The unification of Peshmerga forces begins… Kurdistan affirms its ability to manage the situation after the end of US support.
2026-06-30
Shafaq News – Erbil
On Tuesday, the Minister of Peshmerga Affairs in the Kurdistan Regional Government, Shorsh Ismail, announced the start of the practical phase of unifying the Peshmerga forces under the umbrella of the Ministry of Peshmerga Affairs, stressing that the ministry will be able to manage the affairs of its forces autonomously after the end of the financial support agreement with the US Department of Defense (the Pentagon) next September.
Ismail said during a press conference following the launch ceremony of the first joint training course Read more…
80 ships in one month… an unprecedented recovery for Iraqi shipping traffic
2026-06-30
Shafaq News – Basra
The northern port of Umm Qasr in Basra, in the far south of Iraq, recorded an increase in commercial ship traffic during the current month of June, receiving 80 ships, compared to 66 ships last May, while the port director confirmed that the docks are preparing to receive more giant ships in the coming days.
The director of the Umm Qasr North Port, Muhammad Tahir Fadhil, said in a statement received by Shafaq News Agency that the number of ships received rose during the month of June to 80 ships, surpassing the previous month of May, which Read more…
“It will end in two months”… Discounts on Iraqi oil due to the Strait of Hormuz
2026-06-30
Shafaq News – Baghdad
Trade sources reported on Tuesday that the Iraqi State Oil Marketing Company (SOMO) has offered significant discounts on official selling prices for Basra Medium and Heavy crude to contracted buyers, with the aim of encouraging oil imports from its terminal in the Gulf during the month of July. An oil expert confirmed that these discounts came as a result of the exceptional circumstances related to the Strait of Hormuz crisis, and will gradually decrease.
Reuters, citing reliable trade sources, reported that the discount on Basra Medium crude ranged between Read more…
The Ministry of Finance and the Supreme Judiciary are coordinating mechanisms to prosecute corrupt individuals and recover public funds.
2026-06-30
Shafaq News – Baghdad
Finance Minister Faleh Sari met with the head of the Supreme Judicial Council, Judge Faiq Zaidan, on Tuesday to discuss ways to enhance cooperation and coordination between the executive and judicial authorities to protect public funds and follow up on the recovery of funds obtained from corruption.
The ministry stated in a statement received by Shafaq News Agency that the meeting discussed mechanisms to Read more…
For the fourth time in 2026, Iraq is out of the list of the largest holders of US Treasury bonds.
2026-06-30
Shafaq News – Baghdad
Data from the US Treasury Department for April 2026 showed that Iraq remained absent from the list of the largest foreign holders of US Treasury bonds for the fourth month of this year, while Saudi Arabia and the UAE reduced their holdings of these bonds compared to March.
According to data reviewed by Shafaq News Agency, Japan topped the list Read more…
Anti-corruption campaign: Immunity lifted from three Iraqi MPs… and fugitive officials pursued in connection with the oil and ports file.
2026-06-30
Shafaq News – Baghdad/Diyala
A responsible judicial source stated on Tuesday that the competent courts have lifted the legal immunity of three members of the Iraqi parliament in preparation for completing legal procedures and executing summons orders against them in cases related to financial corruption.
The source explained, in a statement to Shafaq News Agency, that the decision to lift the immunity came based on official requests submitted by the judicial and regulatory authorities concerned with combating corruption, after evidence and indicators were available that required Read more…
Exclusive: Behind the scenes of “Operation Dawn” from Washington: Al-Zaidi gave the leaders a choice: money or arrest
2026-06-30
Shafaq News – Washington/ Mustafa Hashim
The broad anti-corruption campaign launched by Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Faleh al-Zaidi has garnered attention and welcome within political and security circles in Washington, amid assessments that this step could strengthen his position ahead of his anticipated visit to the White House, if it succeeds in translating reform slogans into sustainable measures.
Al-Zaidi is preparing to visit Washington in mid-July to meet with US President Donald Trump at the White House, Read more…
Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 6-29-2026
6-29-2026 Newshound Guru Clare Article: “Part One ends with the arrest of 43 defendants… Details of the largest anti-corruption campaign in Iraq” Quote: “An informed source revealed on Sunday details of the largest anti-corruption operation in the country, which has so far resulted in the arrest of 43 officials and politicians, and is to be completed in a second phase and will target ‘first-class’ figures.” Read more…
A large American convoy moved from Jordan towards Baghdad
6-29-2026
Al-Maalomah/Anbar…
A security source in Anbar province revealed on Monday that a large American convoy carrying military equipment moved from Jordan towards the Al-Suqur checkpoint in Fallujah, heading towards Baghdad.
The source told Al-Maalomah News Agency that “an American convoy consisting of trucks carrying armored Land Cruisers, as well as black pickup trucks, arrived at the Al-Suqur checkpoint in Fallujah, coming from Jordan. Further details regarding the convoy’s movement towards Baghdad are unknown, as part of an unclear plan to Read more…
Is it true that the Sudanese man is being held under house arrest in the Green Zone?
6-29-2026
Information / Special..
MP Kamel Anid, from the Reconstruction and Development Coalition, confirmed today, Monday, his coalition’s absolute support for the legal and judicial measures taken against those wanted for justice, while warning at the same time of systematic campaigns led by corrupt individuals to confuse matters and mislead public opinion.
Anid told Al-Maalomah that “the Reconstruction and Development Coalition is based on a firm belief in the principle Read more…
A politician reveals that the arrest of Al-Sudani and Al-Halbousi has been postponed until the next round of arrests.
6-29-2026
The director of the Iraqi Media Center in Washington, Nizar Haider, revealed on Monday that the arrest warrants for the head of the Progress Alliance, Mohammed al-Halbousi, and former Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani remain in effect and will be executed within the next few days on charges related to corruption and money laundering.
Haider told Al-Maalomah News Agency that “the Integrity Commission will execute arrest warrants within the next few days against former Prime Minister Read more…
The Prime Minister: Any corrupt individual in this government will not enjoy any immunity, and I will not seek re-election.
2026/06/29
Prime Minister Ali Faleh Al-Zaidi affirmed that the government is proceeding with the fight against corruption, stressing that it is a “first step” and will be followed by other steps and procedures, while pledging to recover public funds and restrict weapons to the hands of the state.
In a speech during yesterday’s cabinet meeting, Prime Minister al-Zaidi stated that the government will pursue all those who steal public funds, calling on anyone in possession of public money to return it. He emphasized that “the people’s money must be returned to its rightful owners.”
He added that he is entrusted by the citizens to fulfill their hopes Read more…
Al-Zaydi: I will not receive a salary and I will not accept a gift… and the employees’ salaries are guaranteed.
2026/06/29
Prime Minister Ali Al-Zidi confirmed on Monday that the salaries of state employees are secure and regular, while renewing his pledge not to receive a salary or accept any gift, and announced proceeding with the establishment of an energy and development fund.
Al-Zaydi said in a press statement followed by Al-Furat News that “the salaries of state employees are secured and regular, and we are very keen on this point,” indicating that “the size of the debt at the beginning of the government’s work amounted to about 208 trillion dinars, while the budget depends on Read more…
The Ministerial Council for the Economy issues new decisions
6-29-2026
The Ministerial Council for Economy issued today, Monday (June 29, 2026), a number of decisions aimed at regulating the work of border crossings and unifying customs and tax procedures between the federal government and the Kurdistan Regional Government, in order to enhance revenue management and reduce unofficial crossings.
The Media Office of the Ministerial Council for the Economy stated in a statement that “the Minister of Finance and Acting Minister of Planning, Faleh Al-Sari, held a session in the presence of the Ministers of Trade, Industry, Labor and Social Affairs, the Secretary-General of the Council of Ministers, the Governor of the Central Bank, the Vice President of Read more…
Iraq and Syria agree on two joint committees and discuss the rehabilitation of the oil pipeline.
2026-06-29
Shafaq News – Baghdad
Iraq and Syria agreed on Monday to form two joint committees to enhance bilateral cooperation and follow up on the implementation of its outcomes, while the two sides discussed the rehabilitation of oil pipelines, and cooperation in the fields of energy, water, agriculture, transportation and border crossings.
This came in a joint statement issued after a meeting in Damascus between Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Read more…
Oil expert: External pipelines are a political gamble and Iraq is incapable of protecting them
6-29-2026
Information / Special..
Oil expert Hamza Al-Jawahiri warned on Monday against the government’s move to establish oil export projects via pipelines passing outside Iraqi territory, describing these steps as facing “serious political and economic challenges” in light of the country’s current situation.
Al-Jawahiri told Al-Maalouma that “Iraq, which is still unable to protect its oil pipelines within its borders, will in no way be able to secure export lines that pass through foreign territories.”
Al-Jawahiri cited three harsh historical experiences in which Iraq “lost billions of dollars,” as well as “losing its Read more…
Adjusting quotas is better than withdrawing: Economist warns against Iraq leaving OPEC
6-29-2026
Information/Baghdad…
Economic expert Abdul Rahman Al-Mashhadani warned of the dangers of any move by Iraq to leave OPEC, explaining that Iraq lacks many of the necessary elements to enable it to withdraw from the organization.
Al-Mashhadani told Al-Maalouma, “Discussing Iraq’s exit from OPEC is not a simple matter at all. Iraq cannot leave the organization because it would be unable to withstand any price war.”
He added, “Iraq has already suffered greatly from the price war between Russia and Saudi Arabia, which led Riyadh to offer a barrel of oil at less than $7 below its usual price while increasing Read more…
Badr Parliamentary Bloc: The Al-Jumaili case will not affect the completion of the cabinet.
6-29-2026
The Information Agency / Baghdad…
MP Karim Aliwi, from the Badr parliamentary bloc, affirmed on Monday that the legal procedures and recent arrests of suspects in the Adnan al-Jumaili case will not have any negative or obstructive impact on efforts to complete the remaining cabinet positions. He emphasized the overwhelming political and parliamentary desire to resolve this issue and vote on the vacant ministries in the near future.
Aliwi told the Information Agency that the Parliament and political forces are determined to finalize the remaining Read more…
MP: Corruption is the main reason behind foreign investment reluctance towards Iraq
6-29-2026
Information/Baghdad…
MP Mohammed Hadi affirmed on Monday that the primary reason for the country’s collapse is the rampant corruption within all state institutions.
Hadi told the Information Agency, “Corruption is the foremost driver of the destruction of nations, as it plunders their budgets, dismantles their educational and health institutions, and drives away foreign investment due to the lack of financial security.”
He added, “The solution to ending corruption begins with enforcing the rule of law and holding the corrupt Read more…
Blow up the big heads… Has the battle to break immunities begun in Baghdad?
6-29-2026
Information / Baghdad…
The Iraqi scene is witnessing one of the broadest anti-corruption campaigns since 2003, after the confessions of former Deputy Oil Minister Adnan al-Jumaili became the starting point for wide-ranging investigations targeting officials, members of parliament, directors general, and prominent political figures. Security operations are expected to continue for the next 72 hours, and dozens of officials have been barred from leaving the country. Official sources maintain that all procedures are based on judicial orders and within legal Read more…
