An economist explains the reasons for the decline in the dollar exchange rate.

An economist explains the reasons for the decline in the dollar exchange rate.

9-25-2025

Al-Maalouma/Exclusive…
Economic expert Ali Karim confirmed on Thursday that the recent decline in the dollar exchange rate against the Iraqi dinar is due to several economic and behavioral factors. He pointed out that the increased demand for the dinar, coupled with the decline in confidence in foreign currency Read more…

Kurdistan: Resumption of oil exports will begin within the next 48 hours.

Kurdistan: Resumption of oil exports will begin within the next 48 hours.

2025-09-25 09:01

Shafaq News- Erbil
The Kurdistan Regional Government’s Ministry of Natural Resources announced on Thursday that the region’s oil exports will resume within the next 48 hours.

The ministry said in a statement received by Shafaq News Agency, “Following the tripartite agreement between Read more…

Al-Sudani points to a historic agreement with the Kurdistan Region: We waited 18 years for it.

Al-Sudani points to a historic agreement with the Kurdistan Region: We waited 18 years for it.

2025-09-25 08:17

Shafaq News – Baghdad
Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani announced Thursday evening that he had reached what he described as a “historic” oil agreement with the Kurdistan Region.

Al-Sudani stated in a post on the “X” platform, followed by Shafaq News Agency, “Today, we reached a historic agreement Read more…

The Green Bird is close to returning to European skies.

The Green Bird is close to returning to European skies.

09/25/2025

The Parliamentary Transport and Communications Committee announced tangible progress in lifting the European ban on Iraqi Airways, paving the way for the resumption of flights over European airspace after meeting approved international Read more…

Al-Lami: Plans to increase Iraqi refinery production by 35% within 3 years

Al-Lami: Plans to increase Iraqi refinery production by 35% within 3 years

9-25-2025

Information/Baghdad:
MP Ali al-Lami revealed on Thursday plans to increase the production capacity of Iraqi refineries by 35% over the next three years.

Al-Lami told Al-Maalouma, “Iraq has a number of refineries that produce gasoline, gas, and kerosene, in addition to modern refineries operating at various Read more…

MP: Khor Abdullah is part of Iraq and our rights there will not be compromised.

MP: Khor Abdullah is part of Iraq and our rights there will not be compromised.

9-25-2025

Information / Baghdad…
Member of Parliament Mohammed al-Baldawi affirmed on Thursday his complete rejection of any agreement or understanding that would violate national sovereignty regarding the Khor Abdullah waterway. He emphasized that the waterway represents an integral part of Iraqi territory, and that relinquishing it would constitute a betrayal of the constitution Read more…

When a ruler loses his balance, the Sudanese man is caught between the nightmare of American rejection and the madness of a second term.

When a ruler loses his balance, the Sudanese man is caught between the nightmare of American rejection and the madness of a second term.

9-25-2025

Al-Maalouma / Exclusive ..
At a time when the internal and external race over who deserves to remain in power is intensifying, Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani is intensifying his behind-the-scenes efforts, in an attempt to garner American support that would enable him to secure a second term. However, these efforts are facing a wall of coldness in Washington, Read more…

International Report: The US is intensifying its pressure on Baghdad through banks.

International Report: The US is intensifying its pressure on Baghdad through banks.

9-25-2025

Al-Maalomah/Translation..
A report by the German website BNI IntelliNews revealed on Thursday that the United States is exerting pressure on the Iraqi government and tightening supervision over Iraqi banks to force Iraq to sever its political and economic ties with Iran.
The report, which Read more…

Iraq’s oil export revenues exceed $7 billion in a month.

Iraq’s oil export revenues exceed $7 billion in a month.

2025-09-25 02:03

Shafaq News – Baghdad
Iraqi oil exports exceeded 104 million barrels in August, generating revenues of more than $7 billion, according to SOMO.

In a statement obtained by Shafaq News Agency, SOMO said that Iraq’s total oil exports for last August amounted to Read more…

Media Commission: Digital transformation has become essential for Iraq.

Media Commission: Digital transformation has become essential for Iraq.

2025-09-25 03:03

Shafaq News – Baghdad
Nawfal Abu Raghif, head of the Communications and Media Commission, emphasized the necessity of digital transformation in Iraq on Thursday, noting that the commission believes that digital transformation is no longer a secondary issue but rather an essential matter Read more…

Fines imposed on candidates and political alliances, including al-Sudani, al-Maliki, and al-Mandlawi.

Fines imposed on candidates and political alliances, including al-Sudani, al-Maliki, and al-Mandlawi.

2025-09-25 03:38

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Iraqi Electoral Commission announced on Thursday that it had imposed fines on 24 candidates and six political alliances for violations of electoral campaign regulations.

Commission documents obtained by Shafaq News revealed that the Board of Commissioners decided to impose fines totaling Read more…

Hussein: Iraq’s losses from the suspension of Kurdistan Region oil exports amount to approximately $25 billion.

Hussein: Iraq’s losses from the suspension of Kurdistan Region oil exports amount to approximately $25 billion.

2025-09-25 04:13

Shafaq News – Baghdad
Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein said that the country has incurred losses ranging between $22 and $25 billion due to the halt in oil exports from the Kurdistan Region, and that flows are likely to resume this week.

This figure represents an increase from previous estimates Read more…

Al-Sudani’s advisor: Iraq is experiencing a rare “price boom” in its modern economic history.

Al-Sudani’s advisor: Iraq is experiencing a rare “price boom” in its modern economic history.

2025-09-25 05:04

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Prime Minister’s financial advisor, Mazhar Mohammed Salih, revealed on Thursday that Iraq is experiencing a rare “price boom” unprecedented in its modern economic history. This boom is driven by low inflation rates, a remarkably stable Read more…

Al-Sudani defends his government’s performance: What has been achieved is much greater than what some are trying to minimize.

Al-Sudani defends his government’s performance: What has been achieved is much greater than what some are trying to minimize.

2025-09-25 05:32

Shafaq News – Baghdad
Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani on Thursday considered the “achievements” achieved during the current federal government he heads to be “much greater than what some are trying to understate.”

This came in a speech he delivered during the National Read more…

Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 9-24-2025

Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 9-24-2025

9-24-2025 Intel Guru Frank26 Article: “Deleting three zeros from the dinar: Citizens’ concerns and experts’ warnings” They tell you because it is done…That first sentence right there, flat-out lies. There are no concerns with the citizens about raising the value of their currency. They demand it…Why would they say such a thing? To educate. This is Asraflak with gold trimming…This article is educating the citizens that look, you’re about to get your purchasing power…Get your ass ready because we’re about to give it to you and those of you who don’t want to cooperate with this, it’s going to go bad for you… Read more…

Iraq to receive air defense batteries from South Korea in early 2026

Iraq to receive air defense batteries from South Korea in early 2026

2025-09-24 08:40

Shafaq News – Baghdad
Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani discussed with the South Korean Minister of Defense and Minister of Armament Systems on Wednesday the development of cooperation, particularly in the field of armaments. The visiting delegation affirmed the continuation of work and coordination to deliver Read more…

Al-Sudani: Toyota Iraq project is the beginning of car manufacturing in the country.

Al-Sudani: Toyota Iraq project is the beginning of car manufacturing in the country.

9-24-2025

Baghdad – Mail
Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani affirmed on Wednesday that the Toyota Iraq project marks the beginning of car manufacturing in the country, while stating that he had directed that the commercial agencies law be amended to align with the policies of reputable international companies and protect Read more…

An integrated digital economy in Iraq next year

An integrated digital economy in Iraq next year

09/24/2025

The Prime Minister’s financial and economic advisor, Mazhar Mohammed Salih, stressed the importance of the Central Bank of Iraq’s announcement that cash payments will be phased out in all government institutions and other facilities in July 2026.

The Central Bank made a statement reported Read more…

Counterfeiting crimes decreased by 90%

Counterfeiting crimes decreased by 90%

09/24/2025

The Ministry of Interior revealed a significant decline in the rates of currency counterfeiting crimes during the current year (2025), confirming that the percentage reached between (85 and 90) percent compared to previous years.

The director of the Ministry’s Federal Intelligence and Investigation Agency, Brigadier General Ahmed Mohammed Obaid, told Al-Sabah: “This decline is due to a package of deterrent security and Read more…

After a long absence, Iraq begins the first steps to build its nuclear reactors.

After a long absence, Iraq begins the first steps to build its nuclear reactors.

2025-09-24 08:08

Shafaq News – Baghdad
To lay the foundation stone for Iraq’s nuclear energy project, the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, in cooperation with the Iraqi Atomic Energy Commission, organized a groundbreaking ceremony on Wednesday for the subcritical system and Read more…