The Union reaffirms its support for its presidential candidate and warns against political deadlock.
2-24-2026
The head of the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan (PUK) parliamentary bloc, Harim Kamal, reiterated on Tuesday his party’s commitment to its candidate, Nizar Amidi, for the presidency. He emphasized that the PUK has not yet reached an agreement with the Kurdistan Democratic Party ( KDP) regarding this constitutional entitlement. Read more…
Today… a crucial meeting of the coordination framework to finalize the prime minister’s file
2-24-2026
Information / Baghdad…
A source close to the Coordination Framework confirmed on Tuesday that the framework’s leaders will hold a crucial meeting this evening to decide on the nomination for the next prime minister.
The source told the Information Agency, “The Coordination Framework will Read more…
The Victory Coalition calls for a decisive session to finalize the framework and clarify the issues.
2-24-2026
Al-Maalomah/Baghdad –
Aqeel al-Rudaini, a member of the Victory Coalition, confirmed on Tuesday that the meetings and decisions of the Coordination Framework are based on the principle of complete consensus among its members. He explained that Nouri al-Maliki’s nomination came within this framework, despite objections Read more…
The coordination framework faces a decisive test… Who will lead the next phase?
2-24-2026
The Iraqi political scene is experiencing a political deadlock regarding the appointment of a prime minister, due to a lack of internal consensus among political forces, coupled with what some parties describe as external interference and pressure, particularly from the United States.
This debate comes at a time of escalating concerns about the repercussions Read more…
Iraq is at the bottom of the world… a “failed” government and political quotas that kill competence!
2-24-2026
Information / Exclusive…
A recent international report reveals that Iraq remains at the bottom of the global Government Effectiveness Index, which measures the efficiency of executive performance, the quality of public services, and the government’s ability to formulate and implement policies.
According to the report, Iraq tops the list of countries facing significant challenges Read more…
Professor of International Law: Iraq faces a crucial opportunity to establish its maritime borders
2-24-2026
Information/Special..
Professor of International Law, Manal Finjan, confirmed that Iraq’s delay in depositing its maritime maps with the United Nations has negatively affected the establishment of its water rights, stressing the need to expedite the completion Read more…
Al-Araji: The framework will not change its candidate due to American pressure… and the decision will be made next week.
2026-02-24 03:31
Shafaq News – Baghdad
The head of the Reconstruction and Development bloc, Bahaa al-Araji, confirmed on Tuesday that the coordination framework “will not change its candidate for the next government due to an American decision,” stressing that the issue of the premiership is “a purely Iraqi matter.”
Al-Araji told Shafaq News Agency that the framework “is looking at the candidate’s Read more…
“Iran is a sinking ship”: A report details the distancing of its allies in Iraq.
2026-02-24 03:47
Shafaq News – Special Translation
Analysts say that Tehran could become a “sinking ship” and be forced to loosen its grip on Iraqi politics, which is pushing pro-Iranian Iraqi leaders to distance themselves from it, especially given the weakness it suffers and the possibility that Read more…
No mention of Maliki… The framework announces the results of its meeting, with the presidency and Iran at the forefront.
2026-02-23 13:02
Shafaq News – Baghdad
The issue of deciding the presidency and the Iranian-American escalation topped the agenda of the coordination framework talks on Monday evening, where the need to finalize the formation of the new government was emphasized, without mentioning Read more…
Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 2-23-2026
2-23-2026 Newshound Guru Jeff Historically Iraq [dinar] has always been above Kuwait [dinar] value…Today the value of the Kuwaiti dinar against the US dollar is $3.26…Historically Iraq was always a higher currency value than Kuwait…Undo what was done to lower the value of Iraq’s currency…OFAC sanctions, take the sanctions off, the currency value reinstates back to $3.22, put some inflation on that over 22 years, probably somewhere in the the high $3 range, just shy of $4. Read more…
Al-Maliki confirms he will continue to run for prime minister, disregarding American messages.
2-23-2026
Information/Baghdad…
Nouri al-Maliki, head of the State of Law Coalition, confirmed on Monday that he would not withdraw from the race for the position of Prime Minister of Iraq, noting that the American messages concerned the Iraqi state and not al-Maliki.
Al-Maliki said in an interview Read more…
Washington: Trump’s position is clear, and choosing Maliki will prompt a reassessment of the relationship between the two countries.
2-23-2026
Baghdad-Mail
The US Embassy in Baghdad commented on Monday on US President Donald Trump’s position regarding Nouri al-Maliki, the candidate of the Coordination Framework for the position of Prime Minister, noting that the latter’s selection would lead to a reassessment of bilateral relations Read more…
A new round of negotiations to join the World Trade Organization
2026/02/23
Iraq is continuing its technical and legislative preparations to complete its accession process to the World Trade Organization, a move reflecting its efforts to strengthen its integration into the global economy and create a more stable and attractive investment environment. The Ministry of Trade confirmed that work is progressing Read more…
Anticipation is high for the meeting of the coordinating framework to decide on the presidency and to have the final say regarding al-Maliki’s candidacy.
2-23-2026
Information/Baghdad…
Political circles are awaiting a meeting of the Coordination Framework to resolve the issue of the presidency, either by proceeding with a candidate agreed upon within the Kurdish bloc or by seeking a broader national consensus. The meeting will also address the issue of Nouri al-Maliki’s candidacy for prime minister, either by Read more…
Al-Saadi: Al-Maliki is still the coordinating framework’s candidate for the premiership
2-23-2026
Information/Baghdad…
Former MP Baqir al-Saadi confirmed on Monday that Nouri al-Maliki remains the candidate of the largest bloc in the Iraqi Parliament, denying leaks circulating in the past 24 hours.
Speaking to Al-Maalouma, al-Saadi said, “Nouri al-Maliki is still the candidate Read more…
Al-Gharabi calls on Parliament to intervene urgently and halt “caretaker” contracts.
2-23-2026
Information/Baghdad…
MP Bassem al-Gharabi warned on Monday against the caretaker government’s continued signing of what he described as “strategic and large” contracts, stressing that these actions lack legal and constitutional basis. He called on Parliament Read more…
Al-Moussawi: Iraq’s financial reserves are constantly increasing and salaries are fully secured.
2-23-2026
Information / Baghdad…
MP Jassim al-Moussawi confirmed on Monday that Iraq’s financial reserves are witnessing a continuous increase, stressing that salaries are fully secured and there are no concerns about their payment in the coming period.
Al-Moussawi told the Information Agency that “Iraq’s financial situation is reassuring and the reserves at the Central Bank are constantly rising,” adding that Read more…
MP: The situation cannot tolerate a year without a budget
2-23-2026
The head of the Badr parliamentary bloc, Karim Aliwi, called on political blocs on Monday to expedite the formation of a government, stressing that the Iraqi situation can no longer tolerate the continued executive vacuum or delays in approving the budget. Aliwi told Al- Maalomah
that “Iraq is going through difficult economic circumstances, Read more…
Al-Asadi: The coordinating framework insists on nominating Al-Maliki for the premiership.
2-23-2026
Information/Special…
Walid al-Asadi, a member of the State of Law Coalition, confirmed on Monday that the Coordination Framework is the body responsible for determining the candidate for Prime Minister, noting that Nouri al-Maliki is currently the only candidate being seriously considered Read more…
Following the Iraqi maritime coordinates… a political storm in the Gulf and calls for dialogue
2026-02-23 01:05
Shafaq News – Follow-up
Iraq’s deposit of nautical charts and official coordinates with the United Nations has sparked reactions in Gulf circles, amid calls to contain the repercussions of the move and address the issue through diplomatic frameworks and official channels.
Diplomatic tensions between Iraq and Kuwait have been escalating for years Read more…
