Al-Moussawi: The extension of the legislative session was intended to finalize the vote on all budget items.
10-27-2026
Information/Baghdad…
Member of Parliament Jassim al-Moussawi confirmed on Tuesday that the decision to extend the parliamentary session was aimed at completing the voting on all articles and clauses of the federal budget law. He pointed out that the current stage requires a swift resolution of this issue to address the outstanding needs of citizens. Read more…
Al-Zaydi directs the acceleration of the completion of the basic designs for the new cities.
2026-10-27
Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Tuesday, Prime Minister Ali Faleh al-Zaidi directed that the basic designs for the new cities scheduled to be launched be completed quickly.
The Prime Minister’s Media Office stated, as reported by Shafaq News Agency, that Al-Zaydi chaired a meeting dedicated to following up on the procedures for implementing the new cities in Baghdad and the governorates, Read more…
Iraq: Barley production rises 72.3% to reach 1.12 million tons
2026-10-27
Shafaq News – Washington
Iraq’s barley production is projected to rise to 1.12 million tons during the 2025-2026 agricultural season, compared to 650,000 tons in the previous season, an increase of 470,000 tons, representing a growth rate of 72.31%, according to data from the US Department of Agriculture. Read more…
Integrity Commission: 8-year prison sentence for the Director General of the Oil Products Distribution Company and ordering him to repay 55 billion dinars
2026-10-27
Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Federal Integrity Commission announced on Tuesday that a verdict was issued in absentia sentencing Hussein Talib, the Director General of the Oil Products Distribution Company, to eight years in prison for benefiting from contracts and agreements in the Northern Refineries Company, and obligating him to return the amount of benefit, which is (55) billion dinars. Read more…
The Federal Court issues a ruling overturning a previous decision that prohibited non-Iraqis from owning and investing in property.
2026-10-27
Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Federal Supreme Court (the highest judicial authority in Iraq) ruled on Tuesday that a decision by the (dissolved) Revolutionary Command Council to suspend the implementation of laws and decisions that prevent non-Iraqis from owning and investing their money in companies within Iraq was unconstitutional. Read more…
Qatar calls on Iran to stop its threats and open the Strait of Hormuz to ensure the success of mediation efforts.
2026-10-27
Shafaq News – Doha
On Tuesday, the Qatari Ministry of Foreign Affairs called on Iran to demonstrate good faith, cease its threats against the Gulf states, and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, stressing that these steps are essential for the success of mediation efforts aimed at de-escalating tensions and ending the crisis between Washington and Tehran through peaceful means. Read more…
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Security source: Two spy drones shot down in the airspace of Baghdad’s Green Zone
2026-10-27
Shafaq News – Baghdad
A security source reported on Tuesday that the air defense system of the US Embassy successfully intercepted and destroyed two drones in the airspace of the fortified Green Zone in central Baghdad.
The source confirmed to Shafaq News Agency that “the two aircraft were not booby-trapped but reconnaissance aircraft, and parts of their scattered wreckage fell in areas close to the Green Zone.” Read more…
The Mecca-Tehran Alliance: Motives and Strategic Messages
10-27-2026
Iyad Al-Anaz
International, regional, and Arab attention was focused on the significant development represented by the visit of the tripartite delegation from the countries of the Mecca Agreement to Iran on October 26, 2026. The delegation included Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman, Pakistani Army Chief Asim Munir, and Turkish Intelligence Chief Ibrahim Kalin. This joint visit and diplomatic move was of paramount importance Read more…
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Central Bank: Iraq’s reserves have recovered by approximately $80 billion, and Al-Zidi is monitoring the arrival of shipments.
10-27-2026
The Central Bank of Iraq confirmed on Tuesday that Iraq’s dollar reserves have recovered to approximately $80 billion during September and October, reassuring citizens about the availability of cash dollars. The bank indicated that new shipments are expected to arrive in the country in the coming days. Mahmoud Daghir, advisor to the governor of the Central Bank of Iraq and the bank’s spokesperson, told the official news agency that “total dollar reserves, Read more…
Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 10-26-2026
10-26-2026 Newshound Guru Jeff They’re going to create a lot of jobs and have a prosperous thriving economy, simply by increasing the exchange rate and going international…We’re in a really good spot. The fact that they extended their legislative term by 30 days through December 1st is very good. It keeps all the doors open…so they can get the budget done, so they can get the rate changed. This is exactly what we needed to see. Read more…
Al-Dulaimi reveals an American request to close 17 border crossings with Iran.
10-26-2026
Information/Baghdad…
Anbar Alliance member Ahmed Abdullah al-Dulaimi revealed on Monday that the Trump administration had secretly requested Prime Minister Ali Faleh al-Zaidi to close 17 border crossings between Iraq and Iran used for trade, in a move to economically strangle Iran through Iraq.
Al-Dulaimi told the Information Agency, “The Trump administration asked Prime Minister Ali Faleh al-Zaidi to close 17 border crossings with Iran Read more…
What is the relationship between the leave law and the conditions of the International Monetary Fund?
10-26-2026
Information/Special…
Former Minister Wael Abdul Latif confirmed on Monday that the economic crisis Iraq is experiencing, with its worsening budget deficit and heavy reliance on oil revenues, presents the government with increasing challenges in securing its financial obligations. This comes as the government moves towards borrowing from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), raising concerns about the loan’s associated procedures. Read more…
Al-Zidi discusses investment opportunities with Iraqi businessmen in Jordan
2026-10-26
Shafaq News – Amman
Prime Minister Ali Faleh al-Zaidi met this evening, Monday, in the Jordanian capital Amman, with a group of Iraqi businessmen and investors in various economic and commercial sectors to discuss investment opportunities in Iraq.
According to a statement received by Shafaq News Agency, Al-Zaydi reviewed a number of policies and procedures adopted by the Iraqi government in the field of enhancing the investment climate and attracting capital to contribute to national development. Read more…
Al-Zaidi oversees the signing of 9 memoranda of understanding in Jordan
2026-10-26 07:56
Shafaq News – Amman
On Monday, Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Faleh al-Zaidi and Jordanian Prime Minister sponsored the signing ceremony of nine memoranda of understanding and executive programs.
According to a statement issued by the Prime Minister’s Media Office and received by Shafaq News Agency, the ceremony included the signing of a memorandum of understanding for cooperation in the field Read more…
20 billion in 3 neighboring countries… Expected parliamentary action to recover looted funds and combat corruption
10-26-2026
Information/Special…
MP Abdul Amir Najm revealed today, Monday, the most prominent vital draft laws that the government is working to finalize and send to Parliament in the coming period. He indicated that foremost among them is the “Settlement and Recovery” draft law, which aims to activate mechanisms for recovering looted public funds and curbing financial and administrative corruption.
Najm told the Information Agency, “Parliament is awaiting the arrival Read more…
Al-Janabi today and Al-Samarrai on Thursday… The judiciary sets trial dates for detainees arrested in the “Green Zone raids”
10-26-2026
Information/Baghdad…
A judicial source revealed on Monday the dates for the trials of four prominent figures arrested in the Green Zone raids four months ago, due to their names appearing in files containing allegations of financial and administrative corruption.
The source explained to Al-Maalomah that “the trials of those accused in corruption cases begin today, Monday, with the head of the Legislation Party, MP Ziyad al-Janabi, at the forefront. The trial of the director of the Oil Read more…
An economist warns of a “cost of living setback” due to exchange rate volatility.
10-26-2026
Information/Baghdad…
Economic expert Abdul Rahman Al-Mashhadani warned on Monday of the significant negative repercussions of exchange rate instability and the current market turmoil. He emphasized that relying on stopgap solutions and manipulating the currency directly harms citizens’ purchasing power and is detrimental to the economy.
In a statement to the Information Agency, Al-Mashhadani said, “The true salvation of the Iraqi economy does not lie in changing the exchange rate or Read more…
Al-Bayati speaks about the date for finalizing the budget: “The end of November.”
10-26-2026
The Information Agency/Baghdad…
MP Mohammed al-Bayati confirmed on Monday that there is no specific date for the 2027 budget to reach Parliament, but indicated that all signs point to it being finalized by the government in the second half of November.
Al-Bayati explained to the Information Agency that “the 2027 budget is still within the Cabinet, and there are central committees working to finalize its articles before presenting it to the Cabinet, which is responsible Read more…
Gold stabilizes near $4,000 an ounce after its biggest weekly loss since June.
2026-10-26
Shafaq News – Follow-up
Gold prices stabilized on Monday near $4,000 an ounce, after posting their biggest weekly loss since last June, as investors awaited the US Federal Reserve meeting and assessed the impact of rising energy prices on inflation and interest rates.
Spot gold fell 0.1% to $3,993.20 an ounce, after declining more than 4% last Read more…
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Sinjar Resistance Units announce their integration into the Iraqi security system
2026-10-26
Shafaq News – Nineveh
On Monday, the leadership of the Sinjar Resistance Units announced the end of its “independent” military affiliation and its integration into the security system, as part of the process of restricting weapons to the state.
The command said in a statement received by Shafaq News Agency, “We announce reaching an agreement with the Iraqi federal government regarding ending the independent military affiliation of our forces, the Sinjar Resistance Units and the Sinjar Women’s Units, Read more…
