Back to square one: 9 candidates for prime minister before the coordination framework

Back to square one: 9 candidates for prime minister before the coordination framework

2026-04-12

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The head of the Design Alliance, Amer Al-Fayez, revealed on Sunday that the coordinating framework intends to discuss the names of 9 candidates for the premiership at its meeting tomorrow.

Al-Fayez told Shafaq News Agency that “among the nominated names are Read more…

Trump announces the start of a naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and a ban on paying fees to Iran.

Trump announces the start of a naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and a ban on paying fees to Iran.

2026-04-12

Shafaq News – Washington
On Sunday, US President Donald Trump announced the start of a naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and the prevention of the payment of fees to Iran, while confirming that the US military would eliminate what remains Read more…

A politician stated that the path is now clear for deciding on the selection of the prime minister and forming the government.

A politician stated that the path is now clear for deciding on the selection of the prime minister and forming the government.

4-12-2026

Information/Baghdad…
Political analyst Qasim al-Tamimi believes the path is now clear for selecting the next prime minister and forming the new government.
Al-Tamimi told Al-Maalouma, “Things are no longer as complicated as before, which requires the coordinating body to intensify its meetings to reach a consensus Read more…

Al-Atabi: The framework will decide on its candidate before the end of the constitutional deadline.

Al-Atabi: The framework will decide on its candidate before the end of the constitutional deadline.

4-12-2026

Information / Baghdad
MP Noor Al-Atabi, from the Badr parliamentary bloc, confirmed on Sunday that the constitutional deadline of 15 days will be sufficient to resolve the issue of choosing the prime minister by the coordination framework, noting that the political forces within the coordination framework are ready Read more…

A leader within the framework announces the success of “Al-Amiri’s negotiations” with the factions to halt their attacks.

A leader within the framework announces the success of “Al-Amiri’s negotiations” with the factions to halt their attacks.

2026-04-12

Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Sunday, the head of the Design Alliance, Amer Al-Fayez, confirmed the success of the committee tasked by the Coordination Framework with negotiating with armed factions to stop their operations against American interests.

Al-Fayez, one of the leaders of the Coordination Framework, told Shafaq News Read more…

Six million barrels of Iraqi and Saudi oil have passed through the Strait of Hormuz.

Six million barrels of Iraqi and Saudi oil have passed through the Strait of Hormuz.

2026-04-12

Shafaq News – Follow-up
TankerTrackers, a website specializing in tracking tankers, revealed on Sunday that tankers carrying two million barrels of Iraqi oil and another four million barrels of Saudi oil had crossed the Strait of Hormuz towards global markets.

Bloomberg observed three giant oil tankers Read more…

A split within the coordination framework paves the way for al-Maliki’s exclusion… The decisive meeting is tomorrow.

A split within the coordination framework paves the way for al-Maliki’s exclusion… The decisive meeting is tomorrow.

2026-04-12

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The coordinating framework, which includes the ruling Shiite political forces in Iraq, is moving towards deciding on a prime ministerial candidate during a meeting expected on Monday, amid internal division and rising indications that Nouri al-Maliki’s chances are declining in favor of alternative names.

An informed source told Shafaq News Agency Read more…

Tehran responds to Trump by imposing tariffs on the Strait of Hormuz in Iranian rials.

Tehran responds to Trump by imposing tariffs on the Strait of Hormuz in Iranian rials.

2026-04-12

Shafaq News – Tehran
Iran has escalated its stance on the Strait of Hormuz, announcing on Sunday that it will continue to impose transit fees payable in Iranian rials, in response to previous threats by US President Donald Trump to reject any restrictions on navigation in the international waterway.

Iranian Deputy Parliament Speaker Read more…

Amidi officially assumes the presidency of Iraq and emphasizes “peaceful transfer”

Amidi officially assumes the presidency of Iraq and emphasizes “peaceful transfer”

2026-04-12

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The new President of the Republic, Nizar Amidi, officially assumed his duties as President of the Republic of Iraq on Sunday, during a presidential ceremony held at the Baghdad Palace.

The ceremony began with the playing of the national anthem, followed by Read more…

After a long hiatus, the Green Bird takes to the skies again to bring Iraqis home.

After a long hiatus, the Green Bird takes to the skies again to bring Iraqis home.

2026-04-12

Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Sunday, Iraqi Airways carried out passenger flights from Baghdad to Delhi as a first step before its flights to Cairo, Amman and Guangzhou.

The media office of the Ministry of Transport stated in a statement received by Shafaq News Agency that “Iraqi Airways carried out its international flights Read more…

The Wall Street Journal: Iran will allow ten ships per day to pass through the Strait of Hormuz.

The Wall Street Journal: Iran will allow ten ships per day to pass through the Strait of Hormuz.

2026-04-12

Iran intends to limit the passage of more than ten ships through the Strait of Hormuz, with transit fees potentially reaching $2 million for supertankers, according to The Wall Street Journal. The newspaper reported that “as part of the ceasefire agreement Read more…

Barzani’s party withdraws from the federal government and parliament.

Barzani’s party withdraws from the federal government and parliament.

2026-04-12

The Kurdistan Democratic Party announced its withdrawal from the Iraqi government and parliament in protest against the election of Nizar Amidi as president of the republic.

In a statement, he said: “We have decided to withdraw our representatives and Read more…

Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 4-11-2026

Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 4-11-2026

4-11-2026 Newshound Guru tishwash The House of Representatives adjourns its session after the election of the President of the Republic…so they are done for the day no vote on prime minister today but already they calling to choose the”right” prime minister… Read more…

Nizar Amidi to the Presidential Palace… Presidential settlement precedes government battle

Nizar Amidi to the Presidential Palace… Presidential settlement precedes government battle

2026-04-11

Shafaq News – Baghdad
Nizar Amidi’s arrival at the Peace Palace was not the result of a clear political moment or a complete consensus, but rather came after a series of meetings and deliberations that took place away from the public eye, at a time when Iraq was trying Read more…

Al-Badri is a compromise candidate within the coordination framework of the Prime Minister’s office.

Al-Badri is a compromise candidate within the coordination framework of the Prime Minister’s office.

2026-04-11

Shafaq News – Baghdad
A political source revealed on Saturday that Basim al-Badri is considered a compromise candidate within the coordination framework for the position of the next Iraqi Prime Minister, at a time when Read more…

The new Iraqi president, after taking the oath: We reject any violation of the country’s sovereignty.

The new Iraqi president, after taking the oath: We reject any violation of the country’s sovereignty.

2026-04-11

Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Saturday, the new Iraqi President, Nizar Amidi, stressed his rejection of any violation of the country’s sovereignty, while affirming his commitment to the principle of “Iraq First,” in his first statement after taking the constitutional oath. Read more…

“Islamabad negotiations”: Expectations of an extension for an additional day

“Islamabad negotiations”: Expectations of an extension for an additional day

2026-04-11

Shafaq News – Middle East
Iran’s Tasnim news agency suggested on Saturday that negotiations in Islamabad would be extended for an additional day to continue technical discussions, stressing that Read more…

Parliament requires the largest bloc to name the prime minister within 15 days

Parliament requires the largest bloc to name the prime minister within 15 days

2026-04-11

Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Saturday, Speaker of Parliament Hebat al-Halbousi called on the largest parliamentary bloc to nominate its candidate for prime minister within a maximum period of 15 days, stressing that Read more…

Who is Nizar Amidi, the new president of the Republic of Iraq?

Who is Nizar Amidi, the new president of the Republic of Iraq?

2026-04-11

Nizar Mohammed Saeed Amidi is a prominent Iraqi political figure who rose to prominence over the past two decades through his work in high-level state institutions, particularly the Presidency of the Republic, in addition to Read more…

The Iraqi parliament elects Nizar Amidi as president of the republic.

The Iraqi parliament elects Nizar Amidi as president of the republic.

2026-04-11

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Iraqi parliament elected Nizar Amidi, the candidate of the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan party, as the new president of the republic on Saturday.

Earlier today, the Iraqi parliament Read more…