The new Prime Minister: Confronting internal and external challenges and investing in economic potential are among our priorities.
2026-04-28
Shafaq News – Baghdad
Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zaidi affirmed on Monday evening that confronting internal and external challenges, assessing risks, and seizing opportunities will be among the “priorities” of his government program, noting that Iraq’s economic capabilities provide an opportunity to Read more…
Britain, France and Germany welcome al-Zaidi’s appointment as Prime Minister of Iraq
2026-04-28
Shafaq News – Baghdad
The United Kingdom, France and Germany welcomed on Tuesday the appointment of Ali al-Zaidi to form the new Iraqi government.
The British Embassy in Iraq expressed its wishes for al-Zaidi to “succeed in Read more…
“The relationship is good, but we will not support him.” Sadr’s first comment on al-Zaydi’s nomination
2026-04-28
Shafaq News – Baghdad
A prominent leader in the Shiite National Movement, led by Muqtada al-Sadr, commented on Tuesday on the nomination of Iraqi businessman Ali al-Zaidi for the premiership by the Coordination Framework.
The leader told Shafaq News Agency that “the movement and its leadership are still committed to the decision to boycott political work, and there are no secret Read more…
Al-Sudani affirms to Al-Zidi his full support for the success of the government formation mission.
2026-04-28
Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Tuesday, outgoing Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani received Prime Minister-designate Ali Falih Kazem al-Zaidi in a meeting to discuss the overall situation in the country and the region.
The media office of Al-Sudani stated in a statement received by Shafaq News Read more…
A strongly worded message to al-Zaydi: There is no legitimacy without revealing the killers of the protesters and the disappeared, and ending impunity.
2026-04-28
Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Iraqi Observatory for Human Rights warned Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zaidi on Tuesday against limiting the new government program to power-sharing and the distribution of positions, stressing that the real test for the next government begins with revealing Read more…
Baghdad and Erbil discuss unifying customs and generalizing the “ASYCUDA” system
2026-04-28
Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Tuesday, the federal government and the Kurdistan Regional Government discussed unifying customs procedures and regulating the work of border crossings throughout Iraq, during an expanded meeting hosted by the Border Ports Authority in Baghdad.
The authority said in a statement received by Shafaq News Agency that Read more…
The UAE announces its withdrawal from OPEC and OPEC+
2026-04-28
Shafaq News – Abu Dhabi
The United Arab Emirates announced on Tuesday its withdrawal from the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) and the OPEC+ alliance, with the decision to take effect on May 1, 2026.
The UAE stated in a statement seen by Shafaq News Agency that the decision Read more…
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Al-Zaidi is on the verge of becoming Prime Minister… Will he lead Iraq to stability or reproduce the crises?
2026-04-28
Amid the rapid political transformations in Iraq, the name of Ali Faleh Kazem al-Zaidi stands out as one of the most controversial and questionable figures, not only because of his sudden rise to the forefront of the scene, but also because of the nature of his background, which differs from the traditional pattern of men of power in the country.
According to recent Reuters reports, al-Zaidi is a prominent businessman with a wide network of interests in the financial and commercial sectors, placing him among the influential economic players who operate outside the traditional Read more…
The President calls on political forces to support the Prime Minister-designate
2026-04-28
President Nizar Amidi announced on Monday (April 27, 2026) that he has tasked Ali al-Zidi, the candidate of the largest parliamentary bloc, with forming the new government, confirming that the third stage of the constitutional entitlement has been completed without delay.
Amidi said in a statement that “based on our constitutional responsibilities, we Read more…
The President of the Republic tasks Ali al-Zaidi with forming the new government.
4-27-2026
The President of the Republic tasks Ali al-Zaidi with forming the new government. Read more…
According to the document, the Coordination Framework presents its candidate, Ali al-Zidi, to the President of the Republic for appointment as Prime Minister.
4-27-2026
According to the document, the Coordination Framework presents its candidate, Ali al-Zidi, to the President of the Republic for appointment as Prime Minister. Read more…
Following news of an agreement on a candidate for prime minister, the framework begins its meeting after a meeting of the presidencies.
2026-04-27 11:02
Following news of an agreement on a candidate for prime minister, the framework begins its meeting Read more…
Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 4-27-2026
4-27-2026 Newshound Guru Clare Article: ”Angry American messages to the framework’s leaders over ‘loyalty’: The partnership is threatened with collapse.” Quote: “Washington expressed surprise at al-Walai’s participation in a political meeting dedicated to choosing the prime minister, just hours after the US State Department announced a financial reward of up to $10 million for information leading to him.” Read more…
Al-Muslawi: The framework will announce its candidate for the position of Prime Minister unanimously tonight.
4-27-2026
Information/Special…
MP Firas al-Muslawi, spokesperson for the Reconstruction and Development Coalition, confirmed that the Coordination Framework will unanimously announce its candidate for the position of Prime Minister tonight.
Al-Muslawi told Al-Maalouma, “The Reconstruction and Development Coalition supports whoever is chosen within the Coordination Framework Read more…
“Friend of all”… Maliki and Sudani agree to pass Ali al-Zaidi as a compromise candidate
2026-04-27
Shafaq News – Baghdad
Political sources revealed on Monday that Nouri al-Maliki, head of the State of Law Coalition, and Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, the outgoing Prime Minister, agreed to nominate Ali al-Zidi as a compromise candidate for the premiership.
The sources told Shafaq News Agency that “Al-Zaydi enjoys extensive relations Read more…
The coordinating framework agrees to nominate Ali al-Zaidi for the position of Prime Minister.
4-27-2026
Information/Special…
Member of Parliament Mukhtar al-Moussawi revealed today, Monday, that an agreement has been reached within the Coordination Framework to nominate Ali al-Zidi for the position of Prime Minister of the new government.
Al-Moussawi told the Information Agency that “there is an agreement to Read more…
Among them are “military sanctions”… The Iraqi government issues directives to restrict weapons to the state.
2026-04-27
Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Monday, the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, issued decisions regarding restricting weapons to the state and taking firm measures against outlaws, as well as military penalties against those who fail in their duties from Read more…
Rubio: Division within the Iranian leadership is an obstacle to reaching an agreement.
2026-04-27
Shafaq News – Washington
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed on Monday that the division within the Iranian leadership has become an obstacle for Washington in reaching an agreement with them, stressing his rejection of imposing Iranian fees on the Strait of Hormuz.
Rubio said in an interview Read more…
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Al-Bayati raises three questions about the financial situation in Iraq.
4-27-2026
Information/Special…
On Monday, MP Mohammed al-Bayati raised three key questions about Iraq’s financial situation in light of recent regional developments.
Speaking to Al-Maalouma, al-Bayati stated, “Iraq relies on crude oil exports for over 90% of its revenue to secure its financial income and support the public treasury. This reality has become increasingly difficult Read more…
3 reasons behind postponing the coordination framework meeting to decide on the prime ministerial candidate
4-27-2026
Information/Baghdad…
On Monday, Uday Abdul-Hadi, a member of the Coordination Framework, identified three reasons behind the postponement of yesterday’s meeting, which was scheduled to finalize the selection of a prime ministerial candidate.
Abdul-Hadi told Al-Maalouma, “The forces within the Coordination Framework were united in holding an important meeting yesterday evening Read more…
