Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 4-11-2026

Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 4-11-2026

4-11-2026 Newshound Guru tishwash The House of Representatives adjourns its session after the election of the President of the Republic…so they are done for the day no vote on prime minister today but already they calling to choose the”right” prime minister… Read more…

Nizar Amidi to the Presidential Palace… Presidential settlement precedes government battle

Nizar Amidi to the Presidential Palace… Presidential settlement precedes government battle

2026-04-11

Shafaq News – Baghdad
Nizar Amidi’s arrival at the Peace Palace was not the result of a clear political moment or a complete consensus, but rather came after a series of meetings and deliberations that took place away from the public eye, at a time when Iraq was trying Read more…

Al-Badri is a compromise candidate within the coordination framework of the Prime Minister’s office.

Al-Badri is a compromise candidate within the coordination framework of the Prime Minister’s office.

2026-04-11

Shafaq News – Baghdad
A political source revealed on Saturday that Basim al-Badri is considered a compromise candidate within the coordination framework for the position of the next Iraqi Prime Minister, at a time when Read more…

The new Iraqi president, after taking the oath: We reject any violation of the country’s sovereignty.

The new Iraqi president, after taking the oath: We reject any violation of the country’s sovereignty.

2026-04-11

Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Saturday, the new Iraqi President, Nizar Amidi, stressed his rejection of any violation of the country’s sovereignty, while affirming his commitment to the principle of “Iraq First,” in his first statement after taking the constitutional oath. Read more…

“Islamabad negotiations”: Expectations of an extension for an additional day

“Islamabad negotiations”: Expectations of an extension for an additional day

2026-04-11

Shafaq News – Middle East
Iran’s Tasnim news agency suggested on Saturday that negotiations in Islamabad would be extended for an additional day to continue technical discussions, stressing that Read more…

Parliament requires the largest bloc to name the prime minister within 15 days

Parliament requires the largest bloc to name the prime minister within 15 days

2026-04-11

Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Saturday, Speaker of Parliament Hebat al-Halbousi called on the largest parliamentary bloc to nominate its candidate for prime minister within a maximum period of 15 days, stressing that Read more…

Who is Nizar Amidi, the new president of the Republic of Iraq?

Who is Nizar Amidi, the new president of the Republic of Iraq?

2026-04-11

Nizar Mohammed Saeed Amidi is a prominent Iraqi political figure who rose to prominence over the past two decades through his work in high-level state institutions, particularly the Presidency of the Republic, in addition to Read more…

The Iraqi parliament elects Nizar Amidi as president of the republic.

The Iraqi parliament elects Nizar Amidi as president of the republic.

2026-04-11

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Iraqi parliament elected Nizar Amidi, the candidate of the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan party, as the new president of the republic on Saturday.

Earlier today, the Iraqi parliament Read more…

The Speaker of Parliament has directed the publication of the names of those absent from the session to elect the President of the Republic.

The Speaker of Parliament has directed the publication of the names of those absent from the session to elect the President of the Republic.

4-11-2026

The Iraqi Parliament’s leadership directed on Saturday that the names of MPs absent from the session to elect the president be published.
An Al-Maalomah correspondent reported that “the Speaker of Parliament directed the publication of the names of MPs absent Read more…

Al-Bayati: Strong indications that the election of the President of the Republic will be decided during today’s session

Al-Bayati: Strong indications that the election of the President of the Republic will be decided during today’s session

4-11-2026

Information/Baghdad…
MP Mohammed al-Bayati confirmed on Saturday that all indicators point towards the election of the President of the Republic during today’s parliamentary session.
Speaking to Al-Maalouma, al-Bayati said, “Today’s session has a quorum, with Read more…

“Distrust prevails”: The Washington Post reports on the talks between Iran and the United States

“Distrust prevails”: The Washington Post reports on the talks between Iran and the United States

4-11-2026

The Washington Post reported on Saturday that long – awaited talks are set to begin in Islamabad, where the United States and Iran are seeking a way to end the war. The Iranian and American delegations arrived in Islamabad for talks on ending the war in Iran, days after Read more…

US media: Mojtaba Khamenei granted Qalibaf full authority to negotiate

US media: Mojtaba Khamenei granted Qalibaf full authority to negotiate

2026-04-11

Shafaq News – Follow-up
The New York Times reported on Saturday that the Iranian delegation currently in Pakistan has full authority to make decisions in Islamabad and is not required to consult with Tehran “given the sensitive and crucial nature Read more…

Meeting of the two Kurdish parties in Baghdad to discuss the selection of the Iraqi president

Meeting of the two Kurdish parties in Baghdad to discuss the selection of the Iraqi president

2026-04-11

Shafaq News – Baghdad
A parliamentary source reported on Saturday that the Kurdistan Democratic Party and the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan held a meeting in Baghdad to discuss the issue of choosing the president of the republic and the distribution of positions Read more…

The Iraqi parliament is holding a session to elect the president of the republic amid competition from 16 candidates for the position (update)

The Iraqi parliament is holding a session to elect the president of the republic amid competition from 16 candidates for the position (update)

2026-04-11

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Iraqi parliament began its session on Saturday to vote on a new president for the country, amid objections from some political forces due to the lack of consensus that usually precedes important and sensitive sessions.

A correspondent for Shafaq News Agency said that Parliament Speaker Read more…

Ahead of the Islamabad negotiations, ships and oil tankers are heading towards the Strait of Hormuz.

Ahead of the Islamabad negotiations, ships and oil tankers are heading towards the Strait of Hormuz.

2026-04-11

Shafaq News – Tehran
Shipping data and media reports on Saturday showed movements of ships and oil tankers toward the Strait of Hormuz, ahead of the start of negotiations between the United States and Iran in the Pakistani capital, Islamabad.

CNN reported that “a number of ships began heading Read more…

The “Rights” parliamentary bloc joins the ranks of those boycotting the session to elect the President of the Republic.

The “Rights” parliamentary bloc joins the ranks of those boycotting the session to elect the President of the Republic.

2026-04-11

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The “Rights” parliamentary bloc announced on Saturday that it was joining the blocs boycotting the House of Representatives session dedicated to electing the President of the Republic.

Parliamentary sources told Shafaq News Agency that the number of attendees Read more…

“Giant” tankers carrying Saudi and Iraqi oil leave the Gulf via the Strait of Hormuz

“Giant” tankers carrying Saudi and Iraqi oil leave the Gulf via the Strait of Hormuz

2026-04-11

Shafaq News – Follow-up
Three supertankers carrying crude oil from Saudi Arabia and Iraq were seen leaving the Arabian Gulf through the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday morning, indicating a “significant” increase Read more…

Parliament fails in the first round to elect a president and goes to the second round

Parliament fails in the first round to elect a president and goes to the second round

2026-04-11

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Iraqi parliament failed on Saturday to elect a president, as no candidate secured the required two-thirds majority in the first round of voting for the position.

Four candidates competed: Nizar Amidi from the Patriotic Union Read more…

Trump: We have begun clearing the Strait of Hormuz of mines.

Trump: We have begun clearing the Strait of Hormuz of mines.

2026-04-11

Trump – We have begun clearing the Strait of Hormuz of mines

Shafaq News – Middle East
US President Donald Trump announced on Saturday the start of clearing the Strait of Hormuz of mines, while stressing that the clearing is a service to countries including China, Japan, South Korea, France and Germany.

Trump said that Iran’s navy and air force had disappeared Read more…

First since the start of the war: US Navy ships pass through the Strait of Hormuz

First since the start of the war: US Navy ships pass through the Strait of Hormuz

2026-04-11

Shafaq News – Middle East
The American news website Axios reported on Saturday that US Navy ships had passed through the Strait of Hormuz that day.

Axios quoted a US official as saying that “US Navy ships crossed Read more…