Sudan issues directive to implement strategic oil pipeline project

Sudan issues directive to implement strategic oil pipeline project

2026-04-26

Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Sunday, the outgoing Prime Minister, Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, directed a special meeting to follow up on the Basra-Haditha multi-directional oil pipeline project, stressing the importance of implementing the strategic pipeline.

According to a statement received by Shafaq News Agency, the Ministers of Oil Read more…

Despite the Hormuz disturbances, six commercial vessels docked at the northern port of Umm Qasr.

Despite the Hormuz disturbances, six commercial vessels docked at the northern port of Umm Qasr.

2026-04-26

Shafaq News – Basra
On Sunday, the northern port of Umm Qasr witnessed the arrival of six multi-ton commercial vessels, indicating a marked improvement in maritime traffic and a gradual return of activity to the docks after a period of decline Read more…

Trump: Suspected shooter at media dinner was a “lone wolf”

Trump: Suspected shooter at media dinner was a “lone wolf”

2026-04-26

US President Donald Trump stated that he believed the suspect who stormed the White House Correspondents’ Dinner and opened fire was a “lone wolf,” saying, “In my opinion, he was a lone wolf,” and describing the man as “mentally disturbed.”

The US president added that he felt there was no Read more…

Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 4-25-2026

Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 4-25-2026

4-25-2026 Newshound Guru Stephen Whether you’re new to the Iraqi dinar, whether you’ve been in this for a long time like myself, if you’re an OG, then you know everyone is saying the same thing. We have never seen this amount of pressure being put on Iraq and it’s all good things. I don’t see how this could be negative in any way, shape or form for the Iraq dinar and pressuring them to finally add value to their currency… Read more…

Trump announces cancellation of Whitkopf and Kushner’s visit to meet the Iranian delegation in Islamabad

Trump announces cancellation of Whitkopf and Kushner’s visit to meet the Iranian delegation in Islamabad

2026-04-25

Shafaq News – Washington
US President Donald Trump announced on Saturday the cancellation of the visit of the US negotiating delegation with Iran to Pakistan.

Trump told Fox News: “I told negotiator Steve Wittkopf and Jared Kushner that they are not going to make an 18-hour trip to talk about nothing.” Read more…

The President wants a “strong” Iraqi dinar and an improved standard of living for citizens.

The President wants a “strong” Iraqi dinar and an improved standard of living for citizens.

4-25-2026

Baghdad-Mail
President Nizar Amidi urged the Central Bank of Iraq, Ali Al-Alaq, on Saturday to strengthen the Iraqi dinar and continue reforms, stressing the need to improve Read more…

The President of the Republic to the Governor of the Bank: The need to strengthen the Iraqi dinar and continue reforms

The President of the Republic to the Governor of the Bank: The need to strengthen the Iraqi dinar and continue reforms

2026/04/25

President Nizar Amidi stressed to the Governor of the Central Bank of Iraq, Ali Al-Alaq, on Saturday the need to strengthen the Iraqi dinar and continue reforms.
A statement from the Presidency of the Republic, received Read more…

Iraq is moving directly towards Washington regarding the dollar.

Iraq is moving directly towards Washington regarding the dollar.

2026-04-25

SumerianNews – Economy:
An informed source revealed on Saturday that a move Iraqi government Towards the United States directly regarding the dollar crisis.
Media outlets quoted the source as saying that “the government has opened direct channels of communication with the American side Read more…

How can Iraq address economic crises using gold?

How can Iraq address economic crises using gold?

2026-04-25

Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Saturday, economist Mohammed Al-Hassani revealed the benefits of Iraq possessing 174 tons of gold reserves, stressing that the yellow metal helps in confronting economic crises.

Al-Hassani told Shafaq News Agency that “the gold reserve places Iraq within Read more…

Once again, the coordinating framework postpones its meeting to decide on a candidate for prime minister.

Once again, the coordinating framework postpones its meeting to decide on a candidate for prime minister.

2026-04-25

Shafaq News – Baghdad
An informed source reported on Saturday that the coordination framework had postponed its meeting to decide on a candidate for prime minister.

The source told Shafaq News Agency that “the coordination framework decided to postpone its meeting, which was supposed to be held today, Saturday, due to Read more…

Al-Zarkoushi: Important understandings may lead to the success of today’s framework meeting in deciding on the prime ministerial candidate.

Al-Zarkoushi: Important understandings may lead to the success of today’s framework meeting in deciding on the prime ministerial candidate.

4-25-2026

Information/Baghdad…
On Saturday, Abdul Samad al-Zarkoushi, a member of the Coordination Framework, confirmed that important understandings had been reached in recent hours, which could lead to the success of the Framework’s meeting scheduled for this evening in Baghdad Read more…

“Al-Maalouma” reveals the real reasons behind the delay in deciding on the framework candidate for the premiership.

“Al-Maalouma” reveals the real reasons behind the delay in deciding on the framework candidate for the premiership.

4-25-2026

Information/Baghdad…
A source close to the Coordination Framework revealed on Saturday the real reasons that led to the delay in announcing the prime minister candidate, indicating that the core of the disagreements revolves around Read more…

The Sudanese bloc: The framework leaders will decide today on the “two-thirds mechanism” to finalize the issue of the prime ministership.

The Sudanese bloc: The framework leaders will decide today on the “two-thirds mechanism” to finalize the issue of the prime ministership.

4-25-2026

Information / Baghdad ..
The spokesman for the Reconstruction and Development bloc, Firas Al-Muslawi, confirmed on Saturday that the meeting of the leaders of the coordination framework scheduled to be held today will put an end to the ongoing dispute over the “two-thirds mechanism” for choosing Read more…

Exclusive: “Five ministries and no old files”: A meeting at Maliki’s house presents an offer to persuade Sudani

Exclusive: “Five ministries and no old files”: A meeting at Maliki’s house presents an offer to persuade Sudani

2026-04-25

Shafaq News – Baghdad
An informed political source reported on Saturday that a second meeting was held at the home of Nouri al-Maliki, leader of the State of Law Coalition, following a meeting of the Coordination Framework forces at Humam Hamoudi’s home on Friday evening, to discuss Read more…

Moves to launch a barter system for goods and services between Iraq and Iran

Moves to launch a barter system for goods and services between Iraq and Iran

2026-04-25

Shafaq News – Tehran
The head of the Iran-Iraq Joint Chamber announced on Saturday the establishment of a barter system for goods and services between Iran and Iraq as part of the Chamber’s strategic plans for this year.

The head of the chamber, Yahya Al-Ishaq, said in a statement seen by Shafaq News Agency Read more…

Parliamentary move to lift the ban on “Telegram” in Iraq

Parliamentary move to lift the ban on “Telegram” in Iraq

2026-04-25

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The State of Law parliamentary bloc on Saturday deemed the decision to block electronic applications, particularly the Telegram application, an incorrect and illegal measure, stressing that it would take action within the House of Representatives to compel the government and Read more…

Iraq maintains its third-place ranking in the Arab world in terms of gold reserves, ranking 29th globally.

Iraq maintains its third-place ranking in the Arab world in terms of gold reserves, ranking 29th globally.

2026-04-25

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The World Gold Council announced on Saturday that Iraq maintained its position among the largest holders of gold reserves globally, remaining in 29th place out of 100 countries, with reserves amounting to 174.6 tons.

Statistics reviewed by Shafaq News Agency showed that Read more…

Iran resorts to floating storage amid pressure on oil exports

Iran resorts to floating storage amid pressure on oil exports

2026-04-25

Shafaq News – Tehran
International reports on Saturday indicated that Iran is facing increasing pressure in its oil sector as storage capacity approaches its maximum limits, amid restrictions on its exports, prompting it to take emergency measures to avoid a production shutdown. Read more…

Saturday’s meeting: 5 names in the race for prime minister, and the decision is nearing.

Saturday’s meeting: 5 names in the race for prime minister, and the decision is nearing.

2026-04-25

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Reconstruction and Development Coalition, led by caretaker Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, revealed on Saturday that it is close to finalizing the coordination framework for its final candidate for prime minister, while an informed source stated that an upcoming meeting will Read more…

Araghchi informs Islamabad of his country’s position on the ceasefire

Araghchi informs Islamabad of his country’s position on the ceasefire

2026-04-25

Shafaq News – Tehran
On Saturday, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi discussed regional developments and the ceasefire issue with Pakistani Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif in Islamabad.

The Iranian Foreign Ministry said that “Araqchi explained during the meeting Read more…