Khor Abdullah is at stake: A constitutional battle awaits resolution in Parliament.

Khor Abdullah is at stake: A constitutional battle awaits resolution in Parliament.

7-9-2025

Information/Baghdad…
Following a meeting of the three presidencies, the federal government has thrown the ball into parliament’s court regarding the Khor Abdullah issue. The parliament will have the authority to pass the agreement with Kuwait or make amendments to it, which requires a two-thirds vote Read more…

In its final stop, strategic laws await passage in Parliament.

In its final stop, strategic laws await passage in Parliament.

7-9-2025

Information/Report…
Despite repeated statements by members of political blocs regarding the importance of the final legislative session of the fifth parliamentary term, current indicators confirm that this session will not differ significantly from previous sessions in terms of the lack of a quorum for sessions and the failure to pass important laws.

Several vital laws are awaiting passage by parliament during this final leg of the current session, which has spanned more than two decades. Most notable among these are the Oil and Gas Law, Read more…

The International Monetary Fund calls on Iraq to cut spending, increase taxes, and reform pensions.

The International Monetary Fund calls on Iraq to cut spending, increase taxes, and reform pensions.

2025-07-09 01:12

Shafaq News – Baghdad / Erbil
The International Monetary Fund warned on Wednesday that the Iraqi economy faces significant challenges due to a slowdown in non-oil sector growth from 13.8% in 2023 to an estimated 2.5% in 2024. This is impacted by a decline in public investment, a weak trade balance, and financing constraints that have led to Read more…

Iraq and four Arab countries possess more than a thousand tons of gold reserves.

Iraq and four Arab countries possess more than a thousand tons of gold reserves.

2025-07-09 03:07

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The World Gold Council announced on Wednesday that Iraq and four other Arab countries together hold more than 1,000 tons of global gold reserves.

The council stated in its latest table for July, Read more…

Prime Minister’s Advisor: The government has developed detailed designs and tender documents for the development road.

Prime Minister’s Advisor: The government has developed detailed designs and tender documents for the development road.

2025-07-09

The Prime Minister’s Advisor for Transport Affairs, Nasser Al-Asadi, stated on Tuesday that the government has prepared detailed designs and tender documents for the development road, while indicating that qualified companies for the development road project will soon be invited Read more…

Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 7-8-2025

Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 7-8-2025

7-8-2025 Intel Guru Frank26 The politics of Iranian influence inside of [Iraq] is powerless now…The whole world knows that Iraq is under control and they know it because of what Donald Trump did. The whole world is celebrating and singing even in Iran. Obviously not the leaders but the people. You know. I know. The whole world knows the future of Iraq’s economy and currency, that’s why they’re pouring into Iraq. Everybody knows. Read more…

Government advisor: Three factors have stripped the parallel exchange market of its price influence and diversified our financial reserves.

Government advisor: Three factors have stripped the parallel exchange market of its price influence and diversified our financial reserves.

2025/07/08

The Prime Minister’s economic advisor, Mazhar Mohammed Salih, confirmed that the stability of the price structure and the decline in annual inflation rates in Iraq are the result of the success of three integrated economic policies that worked in a coordinated manner within Read more…

In the coming hours, an oil agreement is imminent between the Baghdad and Erbil governments.

In the coming hours, an oil agreement is imminent between the Baghdad and Erbil governments.

2025-07-08 | 04:14

Expectations indicate that an oil agreement is imminent between Federal Government And the region Kurdistan It may be put on the table today. Iraqi Council of Ministers For a vote, it is expected to enter into force within the next few days. This agreement holds a glimmer of hope for resolving the region’s long-standing Read more…

It includes sonar devices.. An American convoy loaded with sonar devices leaves Ain al-Asad base towards Baghdad.

It includes sonar devices.. An American convoy loaded with sonar devices leaves Ain al-Asad base towards Baghdad.

7-8-2025

Information / Anbar..
A security source in Anbar province reported on Tuesday that a US military convoy comprising more than 15 large vehicles equipped with sonar equipment departed from the Ain al-Asad base in the al-Baghdadi area of ​​Hit district, west of Anbar, heading towards the capital, Baghdad, using the international highway.

The source told Al-Maalouma News Agency that “the American convoy set off Read more…

Al-Fartousi: The face of maritime corruption in Iraq, supported by the highest levels

Al-Fartousi: The face of maritime corruption in Iraq, supported by the highest levels

7-8-2025

Information / Baghdad..
While the Iraqi government seeks to announce economic reforms and combat corruption, dark files within sensitive state institutions are once again resurfacing, most notably Iraq’s ports. According to parliamentary sources, these ports have become a front for political influence and dubious deals, run by Read more…

Netanyahu nominates Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize

Netanyahu nominates Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize

2025-07-08

Shafaq News – Washington
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced the nomination of US President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize.

During his meeting with Trump at the White House, Netanyahu said, “I would like to deliver to you the letter I sent to the Nobel Committee, which is your nomination Read more…

The Iraqi dinar continues its “slight” recovery against the dollar.

The Iraqi dinar continues its “slight” recovery against the dollar.

2025-07-08 00:47

Shafaq News – Baghdad / Erbil
The dollar exchange rate against the dinar fell on Tuesday morning in markets in Baghdad and Erbil, the capital of the Kurdistan Region.

A Shafaq News Agency correspondent said that the dollar exchange rate decreased Read more…

The Iraqi presidencies meet and issue three decisions, one of which concerns the Khor Abdullah agreement with Kuwait.

The Iraqi presidencies meet and issue three decisions, one of which concerns the Khor Abdullah agreement with Kuwait.

2025-07-08 02:49

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The three presidencies held a meeting today, Tuesday, at the Baghdad Palace, attended by Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, President Abdul Latif Jamal Rashid, and Parliament Speaker Mahmoud al-Mashhadani.

A statement issued by Al-Sudani’s office stated that the meeting discussed Read more…

With the TIR system, Iraq is a “highway” from Türkiye to the Gulf.

With the TIR system, Iraq is a “highway” from Türkiye to the Gulf.

2025-07-08 04:44

Shafaq News – Special Translation
Iraq, along with Turkey and Kuwait, has inaugurated a new land route between them. The Geneva-based International Road Transport Union (IRU) declared this a “major achievement” that will significantly reduce transit times, enhance trade efficiency and flexibility, and open up major Gulf markets to Turkey via Iraq.

The International Transport Union (ITU) stated Read more…

Basra: A giant yard for receiving containers from the Gulf

Basra: A giant yard for receiving containers from the Gulf

2025-07-08 06:41

Shafaq News – Basra
The General Company for Iraqi Ports announced on Tuesday that it is close to completing the largest container handling yard within the Grand Faw Port project, overlooking the Arabian Gulf, confirming that the completion rate has reached 94%.

Director General of Iraqi Ports, Read more…

US Embassy in Baghdad: We continue to operate, and the staff’s departure is temporary for security reasons.

US Embassy in Baghdad: We continue to operate, and the staff’s departure is temporary for security reasons.

2025-07-08 06:27

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The US Embassy in Baghdad confirmed on Tuesday that its mission in the Iraqi capital and the Consulate General in Erbil remain open and operating as usual, stressing its commitment to advancing US policy priorities in Iraq, supporting its sovereignty, and engaging with Iraqi leaders Read more…

Customs announces the implementation of an electronic lock system at Umm Qasr Port.

Customs announces the implementation of an electronic lock system at Umm Qasr Port.

2025-07-08

The General Authority of Customs announced, on Tuesday, the implementation of an electronic lock system to track shipments from Umm Qasr Central. The authority stated in a statement, “In implementation of the directives of Prime Minister Eng. Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani, to implement the electronic lock system to track Read more…

Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 7-7-2025

Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 7-7-2025

7-7-2025 Newshound Guru Militia Man Article: “Special representative of the Secretary General of the United Nations in Iraq…stressing the country has become open to foreign investments…The stability achieved in Iraq did not come by chance but is the fruit of collective will and precious sacrifices. Iraq distanced itself from the surrounding political problems…We only expect to see a strong and regional and global status for the country of Iraq.” It’s so true. Everything that’s been happening…the last two and a half to three years has been utterly stellar. It’s been phenomenal…It’s a testament that Iraq is safe, secure and has sustainability. Read more…

Budget tables: a legislative priority before the end of the session

Budget tables: a legislative priority before the end of the session

07/07/2025

As the legislative recess approaches its end, parliamentary demands are mounting for the approval of the general budget schedules before the conclusion of the current parliamentary session. This demand is a pivotal tool for ensuring the provision of services and the implementation of government programs, given the economic Read more…

Clarification regarding the “local card” launched by the Central Bank of Iraq

Clarification regarding the “local card” launched by the Central Bank of Iraq

2025-07-07 | 07:55

An informed source revealed, on Monday, details about the local card project that was announced. Central Bank of Iraq recently.

The source said to Alsumaria News “Local card” means a system of payment cards in Iraqi dinars that is Central Bank of Iraq Responsible for it and monitoring it, and it operates on simple Read more…