After CENTCOM sank an Iranian oil tanker in the Gulf of Oman, the Revolutionary Guard attacked six ships and tankers.
2026-09-06
Shafaq News – Washington / Tehran
The US Central Command (CENTCOM) announced on Sunday that the oil tanker “M/T Kilo” sank in the Gulf of Oman, after it was targeted in an American attack that targeted three tankers linked to the Iranian Revolutionary Guard, while Tehran announced its response by targeting three tankers and three ships linked to the United States.
CENTCOM said via the X platform: “Thanks to the precision and professionalism of the US forces, the tanker M/T Kilo has today settled at the bottom of the Gulf of Oman, joining the Iranian Navy in the depths of the sea.” Read more…
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Iraq “cannot afford to take risks”… State administration warns of the repercussions of US sanctions
2026-09-06
Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Saturday, the State Administration Coalition discussed completing the government formation, the draft oil and gas law, and the country’s financial situation, while stressing the need to spare Iraq the repercussions of the US sanctions imposed on some countries, in light of what it described as the “difficult financial circumstances.”
The State Administration Coalition is the ruling political umbrella that was formed on September 25, 2022 to end Read more…
4 months underwater: A secret US mission to dismantle the Hormuz mines
2026-09-06
Shafaq News – Washington
The Financial Times revealed on Sunday that US forces carried out a secret four-month naval operation to remove mines planted by Iran in the Strait of Hormuz, in an attempt to reopen one of the most important shipping lanes for commercial vessels and oil shipments.
According to the report, US forces carried out mine-clearing operations mostly during the night, with the participation of divers from the US Navy’s SEAL forces, along with motorized boats and Read more…
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The Iraqi Securities Commission warns investors against fraudulent companies and unlicensed investors.
2026-09-06
Shafaq News – Baghdad
The head of the Securities Commission, Faisal Al-Haimas, warned citizens and investors on Sunday against dealing with fake companies and unlicensed entities that promote investment services and opportunities, stressing the need to verify the legality of entities before depositing funds or entering into any investment activity.
Al-Haims explained in an official statement that some entities resort to using trade names, electronic platforms, and social media pages to deceive investors into believing that they are accredited financial institutions, as well as making Read more…
Within two days, a four-way meeting will be held in Baghdad to decide the fate of the factions’ weapons.
2026-09-06
Shafaq News – Baghdad
An informed source revealed on Sunday that a preliminary agreement had been reached to hold a meeting that would include official government, military and security parties, along with leaders from the coordination framework, representatives of the Popular Mobilization Forces, and representatives of armed factions.
According to the source, who spoke to Shafaq News Agency, the meeting is scheduled to be held Read more…
The secrets of Al-Zaydi’s meetings with the leaders of the blocs: merging ministries and agencies and amending the Popular Mobilization Forces law
2026-09-06
Shafaq News – Baghdad
An informed source revealed on Sunday that Prime Minister Ali al-Zubaidi discussed with political leaders and blocs the axes of completing the government cabinet and merging some ministries and independent bodies to reduce expenses, as well as amending the Popular Mobilization Forces Law.
The source told Shafaq News Agency that “during his visit to the head of the State of Law Coalition, Nouri al-Maliki, al-Zaydi discussed the files of completing the formation Read more…
A demonstration in front of Al-Taif Bank in Karrada after it was placed under receivership.
9-6-2026
Dozens of depositors demonstrated on Sunday in front of Al-Taif Islamic Bank in the Karrada district of central Baghdad, protesting the suspension of banking services and the freezing of withdrawal and deposit operations, following recent measures taken by the Central Bank of Iraq against the bank. The protesters demanded an end to the restrictions imposed on their accounts and permission to withdraw their financial deposits, stressing that their demands are limited to receiving their withheld funds and avoiding keeping them suspended.
The Central Bank of Iraq had decided to place Al-Taif Islamic Bank for Investment Read more…
Karbala Agriculture Directorate: Significant increase in date production this year
9-6-2026
The Karbala Agriculture Directorate announced on Sunday that date production rates in the province have increased during 2026 compared to previous years. A statement from the directorate indicated that “date production in Karbala witnessed a clear increase this year, expected to exceed 220,000 tons of various date varieties from more than 3 million palm trees, compared to last year’s 180,000 tons.” Read more…
Removing zeros from the dinar: Parliamentary Finance Committee sets conditions for proceeding with this matter.
9-5-2026
The Information/Baghdad…
Member of the Parliamentary Finance Committee, Amer Rahim, confirmed on Saturday that voting on a bill to remove zeros from the local currency requires extensive discussions and the enactment of a package of laws within the Parliament. He indicated that raising this issue at the present time is premature.
Rahim told Al-Maalouma, “The step of removing zeros from the currency cannot be decided hastily; rather, it requires a series of lengthy and in-depth discussions Read more…
Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 9-5-2026
9-5-2026 Newshound/Intel Guru Mnt Goat I…want to point out the convergence of events that is about to happen. We will get peace in the middle east, Iran’s influence in Iraq will end, the IQD will be on FOREX, accession to the WTO, and we will be going to the bank. The only issue we don’t know for certain is the timing of it all. For us we must watch the timing of the removing the zeros. This will be the movement we need to see. There is ABSOLUTELY NO WAY the IQD could EVER go back to FOREX at a rate to attract investors at 1/6 of a penny so it will have to be at least over the 1990 pre-war days of $3.22. Iraq MUST FIRST REMOVE THE ZEROS thus swap out them out for the newer lower denominations. The ONLY reason why they have not yet done this is due to corruption…Shut this corruption with Iran down and then remove the zeros and “away we go”… Read more…
Ministry of Transport: Al-Faw Port is nearing completion of its main components, and ship traffic in Umm Qasr has increased by 21 percent.
9-5-2026
The Ministry of Transport announced on Saturday the most prominent indicators of work in the ports sector and related services during the first 100 days of the government’s work, while pointing to an increase in the movement of receiving ships in the Umm Qasr North Port by more than 21 percent, and the near completion of the main components of the Grand Faw Port. The Director of Media of the Ministry of Transport, Hussein Ahmed Al-Karbalai, told the official agency that “the Umm Qasr North Port recorded the reception of 80 commercial ships during the month of June 2026, compared to 66 ships Read more…
The Central Bank denies raising the dollar exchange rate.
9-5-2026
The Central Bank of Iraq denied on Saturday reports circulating about raising the exchange rate of the US dollar against the Iraqi dinar.
In a statement to Al-Maalomah News Agency, the bank said, “The reports suggesting a move to raise the dollar exchange rate are baseless,” emphasizing that “no decision has been issued in this regard.”
The bank added that “the official exchange rate adopted by the Central Bank Read more…
With Iraqi hands, the railways are restoring the German locomotive to service.
9-5-2026
The Iraqi Republic Railways Company announced on Saturday the rehabilitation and return to service of German locomotive number 2547.
In a statement received by Al-Maalomah News Agency, the company said, “The technical staff at the Al-Shalchiya workshops, affiliated with the Iraqi Republic Railways Company, completed comprehensive maintenance work on German locomotive number 2547, as part of the company’s fleet rehabilitation plan and Read more…
MP: The money recovery law represents a new beginning in the fight against corruption
9-5-2026
The Information Agency / Baghdad…
Member of Parliament, MP Mohammed Karim, affirmed on Saturday that the passage of the Asset Recovery Law is among the most important laws that will define the mechanism for managing public funds. He indicated that it will represent a new starting point for empowering the judiciary and the Integrity Commission in pursuing corrupt individuals.
Karim stated to the Information Agency, “This law is of paramount importance as it allows for precise and rigorous Read more…
The government faces two tests: sovereignty and the economy. Will it succeed in overcoming the political and administrative turmoil?
9-5-2026
Information / Special ..
Political analyst Majashaa Al-Tamimi confirmed on Saturday that the ambiguous scene in Iraq reflects a structural and chronic governance crisis, which is mainly due to the sectarian and partisan quota system that prioritizes narrow interests over the national interest.
Al-Tamimi told Al-Maalouma that “the absence of sovereign decision-making in Iraq has led to weak administrations that lack strategic vision and rely heavily on a rentier economy based on oil.”
Al-Tamimi added that “talking about restricting weapons cannot take place in light of Iraq’s lack of full sovereignty Read more…
Axios: Trump administration plans to expand normalization
9-5-2026
The American news website Axios reported on Saturday that the Trump administration is planning for the post-war period following a potential conflict with Iran and the Israeli war on the Gaza Strip. The proposed strategy may include addressing the regional repercussions of the Israeli war in the region. The report, translated by Al-Maalomah News Agency, stated that “the United States, according to the report, has begun developing a post-war strategy aimed at expanding regional efforts to contain Iran and normalizing Read more…
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MP: Some names of cabinet nominees to be reintroduced for political discussion
9-5-2026
Information/Baghdad…
MP Abbas al-Maliki confirmed on Saturday that re-introducing some of the names of cabinet nominees who did not receive parliamentary approval could be part of the political discussion.
Al-Maliki told the Information Agency that “re-introducing some of the names of cabinet nominees who did not receive parliamentary approval is a matter for political discussion,” explaining that “this issue still requires Read more…
CENTCOM: We targeted 3 Iranian oil tankers
2026-09-05
Shafaq News – Washington
The US Central Command (CENTCOM) announced on Saturday that it had targeted three Iranian crude oil tankers after the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps fired ballistic missiles at two US vessels.
CENTCOM stated in a statement seen by Shafaq News Agency that “an American aircraft carrier and a guided-missile destroyer successfully evaded several Iranian attacks,” confirming that none of the American personnel were injured. Read more…
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Exclusive: Religious recommendations and the financial crisis halt the activation of deputy prime minister positions.
2026-09-05
Shafaq News – Baghdad
A source within the coordination framework revealed on Saturday that the decision not to reactivate the positions of deputy prime ministers came based on recommendations from religious authorities inside and outside Iraq, noting that the financial and political circumstances the country is going through pushed towards maintaining the cancellation of these positions at the present stage. Read more…
Washington announces approval of the sale of Bell 412 helicopters to Iraq
2026-09-05
Shafaq News – Washington
The U.S. State Department confirmed on Friday that it had approved a possible sale of Bell 412 helicopters to Iraq for an estimated $150 million.
The US State Department announced last Monday its approval of a deal to sell Iraq Bell 412EPX and Bell 407M helicopters, along with related military equipment, worth $800 million. Read more…
