The Iraqi Foreign Ministry condemns the attacks on Jordan, Bahrain, and Kuwait and warns of escalating tensions.
2026-06-11
Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Iraqi Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemned on Thursday the attacks on the territories of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, the Kingdom of Bahrain and the State of Kuwait, warning of the risks of the region sliding into a wider confrontation.
The ministry said in a statement, received by Shafaq News Agency, that it expresses its deep regret over the renewed escalation in the region and the serious repercussions that may result, threatening regional security and stability, at a time when the current circumstances require prioritizing Read more…
Iraqi oil: Accelerated work to complete the strategic “Basra-Haditha” pipeline
2026-06-11
Shafaq News – Baghdad
An informed source revealed on Thursday that work on the “56-inch” crude oil pipeline (Basra-Haditha) is continuing at an increasing pace to complete it as quickly as possible, with the aim of overcoming any future fuel crisis, in conjunction with the confirmation by the manufacturer of some parts of the pipeline to accelerate work and complete the agreements concluded with it.
A source told Shafaq News Agency that the current government has given great importance to the Basra-Haditha oil pipeline project for transporting crude oil, as it constitutes an important link Read more…
Al-Husseini warns against the move to sell government assets to serve the interests of major corrupt figures.
6-11-2026
Information/Baghdad…
Former MP Yasser al-Husseini warned on Thursday of the dangers of selling government assets to benefit major figures of corruption in Iraq, noting that these assets represent the country’s sovereignty and that selling them has not achieved the desired goal.
Al-Husseini told Al-Maalouma, “Decisions born from the suffocating economic situation are haphazard and defeatist, leading to very negative economic consequences.”
He added, “Moving towards selling government assets is one of the steps in the recent collapse of the Iraqi economy. Read more…
Al-Tamimi: Competent economic advisors are the key to overcoming the financial crisis
6-11-2026
Information/Baghdad…
Economic researcher Qasim Al-Tamimi explained on Thursday that the government needs high-level economic advisors to get Iraq out of its current crisis, after the decline in oil revenues due to the current situation in the region.
Al-Tamimi told Al-Maalomah, “Prime Minister Ali al-Zubaidi can overcome the current economic crisis in the country by finding highly specialized advisors, far removed from the traditional advisors who have served in successive governments without contributing anything Read more…
Completing al-Zaydi’s cabinet: Dispute over names after the election results were finalized
6-11-2026
The crisis surrounding the completion of Prime Minister al-Zaidi’s cabinet reflects the ongoing conflict within the Iraqi political landscape between the concept of electoral entitlement based on the numerical strength of political parties, and the criteria for selecting candidates to fill vacant ministerial posts. After his government received a partial vote of confidence with only 14 ministers appointed and the remaining ministries left vacant, al-Zaidi finds himself facing a complex dilemma. Political forces, particularly within Read more…
Legal expert: Establishing the Supreme Council for Integrity, headed by the Prime Minister, is unconstitutional.
6-11-2026
Information/Baghdad..
Legal expert Ali Al-Tamimi confirmed on Thursday that the establishment of the Supreme Sovereign Council for Integrity is not in accordance with the provisions of the Iraqi Constitution, noting that placing oversight under the authority of the Prime Minister represents a clear legal contradiction. Al-Tamimi stated in an interview with Al-Maalomah News Agency, “The proposed council includes the Integrity Commission and the Federal Board of Supreme Audit and is headed by the Prime Minister, while these two institutions are independent authorities Read more…
Trump: We will strike Iran hard tonight and seize its energy facilities.
2026-06-11
Shafaq News – Washington
US President Donald Trump declared on Thursday that US forces would take full control of oil and gas facilities in Iran, in the most serious threat yet amid signs of a broader military escalation in the Gulf region.
Trump stated in a post on Truth Social that “America will strike Iran hard tonight.” This threat comes as Washington and Tehran have been exchanging military strikes for the past two days, following the downing of a US Apache attack helicopter near the Strait Read more…
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Washington urges its citizens to leave Iraq: Travel disruptions may occur.
2026-06-11
Shafaq News – Baghdad
The U.S. Embassy in Baghdad issued a new security alert on Wednesday, urging American citizens in Iraq to leave, warning of possible travel disruptions or sudden airspace closures without prior notice.
The embassy said in the warning that Iraq remains under the highest level of the US travel warning, level four, reiterating its call not to travel to Iraq “for any reason whatsoever,” and urging US citizens currently in Iraq to “leave now.” Read more…
Statement from 22 countries: Iran must stop attacking individuals on our soil.
2026-06-11
Shafaq News – Follow-up
Twenty-two countries, including the United States and European nations, called on Iran on Thursday to stop attacking individuals on their territory.
These countries condemned the Iranian security services for their “shameful use of international and domestic criminal gangs in plots in Europe, North America and Australia.”
A joint statement issued by these countries said that “attempts to kill, kidnap, harass, intimidate, or attack individuals on our territory in any way undermine national sovereignty and international standards,” adding that “these actions must stop immediately.” Read more…
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Iraq benefited and Iran suffered the most from the decline in oil production during May.
2026-06-11
Shafaq News – Baghdad
In May 2026, the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) recorded its lowest level of oil production since at least 2000, affected by the repercussions of geopolitical tensions and the US embargo on Iran, while Iraq stood out among the countries that managed to increase oil supplies during the past month.
According to a Reuters survey, production from the 11 OPEC member countries Read more…
Nineveh: 46 storage complexes opened, a new system launched for marketing wheat and preventing “extortion”
2026-06-11
Shafaq News – Nineveh
On Thursday, Trade Minister Mustafa Nizar Al-Ani announced the opening of 46 storage complexes in Nineveh Governorate, coinciding with the start of the wheat marketing season. He emphasized the adoption of new procedures aimed at regulating the marketing process and protecting farmers from “bargaining and extortion.”
Al-Ani said during a joint press conference held in Mosul, in the presence of Nineveh Governor Abdul Qadir Al-Dakhil and a number of officials, and attended by Shafaq News Agency, that his visit to the province came to launch Read more…
Iraq begins exporting fish to global markets
2026-06-11
Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Thursday, Agriculture Minister Abdul Rahim Al-Shammari announced the launch of fish exports to global markets, for the first time in Iraq.
Al-Shammari said in a statement received by Shafaq News Agency that this step represents “an important achievement for the reputation of Iraq and Iraqi fish and products known for their quality.”
He pointed out that this step represents “the beginning of achievements Read more…
US bonds: A safe haven and a declining Iraqi investment.
2026-06-11
Shafaq News – Baghdad
Despite the continued appeal of US bonds as one of the safest and most liquid investment instruments in the world, Iraq does not currently hold large investments in them compared to the size of its foreign reserves, after its holdings of US Treasury bonds declined in recent years, amid trends to reassess returns and investment alternatives, while financial experts confirm that the strength of the US economy makes these bonds a low-risk option for countries.
US bonds are debt securities issued by the US government and purchased by countries, central banks, and financial Read more…
Exclusive: Adel Abdul Mahdi calls for establishing relations with Washington
2026-06-11
Shafaq News – Baghdad
Former Prime Minister Adel Abdul Mahdi called on Thursday for establishing relations with the United States, while maintaining agreements between the two countries.
Abdul Mahdi told Shafaq News Agency, “We hope for success for Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi, and it is too early to evaluate the work of the government, whose work extends for the next four years, and we are still in the early days of the government.”
He added that “relations are important for Iraq with all countries of the world, and there is a need to establish friendly relations with the United States of America, Read more…
Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 6-10-2026
6-10-2026 Newshound Guru Jeff The last 8 or 9 cabinet positions, they’re going to just put them in when they’re magically ready. You know when they’re going to be ready? Right before the rate changes. Why? Because the full completion of the government is the lynch pin to the timing of the rate change…When you see them finish the cabinet and the government formation, you’re very close to the timing of the rate change…When they’re ready it’ll be a slam dunk completion. Read more…
Between denials of printing and declining revenues, Iraqis are asking: Where will the salaries come from?
6-10-2026
Information / Report..
The measures that the government intends to adopt to address the worsening financial deficit after the cessation of about 90% of oil revenues are shrouded in mystery, especially with regard to securing the salaries of employees and retirees, which represents the most prominent challenge at the present stage.
Official statements regarding the mechanisms for addressing the crisis have been contradictory. While Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein spoke of printing approximately 25 trillion dinars to secure financial obligations, the government, through its official spokesperson, quickly denied any currency printing.
Amid this discrepancy, questions are mounting Read more…
The spokesman for the Commander-in-Chief reveals to “Al-Maalomah” the fate of the parties that abandoned their weapons
6-10-2026
The spokesperson for the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Sabah al-Nu’man, revealed on Wednesday the fate of the groups that surrendered their weapons and severed ties with the political entities they previously represented. He confirmed that they will be fully integrated administratively and financially into the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) and will be directly under the authority of the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces. Al
-Nu’man told Al-Ma’louma that “the process of disengagement or integration Read more…
The government: Salaries for employees and retirees are guaranteed and there is no printing of currency.
2026/06/10
The spokesman for the Prime Minister, Haider Al-Aboudi, confirmed today, Wednesday, that the Prime Minister, Ali Falih Al-Zaidi, will not hesitate to expose the corrupt, while he indicated that the salaries of employees and retirees are secured and there is no printing of currency.
Al-Aboudi said in a press conference held at the Council of Ministers that “the government decided, based on the directive of the Prime Minister, Ali Falih Al-Zaidi, to adopt a program budget in coordination with the World Bank,” noting that “the Prime Minister adopted the development fund project through Read more…
Al-Zidi is preparing for a visit to Washington with several key issues on his agenda, most notably attracting major companies to Iraq.
2026-06-10
Shafaq News – Baghdad
A government source reported on Wednesday that Prime Minister Ali Faleh al-Zaidi’s upcoming visit to Washington will include several topics, including opening partnerships with giant American companies and raising the rate of oil exports to the United States to about half a million barrels per day.
The source told Shafaq News Agency that “Al-Zidi will carry with him important files that address intractable problems in the country, which he will discuss with the American administration, including Read more…
A politician stated that an arrest warrant for Al-Halbousi is imminent due to his involvement in corruption and money laundering.
6-10-2026
Information / Baghdad
Nizar Haider, director of the Iraqi Media Center in Washington, revealed on Tuesday that an arrest warrant is about to be issued against the former Speaker of Parliament and head of the Progress Alliance, Mohammed, on charges related to stealing huge sums of money from the Iraqi treasury.
Haider told Al-Maalomah News Agency that “the competent judicial courts will issue arrest warrants in the next few days against the former Speaker of Parliament and head of the Progress Alliance, Muhammad, at the behest of the US Federal Bureau, for his involvement in stealing huge sums of money Read more…
