Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 7-5-2026
7-5-2026 Newshound Guru Clare Article: “Dinar Surges Against Dollar as Kurdistan Traders Predict Further Parallel Market Drops” Quote: “The Iraqi dinar gained ground against the US dollar, with the parallel market rate strengthening to 154,250 dinars per $100 after coming down from a high of 157,000 dinars last week…Local currency traders attribute the market shift directly to stabilization assurances issued by the Central Bank…citizens are reversing previous trends by selling U.S. dollars for Iraqi dinars.” Read more…
Will Iraq learn its lesson? Oil storage facilities in China and India will protect it from crises.
7-5-2026
Information / Special..
Oil expert Hamza Al-Jawahiri confirmed today, Sunday, that Iraq must learn the lessons revealed by the recent crises and work to find strategic alternatives for exporting crude oil, in order to ensure that the disruption of exports due to the closure of maritime routes, especially the Strait of Hormuz, is not repeated.
Al-Jawahiri told Al-Maalouma that “the government is required to develop practical and proactive solutions to confront any crisis that may hinder oil Read more…
Qalibaf: Implementing the understanding with the United States is difficult but possible.
7-5-2026
The Iranian Parliament Speaker, Mohammad Bagher
Ghalibaf, affirmed on Sunday that implementing the agreement with the United States is difficult but possible.
Ghalibaf stated in a press conference, as reported by the Al-Maalomah news agency, that “there will be Read more…
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Exclusive: Baghdad restricts Khamenei’s funeral procession, and controversy surrounds Qaani’s entry into Iraq.
2026-07-05
Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Sunday, informed Iraqi sources revealed restrictions imposed by the Iraqi government on the funeral ceremonies for former Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei inside Iraq, for security and political reasons, including the refusal to allow the participation of leaders of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard, most notably the commander of the Quds Force, Ismail Qaani. However, a senior leader in the coordination framework refuted the information related to Qaani.
One source told Shafaq News Agency that the government of Prime Minister Ali Faleh al-Zaidi had expressed reservations from the outset about the proposal to hold a funeral procession for Khamenei in Iraq, particularly in Read more…
The Integrity Commission promises surprises in the cases of recovering funds and the accused.
7-5-2026
The Integrity Commission pledged on Sunday to reveal surprises in the files concerning the recovery of funds and the accused.
The Director General of the Recovery Department at the Federal Integrity Commission, Abbas Mutab, stated in a statement to the official newspaper that “the Commission was able to recover the equivalent of half of the accused who fled from Iraq in relation to the previous period, in addition to very good percentages of the funds that were Read more…
Abdul Hadi: There is no comprehensive agreement yet to finalize the ministerial portfolios.
7-5-2026
Information/Baghdad…
Member of the Coordination Framework, Uday Abdul-Hadi, confirmed on Sunday that there is still no comprehensive agreement to finalize the nominations for the nine remaining ministerial portfolios in Ali al-Zaidi’s government.
Abdul-Hadi told Al-Maalouma that “there is still no comprehensive agreement to proceed with nominating candidates for the nine ministerial Read more…
A temporary campaign or a revolution against the thieves? Will Al-Zaydi dare to open the files of corruption in the region?
7-5-2026
Information/Report…
Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi’s campaign against corrupt officials and embezzlers of public funds has received praise and appreciation from most political parties. However, this campaign has not been without its critics, demands, and questions. It remains unclear whether the campaign will continue or has stopped with those whose names appeared in the investigations of Deputy Oil Minister Adnan al-Jumaili. Furthermore, questions persist about al-Zaidi’s ability to open major corruption cases related to other state institutions, ministries, and economic Read more…
Barzani decides to freeze the region’s Integrity Commission and halt its activities.
7-5-2026
Information/Sulaymaniyah..
A responsible source in Sulaymaniyah Governorate, northern Iraq, revealed today, Sunday, that Masoud Barzani issued a secret decision to freeze the region’s Integrity Commission after it uncovered corruption files against senior officials in Barzani’s party.
The source told Al-Maalomah News Agency that “Masoud Barzani issued, without public announcement, a secret order freezing the Integrity Commission in the region and halting Read more…
New names on the list of those whose immunity is to be lifted… Will “Operation Dawn” disrupt parliamentary sessions?
7-5-2026
Information / Special..
MP Duha Laibi Al-Bahadli made a surprise announcement today, Sunday, regarding the possibility of introducing a new package to lift the immunity of MPs facing serious accusations related to corruption cases, indicating that the upcoming session may witness the approval of strict legal measures against the accused in preparation for bringing them to justice.
Al-Bahadli told Al-Maalomah that “Parliament will dedicate a key part of tomorrow’s session, Monday, to discussing the recent government measures related to suspicions of corruption, Read more…
Ongoing secret investigations with those detained in “Dawn Raid,” and a complete ban on communication and visits.
2026-07-05
Shafaq News – Baghdad
An informed government source revealed on Sunday that investigations are still ongoing with those detained in connection with Operation Dawn Charge, amid strict measures that included preventing visits and external communication, in order to maintain the confidentiality of the investigations.
The source told Shafaq News Agency that all detainees, including former and current members of parliament and officials facing corruption charges, are subject to daily investigations conducted Read more…
The National: “Operation Dawn” sparks internal disputes… criticism and friction with Al-Zaidi
2026-07-05
Shafaq News – Special Translation
The English-language newspaper “The National” revealed that Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi, who took a bold step by launching a wave of arrests of parliamentarians and government officials, began to face criticism, after a closed meeting of the Coordination Framework forces, regarding the nature of the campaign, the performance of the security forces during it, and the identity of the people he targeted.
According to a report by the Abu Dhabi-based newspaper, translated by Shafaq News Agency, sources said that al-Zaidi is facing growing objections from major political parties regarding his anti-corruption campaign, especially Read more…
Al-Zaydi calls on Iraqis to report corruption: in exchange for a lucrative financial reward
2026-07-05
Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Saturday, Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi called on Iraqis to report corruption and directed that generous financial rewards be given to informants.
The Prime Minister’s office said in a statement received by Shafaq News Agency: “ Prime Minister Ali Faleh al-Zaidi calls on all citizens to report assets and public funds obtained from corruption crimes, in order to contribute to uncovering, recovering and returning them to the state, based on legal, moral and national responsibility, and Read more…
Iraqi President: We seek a regional security framework, and the resolution of Baghdad and Erbil disputes will be “through the budget.”
2026-07-05
Shafaq News – Baghdad
Iraqi President Nizar Amidi said on Saturday that there is an opportunity to establish a regional security framework that includes the countries of the region, in which Iraq has a pivotal role, leading to a regional economic recovery. He pointed out that resolving the disputes between Baghdad and Erbil goes through the budget law and guaranteeing the constitutional rights of the region.
The Presidency of the Republic, in a statement received by Shafaq News Agency, quoted the most important points Read more…
The Al-Zidi government approves 10 measures to combat corruption and rationalize public spending.
2026-07-05
Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Saturday, the Iraqi Cabinet, headed by Ali Faleh al-Zaidi, approved a package of decisions that included five measures to strengthen the fight against corruption, and five others to prevent the inflation of government project costs and rationalize public spending, in addition to decisions concerning the electricity, oil and education sectors.
Al-Zaydi’s office said in a statement received by Shafaq News Agency that the Prime Minister chaired the ninth Read more…
The United States sets a record for the largest fireworks display in history
2026-07-05
Shafaq News – New York
The United States set a new record by holding the largest fireworks display in its history, during the 250th anniversary celebrations of independence, with the launch of about 850,000 fireworks, compared to about 20,000 fireworks in last year’s celebrations in Washington.
The display lasted about 40 minutes and lit up the sky over Washington, D.C., as well as other areas, including New York, by launching fireworks from multiple locations. Read more…
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They possessed half a billion dollars… A document reveals the escape of the “detained agent’s economic advisor” and his brother to France
2026-07-05
Shafaq News – Baghdad
Iraqi Communications Minister Mustafa Sanad revealed on Sunday details of the escape of two of the most wanted men in financial corruption cases to France, coinciding with international leaks that identified them explicitly and their connection to the “refinery contracts” file.
Sand said in a post on the social networking site Facebook, which was reviewed by Shafaq News Agency, that the official in charge of the “economic committee affiliated with the suspended agent” had fled outside Iraq, heading to France with his brother, indicating that they had huge sums of money smuggled, estimated at about half a billion US dollars. Read more…
Iraq will be among the top 10 Arab merchant fleets in 2026
2026-07-05
Shafaq News – Baghdad
Iraq was ranked among the top 10 Arab countries in terms of the size of its commercial maritime fleet during 2026, in a ranking that reflects the capabilities of Arab countries in the maritime transport and port trade sector, with the UAE, Egypt and Saudi Arabia topping the list, according to Global Fire Power data.
The UAE topped the Arab list with 655 commercial vessels, followed by Read more…
Targeting 150,000 barrels per day, Iraq signs a contract with Halliburton to manage the Bin Omar and Sindbad oil fields.
2026-07-05
Shafaq News – Basra
The Iraqi Ministry of Oil announced on Sunday the signing of an integrated management contract for the Bin Omar and Sindbad oil fields in Basra Governorate between the Basra Oil Company and the American company Halliburton, as part of the government’s plans to develop the energy sector.
Oil Minister Bassem Mohammed Khudair Al-Abadi, during his sponsorship of the signing ceremony, said that this five-year contract comes in implementation of the ministry’s strategy aimed at Read more…
From the Ministry of Defense: Al-Zaydi approves officer promotions and affirms that weapons will be exclusively in the hands of the state.
2026-07-05
Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Sunday, Iraqi Prime Minister and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Ali Faleh al-Zaidi, approved the schedule of promotions for military officers, stressing the commitment to restricting weapons to the state and combating corruption, during a visit he made to the Ministry of Defense headquarters in Baghdad.
His media office said in a statement, received by Shafaq News Agency, that Al-Zaidi, upon his arrival at the ministry, Read more…
Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 7-4-2026
7-4-2026 Newshound Guru Jeff Question: “Do we need receipts from the dinar purchased ?” For your taxes, you might. That would be the only reason you need them. You don’t need it to exchange. Read more…
