With 174.6 tons, Iraq has the third largest gold reserves in the Arab world.

With 174.6 tons, Iraq has the third largest gold reserves in the Arab world.

2026-03-22 01:50

Shafaq News – Washington
The latest official global gold reserves data for March 2026 shows that Iraq and five other Arab countries have combined reserves exceeding the 1,000-ton mark.

Saudi Arabia topped the list of Arab countries with a reserve of 323.1 tons, followed by Read more…

The Gulf Cooperation Council on Iran’s attacks: We reserve the right to respond in accordance with international law.

The Gulf Cooperation Council on Iran’s attacks: We reserve the right to respond in accordance with international law.

2026-03-22 01:31

Shafaq News – Riyadh
On Sunday, the Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council, Jassim Al-Budaiwi, renewed his condemnation and denunciation of Iran’s continued attacks on the GCC countries, stressing that they violate international law and norms.

Al-Badawi said in press statements that “the GCC countries retain their full right, Read more…

Al-Sudani on those who targeted the intelligence headquarters: A cowardly group that shed Iraqi blood, and we will not stand idly by.

Al-Sudani on those who targeted the intelligence headquarters: A cowardly group that shed Iraqi blood, and we will not stand idly by.

2026-03-22 02:48

Shafaq News – Baghdad
Prime Minister and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, condemned on Sunday the targeting of the headquarters of the National Intelligence Service in the capital, Baghdad, describing the perpetrators as a “cowardly group,” while urging political forces to take a “clear and explicit” Read more…

Iran’s representative to the Maritime Organization: Ships can pass through the Strait of Hormuz, with the exception of enemy vessels.

Iran’s representative to the Maritime Organization: Ships can pass through the Strait of Hormuz, with the exception of enemy vessels.

2026-03-22

Iran’s representative to the International Maritime Organization, Ali Mousavi, confirmed on Sunday that ships can pass through the Strait of Hormuz, with the exception of enemy ships. Mousavi stated that “ships, with the exception of ‘enemy’ ships, can pass through the Strait of Hormuz according to Read more…

Central Bank: New measures to address banks’ inability to deal in dollars

Central Bank: New measures to address banks’ inability to deal in dollars

2026-03-22

The Central Bank of Iraq announced on Sunday that it has taken several measures to address the problems of Iraqi banks that are deprived of dealing in dollars. The director of the transfers department at the Central Bank, Ahmed Dawood Salman, told the official agency that “the Central Bank is continuing its procedures with international auditing companies Read more…

Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 3-21-2026

Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 3-21-2026

3-21-2026 Intel Guru Frank26 Many things are lining up that point in the direction of adding value to the currency of Iraq. It’s too obvious…You’re going to have the formation of Iraq’s government. Hopefully in the same venue, you would have the formation of Iran, although that’s going to be more secondary. The formation of Iraq is what’s important first. Then you can go into the budget and look for that new rate…I feel extremely good in what I’m seeing. Read more…

US forces plan to establish two new bases in northern Iraq

US forces plan to establish two new bases in northern Iraq

3-21-2026

Information / Sulaymaniyah…
A responsible source in Sulaymaniyah province revealed on Saturday that US forces intend to establish two new bases in northern Iraq, in a move aimed at repositioning their forces in the country.

The source told Al-Maalomah News Agency that “American forces intend to establish two bases in the Sulaymaniyah and Duhok governorates in northern Iraq, Read more…

My predictions for current events in Iran and Iraq

My predictions for current events in Iran and Iraq

2026-03-21 07:55

Dr. Shwan Zangana
The events of the war on Iran that have taken place since the end of last month, as well as those that took place before it in the region, the statements of officials, and the lack of elements for the survival of the ruling regimes in the countries that have become an arena of conflict, whether they like it or not, have left me with an impression of what might happen in the region, and what I can deduce from expectations, which I have summarized as follows: Read more…

Iraqi Electricity Ministry announces resumption of Iranian gas flow: Production stabilizes at 14,000 megawatts

Iraqi Electricity Ministry announces resumption of Iranian gas flow: Production stabilizes at 14,000 megawatts

2026-03-21 06:45

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Ministry of Electricity announced on Saturday the resumption of Iranian gas flow to Iraq, while confirming the stability of electricity supply at 14,000 megawatts.

Ahmed Musa Al-Abadi, the ministry’s spokesman, said in a statement received by Shafaq News Agency that the electricity system is witnessing a state of planned Read more…

Following the rehabilitation of the Kirkuk-Fishkhabur oil pipeline, Baghdad is pulling the rug out from under the Kurdistan Region’s pressure.

Following the rehabilitation of the Kirkuk-Fishkhabur oil pipeline, Baghdad is pulling the rug out from under the Kurdistan Region’s pressure.

3-21-2026

Information / Report…
Amid the rapidly evolving geopolitical landscape that has swept the region since late February 2026, Iraq found itself facing a critical strategic test to ensure the continued flow of its sole economic lifeline. The repercussions of the regional situation imposed an indirect blockade on Iraqi oil exports Read more…

Azm calls on Parliament to use pressure tactics to resolve the issues of the presidency and the government.

Azm calls on Parliament to use pressure tactics to resolve the issues of the presidency and the government.

3-21-2026

Information / Baghdad..
On Saturday, Muhammad al-Fahdawi, a member of the Azm Alliance, called on the House of Representatives to exercise its oversight and political role by pressuring political forces to resolve the issue of the presidency and the formation of the new Read more…

Fitch: Oil prices will reach $120 if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed

Fitch: Oil prices will reach $120 if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed

2026-03-21

Shafaq News – Baghdad
In a recent report, Fitch Ratings predicted that the oil market would experience sharp fluctuations in 2026 if the Strait of Hormuz remained closed due to military tensions in the region.

The agency explained that the average price of Brent crude could reach Read more…

Wholesale dollar trading in Baghdad and Erbil has stopped due to the Eid holiday.

Wholesale dollar trading in Baghdad and Erbil has stopped due to the Eid holiday.

2026-03-21 00:12

Shafaq News – Baghdad/Erbil
The exchange rates of the dollar against the Iraqi dinar were not recorded on Saturday in the markets of the capital, Baghdad, as a result of the suspension of trading Read more…

Trump: We are considering reducing our military efforts in the Middle East!

Trump: We are considering reducing our military efforts in the Middle East!

2026-03-21

US President Donald Trump confirmed on Friday that America is considering reducing its military efforts in the Middle East. Trump said, “We are getting very close to achieving our goals and are considering reducing our military efforts Read more…

Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 3-20-2026

Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 3-20-2026

3-20-2026 Newshound Guru Militia Man Article: “SUMO: A PLAN TO EXPORT 900,000 BARRELS PER DAY IN COOPERATION WITH INTERNATIONAL COMPANIES” Iraq has been actively building alternative export routes…storage capacity, and domestic refining/self-sufficiency. These were planned years in advance. The government is now leveraging them to mitigate the impact of any prolonged Hormuz limitation or export slowdown. Read more…

Al-Saadi: The development path will secure at least half a million job opportunities.

Al-Saadi: The development path will secure at least half a million job opportunities.

3-20-2026

Information / Baghdad…
Former MP Baqir al-Saadi confirmed on Friday that the Development Road project will provide at least half a million job opportunities in its various phases, noting that the project is binding on all governments without exception.
Al-Saadi explained to Al-Maalouma that “the Development Road project has not stopped Read more…

Al-Karawi: Question marks surround the government’s failure to export oil through the Strait of Hormuz.

Al-Karawi: Question marks surround the government’s failure to export oil through the Strait of Hormuz.

3-20-2026

Information/Baghdad…
The head of the organizing body for the popular movement for the Belt and Road, Hussein Al-Karawi, questioned the reasons why the government has not exported Iraqi oil through the Strait of Hormuz.

Al-Karawi told Al-Maalouma, “There are question marks surrounding the Iraqi government’s refusal to export oil through the Strait of Hormuz, despite the Islamic Republic of Iran allowing the passage of ships and tankers carrying Iraqi oil, except for tankers Read more…

A politician stated that the ongoing war necessitates expediting the selection of the president and the formation of the government.

A politician stated that the ongoing war necessitates expediting the selection of the president and the formation of the government.

3-20-2026

Information/Baghdad…
Political analyst Qasim al-Tamimi believes that the ongoing war in the region necessitates expediting the selection of the president of the republic, and proceeding with the appointment of the prime minister and the formation of the new Read more…

Abdul Hadi: There are no Kurdish indications of a decision regarding the presidency.

Abdul Hadi: There are no Kurdish indications of a decision regarding the presidency.

3-20-2026

Information / Baghdad..
On Friday, Coordination Framework member Uday Abdul Hadi confirmed that there were no positive signals from the Kurdish forces regarding the resolution of the presidential post, noting that the constitutional timeframe Read more…

NATO withdraws its mission from Iraq due to the security situation.

NATO withdraws its mission from Iraq due to the security situation.

2026-03-20 06:39

Shafaq News – Baghdad
Agence France-Presse reported on Friday that NATO had temporarily withdrawn its mission from Iraq as the war in the Middle East continued, citing security officials in the Iraqi Joint Operations Command.

A command official said that “the NATO mission has left Union III base except for Read more…