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.
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.
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.
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
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
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
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.
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
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…
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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
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…
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US State Department: Sending dollars to Iraq was temporarily suspended
2026-04-25
The US State Department spokesman confirmed that Washington has temporarily suspended sending dollar shipments to Iraq, while emphasizing that cooperation related to combating terrorism continues.
The spokesman explained in a press statement: “We can confirm Read more…
The framework fails again to decide on a candidate for prime minister and postpones its meeting until tomorrow.
2026-04-24
Shafaq News – Baghdad
An informed source reported on Friday evening that the coordinating framework that brings together the Shiite forces has once again failed to decide on a candidate for the premiership, and has postponed its meeting until Saturday.
The source told Shafaq News Agency that “the leaders of the Coordination Read more…
Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 4-24-2026
4-24-2026 Intel Guru Frank26 [Iraq boots-on-the-ground report] OMAR: We see the Finance Minister talking about how our reserves are reaching the red line level…Everybody in Iraq knows there’s no more dollar… FRANK: The CBI is forced now to tap into your reserves or to make large loans for the GOI…The solution is to release the value of your currency. They know that…The CBI…has no choice but to lift the value of your currency. Alaq knows he messed up. He knows he’s in trouble and Alaq knows his days are numbered… Read more…
Shaker: Three candidates are competing for the premiership.
4-24-2026
Information/Baghdad..
MP Hassan Shaker, from the Badr bloc, called on the forces of the Coordination Framework on Thursday to definitively resolve the issue of the prime minister candidate, revealing that the competition is limited to three Read more…
The President of the Republic affirms the necessity of adhering to constitutional timelines by presenting the candidate of the largest bloc.
4-24-2026
Information/Baghdad…
President Nizar Amidi stressed on Friday the need to adhere to the constitutional deadlines for submitting the candidate of the largest parliamentary bloc, considering this a constitutional entitlement that cannot be delayed.
The President of the Republic stated Read more…
Kurdistan Electricity: More than 5.5 million citizens receive electricity around the clock
2026-04-24
Shafaq News – Erbil
The Ministry of Electricity in the Kurdistan Region announced on Friday that approximately 5.5 million citizens now have access to 24-hour electricity service, as part of plans to expand power supply and improve the electricity Read more…
An American vision outlines a “roadmap” for the Gulf states’ relationship with Iraq amidst the war.
2026-04-24
Shafaq News – Special Translation
The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states are taking a risk by proceeding cautiously and hesitantly in their relations with an open Iraq, fearing that Iraq may conclude that the Gulf states are not reliable partners and may turn to Read more…
Abdul Hadi: The coordination framework meeting is still scheduled for this evening, and there are no indications of its postponement.
4-24-2026
Information/Baghdad…
A member of the Coordination Framework, Uday Abdul-Hadi, confirmed on Friday that the meeting of the Framework’s leaders scheduled for this evening in Baghdad is still on, and there are no indications of its postponement.
Speaking to Al-Maalouma, Abdul-Hadi said, “The meeting of the Coordination Framework leaders scheduled for this evening will be held as planned, and Read more…
Behind the scenes… A new evening in front of the frame to “resolve” the Prime Minister’s office
2026-04-24
Shafaq News – Baghdad
A well-informed political source confirmed on Friday that the leadership of the Coordination Framework is “determined” to hold its postponed meeting to decide on the name of the next Prime Minister, while noting that the chances of the Reconstruction and Development Coalition’s candidate for the position, Ihsan Al-Awadi, have “decreased” due to the objection Read more…
