With the exception of Al-Aboudi and Al-Asadi, will Parliament succeed in removing the ministers of Al-Sudani’s government?
5-3-2026
Information / Baghdad…
A parliamentary source denied on Sunday the circulating reports regarding the reappointment of most ministers from the current (outgoing) government in the upcoming cabinet. The source revealed that there is a political veto on most of the names, with the exception of only two. Read more…
Was al-Zaidi’s selection an American deal to advance Washington’s interests in Iraq?
5-3-2026
Al-Maalomah/Anbar…
Anbar Alliance leader Mohammed al-Fahdawi revealed on Sunday that the selection of Ali al-Zaidi for prime minister was an American deal coordinated with certain leaders of political parties and blocs to serve US interests in Iraq.
Al-Fahdawi told Al-Maalomah News Agency, “The selection of Ali al-Zaidi for prime minister came about through an American deal previously prepared Read more…
“Investing in Iraq’s oil”: Ankara’s condition for concluding a new agreement with Baghdad
2026-05-03
Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Iraqi Oil Ministry revealed on Sunday that negotiations between Baghdad and Ankara are continuing regarding the resumption of oil exports, noting that there are differences related to the wording of the previous agreement, in contrast to a shared direction towards new investment projects Read more…
Parliament Speaker informs Shafaq News of a move to legislate on oil, gas, and the Popular Mobilization Forces.
2026-05-03
Shafaq News – Baghdad
The First Deputy Speaker of the Iraqi Parliament, Adnan Faihan, confirmed on Saturday that there is movement within Parliament to proceed with the legislation of a number of important and delayed laws, most notably the Oil and Gas Law and the Read more…
Shafaq News publishes the demands of the Kurdish forces in Sulaymaniyah submitted to the Prime Minister-designate
2026-05-03
Shafaq News – Sulaymaniyah
Shafaq News Agency obtained, on Saturday night into Sunday, a copy of a list of demands submitted by Kurdish forces in Sulaymaniyah Governorate, represented by the National Position Movement and the Kurdistan Justice Group, to Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zaidi, as part of their vision for the anticipated Read more…
With a record increase, Iraq becomes the fourth largest oil supplier to America, surpassing Saudi Arabia and Colombia.
2026-05-03
Shafaq News – Baghdad / Washington
Iraq’s oil exports to the United States saw a significant increase last week, pushing it to fourth place among the largest oil exporters to the American market.
According to data from the US Energy Information Administration, which was Read more…
Iraqi agriculture: Abundant egg production is guaranteed, and high prices are a “game of speculators”.
2026-05-03
Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Ministry of Agriculture denied on Sunday the existence of any “real” crisis in the production of food eggs, considering that the quantities produced locally are sufficient to cover the market’s needs, given the stability of poultry projects and their continued production at a regular capacity.
The ministry explained in a statement that the rise in prices is not based on Read more…
The return of dollar shipments… Has al-Zaidi won the bet of American trust?
2026-05-03
Shafaq News – Special Translation
Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zaidi succeeded in getting a quick response from the United States after he demanded the resumption of sending cash shipments in dollars to Baghdad.
According to the ” Center for Links Research and Strategic Studies ” institute, Read more…
“To protect citizens,” the Kurdistan Region’s Ministry of Interior bans trading in Forex and cryptocurrencies and threatens violators.
2026-05-03
Shafaq News – Erbil
The Ministry of Interior of the Kurdistan Region confirmed on Sunday the ban on trading in Forex and other digital currencies, based on the directives of the Central Bank of Iraq and the Ministry of Finance and Economy in the region, warning citizens Read more…
In the new government’s first test: Al-Zaidi secures the return of the dollar to Baghdad and ignites market anticipation.
5-3-2026
Researcher Shatha Khalil
In the first economic test for the new Iraqi government, Prime Minister-designate Ali Faleh Kazem al-Zaidi succeeded in securing a swift response from the United States after requesting the resumption of dollar cash shipments to Baghdad. This move carried both political and economic significance, reflecting the new government’s ability to establish early channels Read more…
Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 5-2-2026
5-2-2026 Newshound Guru Militia Man Article: “President Trump personally called Prime Minister designate Zaidi to congratulate him.” He extended an official invitation to him once the new government is formed…This is a good indicator coming from the United States, all the way to the top, after weeks of applying pressure to encourage a functioning government. Washington is now shifting towards engagement and support of Iraq. It gives Zaidi early legitimacy and helps reduce short-term external friction during the transition. I think he’s got a lot. Read more…
Qatar warns Iran against continuing to close the Strait of Hormuz: it jeopardizes the region’s interests.
2026-05-02
Shafaq News – Doha
On Saturday, Qatari Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani received a phone call from Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi, who stressed that closing the Strait of Hormuz would endanger the vital interests Read more…
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The Central Bank Governor denies halting dollar shipments and confirms: Salaries are secured.
2026-05-02
Shafaq News – Baghdad
The governor of the Central Bank of Iraq, Ali Al-Alaq, denied on Saturday that dollar shipments had stopped, stressing that transfers were continuing regularly and had not stopped, while confirming that employees’ salaries were “secured” no matter how Read more…
Nechirvan Barzani supports al-Zaidi in forming a “strong government” that meets the aspirations of Iraqis.
2026-05-02
Shafaq News – Erbil
On Saturday, Kurdistan Region President Nechirvan Barzani affirmed his full support for Prime Minister-designate Ali Faleh al-Zaidi in forming a “strong government” that meets the aspirations of Iraqis and enhances stability in the country.
Nechirvan Barzani said in a post Read more…
The Emir of Qatar invites Al-Zaidi to visit Doha
2026-05-02
Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Saturday, Prime Minister-designate Ali Faleh al-Zaidi received an official invitation to visit the State of Qatar from the country’s Emir, Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, after the formation of the new government.
The invitation came during a phone call in which the Emir of Qatar Read more…
Mansour warns of inflation that will erode salaries and calls for restructuring the financial hierarchy.
5-2-2026
Information/Baghdad…
Former MP Suzan Mansour warned on Saturday of a worsening cost-of-living crisis due to the inadequacy of current salaries in the face of soaring prices, especially as more than 30% of Iraqis now rely entirely on Read more…
Al-Bayati calls for a comprehensive financial evaluation, with figures, of the caretaker government.
5-2-2026
The Information Agency/Baghdad –
On Saturday, MP Mohammed al-Bayati confirmed that he had submitted a formal request to the caretaker government and the Iraqi Ministry of Finance to prepare a comprehensive assessment of the country’s financial situation, supported by figures and facts.
Al-Bayati told the Information Agency that “the financial file will be a top Read more…
The coordinating framework is holding an important meeting this week to discuss al-Zaydi’s cabinet.
5-2-2026
Information/Baghdad…
On Saturday, Uday Abdul-Hadi, a member of the Coordination Framework, revealed that the Framework will hold an important meeting this week to discuss the cabinet of Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zidi.
Speaking to Al-Maalouma, Abdul-Hadi said, “The last meeting Read more…
Conditional alliances and oil under scrutiny: How will Al-Zaidi rearrange the priorities of the Iraqi economy?
5-2-2026
Information/Baghdad…
Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zaidi faces a real test in outlining his government program, amid escalating parliamentary and political demands for a “revolution” in the management of oil wealth. While the prime minister-designate embarks on political tours to finalize his cabinet, the issues Read more…
Al-Saadi: Iran allowed Iraqi oil tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz
5-2-2026
Al-Maalomah/Anbar –
Economic expert Rashid al-Saadi revealed on Saturday that Iran has given the green light for Iraqi oil tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz to other countries, defying the US-Israeli blockade of the strait.
Al-Saadi told Al-Maalomah News Agency, “The Iranian government has given the green light for tankers carrying Iraqi oil Read more…
