Trump: We will be guardians of the Strait of Hormuz and we will charge fees for it (Update)
2026-07-13
Shafaq News – Washington
US President Donald Trump announced on Monday that the United States would take control of the Strait of Hormuz, asserting that his country would impose fees in exchange for guarding the strategic waterway.
Trump said, in remarks reported by Fox News, that “the United States will be the guardian of the Strait of Hormuz.”
Trump described Iran as “a bunch of bad people,” in a reference to the continuing tension between Washington and Tehran over maritime security in the Gulf. Read more…
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The State Administration meeting focused on al-Zaidi’s visit to Washington and the fight against corruption.
2026-07-13
Shafaq News – Baghdad
The media office of the Prime Minister, Ali al-Zidi, revealed on Sunday evening the outcomes of the State Administration meeting, which addressed a number of important issues, most notably the Washington visit and the campaign to pursue those involved in combating corruption.
The office stated in a statement received by Shafaq News Agency that Al-Zaidi hosted a meeting of the State Administration Coalition at the Government Palace, in the presence of President Nizar Amidi, Speaker of Parliament Hebat Hamad Al-Halbousi, President of the Supreme Judicial Council Faiq Zaidan, and President of the Kurdistan Region Nechirvan Barzani. Read more…
Al-Zaidi leaves Baghdad for Washington
2026-07-13
Shafaq News – Baghdad
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Faleh al-Zaidi left the capital, Baghdad, early Monday morning, heading to the United States of America on an official visit at the head of a large governmental and economic delegation.
Before leaving the country, Al-Zaidi confirmed that he was heading to Washington at the head of a governmental and economic delegation, with the aim of translating the strength of Iraqi-American relations into economic and investment partnerships in a number of vital sectors.
Al-Zaidi said in a tweet on the X website that the delegation seeks to expand cooperation with the United States in Read more…
The Iraqi judiciary seizes properties and factories worth 69 billion dinars in the Al-Jumaili case.
2026-07-13
Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Iraqi Judicial Council announced on Monday the seizure of properties and factories worth 69 billion dinars in the case of the Deputy Minister of Oil for Liquidation Affairs, Adnan al-Jumaili.
The Nineveh Investigation Court, which specializes in integrity cases, explained that judicial decisions were issued to seize 9 commercial properties and 3 flour production plants in the city of Mosul, with a total value of about 69 billion Iraqi dinars, in addition to 7 modern transport trucks, each valued at $200,000, Read more…
No retreat until the big heads are removed
2026-07-13 01:18
Prof. Dr. Mohammed Al-Rubaie
The country is passing through a crucial historical juncture in its declared war against the scourge of corruption that has plagued the state for many years. Amid this confrontation, attention is focused on the recent measures taken by Prime Minister Ali al-Zubaidi, which have generated significant momentum in pursuing those involved in squandering the nation’s resources. Here, we must be clear and decisive in defining the public’s position: we support these measures and strongly endorse them, as long as they target and punish those caught in corruption Read more…
Tehran: The memorandum of understanding with Washington has “ended”.
2026-07-13
Shafaq News – Tehran
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman and negotiating team member Ismail Baghaei confirmed on Monday that the memorandum of understanding signed with the United States “has practically ended,” while stressing that all American bases in the region are now within Iran’s “target bank.”
Baqaei opened his weekly press conference by greeting the Iraqi people for their participation in the funeral of the late Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, noting that “Tehran takes into consideration and puts on its agenda the popular demands in Iran calling for revenge for Khamenei’s blood.” Read more…
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A decree orders the blocking of online betting platforms and the lifting of the ban on IMDb.
2026-07-13
Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Monday, Iraqi Minister of Communications Mustafa Sanad announced that the ministry had directed the banning of all electronic betting and gambling platforms in Iraq, stressing that the decision was made for reasons related to the public interest.
In a statement, Sand said the ban aims to reduce economic risks, digital addiction algorithms, and targeted financial drain that threaten societal stability. Read more…
Al-Zaidi at the White House: A sustainable partnership or just crisis management?
2026-07-13
Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Monday, Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Faleh al-Zaidi headed to the US capital, Washington, at the head of a high-level governmental and economic delegation, in what is considered his first visit since taking office, amid complex regional circumstances, most notably the renewed tension between the United States and Iran, and its potential repercussions on Iraq and energy markets.
The visit encompasses multiple dimensions, starting with strengthening economic and investment relations Read more…
596 trillion dinars were spent on electricity… so why did this spending turn into a chronic economic crisis?
7-13-2026
Researcher Shatha Khalil
notes that from 2005 to 2023, media outlets and political statements circulated a shocking figure: spending on Iraq’s electricity sector reached approximately 596 trillion and 265 billion dinars. However, this figure should not be presented as definitive before the publication of a unified official statement detailing expenditures year by year, separating investment spending from operational expenses, fuel subsidies, employee salaries, and gas and electricity imports. Nevertheless, Iraqis don’t need a single figure to grasp the magnitude of the problem; international institutions themselves confirm that the electricity sector has drained enormous Read more…
Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 7-12-2026
7-12-2026 Newshound Guru Stephen I do believe we are getting closer to the end of this Iraqi dinar valuation ride. I wanted to go over a few different possible rate outcomes – How much dinar you would need to own in order to…walk away with…the amount you’re looking for? …Do I believe the Iraqi dinar will revalue at 10 cents? I personally do not. However I think it is important to be prepared for all possible scenarios…Iraq might want to revalue at a very low rate to pull in a lot of notes, to get a lot of people to exchange quickly and then possibly raise the rate…I based my entire Iraqi dinar investment on 10-cent revaluation. This way if the revaluation comes out a lot higher I’m going to be happy…If your target is to walk away with $1 million, at 10-cent RV, you would need 10 million Iraqi dinar…If your goal was to walk away with $10 million then you’d need to own 100 million Iraqi dinar, that’s roughly $100,000 (invested)… Read more…
The President of the Kurdistan Region departs for Baghdad to participate in a meeting of the State Administration Coalition.
2026-07-12
Shafaq News – Erbil
The Kurdistan Region Presidency announced on Sunday evening that the region’s president, Nechirvan Barzani, was heading to the federal capital, Baghdad.
In a statement received by Shafaq News Agency, she said that Nechirvan Barzani, President of the Kurdistan Region, left this evening for the capital, Baghdad, in response to an invitation from the State Administration Coalition to participate in the coalition’s Read more…
Abdul Hadi: The decision on the remaining ministerial portfolios in Ali Zaidi’s government may be postponed until August.
7-12-2026
Information/Special…
Member of the Coordination Framework, Uday Abdul-Hadi, confirmed on Sunday that finalizing the nominations for the remaining ministerial portfolios in Ali Zaidi’s government may be delayed until next August, attributing this to the continued lack of political consensus.
Abdul-Hadi explained to Al-Maalouma that “the absence of a comprehensive agreement among the various political forces has led to the delay in finalizing the nominations for nine ministerial portfolios in Ali Zaidi’s government.” Read more…
Exclusive: Names of 27 people who will accompany al-Zaidi to Washington
2026-07-12
Shafaq News – Baghdad
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi will head to the US capital, Washington, on Monday, at the head of a high-level delegation that includes five ministers, heads of parliamentary committees, the governor of the central bank, and others.
Shafaq News Agency obtained a list of the names of the government delegation accompanying Al-Zidi during his visit to the United States, which also includes deputies and advisors, to discuss political, security, economic and investment files with the American administration.
The delegation includes Read more…
Alarming leaks: Is the “Iraqis’ sustenance” going to finance the Zionist-American war machine with two million barrels per day?
7-12-2026
Information / Special..
MP Miqdad al-Khafaji, from the Rights Movement, revealed today, Sunday, that Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi deliberately exceeded constitutional powers and signed “secret” agreements with the American side, stipulating that Washington’s strategic reserves be compensated with about half a million barrels of Iraqi oil per day, without returning to the House of Representatives.
Al-Khafaji told Al-Maalouma that “Al-Zidi’s resorting to concluding such sensitive agreements on the sidelines of his visit to Washington, away from parliamentary cover, is a clear violation,” stressing that “any agreement Read more…
Boroujerdi: Revenge against Trump and Netanyahu is inevitable
7-12-2026
The Information Agency/Follow-up…
Alaeddin Boroujerdi, a member of the National Security and Foreign Policy Committee in the Iranian Parliament, affirmed that “avenging the blood of the late leader Ali Khamenei and the martyrs is an inevitable duty.”
Boroujerdi stated in a statement followed by the Information Agency, “Trump, Netanyahu, and their executive agents should expect, at any moment, an act of revenge at the hands of the free people of the world.”
He added, “No place in the world, not even the White House, will be safe for Read more…
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Al-Moussawi: The current parliamentary session differs from its predecessors in combating corruption.
7-12-2026
The Information Agency / Baghdad…
MP Ahmed al-Moussawi affirmed on Sunday that the current parliamentary session differs from its predecessors in its handling of corruption cases and the pursuit of those involved in stealing public funds. He stressed that the Parliament will continue to exercise its oversight role by questioning officials suspected of corruption.
Al-Moussawi told the Information Agency, “The current parliamentary session differs from its predecessors in terms of combating corruption and pursuing those involved in stealing public funds.” Read more…
Details of the arrest of “Al-Zubaidi” and two of his sons in a security operation in Baghdad
7-12-2026
Information/Anbar…
A security source revealed on Sunday that a force from the Counter-Terrorism Service carried out a security operation in the Al-Harithiya area of central Baghdad, resulting in the arrest of former MP and head of the Parliamentary Integrity Committee, Talal Al-Zubaie, and two of his sons.
The source stated that “the force raided Al-Zubaie’s house and took him, along with his sons Omar and Haroun, to the requesting authority for questioning regarding information related to the accumulation of wealth and the possession of large sums of money.” The source explained that “a confidential informant Read more…
Risks and gains at the Washington summit: Will al-Zaidi’s “magic” work with Trump?
2026-07-12
Shafaq News – Special Translation
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi, through his visit to Washington, faces a new and difficult reality, as he finds himself forced to deal with an American administration that has moved away from the idea of a “historical commitment” to Baghdad, and now seems more willing to distance itself from the relationship unless it is convinced that it brings direct benefits to the United States.
According to a report by the Atlantic Council , translated by Shafaq News Agency, al-Zaidi, who enjoys strong American support for his administration, is expected to confirm his readiness to disarm Iranian-backed factions and Read more…
Exclusive: The coordinating body inspects al-Zaidi’s bags before meeting Trump
2026-07-12
Shafaq News – Baghdad
Amer Al-Fayez, leader of the “Design” Alliance and a leading figure in the Coordination Framework, confirmed on Sunday that Prime Minister Ali Al-Zaidi briefed the Framework’s forces on the issues he will discuss during his scheduled visit to Washington tomorrow, noting that the visit’s agenda focuses primarily on the economy and investment, in addition to his participation in a regional meeting discussing the repercussions of the war with Iran.
Al-Fayez told Shafaq News Agency that “Al-Zidi presented to the Coordination Framework forces all the files that he Read more…
Trump: The Strait of Hormuz is open
2026-07-12
Shafaq News – Washington
US President Donald Trump confirmed on Sunday that the Strait of Hormuz remains open to shipping, after Iran claimed to have closed the waterway.
Trump wrote in a brief post on the Truth Social platform that “the Strait of Hormuz is open,” adding that “the United States has dealt severe blows to Iran,” referring to the recent strikes carried out by US forces.
The US Central Command announced earlier on Sunday that more than 140 ships had passed through the Strait Read more…
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