Al-Hakim calls for leveraging the international “acceptability” enjoyed by Al-Zaidi

Al-Hakim calls for leveraging the international “acceptability” enjoyed by Al-Zaidi

2026-05-03

Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Sunday, Ammar al-Hakim, head of the National State Forces Alliance, called for leveraging the regional and international acceptance enjoyed by Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zidi, stressing Iraq’s need for openness in a way that guarantees Read more…

“Vice President”… Al-Halbousi seeks the position amidst competition and “depletion of points”

“Vice President”… Al-Halbousi seeks the position amidst competition and “depletion of points”

2026-05-03

Shafaq News – Baghdad
A source in the political coalition uniting Sunni forces revealed on Sunday that the leader of the Progress Party, Mohammed al-Halbousi, is attempting to obtain one of the positions of Vice President of the Republic or Prime Minister, amid competition from Read more…

Following the Kurdistan tour, the Coordination Committee will meet tonight in the presence of Al-Zaydi.

Following the Kurdistan tour, the Coordination Committee will meet tonight in the presence of Al-Zaydi.

2026-05-03

Shafaq News – Baghdad
An informed source stated that the coordination framework will hold a meeting this Sunday evening, in the presence of Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zidi, to discuss the mechanism for forming the new government and the results of his recent Read more…

The US Treasury expects Iranian oil facilities to shut down due to full storage tanks.

The US Treasury expects Iranian oil facilities to shut down due to full storage tanks.

2026-05-03

Shafaq News – Washington
US Treasury Secretary Scott Besent predicted on Sunday that Iran would resort to shutting down its oil facilities within the next week, as storage tanks fill up as a result of the US naval blockade.

Besent told Fox News that “Iran is not getting much in return for its attempts to impose fees on ships,” adding that “oil prices will drop significantly Read more…

Saleh’s appearance: The stability of the parallel market is linked to the management of monetary policy and the availability of dollars.

Saleh’s appearance: The stability of the parallel market is linked to the management of monetary policy and the availability of dollars.

2026/05/03

The financial advisor to the Prime Minister, Mazhar Muhammad Saleh, presented today, Sunday, a brief analysis of the factors affecting the stability of the parallel exchange market in Iraq.
Saleh explained to Al-Furat News Agency that “the stability of the parallel market is affected by a number of direct and indirect factors, foremost Read more…

The Peshmerga deny halting US aid and await a new memorandum.

The Peshmerga deny halting US aid and await a new memorandum.

2026-05-03

Shafaq News – Erbil
The Ministry of Peshmerga in the Kurdistan Region denied on Sunday the validity of reports that spoke of the suspension of American aid to its forces, stressing that the support is still continuing in accordance with the joint memorandum of understanding signed with the US Department of Defense.

The ministry said in a statement to Shafaq News Agency that the rumors Read more…

A high-profile operation brings down the most prominent promoters of counterfeit foreign currency in the Middle Euphrates region.

A high-profile operation brings down the most prominent promoters of counterfeit foreign currency in the Middle Euphrates region.

5-3-2026

Al-Maalomah/Diwaniyah…
A security source revealed on Sunday that a high-profile operation led to the arrest of one of the most prominent distributors of counterfeit foreign currency in the Middle Euphrates region.
The source told Al-Maalomah that “intelligence efforts spanning three provinces contributed to identifying one of the most prominent Read more…

Parliamentary movement to lift the ban on “Telegram”

Parliamentary movement to lift the ban on “Telegram”

5-3-2026

Information/Baghdad…
MP Mudhar al-Karawi revealed on Sunday that there is a parliamentary movement aimed at lifting the ban on the Telegram application within the country.
Al-Karawi told Al-Maalouma, “The direct reasons for blocking the Telegram application are still unknown, but it came by a government Read more…

Al-Khafaji: Parliamentary consensus to finalize this year’s budget immediately after the government is formed

Al-Khafaji: Parliamentary consensus to finalize this year’s budget immediately after the government is formed

5-3-2026

Information / Baghdad…
Member of Parliament, Miqdad al-Khafaji, revealed on Sunday that political blocs intend to exert significant pressure on the incoming government to finalize the budget for the remainder of the current year. He emphasized the necessity of placing the financial file at the top of the Cabinet’s priorities Read more…

Maliki’s coalition calls for the formation of an advisory team to support al-Zaydi in running the state.

Maliki’s coalition calls for the formation of an advisory team to support al-Zaydi in running the state.

5-3-2026

Information / Baghdad…
On Sunday, Jassim Mohammed Jaafar, a leader in the State of Law Coalition, revealed concerns about the prime minister-designate’s ability to manage the country’s complex files, despite the declared political support he enjoys. He urged him to assemble a highly skilled advisory team.

Jaafar told the Information Agency, “There is genuine apprehension Read more…

With the exception of Al-Aboudi and Al-Asadi, will Parliament succeed in removing the ministers of Al-Sudani’s government?

With the exception of Al-Aboudi and Al-Asadi, will Parliament succeed in removing the ministers of Al-Sudani’s government?

5-3-2026

Information / Baghdad…
A parliamentary source denied on Sunday the circulating reports regarding the reappointment of most ministers from the current (outgoing) government in the upcoming cabinet. The source revealed that there is a political veto on most of the names, with the exception of only two. Read more…

Was al-Zaidi’s selection an American deal to advance Washington’s interests in Iraq?

Was al-Zaidi’s selection an American deal to advance Washington’s interests in Iraq?

5-3-2026

Al-Maalomah/Anbar…
Anbar Alliance leader Mohammed al-Fahdawi revealed on Sunday that the selection of Ali al-Zaidi for prime minister was an American deal coordinated with certain leaders of political parties and blocs to serve US interests in Iraq.
Al-Fahdawi told Al-Maalomah News Agency, “The selection of Ali al-Zaidi for prime minister came about through an American deal previously prepared Read more…

“Investing in Iraq’s oil”: Ankara’s condition for concluding a new agreement with Baghdad

“Investing in Iraq’s oil”: Ankara’s condition for concluding a new agreement with Baghdad

2026-05-03

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Iraqi Oil Ministry revealed on Sunday that negotiations between Baghdad and Ankara are continuing regarding the resumption of oil exports, noting that there are differences related to the wording of the previous agreement, in contrast to a shared direction towards new investment projects Read more…

Parliament Speaker informs Shafaq News of a move to legislate on oil, gas, and the Popular Mobilization Forces.

Parliament Speaker informs Shafaq News of a move to legislate on oil, gas, and the Popular Mobilization Forces.

2026-05-03

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The First Deputy Speaker of the Iraqi Parliament, Adnan Faihan, confirmed on Saturday that there is movement within Parliament to proceed with the legislation of a number of important and delayed laws, most notably the Oil and Gas Law and the Read more…

Shafaq News publishes the demands of the Kurdish forces in Sulaymaniyah submitted to the Prime Minister-designate

Shafaq News publishes the demands of the Kurdish forces in Sulaymaniyah submitted to the Prime Minister-designate

2026-05-03

Shafaq News – Sulaymaniyah
Shafaq News Agency obtained, on Saturday night into Sunday, a copy of a list of demands submitted by Kurdish forces in Sulaymaniyah Governorate, represented by the National Position Movement and the Kurdistan Justice Group, to Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zaidi, as part of their vision for the anticipated Read more…

With a record increase, Iraq becomes the fourth largest oil supplier to America, surpassing Saudi Arabia and Colombia.

With a record increase, Iraq becomes the fourth largest oil supplier to America, surpassing Saudi Arabia and Colombia.

2026-05-03

Shafaq News – Baghdad / Washington
Iraq’s oil exports to the United States saw a significant increase last week, pushing it to fourth place among the largest oil exporters to the American market.

According to data from the US Energy Information Administration, which was Read more…

Iraqi agriculture: Abundant egg production is guaranteed, and high prices are a “game of speculators”.

Iraqi agriculture: Abundant egg production is guaranteed, and high prices are a “game of speculators”.

2026-05-03

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Ministry of Agriculture denied on Sunday the existence of any “real” crisis in the production of food eggs, considering that the quantities produced locally are sufficient to cover the market’s needs, given the stability of poultry projects and their continued production at a regular capacity.

The ministry explained in a statement that the rise in prices is not based on Read more…

The return of dollar shipments… Has al-Zaidi won the bet of American trust?

The return of dollar shipments… Has al-Zaidi won the bet of American trust?

2026-05-03

Shafaq News – Special Translation
Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zaidi succeeded in getting a quick response from the United States after he demanded the resumption of sending cash shipments in dollars to Baghdad.

According to the ” Center for Links Research and Strategic Studies ” institute, Read more…

“To protect citizens,” the Kurdistan Region’s Ministry of Interior bans trading in Forex and cryptocurrencies and threatens violators.

“To protect citizens,” the Kurdistan Region’s Ministry of Interior bans trading in Forex and cryptocurrencies and threatens violators.

2026-05-03

Shafaq News – Erbil
The Ministry of Interior of the Kurdistan Region confirmed on Sunday the ban on trading in Forex and other digital currencies, based on the directives of the Central Bank of Iraq and the Ministry of Finance and Economy in the region, warning citizens Read more…

In the new government’s first test: Al-Zaidi secures the return of the dollar to Baghdad and ignites market anticipation.

In the new government’s first test: Al-Zaidi secures the return of the dollar to Baghdad and ignites market anticipation.

5-3-2026

Researcher Shatha Khalil
In the first economic test for the new Iraqi government, Prime Minister-designate Ali Faleh Kazem al-Zaidi succeeded in securing a swift response from the United States after requesting the resumption of dollar cash shipments to Baghdad. This move carried both political and economic significance, reflecting the new government’s ability to establish early channels Read more…