Al-Zaidi reveals the agenda of his upcoming meeting with Trump in Washington
2026-07-12
Shafaq News – Baghdad
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zubaidi revealed on Sunday that his upcoming talks with US President Donald Trump will focus on strengthening the partnership between Baghdad and Washington, attracting US investments to Iraq, developing security and economic cooperation, and expanding the Strategic Framework Agreement.
In an article published in the Washington Post entitled “Why I’m Going to Washington,” Al-Zaidi said he would Read more…
He was a staunch supporter of the 2003 Iraq War… Death of American Republican hawk Lindsey Graham
2026-07-12
Shafaq News – Washington
American media outlets announced on Sunday the death of Republican Senator Lindsey Graham at the age of 71, following a “sudden and sudden health crisis”.
A distinguished career and a military background
Lindsey Graham was born in July 1955 in South Carolina. He studied law before joining the military as a prosecutor and legal advisor in the U.S. Air Force, where he served on several fronts, including the 1991 Gulf War against Iraq. He retired as a colonel in the reserves in 2015. Read more…
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New Iranian targeting of Bahrain, UAE and Jordan: “Only material damage”
2026-07-12
Shafaq News – Jordan/UAE/Bahrain
Jordan announced on Sunday that three missiles coming from Iranian territory had fallen in a number of locations within the kingdom. While the UAE confirmed that the detected missile threats were outside the country’s borders, Bahrain indicated that the sirens had sounded again.
The Jordanian news agency Petra quoted an official in the General Command of the Jordanian Armed Forces as saying that the missiles that fell in the country did not result in any human casualties, Read more…
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Masoud Barzani on Graham: His supportive stances will remain immortal in the memory of the Kurdish people.
2026-07-12
Shafaq News – Erbil
Kurdish leader Masoud Barzani expressed his deepest condolences on Sunday for the death of “a friend of the Kurdish people,” US Republican Senator Lindsey Graham.
The Kurdish leader said in a post on social media that he received with great sadness and sorrow the news of the death of Senator Lindsey Graham, adding: “His name and his supportive and sincere positions on the legitimate rights of the Kurdish people will remain immortal in the memory of this people.” Read more…
As confirmed by Shafaq News, Al-Zaidi will travel to Washington tomorrow.
2026-07-12
Shafaq News – Baghdad
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zubaidi will head to the US capital, Washington, on Monday, at the head of a high-level delegation, in a visit that Baghdad has confirmed is of great importance, especially as it comes at a delicate regional time.
Iraqi government spokesman Haider al-Aboudi said at a press conference attended by Shafaq News Agency that “al-Zaidi’s visit to the United States is an embodiment of developing balanced foreign relations Read more…
Qatar threatens Iran with “retaliation” and suspends maritime navigation.
2026-07-12
Shafaq News – Doha
On Sunday, Qatar threatened to retaliate against Iranian attacks and ordered a halt to maritime navigation.
The Qatari Foreign Ministry said in a statement: “We condemn in the strongest terms the renewed Iranian attacks on our territory and on a number of sister countries.”
She added: “We reserve our full right to respond in accordance with international law and the UN Charter and to Read more…
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The Kurdistan Democratic Party announces its readiness to activate the Kurdistan Parliament “without conditions”.
2026-07-12
Shafaq News – Erbil
Kamal Kirkuki, a member of the political bureau of the Kurdistan Democratic Party and head of its relations office, confirmed on Sunday that his party is ready to activate the Kurdistan Parliament “without any preconditions,” noting the party’s openness to all initiatives that serve the interest of activating the legislative institution and forming the new government cabinet.
Kirkuki said in a press conference attended by Shafaq News Agency that “the Kurdistan Democratic Party proudly Read more…
The Iraqi government: Restricting weapons is an internal decision, and completing the cabinet depends on agreements.
2026-07-12
Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Iraqi government confirmed on Sunday that the completion of the cabinet is still linked to political agreements between the various forces, despite two months having passed since the confidence vote was granted to 14 ministers.
Government spokesman Haider al-Aboudi stressed that the issue of restricting weapons to the state is an Iraqi decision aimed at securing the atmosphere and consolidating internal stability, as it is a fundamental step to revive the Iraqi economy and create Read more…
“The collapse of the pretext” is behind the escalation by Iraqi factions… What awaits the resistance’s weapons after two months?
2026-07-12
Shafaq News – Baghdad/Washington
The rhetoric of escalation from a number of armed factions in Iraq has resurfaced in recent days, coinciding with rapid internal and regional developments, most notably the controversy surrounding the issue of restricting weapons to the state, and the anti-corruption campaign launched by the government.
In addition to the large funeral processions for former Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei in Najaf and Karbala, which political parties saw as an indication of the continued popular and political presence of forces close to Tehran. Read more…
Exclusive: Iraq records 50 earthquakes in one month
2026-07-12
Shafaq News – Baghdad
Ali Abdul Khaliq, director of the Seismic Monitoring Department at the General Authority for Meteorology and Seismic Monitoring, revealed on Sunday that 50 earthquakes were recorded in Iraq and neighboring regions during the month of June, stressing that no human losses were recorded.
Abdul Khaliq told Shafaq News Agency that “the Iraqi seismic monitoring network recorded a total of 50 earthquakes during June 2026, including 22 earthquakes inside Iraq Read more…
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard decides to close the Strait of Hormuz until further notice
7-12-2026
On Sunday, the Iranian Revolutionary Guard decided to close the Strait of Hormuz until further notice.
The Revolutionary Guard said in a statement that “foreign interference in determining the routes of ships within the Strait of Hormuz will lead to decisive measures,” noting that several ships ignored warnings and tried to sail in an unauthorized route, despite its demand that they correct their course and adhere to the approved route.
He added that “one of the ships, which endangered maritime security after disabling its systems, was subjected to Read more…
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The Guardian: Europe may capitulate to Iran and pay tolls to pass through the Strait of Hormuz
7-12-2026
The Guardian reported that European countries do not rule out the possibility of paying fees to ensure the passage of ships through the Strait of Hormuz, if it is voluntary, as the newspaper stated that this European move comes as a step to ensure the safety of navigation in light of regional tensions.
According to the newspaper, European capitals believe that tolls should be voluntary and regulated by the International Maritime Organization (IMO), a UN agency. Europe suggests considering the situation in the Strait of Malacca as a model; crossing that waterway does not require tolls, but states and private companies make voluntary Read more…
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Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 7-11-2026
7-11-2026 Newshound/Intel Guru Mnt Goat Just recently the integrity commission along with the security forces inside Iraq conducted a huge sting operation called ‘Dawn Charge’. This has got Trump written all over it…president Trump is BIG in cleaning out corruption and corrupt officials. To move Iraq ahead this is a necessity. It is only through the economic hitman Tom Barrack that this movement is now making a dent in the corruption in Iraq… the end result may very well be…an entire new paradigm for Iraq and how it will conduct business and politics. This could be the start of the ‘economic revolution’ they talked about… Read more…
Exclusive: Al-Zaidi participates in a Gulf conference in Washington to discuss the “Iran war”
2026-07-11
Shafaq News – Baghdad
An informed source revealed on Saturday new details about Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi’s visit to Washington, indicating that it will include meetings with members of the US Congress, in addition to his participation in a Gulf conference in the US capital to discuss the repercussions of the Iranian war .
The source told Shafaq News Agency that “Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi, accompanied by a number of ministers and political and economic figures, will leave Baghdad for Washington next Monday, where the visit will begin with a meeting with US President Donald Trump and a number of members Read more…
Among them are “Rafidain and Rasheed”… A plan to merge 4 state-owned banks within two years
2026-07-11
Shafaq News – Baghdad
An informed government source revealed on Saturday that the Iraqi Ministry of Finance is seeking to restructure and merge a number of state-owned banks, as part of a plan aimed at improving banking performance and enhancing the efficiency of the financial sector.
The source told Shafaq News Agency that “the Ministry of Finance intends to merge Rafidain and Rasheed banks into one bank, and the Agricultural and Industrial banks will also be merged Read more…
Parliamentary source: Judicial orders expected against government figures convicted of corruption
7-11-2026
Information / Baghdad…
A parliamentary source revealed on Saturday that investigations are ongoing into those accused in corruption cases, confirming that judicial orders will soon be issued against government figures convicted of financial and administrative corruption.
The source told the Information Agency, “Investigations are still underway with those accused in corruption cases, and judicial orders will soon be issued against government figures convicted of financial and administrative corruption.” Read more…
Ishraqa Kanoun calls on Al-Zaidi to investigate Iraqi funds frozen in American accounts
7-11-2026
The Information Agency / Baghdad –
MP Hussein Sahib, from the Ishraqa Kanoun bloc, called on Prime Minister Ali al-Zubaidi on Saturday to use his official visit to Washington to raise several important issues, most notably the issue of frozen Iraqi funds abroad and the arming of security forces.
Sahib told the Information Agency, “The Prime Minister’s visit to the United States presents an opportunity to raise issues that affect Iraq’s vital interests, Read more…
Parliamentary Finance Committee reveals details of the 2027 budget
7-11-2026
The head of the parliamentary finance committee, Uday Awad, revealed on Saturday the most prominent aspects of the 2027 budget proposal, explaining that it will adopt a program and performance budget in a number of government institutions and agencies.
Awad told Al-Maalomah News Agency, “The 2027 budget will be a program and performance budget, while the remaining sections will be structured according to the program and performance guidelines.” He explained that “this approach comes within the framework of developing budget preparation Read more…
A legal expert explains the fate of the corrupt individuals’ money and properties.
7-11-2026
Information / Baghdad…
Legal expert Ali al-Tamimi confirmed on Saturday that the government cannot confiscate or directly dispose of funds, assets, and real estate seized during investigations into those accused of financial and administrative corruption. Instead, these are deposited in a special fund until final judicial rulings are issued.
Al-Tamimi told the Information Agency that “the seizure of funds, real estate, and vehicles belonging to those accused of corruption by security and oversight agencies falls under temporary Read more…
The era of transparency: Parliament confronts corruption with the weapon of interrogations.
7-11-2026
Information / Report…
In a move that heralds a crucial transitional phase, parliamentary oversight has returned with unprecedented force. Parliamentary procedures are no longer mere routine actions, but have transformed into a public confrontation aimed at unlocking long-standing corruption cases and reactivating the long-dormant tool of parliamentary questioning. Under the dome of the assembly, the walls of silence have begun to crumble as sensitive issues and suspicions of public funds mismanagement emerge from closed drawers into platforms of transparency and accountability. This places Read more…
