on Sunday that a high-profile operation led to the arrest of one of the most prominent distributors of counterfeit foreign currency in the Middle Euphrates region.
The source told Al-Maalomah that “intelligence efforts spanning three provinces contributed to identifying one of the most prominent Read more…

Parliamentary movement to lift the ban on “Telegram”

Parliamentary movement to lift the ban on “Telegram”

5-3-2026

Information/Baghdad…
MP Mudhar al-Karawi revealed on Sunday that there is a parliamentary movement aimed at lifting the ban on the Telegram application within the country.
Al-Karawi told Al-Maalouma, “The direct reasons for blocking the Telegram application are still unknown, but it came by a government Read more…

Al-Khafaji: Parliamentary consensus to finalize this year’s budget immediately after the government is formed

Al-Khafaji: Parliamentary consensus to finalize this year’s budget immediately after the government is formed

5-3-2026

Information / Baghdad…
Member of Parliament, Miqdad al-Khafaji, revealed on Sunday that political blocs intend to exert significant pressure on the incoming government to finalize the budget for the remainder of the current year. He emphasized the necessity of placing the financial file at the top of the Cabinet’s priorities Read more…

Maliki’s coalition calls for the formation of an advisory team to support al-Zaydi in running the state.

Maliki’s coalition calls for the formation of an advisory team to support al-Zaydi in running the state.

5-3-2026

Information / Baghdad…
On Sunday, Jassim Mohammed Jaafar, a leader in the State of Law Coalition, revealed concerns about the prime minister-designate’s ability to manage the country’s complex files, despite the declared political support he enjoys. He urged him to assemble a highly skilled advisory team.

Jaafar told the Information Agency, “There is genuine apprehension Read more…