Carrying an initiative, Al-Zaidi visits Iran as a “mediator” to end the escalation with America.
2026-07-19
Shafaq News – Baghdad
Informed sources revealed on Sunday that Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi intends to make an official visit to the Iranian capital, Tehran, at the end of this week.
Sources told Shafaq News Agency that “Al-Zaidi’s anticipated visit to Tehran comes within the framework of an Iraqi diplomatic move aimed at strengthening Baghdad’s role in reducing regional tensions, as Al-Zaidi will carry an Iraqi initiative aimed at Read more…
Three tankers are preparing to load 6 million barrels of oil at Basra ports.
2026-07-19
Shafaq News – Basra
A source at the Iraqi Ports Company stated on Sunday that three giant oil tankers recently docked at the ports of Basra, in the far south of the country, and are preparing to load six million barrels of crude oil and sail with them towards global markets.
The source told Shafaq News Agency that the three tankers are currently in the process of loading and docking at the export ports, with a cargo of 2 million barrels each. Read more…
Shipping data: Iraq leads Gulf oil export growth despite Hormuz crisis
2026-07-19
Shafaq News – Baghdad
Data from shipping companies Kpler and Vortexa showed that Iraq was among the leading countries driving the rise in crude oil and condensate exports from the Gulf during the first half of July, at a time when the region’s exports reached their highest levels since before the outbreak of the Iran-Iraq War in late February, despite the slowdown in tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz as fighting resumed.
According to data from the two companies, exports Read more…
Among them are the Arabian gazelle and the Iraqi wolf… 134 species of animals are threatened with extinction in Iraq
2026-07-19
Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Strategic Center for Human Rights warned on Sunday of a “very serious” environmental challenge facing Iraq, represented by the continuous decline in the numbers of aquatic and terrestrial animals, indicating that the International Union for Conservation of Nature’s databases confirm the existence of 134 species of living organisms threatened with extinction within the country.
A report issued by the center, which was received by Shafaq News Agency, stated that “protecting wildlife is no longer just an environmental issue, but is directly linked to food security and the human right to a healthy environment,” Read more…
Al-Zaidi and the Emir of Qatar stress the need for all parties to respect freedom of navigation in Hormuz
2026-07-19
Shafaq News – Doha
On Sunday, Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zubaidi and Qatari Emir Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani stressed the need for the United States and Iran to commit to dialogue and diplomacy, and to implement what was agreed upon in the memorandum of understanding between the two countries, in order to guarantee freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz and enhance regional stability.
This came during an official meeting held by the two sides at Lusail Palace in the Qatari capital, Doha, which Read more…
Iraq agrees with the US to reinstate restricted banks to foreign correspondent banking channels.
7-19-2026
The Prime Minister’s Media Office announced on Saturday that Iraq and the United States have agreed to reinstate restricted banks to foreign correspondent banking channels.
The office said in a statement that “following the official visit of Prime Minister Ali Faleh al-Zaidi and his meeting with the President of the United States of America, and within the framework of ongoing efforts to strengthen bilateral relations between the two countries, the Governor of the Central Bank of Iraq held a series of high-level meetings with officials at the US Treasury.” Read more…
Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 7-18-2026
7-18-2026 Intel Guru Frank26 The articles have told you very clearly, we are in the final stage of the project of lifting the three zeros from our exchange rate to add value to the currency. You got the cockroaches…say, ‘no, you’re not.’ …You understand this is a process based on supply and demand of the Iraqi dinar…No one controls the supply and demand of the Iraq dinar. No one…It’s based on the markets. This market right now is so in love with your currency. Read more…
An Iranian military official advises Emiratis to “immediately evacuate” airports and ports
2026-07-18
Shafaq News – Tehran
An Iranian military official threatened on Saturday to target airports and ports in the UAE if the US attacks his country’s infrastructure.
Fars News Agency quoted an informed official in the Iranian armed forces as saying: “If America launches an attack tonight on the country’s civilian infrastructure, in order to protect citizens from Iranian counterattacks, the airports of Dubai and Abu Dhabi, as well as the ports of Fujairah and Jebel Ali, must be evacuated immediately.” Read more…
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A legal expert reveals the fate of corrupt individuals’ funds registered in the names of relatives.
7-18-2026
Information / Baghdad…
Legal expert Ali al-Tamimi revealed on Saturday the legal procedures the judiciary takes when corrupt individuals transfer stolen funds to their relatives or family members, explaining that penalties vary depending on the individual’s knowledge of the source of those funds. Al-Tamimi told the Information Agency that “the judiciary deals with these cases according to legal procedures that fall into two categories. The first is when the person receiving the funds is aware that they are stolen. In this case, they are considered an accomplice to the theft and are subject to the same penalty as the corrupt individual.” Read more…
Al-Maamouri demands that Al-Zaidi open an investigation into state properties: they are being used for money laundering.
7-18-2026
The former MP, Amir al-Maamouri, called on Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi on Saturday to launch an urgent investigation into state-owned properties, asserting that political parties and figures exert significant control over this sector.
Al-Maamouri stated in a statement obtained by Al-Maalomah News Agency that “the state-owned properties file requires a comprehensive and immediate review due to the illegal exploitation by some influential entities.”
He added that “a number of political parties and figures are using these properties for money laundering Read more…
The coordination framework is moving to finalize the remaining portfolios… A meeting is expected to conclude the matter.
7-18-2026
Information/Baghdad…
Member of the Coordination Framework, Uday Abdul-Hadi, confirmed on Saturday that the Framework’s forces will hold an important meeting this week to finalize the remaining ministerial portfolios in Ali al-Zaidi’s government.
Abdul-Hadi told Al-Maalouma, “The Coordination Framework forces will hold an important meeting of their leaders this week to reach a comprehensive agreement that will facilitate the nomination of candidates for the nine ministerial portfolios that remained unresolved during the parliamentary session held months ago Read more…
Al-Youssef: Resolving the remaining ministerial appointments is an internal matter, and political consensus will be the deciding factor.
7-18-2026
The Information Agency / Baghdad…
Member of Parliament, Mukhtar al-Youssef, affirmed on Saturday that the issue of completing the cabinet is a purely internal matter and is not subject to any external influences, explaining that the final decision is solely linked to the electoral entitlement and national consensus among the political blocs.
Al-Youssef told the Information Agency that “the agenda for the Prime Minister’s visit to Washington was discussed extensively within the coordination framework meeting before its commencement,” noting that “the visit focused primarily on joint Read more…
Iraq fights for its oil reserves: A battle within OPEC+ to regain its market share.
7-18-2026
Information / Report…
Iraq is waging one of its most sensitive economic battles within the OPEC+ alliance, attempting to redefine its production quota to reflect its vast oil potential. This comes after years of adhering to production restrictions that officials and experts say have deprived Baghdad of significant revenues and directly impacted the general budget and development plans.
These moves are taking place amidst rapidly changing regional and international circumstances, most notably Read more…
An Iraqi-American understanding stipulates the return of restricted banks to non-dollar correspondent banking channels.
2026-07-18
Shafaq News – Baghdad/Washington
The media office of Prime Minister Ali al-Zidi announced on Saturday that the Governor of the Central Bank of Iraq, Nizar Nasser Hussein, held a series of high-level meetings with officials at the US Treasury, which resulted in reaching a common understanding to return restricted Iraqi banks to foreign correspondent banking channels not linked to the US dollar.
A statement issued by Al-Zaydi’s media office explained that the lifting of restrictions on those banks came “after they met the approved standards and requirements in the areas of compliance and governance, and completed Read more…
Iraq outside Iran’s “cloak” and a new Arab integration… Washington strengthens al-Zaidi’s hand
2026-07-18
Shafaq News – Special Translation
An American report considered that the visit of Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi to Washington reveals an American bet on integrating Iraq into a new regional Arab axis, based on economic partnership and political stability, far from Iran’s approach based on the “axis of resistance” and confrontation with the United States and Israel.
A report by the American ” Soufan Center ” Institute, translated by Shafaq News Agency, stated that Al-Zaidi’s meetings in Washington were not limited to economic and investment cooperation, but also carried clear political and security messages, represented by American pressure to implement Baghdad’s pledges Read more…
Officially, Iraq signs a license to operate the “Starlink” company.
2026-07-18
Shafaq News – Baghdad/Washington
The Iraqi Media and Communications Commission announced on Friday evening that it had officially signed a license for the “Starlink” company to operate in the country, during a ceremony held at the American Chamber of Commerce in the United States.
The commission stated in a statement received by Shafaq News Agency that the head of the executive body of the Media and Communications Commission, Baligh Abu Kalal, signed the official license for Starlink to begin providing its services in Iraq, in the presence of Prime Minister Ali Al-Zaidi. Read more…
Al-Zaidi calls on American companies to contribute to the establishment of the energy city in the Faw Peninsula.
2026-07-18
Shafaq News – Washington
Prime Minister Ali Faleh al-Zaidi called on American companies on Friday evening to contribute to the establishment of the Energy City on the waterfront of the Faw Peninsula, along the development route.
The Prime Minister’s Media Office stated in a statement received by Shafaq News Agency that Al-Zaidi received US Energy Secretary Christopher Wright at his residence in Washington, DC. The meeting discussed ways of joint cooperation in the energy sector, the government’s plans to enhance Iraq’s Read more…
Iraq: A “nation of industry” lost between oil and imports
2026-07-18
Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Iraqi economy faces a crucial challenge in its ability to transition from an import-based model and near-total dependence on oil revenues to a productive economy with an industrial base capable of meeting part of the domestic demand, reducing the drain on foreign currency, and creating new job opportunities .
Despite Iraq possessing huge natural resources, a large consumer market, and a geographical location that qualifies it to be a link between the Gulf, Turkey, and Europe, the industrial sector still suffers from the effects of decades of Read more…
Exclusive: Washington agreements redraw the investment map in Iraq
2026-07-18
Shafaq News – Washington/ Mustafa Hashim
Ali Al-Khawam, CEO of Riyadh Investment Group, considered the signing of about 58 agreements and memoranda of understanding between Iraq and the United States during the investment conference in Washington a turning point in the course of the Iraqi economy, stressing that it paves the way for redrawing the investment map in the country, especially in the oil and gas, industry, healthcare and food security sectors.
Al-Khawam told Shafaq News Agency that what distinguishes these agreements is that they are no longer just Read more…
Al-Zaydi: The understanding with the US Treasury is a strategic step to pave the way for the return of 7 Iraqi banks to dealing in dollars.
2026-07-18
Shafaq News – Washington
Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi expressed his welcome on Saturday to the understanding reached between the Central Bank of Iraq and the US Treasury Department, describing it as “an important step in the path of reforming the banking sector and strengthening its integration into the global financial system.”
Al-Zaydi said in a post on the “X” platform that “the qualification of seven Iraqi banks to return to foreign Read more…
