National Nuclear Regulatory Authority: We have not detected any increase in radiation levels from Iran.
2026-03-03
The National Nuclear Regulatory Authority announced on Tuesday that there are no indications of any increase in radiation levels from Iran. It also noted that it is monitoring early warning systems that cover Iraqi provinces around the clock. The head of the authority, Fadhil Hawi Mazban, stated in a statement, “We have all been following with great concern Read more…
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Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 3-2-2026
3-2-2026 Newshound Guru Clare Article: “Al-Mulla: Iraq faces two choices: either a clear alignment with America or being left behind by the times” Quote: “The scene is changing rapidly, and with the inevitability of Iran’s transformation towards a new system and arrangements, the gray area is no longer an option for Iraq.” Read more…
MP: No “breakthrough” imminent between the two Kurdish poles regarding the presidency
3-2-2026
Information / Baghdad…
MP Harim Kamal confirmed on Monday that there has been no real breakthrough so far regarding the resolution of the presidential election issue between the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP) and the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan (PUK), indicating the continued divergence in positions.
Kamal told the Information Agency that “negotiations between the two Kurdish Read more…
Expert: Closing the Strait of Hormuz costs Iraq $280 million per day
2026-03-02 02:57
Shafaq News – Baghdad
Iraqi economist Mohammed al-Hassani confirmed on Monday that the closure of the Strait of Hormuz threatens Iraq’s oil exports, noting that the southern storage tanks are not sufficient to accommodate production for a long period, and that the continued halt in exports may necessitate a gradual Read more…
New US security alert in Iraq: Citizens must remain and the consulate is closed.
2026-03-02 03:48
Shafaq News – Baghdad
The United States announced on Monday the suspension of consular services in Iraq and urged its citizens to stay put, citing what it called “Iranian-backed militias” as a major threat to public safety.
The U.S. Embassy in Baghdad issued a security alert on Monday urging American Read more…
The Sudanese man appoints himself to lead the Ministry of Defense
2026-03-02 03:58
Shafaq News – Baghdad
The outgoing Prime Minister, Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, issued a decree appointing him to the duties of the Ministry of Defense on an acting basis.
A document issued by the Prime Minister’s office, which was received by Shafaq News Agency, stated the cancellation of the previous Read more…
Baghdad: Concrete barriers and reinforcements in anticipation of a possible storming of the Green Zone.
2026-03-02 04:35
Shafaq News – Baghdad
A security source reported on Monday that security reinforcements had arrived at the suspension bridge near the Green Zone in central Baghdad, with concrete barriers being erected on the bridge and its sides in anticipation of any emergency in the coming hours, amid Read more…
Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 3-1-2026
3-1-2026 Newshound Guru Militia Man Article: “Washington reassures Iraq will not be dragged into war” It’s coming from official resources here in the United States and in the Middle East. Quote: “US president says, ‘I have a great understanding with Iraqi leadership…stressing that he gets along very well with Iraqi leaders.’ ” Read more…
Khamenei’s assassination shakes Baghdad… What does the absence of the Supreme Leader mean for the factions and politicians in Iraq?
2026-03-01 08:06
Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Iraqi arena has witnessed rapid political and security movements since the announcement of the killing of Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. The political scene remains somewhat murky, while armed factions have issued statements vowing Read more…
Trump: 48 Iranian commanders killed in one strike
2026-03-01 07:44
Shafaq News – Washington
US President Donald Trump confirmed on Sunday that the ongoing military operations against Iran are proceeding at a faster pace than planned.
Trump said in press statements monitored by Shafaq News Agency that “things are going very well,” indicating that “the level of success is unbelievable,” as he Read more…
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Following the Iranian attack, official US confirmation of the safety of the “Abraham Lincoln”
2026-03-01 07:21
Shafaq News – Washington
The US Central Command announced on Sunday that the aircraft carrier Abraham Lincoln was not hit by Iranian missiles.
The command said in a statement received Read more…
The US military announces the death and injury of 8 soldiers during the war on Iran.
2026-03-01 06:55
Shafaq News – Washington
The US Central Command announced on Sunday that eight soldiers were killed or wounded during the war with Iran.
The command said in a statement: “Three U.S. service members were killed in action and five others were seriously wounded Read more…
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The first phase of the Grand Faw Port will be inaugurated this year.
2026/03/01
The Ministry of Transport confirmed that this year will witness the completion of all works on the submerged tunnel and container yard projects, in addition to three similar infrastructure projects, signaling the completion of the first phase Read more…
The mayor of New York stands with Iran and asserts: The strikes constitute an illegal act of aggression.
3-1-2026
Information/Follow-up…
New York Mayor Zahran Mamdani described the US and (Israeli) strikes on Iran as a disastrous escalation in an illegal war of aggression.
Mamdani said in a post on the X platform: Read more…
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The martyrdom of former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad
3-1-2026
The martyrdom of former Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad. Read more…
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Following the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, Iraq is attending an emergency OPEC+ meeting to triple oil production.
2026-03-01 03:59
Shafaq News – Follow-up
Iraq is participating in the emergency meeting of the OPEC+ alliance on Sunday to discuss increasing oil production, in light of the disruption of shipments through the Strait of Hormuz as a result of the US-Israeli war on Iran, and the suspension of operations by a number of shipping companies Read more…
The Strait of Hormuz has been closed, halting more than 150 tankers and increasing shipping insurance by 50%.
2026-03-01 04:07
Shafaq News – Washington
Reuters reported on Sunday, citing shipping data, that more than 150 oil and gas tankers were stopped in the Gulf waters outside the Strait of Hormuz, amid escalating tensions following the US-Israeli attack on Iran.
Ship tracking data showed that most commercial vessels had halted their movement Read more…
Urgent US warning in Iraq: Avoid these places
2026-03-01 04:02
Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Sunday, the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad issued a security alert covering all of Iraq, urging American citizens to exercise extreme caution, remain calm, limit their movements, and stay in their residences when necessary.
The embassy said in a statement received Read more…
Iraqi Airways suspends flights until next April
2026-03-01 04:43
Shafaq News – Baghdad
Iraqi Airways decided on Sunday to suspend all its flights until the beginning of April, due to the exchange of fire between America and Israel on one side and Iran on the other.
According to an official letter Read more…
The martyrdom of the Supreme Leader raises tensions at the gates of the Green Zone, and attempts are made to storm the American embassy.
2026-03-01
The entrance to the Green Zone from the direction of the Hanging Bridge witnessed tensions and hand-to-hand clashes, and the use of bullets and smoke bombs by the security forces, after attempts to storm the zone and head towards the American embassy by angry crowds over the martyrdom of His Eminence Sayyid Ali Khamenei Read more…
