Washington welcomes Iraq’s initiative regarding detained ISIS terrorists

Washington welcomes Iraq’s initiative regarding detained ISIS terrorists

2026-01-23

The United States welcomed on Thursday Iraq’s initiative to detain members of the ISIS terrorist organization in secure facilities.

Reuters quoted US Secretary of State Marco Rubio as saying, “We welcome Iraq’s initiative to detain ISIS terrorists in secure facilities on its territory.”

He added, “Iraq stands on the front lines Read more…

The US President’s envoy to Syria praises Iraq’s contributions to promoting stability in the region.

The US President’s envoy to Syria praises Iraq’s contributions to promoting stability in the region.

2026-01-23

The US President’s Special Envoy to Syria, Thomas Barak, praised Iraq’s contributions to promoting stability in the region, describing them as “indispensable”.

Barak said in a post on the X platform: “We are very honored to thank the Iraqi Read more…

Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 1-22-2026

Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 1-22-2026

1-22-2026 Newshound Guru Militia Man We should be very confident and very optimistic…The ‘hush’ to me is purposeful…and the signals and reassurances are constantly being laid out. We have to watch and see how they pull this off and what they show us next… Read more…

Parliament will hold a session next week to elect the president of the republic.

Parliament will hold a session next week to elect the president of the republic.

2026-01-22 08:16

Shafaq News – Baghdad
A parliamentary source revealed on Thursday the date of the session to elect the President of the Republic in the Iraqi Parliament, indicating that the date came after several meetings with the political blocs.

The source told Shafaq News Agency that “the Presidency of the House of Representatives Read more…

Economist: The government must cut taxes to revive the economy.

Economist: The government must cut taxes to revive the economy.

1-22-2026

Al-Maalomah/Anbar –
Economic expert Rashid al-Saadi called on the central government today, Thursday, to reduce taxes on citizens and various segments of society instead of increasing them, in order to alleviate the hardship faced by Iraqi citizens.
Al-Saadi told Al-Maalomah News Agency, “The government is required to Read more…

Because of Maliki, al-Amiri refuses to receive al-Halbousi.

Because of Maliki, al-Amiri refuses to receive al-Halbousi.

1-22-2026

Information/Baghdad…
An informed source reported that Hadi al-Amiri, head of the Fatah Alliance, refused to meet with Mohammed al-Halbousi, head of the Taqaddum Party, due to the latter’s stance on the nomination of Nouri al-Maliki for the premiership.
The source told the Information Agency, “Hadi al-Amiri, head of Read more…

Sunni forces warn Halbousi of the repercussions of interfering in the prime ministership process.

Sunni forces warn Halbousi of the repercussions of interfering in the prime ministership process.

1-22-2026

Information/Anbar…
On Wednesday, Fawaz Muhammad al-Dulaimi, a leader in the Azm Alliance, warned Muhammad al-Halbousi, head of the Taqaddum Alliance, of the repercussions of interfering with or rejecting the Coordination Framework’s candidate for the position of Prime Minister, considering it a position for the Shiite Read more…

Rule of law: No external veto on the framework’s choices for the Prime Ministership

Rule of law: No external veto on the framework’s choices for the Prime Ministership

1-22-2026

Information/Baghdad…
Salah Boushi, a member of the State of Law Coalition, ruled out on Thursday the existence of any external veto on the Coordination Framework’s choices for the prime ministership in the upcoming phase. He emphasized that the Framework respects all opinions and does not interfere in the choices of other parties. Read more…

Al-Rikabi: There is agreement within the framework for Al-Maliki to assume the premiership.

Al-Rikabi: There is agreement within the framework for Al-Maliki to assume the premiership.

1-22-2026

Information/Baghdad…
Political analyst Wael al-Rikabi revealed on Thursday that there is consensus within the Coordination Framework on Nouri al-Maliki assuming the premiership for the next phase, especially after his visits to Qais al-Khazali, Ammar al-Hakim, and Mohamed al-Sudani.
Al-Rikabi told Al-Maalouma, “The political parties Read more…

Al-Ta’i: Sunni forces have reached near-final understandings regarding participation in the next government.

Al-Ta’i: Sunni forces have reached near-final understandings regarding participation in the next government.

1-22-2026

The Information/Baghdad –
Najat al-Ta’i, a member of the Azm Alliance, confirmed on Thursday that Sunni political forces have reached near-final understandings regarding their participation in the next government, within the framework of ongoing political negotiations.
Speaking to Al-Ma’louma, al-Ta’i stated, “The National Political Council, which includes Sunni forces, has reached near-final understandings Read more…

“The home safe” is the citizen’s alternative… Government taxes and bank manipulation drive Iraqis to hoard.

“The home safe” is the citizen’s alternative… Government taxes and bank manipulation drive Iraqis to hoard.

1-22-2026

Information/Report…
As Iraqis await a political breakthrough to end the current stagnation, signs of a potential legal confrontation between Parliament and the caretaker government over fees and taxes have emerged, coinciding with a widening trust gap between citizens and banking institutions. Parliamentary and economic warnings have sounded the alarm against attempts to impose Read more…

Iraq is set to purchase 250 K2 tanks from South Korea.

Iraq is set to purchase 250 K2 tanks from South Korea.

1-22-2026

The Information Agency/Translation…
A report by the US-based Defense Block website, specializing in military affairs, revealed on Thursday that a report issued by the South Korean brokerage firm Kyom on January 22nd stated that Hyundai Rotem is in serious talks to export its K2 main battle tank to several countries Read more…

A leader in Al-Hikma: Economic and security files will determine the name of the framework candidate

A leader in Al-Hikma: Economic and security files will determine the name of the framework candidate

1-22-2026

Information/Baghdad..
Hassan Fad’am, a leader in the Hikma Movement, confirmed that understandings within the coordination framework are still in place, and that dialogues are continuing without a final decision on the nomination of the prime minister so far, noting that the options are still multiple within the framework. Read more…

The Central Bank of Iraq’s sales reached approximately $70 billion in less than a year.

The Central Bank of Iraq’s sales reached approximately $70 billion in less than a year.

2026-01-22 00:25

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Central Bank of Iraq revealed on Thursday that its sales of hard currency amounted to about $70 billion during the first 10 months of 2025.

The bank stated in a statistic seen by Shafaq News Agency that the bank’s sales of hard currency during the first 10 months of last year amounted to Read more…

Integrity Commission identifies flaw in liquefied gas transport and recommends an alternative strategic pipeline

Integrity Commission identifies flaw in liquefied gas transport and recommends an alternative strategic pipeline

2026-01-22 00:41

Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Thursday, the Federal Integrity Commission called on the Iraqi Ministry of Oil to adopt emergency plans to ensure the stability of liquefied gas supplies and maintain prices, especially during times of increased demand, at a time when the ministry had previously denied the existence of any crisis Read more…

Trump signs “Peace Council” charter and unveils a new map of global politics

Trump signs “Peace Council” charter and unveils a new map of global politics

2026-01-22 03:09

Shafaq News – Washington
On Thursday, US President Donald Trump signed the charter of the “Peace Council” during a meeting that included leaders of the countries joining the newly formed council, in a move he said aimed to establish a new approach to addressing international conflicts.

Trump said in a speech during the meeting on the sidelines of the Davos Forum Read more…

Barzani: Transferring ISIS prisoners to Iraq is better than releasing them in Syria.

Barzani: Transferring ISIS prisoners to Iraq is better than releasing them in Syria.

2026-01-22 04:23

Shafaq News – Rome
Kurdish leader Masoud Barzani said on Thursday that transferring ISIS prisoners to Iraq was “better” than releasing them in Syria.

This came in a statement made by Barzani to journalists today on the sidelines of his visit to the Iraqi embassy in Italy. Read more…

Rafidain Bank issues a clarification to citizens regarding its social media platforms.

Rafidain Bank issues a clarification to citizens regarding its social media platforms.

2026-01-22

Rafidain Bank issued a clarification to citizens on Thursday regarding its social media platforms. The bank’s media office stated in a statement that “all official bank pages on social media platforms are verified with the blue checkmark, and no other pages are relied upon for obtaining news, information, or instructions Read more…

Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 1-21-2026

Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 1-21-2026

1-21-2026 Newshound/Intel Guru Mnt Goat I have heard from my CBI contact on a call to Iraq last Saturday that the last stage of testing is almost completed on the software for the digital dinar. So, when it is ready and the GOI has completed its tasks, we can expect to see the collection of the three zero notes and the issuance of the new lower denominations. I asked for a timing of this event and she said to follow the election cycle. So, I now believe there are two events linked to kickoff of removing the zeros and that is the digital dinar and the election cycle. Read more…

Masrour Barzani from Davos: Energy will be a key focus in the Iraqi government formation talks.

Masrour Barzani from Davos: Energy will be a key focus in the Iraqi government formation talks.

2026-01-21 09:04

Shafaq News – Davos
On Wednesday evening, the Prime Minister of the Kurdistan Region, Masrour Barzani, reviewed the investment opportunities in the energy sector available in the region, on the sidelines of his participation in the Davos conference, stressing that the energy file will be a major and essential Read more…