Comprehensive redevelopment of “Al-Habaniyah Tourist Resort”: Hotel, 377 chalets, and a safari city by 2027
2026-10-31
Shafaq News – Anbar
The tourist city of Habbaniyah in Anbar province is heading towards a new phase of development and reconstruction, which includes the construction of a hotel and 377 chalets, the rehabilitation of recreational and service facilities, and the creation of a safari city, in a project aimed at reviving one of the most prominent tourist destinations in Iraq, and stimulating economic activity in the province. Read more…
A source suggests that Iraqi retirees’ pensions for November will be released tomorrow, Sunday.
2026-10-31
Shafaq News – Baghdad
An informed source indicated on Saturday that the pensions for the month of November will be disbursed on Sunday, noting that the relevant authorities are currently working to complete the necessary administrative and technical procedures to launch the disbursement process. Read more…
Iranian committees discuss Washington’s proposals in Qatar; a “positive atmosphere” prevails in the negotiations.
2026-10-31
Shafaq News – Follow-up
Saudi media reported on Saturday that Iranian committees have been formed to discuss American proposals related to the nuclear file, following what they described as a “positive message” from US Vice President JD Vance, amid a positive atmosphere prevailing in the course of negotiations and expectations of a breakthrough in the coming period. Read more…
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Central Bank of Iraq: No changes to the terms and requirements for gold trading companies
2026-10-31
Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Central Bank of Iraq denied on Saturday what some media platforms and social media sites have reported regarding a decision to reduce the minimum capital requirements for gold trading companies, and what the news included in terms of figures and details related to the classification of these companies and their work requirements. Read more…
Import Control Authority: State revenues up to last August amounted to approximately 45.355 trillion dinars
10-31-2026
The General Authority for Monitoring the Allocation of Federal Revenues announced on Saturday that revenues reached approximately 45.355 trillion dinars by the end of August. It also indicated that 77% of Iraq’s revenues up to August 2026 were oil-related. The head of the General Authority for Monitoring the Allocation of Federal Revenues, Suzan Abdullah Mohammed, told the official news agency that “the 2027 budget is still in the drafting stage Read more…
Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 10-30-2026
10-30-2026 Newshound Guru Ariel Banks that Know about the RV Exist…are already moving. Compliance teams are building RV-ready desks. Private wealth offices are tripling staff…Some branches have internally flagged IQD holders and said come back post-reval. That’s not rumor that’s positioning. The institutions are pre-building for a wave of new high-net-worth clients who aren’t on the books yet… Read more…
Oil surpasses $117 a barrel, while gold falls to its lowest level in a year.
2026-10-30 07:14
Shafaq News – Follow-up
Brent crude prices rose on Friday to above $117 a barrel, while spot gold prices fell by 2% to their lowest level since November 2025.
Media outlets reported that Brent crude surpassed $117 a barrel amid fears of renewed strikes on Iran and escalating tensions in the region.
Meanwhile, spot gold fell 2.1% to $3,935.26 an ounce, and gold futures dropped Read more…
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Al-Sakini confirms the existence of American plans to ensure that agricultural crops are not imported from Iran.
10-30-2026
Information/Baghdad…
Ibrahim al-Sakini, a member of the State of Law Coalition, confirmed the existence of American plans aimed at preventing trade and the import of agricultural crops and foodstuffs from Iran.
Al-Sakini told Al-Maalouma, “Attempts to close some border crossings with Iran will lead to a disruption in the flow of goods, commodities, and foodstuffs, Read more…
Al-Jubouri: Raising the dollar exchange rate doubles agricultural production costs by 20%
10=30-2026
The former member of the Parliamentary Committee on Agriculture and Water ,
Thaer al-Jubouri, confirmed on Friday that agricultural production costs in Iraq have increased by 15 to 20 percent following the rise in the dollar exchange rate, noting that this will place a heavy burden on farmers in the country.
Speaking to Al-Maalomah, al-Jubouri explained that “the agricultural sector in Iraq has faced accumulated challenges over many years, particularly the very high rates of production costs.” Read more…
Iraq regains full membership in the International Olive Council
2026-10-30
Shafaq News – Madrid
The Iraqi Ministry of Agriculture announced on Thursday evening that Iraq has regained its full membership in the International Olive Council, after fulfilling the legal and diplomatic requirements.
During a ceremony held at the Council’s headquarters in Madrid, organized by the Iraqi Embassy in Spain in cooperation with the Executive Secretariat, the Iraqi flag was raised in the presence of the Executive Director, representatives of member states, and ambassadors. Read more…
Washington accuses Iran of “exploiting factions to steal Iraq’s resources” and rejects its role in stabilizing the country.
2026-10-30
Shafaq News – Washington
The US State Department affirmed on Friday that Washington’s strategy towards Iraq is based on supporting its sovereignty and enhancing its security and economic stability, while stressing that Iran cannot play any role in achieving these goals, accusing Tehran of exploiting armed factions to seize the resources of the Iraqi people. Read more…
CENTCOM: We helped the Gulf transport 1.5 billion barrels of oil since the summer
2026-10-30
Shafaq News – Washington
The commander of the US Central Command (CENTCOM) announced on Friday that US forces had removed Iranian mines from the Strait of Hormuz, stressing that the forces remain vigilant to ensure freedom of navigation in the waterway.
The commander of CENTCOM said in a statement seen by Shafaq News Agency that he visited US forces in the Middle East this week and saw oil tankers crossing the Strait of Hormuz. Read more…
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Reuters: Qatari mediators have returned to Iran
10-30-2026
A source familiar with the matter told Reuters that Qatari mediators returned to Tehran on Friday as part of efforts to broker an agreement between the United States and Iran. The source added that the mediation talks are being conducted in coordination with Washington.
In the same vein, The Washington Post quoted US officials as saying that Iranian leaders viewed Vice President J.D. Vance’s direct message as a sign of respect, but there are still no indications Read more…
World Bank: We are discussing with the Iraqi government granting it a loan program for “financial rescue”.
10-30-2026
The World Bank announced (Thursday, October 29, 2026) that it held a series of meetings with the Iraqi government to explore “opportunities to provide financial loans to Baghdad in order to develop a financial rescue program for the Iraqi economy.”
The bank, according to its spokeswoman Julia Kozak, said that the Iraqi economy is expected to shrink by Read more…
Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 10-29-2026
10-29-2026 Newshound Guru Jeff The news is phenomenal…We have seen news like this every so many years working its way to this point and then it’s like a wall gets thrown up. The news is never able to reach this point. Right now we are at the closest point since the US troops have left…They’re now achieving stability and sovereignty…Because of that, with the US troops out now, they’ve progressed farther along in these final steps than we’ve ever witnessed. Read more…
International Monetary Fund: We are preparing to lend to Iraq
2026-10-29
Shafaq News – Washington
The International Monetary Fund announced on Thursday that it is preparing a new lending program for Iraq, whose economy has been severely damaged by the repercussions of the war with Iran, after beginning talks with authorities in Baghdad.
“Our plan now is to engage with the authorities to better understand their Read more…
Al-Zaydi assumes the presidency of the intelligence service.
2026-10-29
Shafaq News – Baghdad
The spokesman for the Commander-in-Chief of the Iraqi Armed Forces, Sabah al-Nu’man, announced on Thursday evening that Prime Minister Ali Faleh al-Zaidi had assumed the duties of the head of the intelligence service from a lower position.
Al-Nu’man said in a statement received Read more…
The central bank denies printing new currency and announces that the exchange rate gap has narrowed to 9%.
10-29-2026
Central Bank Governor Nizar Nasser Hussein confirmed on Thursday that talk of printing new currency is inaccurate, noting that the difference between the official exchange rate and the parallel market rate has decreased from 24% previously to 9% currently.
The media office of the House of Representatives stated in a statement that the Parliamentary Investment and Development Committee, headed by the oldest member, MP Nahida Al-Daini, conducted a visit to the Central Bank Read more…
The Popular Mobilization Forces Law is caught in the crossfire of disputes… Why did the government withdraw it from parliament?
10-29-2026
Information/Report…
Many questions have been raised about the motives and objectives behind the government’s decision to withdraw the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) law from parliament. Parliamentary sources have confirmed disagreements within the council regarding several clauses of the law, which is delaying its enactment indefinitely, possibly until next year. This is especially concerning Read more…
MP: The money recovery law will end the inflation of officials’ wealth.
10-29-2026
Information/Baghdad…
Member of Parliament, MP Mohammed Karim, affirmed on Thursday that the passage of the Asset Recovery Law is among the most important laws that will define the mechanism for managing public funds. He indicated that it will represent a new starting point for empowering the judiciary and the Integrity Commission in pursuing corrupt individuals.
Karim told the Information Agency, “This law is of paramount importance Read more…
