The dollar continues its rise… the Iranian toman falls to 265,000
2026-10-03
Shafaq News – Tehran
The Iranian toman continued its decline against the US dollar on Saturday, hitting a new low in the free market, in an extension of the downward trend that the Iranian currency has experienced recently.
According to currency and gold price data in Iran, the selling price of the US dollar reached about 265,050 tomans, compared to Read more…
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Proof of source of funds and vague fees: Institutional obstacles hindering trade regulation in Iraq
2026-10-03
Shafaq News – Baghdad
Manar Al-Obaidi, head of the “Iraq Future” Foundation for Economic Studies and Consultations, criticized on Saturday the obstacles and impediments facing traders in Iraq from the stage of establishing their companies and projects through obtaining hard currency to the banking procedures related to this matter, warning of the consequences of the bureaucracy facing the labor market and its impact on increasing the unemployment rate in the country. Read more…
Iraq is the third largest Arab country in terms of gold holdings during the month.
2026-10-03
Shafaq News – Baghdad
Data from the World Gold Council for September 2026 showed that the total gold reserves of the Arab countries listed in the table of the top 100 holders amounted to 1,649.1 tons.
Saudi Arabia topped the list of Arab countries with reserves of 323.1 tons, followed by Lebanon with 286.8 tons, then Iraq with 175.6 tons, Read more…
Iran thanks Al-Zaidi for facilitating the launch of 40 daily flights through Najaf Airport
2026-10-03
Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Iranian embassy in Baghdad expressed its gratitude on Saturday to Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi for his support and follow-up regarding the launch of 40 daily flights by Iranian airlines between the two countries via Najaf International Airport.
In a statement published on the “X” platform, the embassy expressed its hope that relations would witness a remarkable development Read more…
The State of Law coalition nominates Yasser Sakheel and Haider Bahaa for the Interior and Higher Education portfolios, respectively.
2026-10-03
Shafaq News – Baghdad
An informed source stated on Saturday that the State of Law coalition, led by Nouri al-Maliki, has officially nominated Yasser Sakheel for the Ministry of Interior portfolio.
The source told Shafaq News Agency that the coalition also nominated Haider Bahaa, who currently serves as Read more…
The coordination framework calls for de-escalation and sets a deadline for addressing the weapons issue.
10-3-2026
The Coordination Framework affirmed on Saturday the importance of continuing to strengthen the state of institutions and the rule of law, calling on all parties to fully commit to a comprehensive truce.
The framework stated in a statement that the responsible positions of the factions towards the public interest and their commitment to the agreement document are appreciated, noting that this came after a great effort Read more…
Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 10-2-2026
10-2-2026 Newshound Guru Stephen If you have been holding for a long time like I have it’s okay to be excited because we have never seen Iraq make this much progress as they have…Iraq gaining their full sovereignty, they finally having a prime minister who is a business guy. He’s a banker. He likes money. He was installed by the Trump administration to help facilitate and bring about these monetary and banking reforms and all the changes we are seeing…We have a lot to look forward to…We are pretty darn close to the end of this ride. Read more…
MP Safaa Al-Jabri: Setting a date to finalize the completion of the government cabinet
10-2-2026
The Sadiqun parliamentary bloc announced on Friday that the completion of the government cabinet is scheduled to be finalized next week.
MP Safaa Al-Jabri, speaking on the Al-Sumaria TV program “Al-Ala’na,” said that “a session is expected to be held on Tuesday or Wednesday of next week to vote on completing the government cabinet.”
In response to a question about the possibility of Sadiqun giving up its entitlement, he affirmed that “the bloc will Read more…
With the exception of an American passenger, the Iraqi government announced the operation of 40 flights between Najaf Airport and Iran.
2026-10-02
Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Iraqi government announced on Friday that it had reached an agreement allowing 40 daily flights to and from Najaf International Airport for Iranian airlines, with the exception of Mahan Air.
The Prime Minister’s Media Office said in a statement received by Shafaq News Agency that this came “within the framework of the government’s efforts to facilitate the movement of travelers and visitors coming to or leaving Iraq, and to support humanitarian, medical, Read more…
Trump: Europe has agreed to release a massive amount of diesel
2026-10-02
Shafaq News – Washington
US President Donald Trump announced on Friday that Europe had agreed to release a “huge amount” of diesel fuel.
Trump said in a post on Truth Social that “Europe has just agreed to release Read more…
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Starting in December, direct flights will connect Baghdad with Berlin and Düsseldorf.
10-2-2026
Information/Baghdad..
The German company Euronex announced on Friday that it will organize direct flights between Baghdad and Berlin, starting next December.
A statement from the company said that “starting from December 10, the German company Euronex, one of the formations of the aviation giant Lufthansa, will organize four weekly direct flights from Berlin and the city of Düsseldorf (western Germany) to the Iraqi capital Baghdad, with two flights from Read more…
The coordination framework is holding a meeting this evening at the Government Palace.
10-2-2026
Information/Baghdad..
The Coordination Framework will hold a meeting this Friday evening at the Government Palace in the capital, Baghdad, to discuss a number of political issues and current developments in the country.
The meeting is scheduled to address a number of political issues and current Read more…
Al-Hasnawi: We are ready to pass the Popular Mobilization Forces law without any compromises or bargaining.
10=-2-2026
Information/Baghdad…
MP Mohammed al-Hassnawi, from the Rights Movement, confirmed the intention and determination to pass the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) law in Parliament, away from any political bargaining or compromises, after the government announced the completion of the law and placed the onus on Parliament.
Al-Hassnawi told Al-Maalouma, “The PMF law will be passed in Parliament, Read more…
Diyala Provincial Council calls for accelerating investment in solar energy and facilitating the entry of companies
10-2-2026
The Diyala Provincial Council revealed on Friday details of an official request to expedite investment in renewable energy and provide greater flexibility and streamlining for companies and investors operating in this sector.
Council Chairman Omar al-Karawi explained to Al-Maalomah that “Diyala and other provinces are suffering from an electricity crisis,” noting that “what currently reaches the province through the national grid does not exceed 30% of the actual need.”
He added that Read more…
Al-Zarkoushi: Four names are on the table for deciding the Ministries of Interior and Defense… and the decision awaits consensus and voting.
10-2-2026
Information/Baghdad…
Member of the Coordination Framework, Abdul Samad al-Zarkoushi, confirmed on Friday that four names have been put forward as candidates for the Ministries of Interior and Defense, noting that the final selection of candidates will be made through political consensus and a vote in Parliament.
Al-Zarkoushi explained to Al-Maalouma that “the Ministries of Interior and Defense are important sovereign security ministries, and they Read more…
A source reveals the force tasked with protecting oil supplies to Syria… is not under the control of the central government.
10-2-2026
Al-Maalomah/Anbar…
A responsible source in Anbar province revealed on Friday that the force tasked with securing the delivery of oil supplies via tanker trucks to Syria is not under the control of the central government and does not comply with its orders, operating as it sees fit.
The source told Al-Maalomah News Agency, “The force tasked with securing the delivery of Iraqi crude oil supplies to Syria is an American force supported by air power. It is securing the road from the Baiji refinery towards the western regions, reaching the Syrian port Read more…
The Iraqi protest movement calls for an end to the mechanism for transferring oil revenues through the US Federal Reserve.
10-2-2026
Information/Baghdad..
The head of the Iraqi protest movement, Ammar al-Tamimi, called on Friday for an end to the mechanism of transferring Iraqi oil sales revenues through the US Federal Reserve, noting that the continuation of this mechanism undermines national sovereignty and gives Washington leverage over Baghdad.
Al-Tamimi explained to Al-Maalouma that “Iraqi oil sales in international markets have their proceeds paid to the US Federal Reserve before the funds Read more…
Europe is considering releasing some diesel stockpiles to contain fuel prices.
2026-10-02
Shafaq News – Follow-up
Two informed European sources said on Friday that the European Union is discussing a French proposal to draw on diesel stockpiles to calm the sharp rise in fuel prices, due to pressure from US President Donald Trump.
Reuters quoted the sources as saying that EU governments discussed in a telephone call that European countries withdraw 50 million barrels of diesel, Read more…
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Iraqi Foreign Minister from Washington: We do not want a new war in the region
2026-10-02
Shafaq News – Special Translation
Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein fears a renewed US-Iranian war and its impact on Iraq’s economy and security. In an interview with Radio Free Europe , he offered Baghdad’s readiness to mediate between Washington and Tehran, describing the end of the US military presence in Iraq as a “new chapter” that paves the way for strengthening relations further. Read more…
Al-Zaydi announces the completion of the pillars of Iraqi sovereignty and identifies 6 pillars for the new phase
2026-10-02
Shafaq News – Baghdad
Prime Minister Ali Faleh al-Zaidi sponsored the “Sovereignty Day” conference on Thursday evening, in the presence of Speaker of Parliament Hebat al-Halbousi, President of the Kurdistan Region Nechirvan Barzani, a number of officials and leaders of national political forces, and heads of diplomatic missions represented in Iraq.
Al-Zaydi said in a speech he delivered on the occasion, according to a statement received Read more…
