Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 4-30-2026
4-30-2026 Newshound Guru Militia Man Even with the current political mess and regional tensions, Iraq’s reforms continue to move forward regardless. The push to expand electronic payments is gaining real momentum. This is vital work being done in the background, as it helps reduce dollarization, brings more of the informal economy into the formal system, and opens up new “virgin” Iraqi markets for small businesses and the unbanked population. Read more…
Al-Saadi: A third oil tanker has arrived at Basra ports.
4-30-2026
Information/Baghdad…
Former MP Baqir al-Saadi confirmed on Thursday the arrival of a third oil tanker at Basra ports to load large quantities of crude oil for export to international markets.
Speaking to Al-Maalouma, al-Saadi said, “Baghdad has succeeded in developing a plan to ensure the continued export Read more…
Nasif calls for a “media front” to prove Iraq’s oil and maritime rights with Kuwait
4-30-2026
Information / Baghdad…
MP Alia Nassif called on national media outlets on Thursday to play their role in publishing documents and maps that prove the Iraqi people’s historical rights to oil fields and maritime routes with Kuwait, stressing that this is an issue that directly affects the country’s sovereignty.
Nassif told the Information Agency, “Preserving Iraq’s oil wealth and maritime Read more…
MP: This year’s budget is a priority for the next government
4-30-2026
Information / Baghdad..
Member of Parliament, Miqdad al-Khafaji, confirmed on Thursday that the current financial and economic crises necessitate expediting the completion of the general budget, indicating that this file will be at the top of the agenda of the next government as soon as Read more…
The formation of the new government: between freedom of choice and the blackmail of political blocs
4-30-2026
Information / Report…
All eyes are on the Green Zone, awaiting the outcome of Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zaidi’s efforts to finalize the formation of the anticipated government. Crucial questions remain about his ability to escape the grip of Read more…
Grossi: Most of Iran’s enriched uranium is still inside the Isfahan facility.
2026-04-30
Shafaq News – Athens
The Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency, Rafael Grossi, revealed on Thursday the likely location of Iran’s highly enriched uranium stockpile.
Grossi told the Associated Press that “most of Iran’s stockpile of highly enriched uranium is still, most likely, at Read more…
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US extends deadline for Lukoil asset sale; Iraq among the most prominent assets offered
2026-04-30
Shafaq News – Baghdad / Washington
The U.S. Treasury Department has extended the deadline for energy companies to finalize deals to purchase Lukoil’s foreign assets to May 30, 2026, instead of May 1, in a move that reflects the continuing complications associated with sanctions imposed on the Russian energy sector.
The decision comes amid US pressure on Moscow over the war in Ukraine, Read more…
From Al-Faw to Europe: Iraq launches an investment race with “blue ammonia” as a future fuel.
2026-04-30
Shafaq News – Baghdad
The head of the Iraqi Investment Authority, Haider Makkiya, revealed on Thursday that the authority has decided to open the door to investment in “blue ammonia” in Basra Governorate in the far south of the country, noting that this substance has begun to witness a demand for its import, especially Read more…
“A heavy legacy”… What challenges does the Iraqi prime minister-designate face?
2026-04-30
Shafaq News – Baghdad
Since 2003, Iraq has witnessed profound political transformations that have directly affected the nature of the transfer of executive power, with a number of figures succeeding each other as Prime Minister within different internal and external contexts.
This path began with Iyad Allawi, who led the interim government after Read more…
Confirming what Shafaq News published, the “Reconstruction and Development” bloc aspires to five ministerial portfolios in the “Al-Zaidi” government.
2026-04-30
Shafaq News – Baghdad
Abbas Ahyal, a member of the “Reconstruction and Development” coalition led by (outgoing) Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, stated on Thursday that the coalition is entitled to no less than five ministries in the next Iraqi government, given that it is the largest bloc in the results of the last Read more…
Trump sparks controversy by naming the Strait of Hormuz “Trump Strait”
2026-04-30
Shafaq News – Washington
On Thursday, US President Donald Trump reposted an image on Truth Social in which he referred to the Strait of Hormuz as the “Trump Strait,” in a move described as a “new escalation,” coinciding with his issuing strongly worded threats to Iran.
This post comes after Trump posted an AI-generated image Read more…
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The Parliamentary Finance Committee vows to stop the “farce” of the 2025 budget schedules: a clear legal violation, and we will not vote for them.
2026-04-30
Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Thursday, MP Bassem Al-Gharabi, a member of the parliamentary finance committee, strongly criticized the Ministry of Finance for sending the 2025 budget schedules in April of 2026, considering this a “clear violation” of the law and a “clear breach” of the binding Read more…
Khamenei announces a “new administration” for the Strait of Hormuz that will bring “calm” to the region.
2026-04-30
Shafaq News – Tehran
Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei announced on Thursday a “new management” for the Strait of Hormuz that will bring “calm and economic benefits” to the region, stressing his country’s determination to Read more…
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The Central Bank of Iraq is discussing with Azerbaijan the opening of bank branches and the development of electronic payment systems.
2026-04-30
Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Thursday, the Governor of the Central Bank of Iraq, Ali Mohsen Al-Alaq, discussed with the Azerbaijani Ambassador to Baghdad, Eldar Selimov, the development of cooperation, including opening bank branches in both Read more…
Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 4-29-2026
4-29-2026 Newshound Guru Jeff Nothing is happening in Iraq till this government is done. That’s why they even came out a couple weeks ago saying Iraq’s 2026 budget will not get approved until the government is formed…We don’t have to wait for the prime minister to form his entire cabinet. He just needs to form the majority of his cabinet…and then it can go to a final parliamentary vote. Read more…
Shafaq News reveals the initial map for the distribution of ministries in Al-Zaidi’s government.
2026-04-29
Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Wednesday, an informed political source revealed the initial map for the distribution of ministerial portfolios in the government of Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zidi, indicating that the Reconstruction and Development Coalition, led by outgoing Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, is heading towards obtaining the largest share within the new cabinet, Read more…
Exclusive: Washington makes progress in relations with Baghdad contingent on “dismantling the factions”
2026-04-29
Shafaq News – Washington
Mustafa Hashim
A spokesman for the US State Department confirmed on Wednesday that dismantling Iraqi factions is a “key pillar” for making progress in bilateral relations between Baghdad and Washington.
The spokesman told Shafaq News Agency, “The US administration was very Read more…
An economist says it’s likely that a spending law and a budget for 2027 will be passed.
4-29-2026
Information/Baghdad…
Economic expert Dr. Safwan Qusay prefers enacting a special spending law for the remainder of this year and proceeding with the legislation of a budget for next year. Qusay told Al-Maalouma, “The remaining time of this year doesn’t necessitate enacting a budget law. It’s better to proceed with a special law Read more…
The Algerian explains the scenario for choosing Al-Zidi for the position of Prime Minister
4-29-2026
Information/Baghdad…
Abdul Rahman al-Jazaeri, head of the political body of the National Tribal Movement, explained the mechanisms and scenario behind the selection of Ali al-Zaidi for the position of Prime Minister.
Al-Jazaeri told Al-Maalouma, “There is a trend towards Read more…
A move to appoint 3 vice presidents, with Maliki at the forefront.
4-29-2026
Al-Maalomah/Baghdad…
Hashim al-Haboubi, a leader in the National Accord Movement, revealed on Wednesday a serious political move to reinstate the position of Vice President of the Republic and appoint three individuals to these posts. He indicated that the Speaker of Parliament alluded to this move publicly during Read more…
