Jaafar on the appointment of four deputies for Al-Zaydi: “Redundant links”
10-5-2026
Information/Special..
Former Minister Jassim Mohammed Jaafar confirmed on Monday that the appointment of four deputy prime ministers represents an unnecessary layer in state institutions, questioning the usefulness of creating these positions in light of the difficult economic conditions that Iraq is going through.
In an interview with Al-Maalomah, Jaafar stated that “appointing four deputy prime ministers is an unnecessary layer,” explaining that “those who express a lack of desire for a salary or office do not negate the burdens and expenses associated with these positions.”
He added that “this comes at a time when Read more…
160,000 dinars to the dollar… The parallel market reasserts its authority in Iraq.
2026-10-05
Shafaq News – Baghdad
The dollar exchange rate in the parallel market in Iraq has exceeded 160,000 dinars per 100 dollars, in a scene that brings back to the forefront fears of the widening gap between the official price and the market price, coinciding with talk of the arrival of new shipments of the American currency to the country, amid questions about the ability of dollar liquidity to calm the market and curb speculation. Read more…
Security concerns prompt Washington to withdraw B-1 bombers from Britain
2026-10-05
Shafaq News – Washington
On Sunday, US authorities announced that the United States had withdrawn all of its B-1 bombers from the Royal Air Force Fairford airbase, a decision stemming from security concerns over suspected terrorist plots against the facility.
According to the Wall Street Journal, this decision represents a shift for the United States, Read more…
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Middle East oil exports surpass pre-Hormuz closure levels
2026-10-05
Shafaq News – Middle East
Shipping data released on Monday showed that crude oil exports from the Middle East surpassed pre-war levels during the last week of September, despite continued attacks on ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz.
According to preliminary data from ship-tracking firm Kpler, crude exports ranged between 19.5 million and Read more…
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Today, a framework meeting will be held to resolve three issues, with the participation of Al-Zidi and the Minister of Finance.
2026-10-05
Shafaq News – Baghdad
An informed source said on Monday that the leaders of the Coordination Framework will hold a meeting in the presence of the Prime Minister and the Minister of Finance to discuss the vote on completing the government cabinet and next year’s budget.
The source added to Shafaq News Agency that ” the leaders of the coordination framework are holding a meeting this evening in the presence of Prime Minister Ali al-Zubaidi in order to discuss Read more…
After a hiatus of more than half a century, Iraqi Line prepares to return to the Gulf.
2026-10-05
Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Iraqi Ministry of Transport announced on Monday that the Iraqi Shipping Line is ready to resume its commercial shipping activity in the Gulf region, after a hiatus of more than half a century, with its first voyages scheduled to depart on October 15 from Jebel Ali Port in the UAE towards Umm Qasr Port in Iraq. Read more…
“Soyana”: We insist on our right to assume the Ministry of Immigration
2026-10-05
Shafaq News – Baghdad
The head of the Christian parliamentary bloc “Suyana”, Kaldo Ramzi Oghna, affirmed on Monday that his bloc is holding fast to its entitlement to assume the Ministry of Migration and Displacement, stressing its rejection of any attempt to bypass it or include it in other political equations.
During a press conference held at the parliament building, accompanied by Read more…
Iraq resumes direct flights to Iran on Thursday
2026-10-05
Shafaq News – Baghdad
Iraqi Airways announced on Monday that the national carrier will resume direct flights to Iran starting next Thursday, October 8, 2026.
The company’s management stated in a statement received by Shafaq News Agency that the new operating plan includes regular daily flights between Najaf International Airport and the airports of Mashhad, Tehran and Isfahan, which contributes to Read more…
No session on Thursday… “Vacant Ministries” meeting today and “State Administration” meeting tomorrow
2026-10-05
Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Iraqi parliament has postponed a session scheduled for next Thursday to complete the cabinet formation until next week.
According to an informed source who spoke to Shafaq News Agency, the postponement came as a result of ongoing disagreements over the candidates for the ministries of Labor and Social Affairs, Youth and Sports, and Planning, Read more…
Owning gold is not enough: when the reserve becomes the last line of defense for a nation’s economic security
10-5-2026
Researcher Shatha Khalil
The question preoccupying central banks today is no longer: How much gold do we have? The more sensitive question has become: Where is this gold located, and who can access it when a crisis strikes? At first glance, this issue appears to be a technical matter related to reserve management, but in reality, it reveals a deeper shift in the concept of economic security. In a world rife with wars, sanctions, trade disputes, and geopolitical risks, mere ownership of assets is no longer sufficient; the ability to access and utilize them in a timely manner has become part of their strategic value. Read more…
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Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 10-4-2026
10-4-2026 Newshound Guru Jeff Community Comment: “We’re so close, yet still feels so hard to believe.” Completing the government cabinet is the lynch pin to the rate change…The majority of the articles are saying within the next week. We have two articles talking about within the next two weeks completing the cabinet…Right now we’re so close to the finish line the safest way to play it is one week at a time…Everything is going to be very short notice so they can wrap it up very quickly. Read more…
Al-Zaydi makes 5 decisions to stimulate the economy and finance projects
2026-10-04
Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Sunday, Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi announced a package of initiatives and measures aimed at revitalizing the market, stimulating economic activity, and strengthening the role of the banking sector in financing productive and investment activities.
This came during his chairmanship of a meeting that included the Minister of Finance, the Governor of the Central Bank of Iraq, the Head of the Board of Advisors, a number of advisors, general Read more…
Iraqi Oil Minister: We went through difficult times and the crisis has begun to subside
2026-10-04
Shafaq News – Baghdad
Iraqi Oil Minister Bassem al-Abadi confirmed on Sunday that the crisis that Iraq went through during the previous period “has begun to crumble,” noting that the ministry continues to work on increasing crude oil production, raising export capacities, and supporting the national economy.
This came during his chairmanship of the crisis cell meeting to discuss crude Read more…
2027 Budget: Parliament rebukes the Minister of Finance and decides to summon him.
2026-10-04
Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Sunday, the parliamentary finance committee decided to host Finance Minister Faleh Sari to discuss the priorities of the 2027 federal budget law and the date it will be sent to the House of Representatives. The committee expressed its displeasure with the minister for not communicating with the committee and informing it of the articles Read more…
A crucial meeting of the framework will take place this week… a move to finalize the ministerial portfolios.
10-4-2026
Information/Baghdad…
A member of the Coordination Framework, Uday Abdul-Hadi, confirmed on Sunday that the framework will hold an important meeting this week to determine the date for deciding on the remaining ministerial portfolios in Ali al-Zidi’s government, particularly the Ministries of Interior and Defense.
Abdul-Hadi explained in his interview with Al-Maalouma that “important Read more…
Al-Hamami: The State of Law coalition has decided on its candidate for the Interior Ministry… Yasser al-Maliki is the most likely candidate.
10-4-2026
Information/Baghdad…
A member of the State of Law Coalition and former MP Arif al-Hamami confirmed on Sunday that an agreement had been reached on a candidate for the Ministry of Interior, and he expected a session of the House of Representatives to be held next week to vote on the remaining ministerial portfolios.
Al-Hamami explained in his interview with Al-Maalouma that “the State of Law Coalition has finally agreed to Read more…
For the first time in decades, Iraq transports a massive oil shipment out of the Strait of Hormuz.
10-4-2026
The Iraqi Oil Tankers Company announced on Saturday the completion of a maritime transport operation, the first of its kind in decades, which involved shipping two million barrels of Iraqi crude oil using a giant tanker.
The shipment was transported beyond the Strait of Hormuz, as part of an ambitious government plan to develop logistical capabilities and strengthen Read more…
An oil-rich country like Iraq doesn’t have oil tankers and is now planning to buy them.
10-4-2026
Iraqi Oil Minister Bassem Khudair al-Abadi told INA news agency on Saturday that his country’s authorities plan to purchase oil tankers specifically for Iraq in order to increase the volume of its oil exports.
The minister added: “The Ministry of Oil, in coordination with the government, is seeking to allocate financial credits from the budget to purchase Read more…
The Iraqi government announces the arrest of those involved in the desecration of the American flag in Baghdad.
2026-10-04
Shafaq News – Baghdad
The spokesman for the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Sabah al-Nu’man, announced on Sunday the arrest of those involved in the desecration of the American flag during the Sovereignty Day celebration.
Al-Nu’man said in a statement: “ In implementation of the orders of the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Ali Falih al-Zaidi, the competent authorities arrested those involved in the transgression against the American flag in Baghdad, which accompanied Read more…
Al-Zaydi: Iraq today is a country that makes its own decisions and where weapons are under the control of the Commander-in-Chief
2026-10-04
Shafaq News – Baghdad
Prime Minister Ali al-Zubaidi affirmed on Saturday evening that Iraq is a country that “owns its own decision and protects its land and skies, and weapons within it are subject to the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces,” noting that the Iraqi state completed its sovereignty on September 30, 2026, with the end of the military mission of the international coalition. Read more…
