Iraq’s oil discounts: A forced maneuver or a strategic loss?
5-6-2026
Amer Al-Omran
In a market supposedly governed by cold, hard numbers, Iraq has delivered a bombshell that has turned the pricing rules upside down. Discounts exceeding $30 per barrel on Basra crude are not mere temporary reductions, but a clear indication that the oil market is no longer driven solely by supply and demand, but by risk, conflict, and influence. What is happening today is not traditional Read more…
A leader in the Anbar Alliance: The Ministry of Finance is fueling the disputes between Halbousi and Samarrai.
2026-05-06
On Tuesday, Ibrahim Ali al-Dulaimi, a leader in the United Anbar Alliance, revealed that the Ministry of Finance had ignited the intensity of the disputes between the Progress Alliance, headed by Mohammed al-Halbousi, and Azm Muthanna al-Samarrai, as each of them claims that his party has the right to manage the Ministry of Finance. Read more…
Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 5-5-2026
5-5-2026 Intel Guru Reset Intelligence The Sin Dialogue Forum opens with one speaker…al-Alaq told the room cash imports of US dollars into Iraq have been cut from 14 billion to 4 billion. He said roughly 95 percent of dollar sales now move through the electronic platform, not through the cash currency-auction window that existed a year ago. He called the current financial situation less severe than 2014. He confirmed dollar transfers are covered daily without interruption, despite an oil-export halt that should be tightening every reserve in the country…The quiet work is not slow work. It is hidden work, by design. Read more…
Al-Moussawi: The consultations have not yet reached the stage of discussing cabinet names.
5-5-2026
Information/Special…
MP Mukhtar al-Moussawi confirmed on Tuesday that consultations on forming the government have not yet reached the stage of discussing cabinet names, noting that the cabinet’s presentation for a vote in Parliament may be slightly delayed.
Al-Moussawi told Al-Maalouma that “meetings and discussions regarding Read more…
An economist warns of a severe financial crisis and suggests adjusting the dollar exchange rate.
2026/05/05
Economic expert, Nabil Al-Marsoumi, warned of the seriousness of the financial situation in Iraq, pointing to a large financial gap and escalating challenges that threaten economic stability in the coming period.
Al-Marsoumi said, during his appearance on Read more…
A source reveals the Coordination Framework’s response to the Trump-Zaidi call.
2026-05-05
SumerianNews – Political
A political source revealed the nature of the Coordination Framework’s response to the US President’s call. Donald Trump and the prime minister-designate Ali Al-Zaidi.
And it was reported Asharq Al-Awsat newspaper The source stated that “the forces of the Coordination Framework remained silent regarding Read more…
The opening of Nasiriyah Airport in 2026 will be an important gateway for domestic and international flights.
5-5-2026
Information/ Dhi Qar..
Former member of the Parliamentary Services Committee, Baqir al-Saadi, confirmed on Tuesday that the opening of Nasiriyah International Airport will take place during the year 2026, noting that it will represent an important gateway for domestic and international aviation.
Al-Saadi told Al-Maalouma that “the project to establish Nasiriyah International Airport has reached its final stages,” noting that “within a short period Read more…
Iraq begins implementing the TIR international transport system
5-5-2026
The Ministry of Transport – General Company for Land Transport issued TIR Carnets on Tuesday, opening new horizons for international trade from Iraq. A statement from the Ministry , received by Al-Maalomah News Agency, indicated that “the Ministry of Transport – General Company for Land Transport, as the local guarantor of the TIR Convention in Iraq, has issued TIR Read more…
Coordination framework: 60 to 70% of the features of the next government have taken shape.
5-5-2026
Information/Baghdad –
Member of the Coordination Framework, Uday Abdul-Hadi, confirmed on Tuesday that between 60 and 70% of the features of the next government have crystallized in recent days, indicating that the names of the ministerial cabinet will be presented next week.
Abdul-Hadi told Al-Maalouma, “The meetings and discussions held Read more…
The Reconstruction and Development bloc determines its share in the next government.
5-5-2026
Information / Baghdad…
Ali al-Fatlawi, a leader in the Reconstruction and Development Bloc, revealed on Tuesday that his bloc has finalized its allocation of five ministerial portfolios in the upcoming government, confirming that one of them is a key sovereign ministry.
Al-Fatlawi told the Information Agency that “the Reconstruction and Development Bloc will officially submit the names of its candidates Read more…
A source specifies the date for the vote on the new cabinet.
5-5-2026
Information / Baghdad…
A well-informed political source revealed on Tuesday that Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zaidi intends to submit his cabinet lineup to the Speaker of Parliament by the end of this week. The source also indicated that the Coordination Framework is working to secure Read more…
US military: We await Trump’s orders to resume fighting against Iran
2026-05-05
Shafaq News – Washington
US Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman Dan Keane confirmed on Tuesday that the military is ready to resume combat operations against Iran and is awaiting orders from President Donald Trump, noting that Operation Freedom aims to facilitate safe passage for international commercial vessels through the Strait of Hormuz, amid escalating tensions with Iran. Read more…
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The Pentagon to the Europeans: You deal with Russia and leave Iran to us.
2026-05-05
Shafaq News – Washington/Berlin
German officials revealed that the Pentagon recommended to its partners in Berlin to focus on NATO’s eastern flank, which is close to Russia, in exchange for the United States taking over the management of the Iran and Middle East file, amid escalating tensions between Washington and its European allies.
According to The Atlantic, American officials advised their European counterparts in a decisive tone to “mind your own business,” Read more…
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With demand nearing 105 million barrels per day, Iraq is strengthening its position among the world’s top oil suppliers.
2026-05-05
Shafaq News – Baghdad
Recent data from the International Energy Agency indicates that global oil consumption is currently stabilizing at a level close to 100 to 105 million barrels per day, with continued strong demand from major economies despite slowing growth in some regions.
According to the agency’s data, the United States tops the list Read more…
To counter the “shipping halt,” Iraq is offering oil discounts of up to $33 per barrel.
2026-05-05
Shafaq News – Baghdad
Iraq has decided to lower oil prices for buyers who choose to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, coinciding with escalating tensions and continued disruption to energy supply chains to the global market.
Bloomberg reported that Iraq is offering discounts on official oil prices of up to Read more…
Oil expert: Iraq needs to build external oil storage tanks instead of export pipelines
2026-05-05
Shafaq News – Baghdad
Oil expert Hamza al-Jawahiri said on Tuesday that Iraq needs to reconsider its oil export strategy by moving towards building oil storage facilities in consuming countries with a capacity of up to one billion barrels, instead of relying on extending export pipelines through neighboring countries.
Al-Jawahiri explained in an interview Read more…
Al-Khanjar: Nechirvan Barzani’s visit to Baghdad will have a positive impact on the political scene.
2026-05-05
Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Tuesday, Khamis al-Khanjar, leader of the Sovereignty Alliance, announced that an understanding had been reached with Kurdistan Region President Nechirvan Barzani and Progress Party leader Mohammed al-Halbousi to end the disputes and open a new phase of political cooperation.
Al-Khanjar said in a statement, which was received by Shafaq News Agency, Read more…
Nechirvan Barzani: Baghdad is our “strategic depth” and our problems should be resolved there.
2026-05-05
Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Tuesday, Kurdistan Region President Nechirvan Barzani expressed optimism about the possibility of resolving the outstanding disputes and issues between Erbil and Baghdad, while revealing the reason for his failure to meet with Iraqi President Nizar Amidi during his visit to Baghdad.
This came in a press conference he held after meeting with the head of the Iraqi Read more…
The Federal Court registers the first lawsuit challenging the validity of Al-Zaidi’s appointment
2026-05-05
Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Tuesday, the Federal Supreme Court registered the first lawsuit challenging the validity of the nomination of Prime Minister candidate Ali al-Zidi, filed by former MP Raed al-Maliki in his capacity as “a citizen and independent politician”.
Al-Maliki said in a video he made today in front of the court headquarters Read more…
United States: Iranian-backed militias are planning attacks inside Iraq
2026-05-05
Shafaq News – Baghdad
The U.S. Embassy in Baghdad warned on Tuesday that what it called “Iraqi terrorist militias allied with Iran” continue to plan attacks against American citizens and U.S.-related targets in Iraq, including the Kurdistan Region.
The embassy said in a security alert issued today that “Iraqi terrorist militias Read more…
