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Warnings of a “salary shock” in May… A 5 trillion deficit puts pressure on government formation and budget approval. On Thursday, economist Nabil Al-Marsoumi warned of a potential shortfall of up to five trillion dinars in securing employee salaries for … Continue reading →

As confirmed by Shafaq News, Iraqi oil announces the start of overland exports via Syria. The Iraqi Ministry of Oil confirmed on Wednesday evening that it has begun exporting crude oil by tanker to the Syrian side in preparation for … Continue reading →

The US embassy warns of possible attacks in central Baghdad within 48 hours. The US embassy in Baghdad warned on Thursday of the possibility of attacks by “Iranian-backed militias” in the center of the capital within 24 to 48 hours, … Continue reading →

Amid US absence, 36 countries meet to reopen the Strait of Hormuz Some 36 countries are meeting on Thursday in an effort to exert diplomatic and political pressure aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most … Continue reading →

After an 11-year closure, Iraq and Syria officially reopen the Al-Walid border crossing. The head of the Border Ports Authority, Lieutenant General Omar Adnan Al-Waeli, inaugurated the Al-Walid border crossing between Iraq and Syria on Thursday, after it had been … Continue reading →

Powerful forces are searching for alternatives to Maliki, and the Sudanese alliance is proposing two options for the premiership. An informed political source reported on Monday that some of the active forces within the Coordination Framework are looking for a … Continue reading →

MP: The session to elect the president is not yet decided, and postponement is possible. Former MP, Arif Al-Hamami, confirmed on Tuesday that the session scheduled for April 11 to elect the President of the Republic has not yet been … Continue reading →

In a mysterious mission, Al-Halbousi disappears from sight and leaves the country. A source in Anbar province revealed on Tuesday that Mohammed al-Halbousi, head of the Progress Alliance, has disappeared from public view amid reports suggesting he has traveled abroad … Continue reading →

In numbers… Iraq’s Integrity Commission reveals its annual achievements: Recovering and protecting nearly one trillion dinars The Federal Integrity Commission announced on Tuesday a “heavy” tally of its oversight and investigative operations during the year, confirming the prevention of waste … Continue reading →

China confirms that 3 ships successfully passed through the Strait of Hormuz The Chinese Foreign Ministry announced on Tuesday that three Chinese ships recently crossed the Strait of Hormuz successfully. Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning said that “Beijing appreciates the assistance … Continue reading →