Friday, July 10, 2026

Small denominations of the Iraqi dinar What does it Reveal?

Small denominations of the Iraqi dinar reveal a negative indicator of the money supply... An expert explains with figures.

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An economic expert revealed on Friday (July 10, 2026) that there was a significant increase in the money supply during the period from April 2022 to April 2026, according to data from the Central Bank of Iraq.

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Manar Al-Obaidi said in a post on his Facebook page, which was followed by “Baghdad Today”, that the monetary mass for the aforementioned period “recorded an increase of more than 38 percent, bringing the total from 81.5 trillion dinars to 113 trillion dinars.”

He explained that “the total number of banknotes issued increased from about 5.8 trillion banknotes in 2022 to 6.3 trillion banknotes in 2026, which led to an increase in the per capita share of banknotes from 120 banknotes to 141 banknotes, raising their total value per person from 1.8 million dinars to 2.51 million dinars.”

According to Al-Obaidi, the analyses showed “the distribution of the cash increase according to categories, as the 50,000 dinar category acquired the largest share, as the number of issued notes jumped from 319 million notes in 2022 to more than 941 million notes in 2026, so that the citizen’s share of it increased from 7.1 notes to 21 notes, while the 25,000 dinar category recorded a slight growth from 2 billion notes to 2.1 billion notes.”

He pointed out that “the middle denominations witnessed a decline in issuance, as the number of 10,000 dinar notes decreased from 935 million notes to 878 million notes, and the 5,000 dinar note recorded the largest decrease, declining from 954 million notes in 2022 to 691 million notes in 2026.”

As for the smaller denominations, Al-Obaidi pointed out that “the 1000 dinar denomination increased from 718 million notes to 775 million notes, and the 250 dinar denomination grew from 795 million notes to 818 million notes, while the 500 dinar denomination decreased slightly from 147 million notes to 145.4 million notes.”

He noted that this “uneven growth and the prominence of large groups is an economic indicator that most of this money is going towards hoarding outside the banking system instead of circulating in the economy,” stressing that “the failure of small groups to grow in proportion to the size of the total money supply reflects a slowdown in real economic activity and daily trade, which necessitates a comprehensive review of monetary policy and currency issuance mechanisms that take into account the real market need and encourage the integration of cash into the economic and banking system.”


Key Remarks by Prime Minister Ali Faleh Al-Zaidi in an Interview with Al Arabiya



🔵 We have not been selective in dealing with corruption cases. Corruption is a criminal matter that has nothing to do with sectarian, ethnic, or any other affiliations.
🔵 We will continue pursuing those accused of corruption. It is only natural that our actions in this regard have provoked reactions from those affected and those concerned, who have expressed dissatisfaction with these legal measures.
🔵 There are no red lines in our efforts to protect public funds, and there will be no exceptions for those involved in corruption.
🔵 Those involved in corruption have only one option: to return the stolen funds, as they belong to the Iraqi people.
🔵 Cooperation between the government and the judiciary is at the highest level, and our shared objective is to recover the Iraqi people’s assets and safeguard their rights.
🔵 We have entered into dialogue with the factions, and they will subsequently transition to political and social activities.
🔵 Once the designated timeframe has concluded, arms will be held exclusively by the state’s official institutions, namely the Armed Forces and security agencies.
🔵 The delay in U.S. dollar shipments was linked to disruptions caused by the regional situation and air traffic. With conditions stabilizing, cash shipments have resumed according to the previously established schedule.
🔵 We will announce a framework for political cooperation and economic partnership between Iraq and the United States.
🔵 We are always working to foster closer understanding between the United States and Iran.
🔵 We seek an economic partnership with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It represents a strategic Arab depth for Iraq, just as Iraq represents strategic depth for the Kingdom.
🔵 Iraq is a founding member of OPEC and will remain so. However, we seek a fair and equitable production quota.
🔵 We are confident that we will resolve the outstanding issues with the Kurdistan Regional Government, because we do not believe in postponing problems; we believe in resolving them.
Media Office of the Prime Minister
July 9, 2026


Channel8 Exclusive: Baghdad Proposes Joint ASYCUDA Committee and New Customs Revenue Mechanism for Kurdistan Region

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An illustrative graphic featuring the official logo of the ASYCUDA digitized customs system positioned above the flags of the Kurdistan Region and the Republic of Iraq.

Iraq's Ministry of Finance has proposed forming a joint committee with the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) to oversee the implementation of the ASYCUDA customs system, assess official and unofficial border crossings, and determine a new mechanism for distributing customs revenues between Baghdad and Erbil.

Finance Ministry Submits ASYCUDA Recommendation

According to information obtained by Channel8, Federal Finance Minister Faleh al-Sari sent a recommendation to the Secretariat of the Iraqi Council of Ministers on the 5th of this month concerning the implementation of the ASYCUDA system, the recognition of official border crossings in the Kurdistan Region, and the distribution of customs revenues between Baghdad and Erbil.

Joint Committee Proposed to Assess Border Crossings

The recommendation's first proposal calls for the formation of a joint committee headed by the Border Crossings Authority and comprising representatives from the relevant institutions of the Kurdistan Regional Government.

The committee would conduct a comprehensive survey of the Kurdistan Region's border line, including visits to unofficial border crossings and border points.

Its task would be to submit a detailed report identifying which crossings meet the operational requirements to remain open and which do not, recommending the closure of unsuitable crossings by the Border Guards Command.

According to information obtained by Channel8, the committee would be required to submit its report to the Ministerial Council for Economy within 30 days for a final decision.

Joint Framework for Customs Exemptions

The second proposal calls for the two finance ministries to prepare joint minutes of the meeting to determine customs exemptions and permits.

Once approved by the Iraqi Council of Ministers, the agreed procedures would be implemented at all border crossings.

Two Proposals for Customs Revenue Distribution

Channel8 has also obtained details of the Finance Ministry's proposals for managing customs revenues collected at the Kurdistan Region's border crossings.

Under the first proposal, all customs revenues would be transferred to the Federal Ministry of Finance. In return, the ministry would commit to transferring 50% of the total monthly revenues back to the Kurdistan Region as part of its financing.

The second proposal calls for opening two separate bank accounts, with customs revenues deposited directly into them on a 50-50 basis. One account would belong to the federal government, while the other would be designated for the Kurdistan Regional Government.

 

An economic researcher praises the ASYCUDA system: a qualitative leap in customs control and revenue maximization.

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Economic researcher Dirgham Muhammad confirmed that the implementation of the ASYCUDA system has clearly contributed to increasing government revenues, reducing currency smuggling operations that were carried out through fake import licenses, as well as enhancing control over imported goods.

Mohammed explained in a statement to “Jarida” that the system links goods to the required standard specifications, and ensures that import funds pass through a clear banking chain to the identified factory in the country of origin, which contributes to importing goods that conform to specifications and with guaranteed quality.

He added that the adoption of the ASYCUDA system also contributed to reducing cases of customs evasion and manipulation of shipping data (manifests), which were used to change the type of goods or their data in order to reduce customs duties.

The economic researcher pointed out that generalizing the application of the system at the border crossings of the Kurdistan Region would lead to a greater increase in public revenues, noting that a percentage of goods that are not currently subject to ASYCUDA procedures pass through the region's crossings, making the unification of the system's application at all crossings an important step to enhance oversight and improve the efficiency of customs collection.


The Central Bank announces an increase in the ceiling for the initiative to finance small and medium enterprises.

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The Central Bank of Iraq announced on Thursday an increase in the ceiling for its initiative to finance small and medium-sized enterprises.

 

The Central Bank said in a statement received by the Iraqi News Agency (INA): “Within the framework of its orientations aimed at employing monetary policy tools, especially credit easing policies, in a way that contributes to strengthening economic stability, supporting economic development, expanding financial inclusion, stimulating investment and production, and empowering the private sector, and in line with the National Banking Strategy (2024–2029), the Central Bank of Iraq continues to strengthen its development initiatives in a way that expands opportunities for access to finance and stimulates economic activity in various sectors and across the governorates of Iraq.”

He added, “In this context, the Central Bank launched the first initiative, which includes increasing the ceiling of the small and medium enterprises financing initiative by enhancing the liquidity of banks, enabling them to finance these projects, with the aim of expanding the base of beneficiaries of financing from entrepreneurs and project owners, contributing to narrowing the financing gap, supporting productive and service activities, creating job opportunities, and enhancing the contribution of the private sector in driving economic growth and achieving sustainable development.”

He added, “The second initiative he launched includes developing and strengthening the renewable energy projects financing initiative, within the framework of his commitment to supporting sustainable development and promoting the transition towards a green economy, which contributes to expanding reliance on clean energy sources, reducing pressure on the national electricity grid, and reducing carbon emissions, by providing accessible financing tools that enable citizens, the private sector, and various institutions to acquire and benefit from renewable energy systems, especially solar energy systems.”

He explained that "the initiative relies on new controls and mechanisms that contribute to easing borrowing conditions and facilitating procedures for obtaining financing."

In the context of enhancing the efficiency of implementing these initiatives, the statement explained that “the Central Bank of Iraq is working to expand financing channels by increasing the number of banks included in providing loans for development initiatives, and adopting new mechanisms in cooperation with banks that contribute to accelerating the procedures for studying financing applications, simplifying procedures for beneficiaries, and providing the necessary support and guidance to project owners, which contributes to raising the levels of financial inclusion in Iraq, increasing the number of beneficiaries of the Central Bank of Iraq’s initiatives, and achieving the best economic and social results.”

He affirmed that “in embodiment of these trends, the Central Bank of Iraq continues to employ unconventional monetary policy tools to contribute to achieving more inclusive and sustainable economic development, enhancing the investment and production environment, and expanding access to finance, thereby supporting development priorities in various governorates of Iraq and strengthening economic and financial stability.”



Parliament will open the file on reducing the dollar quota for travelers and will host the Central Bank governor next week.

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Parliament will open the file on reducing the dollar quota for travelers and will host the Central Bank governor next week.

announcedFinance CommitteeParliamentary representatives announced on Friday that they will be hosting the governor of the Central Bank next week, while noting that there are concerns regarding the mechanism for distributing dollar quotas to travelers.

The committee chairman saidAdy AwadforAlsumaria NewsThe committee will host the governor of the central bank next week, he said, adding that the first question he will be asked is about the feasibility of reducing the traveler's dollar quota from $3,000 to $2,000.
 
 

He added that "there are concerns about the mechanism for distributing dollars to travelers, as it involves humiliation, corruption, extortion, and favoritism," expressing his hope that "the procedures for granting dollars to travelers will be easier and will reach the citizens who truly deserve them."


The International Maritime Organization (IMO) rejects Iran's efforts to control navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.

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: The Council of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) rejected Iran's attempts to assert its sovereignty over the Strait of Hormuz and condemned Tehran's decision to establish a body to control navigation through the vital waterway.
In a non-binding resolution, the Council called on member states not to recognize Iran's claim to sovereignty over the Strait or to consider maritime areas belonging to other states as falling under its jurisdiction, deeming such actions a violation of those states' sovereignty and exclusive rights. The Council
also demanded that no Iranian measures aimed at preventing or obstructing international navigation or interfering with the right of passage through the Strait be recognized.


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A former minister urges al-Zaidi to postpone his visit to Washington... it's not "the Kaaba".

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Former Minister Zuhair al-Jalabi called on Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi to postpone his visit to Washington and meetings with American officials, noting that a visit to Washington is not a pilgrimage to Mecca, given the existence of American conditions and dictates that are being imposed on Iraq.


Al-Jalabi told Al-Maalouma, "The United States helped in the fall of Mosul in 2014, as well as the Speicher massacre, and seeks to keep the security and military apparatus in Iraq weak."


He added, "America has conditions for Iraq, which can be summarized as disarming the factions before Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi's visit to Washington, which is completely illogical while the foreign occupation continues in Iraq."


He explained that "a visit to America is not a pilgrimage to Mecca, and this should be taken into consideration by al-Zaidi postponing this visit given the American conditions and Washington's well-known intentions toward Iraq." 

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Unjustified haste in al-Zaidi's visit to Washington... Issues need to be resolved before he leaves Baghdad


Many issues still require fundamental solutions, including restructuring internal affairs, unifying positions, formulating policies, and completing the cabinet before the Prime Minister's trip from Baghdad to Washington. Criticism has mounted regarding al-Zaidi's anticipated visit to the United States, given the existence of thorny issues that need clarification and a review of their effectiveness, particularly concerning the security agreement with the US administration and the ongoing dictates from the Trump administration. Meanwhile, some political figures have urged the Prime Minister to postpone the visit.


Former Minister Zuhair al-Jalabi told Al-Maalouma, "The United States assisted in the fall of Mosul in 2014, as well as the Speicher massacre, and seeks to keep the security and military apparatus in Iraq weak."


He added, "America has conditions for Iraq, namely the disarmament of factions before Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi's visit to Washington, which is completely illogical while the foreign occupation continues in Iraq."


He explained that "a visit to America is not a pilgrimage to Mecca, a fact that should be taken into account by al-Zaidi's hesitation in undertaking this visit, given the American conditions and Washington's well-known intentions toward Iraq."
On another note, MP Hussein Saheb confirmed to Al-Maalomah that "the security agreement between Baghdad and Washington has become ineffective and no longer aligns with the requirements of the current phase and the security and political developments in Iraq and the region."


He continued, "The recent changes necessitate a comprehensive review of the agreement's clauses or the adoption of a clear stance regarding them, one that preserves Iraq's sovereignty, strengthens its independent security decision-making, and ensures that any agreements are compatible with the requirements of the current phase."


He pointed out that "any security understandings must prioritize Iraq's interests and be consistent with the new reality in the region, in order to achieve security and stability and preserve national sovereignty."
In a related matter, MP Mohammed al-Hasnawi, from the Rights Bloc in Parliament, explained to Al-Maalomah that "the United States is dealing with Iraq with duplicity," noting that "the weakness of the Iraqi negotiating position allows figures like Barak and others to impose their views on Iraq."


He added that "Iraq needs a strong negotiator who believes in the country's unity, stability, and the preservation of its resources," stressing that "a cohesive negotiating position will prevent any party from interfering in Iraqi affairs or imposing its will."
He pointed out that "leaving matters wide open allowed Barak and others to manipulate Iraqi affairs," considering this to be "one of the reasons that prompted the Rights Movement to adopt an opposition stance within the Iraqi government."


Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi is scheduled to travel to Washington on July 16 for an official visit, at a time when many issues remain unresolved, particularly those related to the cabinet. This increases concerns about American interference in such matters, in addition to its interventions in security, political, and economic affairs.

The US representative in Iraq: The Trump administration supports al-Zaidi to "collect weapons" completely and quickly.

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Barak and Al-Zaidi

The acting US ambassador to Iraq, Joshua Harris, confirmed that the US administration supports the government of Ali al-Zaidi’s vision for “monopolizing weapons,” and stressed that it looks forward to its “full implementation.”

Joshua Harris, the acting US ambassador to Baghdad, said in statements followed by “Ultra Iraq” that the US administration “believes that achieving full sovereignty for Iraq requires disarming all armed groups outside the authority of the state.”

Harris added that "their presence (the armed groups and factions) contradicts the aspirations of Iraqis for stability and peace," stressing that the United States "supports the Iraqi government's vision regarding the monopoly of weapons."

Harris affirmed that the US administration "looks forward to implementing the government's vision for complete and rapid disarmament," considering that "the continued activity of illegal armed groups undermines the chances of security and stability in Iraq and the region."


The Governor of the Central Bank of Iraq receives the Head of the Federal Board of Supreme Audit

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The Governor of the Central Bank of Iraq receives the Head of the Federal Board of Supreme Audit

 

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The Governor of the Central Bank of Iraq receives the Head of the Federal Board of Supreme Audit

 

The Governor of the Central Bank of Iraq, Mr. Nizar Nasser Hussein, received the Head of the Federal Board of Supreme Audit, Dr. Ammar Subhi Khalaf, who offered him congratulations on assuming his position as Governor of the Central Bank of Iraq.

During the meeting, both sides emphasized the importance of strengthening cooperation and coordination between the Central Bank of Iraq and the Federal Board of Supreme Audit, in order to support the principles of governance and transparency, consolidate the efficiency of institutional performance, and serve the public interest and enhance financial stability in the country.

The Governor of the Central Bank of Iraq expressed his thanks and appreciation to the President of the Federal Board of Supreme Audit for this kind visit, appreciating what it embodies in terms of the spirit of cooperation and integration between state institutions.

 

 

The Central Bank Governor under the dome of Parliament: Crucial questions awaiting answers

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 All eyes will be on the Iraqi Parliament in the coming days, after the Parliamentary Finance Committee announced its intention to host the Governor of the Central Bank to discuss a number of financial and monetary issues, most notably the mechanism for distributing dollars to travelers, and the repercussions of the recent measures related to the cash dollar quota.

The head of the parliamentary finance committee, Uday Awad, said that the committee will ask questions during the meeting about the reasons for reducing the traveler's share of dollars from $3,000 to $2,000, stressing that there are observations on the mechanism for distributing dollars to travelers, which he described as having problems related to complexity, corruption, extortion and favoritism.

This hosting comes at a time when the monetary file in Iraq is witnessing widespread discussion, especially with the continued debate about the mechanisms for selling dollars, the Central Bank’s procedures for regulating the market, and the impact of this on exchange rates, trade and import activity.

 

Well-informed political sources indicated that the hosting session may witness the raising of sensitive issues related to the performance of the Central Bank during the past period, the mechanism for managing monetary policy, in addition to evaluating the measures taken to address the dollar market disturbances.

According to the sources, some parties within Parliament are considering the possibility of taking political steps if they are not convinced by the answers provided, amid talk of the possibility of raising the issue of changing the management of the Central Bank, but this remains linked to the results of the hosting and the political positions during the coming period.

Observers believe that the dollar issue has become one of the most prominent economic issues facing the government and parliament, as it is directly linked to prices, market activity, and citizens' confidence in the banking sector.

The next stage may reveal whether hosting the Central Bank Governor will be just an oversight session, or the beginning of larger moves that may affect the management of the monetary file in Iraq

US blacklists 14 Iran-linked individuals and companies

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The United States imposed sanctions on 14 Iranian individuals and companies accused of operating financial networks for senior Iranian figures and entities linked to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), the Treasury Department said on Friday.

The Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) stated that the measures follow Tehran’s renewed attacks on international shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and target Ali Ansari, “who oversees a sprawling global network of assets benefiting Iran’s leader—Mojtaba Khamenei—and other regime elites.” Ansari used shell companies and overseas investments to divert public funds into real estate and commercial assets across Europe and the Middle East. OFAC also accused him of embezzling billions of dollars through the now-defunct Ayandeh Bank before Iranian authorities dissolved the lender in 2025.

Sanctions also target three Iranian exchange houses and their executives, along with front companies based in Hong Kong and the United Arab Emirates, which US authorities said helped sanctioned Iranian banks move billions of dollars annually through shell companies to conceal illicit financial transactions.

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Following the "Al-Zaidi crackdown," the government is diverting recovered funds to support the economy in the largest repurposing of corruption money.

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The government of Prime Minister Ali Faleh al-Zaidi is pursuing reform measures aimed at strengthening public financial management and enhancing the efficiency of financial institutions. This is being achieved through the adoption of new procedures based on the principles of transparency, good governance, and the sound investment of state resources.
Within this framework, the government's move to regulate the management of confiscated and recovered funds and assets by establishing a unified account is seen as a step towards transforming these resources from frozen or scattered funds into effective tools that can contribute to supporting the economy and financing development projects.


Observers believe these measures represent a shift in the way public resources are managed, moving towards a more organized and sustainable approach. This will enhance the confidence of citizens and investors and support the government's efforts in economic reform, combating waste, and maximizing non-oil revenues.


In this regard, the Prime Minister's financial advisor, Mazhar Muhammad Saleh, affirms that establishing a unified account for managing confiscated and recovered funds and assets is a crucial step in strengthening the state's financial management. He points out that this step will contribute to centralizing and managing these resources within a more efficient and transparent institutional framework.


Saleh told Iraq Observer that “establishing the unified account allows for the organized management of recovered funds, enhancing their utilization in supporting the national economy.” He explained that this initiative is part of the government’s efforts to regulate the management of confiscated and recovered assets and improve the efficiency of their utilization.
He added that the strategic use of these funds can yield greater economic returns, whether through their inclusion in development plans or investment in strategic projects that contribute to growth and job creation.


Saleh clarified that these resources represent an additional opportunity to strengthen public finances, emphasizing the importance of managing them according to the principles of governance, transparency, and efficiency. This will make them a source of funding for infrastructure projects and productive sectors, helping to diversify income sources and reduce dependence on oil revenues in the medium and long term.
The Prime Minister’s financial advisor pointed out that having additional financial resources gives the state greater flexibility in facing economic and regional challenges and helps it maintain financial stability and continue implementing its development programs.
He explained that the success of this step would enhance citizens' and investors' confidence in the state's financial management, especially given the importance of regularly announcing the amount of recovered funds and assets, their management mechanisms, and their uses, thus reinforcing the principles of transparency and accountability.
Saleh pointed out that the initiative's importance extends beyond simply recovering funds; it also encompasses building an institutional environment based on integrity and good governance. He noted that combating corruption contributes to reducing financial waste, lowering project costs, and improving the efficiency of public spending.


Saleh emphasized that strengthening governance and reducing corruption levels lead to increased efficiency in managing public projects and improved quality of services and infrastructure. He clarified that the true return on integrity lies not only in recovering funds but also in improving the performance of the national economy.


He concluded by saying that the initiative's success will not be measured solely by the amount of recovered funds but also by the state's ability to transform these resources, along with the savings resulting from curbing corruption, into productive investments and sustainable development projects. He affirmed that combating corruption represents an economic choice that impacts growth, financial stability, attracting investments, and improving the level of services.
On June 28, 2026, the Iraqi government, through its official spokesperson Haider al-Aboudi, announced the launch of Operation Dawn Charge, emphasizing that the operation would not cease and that it represented a radical shift in the state's policy toward corruption. He stressed that the pursuit of those involved would continue regardless of their positions or influence.


The first phase of the operation resulted in the arrest of dozens of officials and prominent political figures, including current and former members of parliament, and included raids in various parts of Iraq, including the heavily fortified Green Zone in Baghdad.
Prime Minister Ali Faleh al-Zubaidi also directed the Ministry of Finance to establish a special account for depositing recovered funds, with the aim of protecting public money and enhancing transparency in resource management.


Al-Zaydi affirmed that the current campaign represents "the first phase," to be followed by others, emphasizing that the government is tasked with protecting the interests of the Iraqi people and will not compromise on this responsibility. He also instructed oversight bodies to receive any reports concerning government performance or the performance of ministries in order to uncover cases of corruption or negligence.


Washington sets a condition for its partnership with Baghdad: ending the presence of weapons outside state control.

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The United States renewed its support for the Iraqi government's efforts to restrict weapons to the state, stressing that the involvement of entities that Washington classifies as "terrorist" in state institutions is inconsistent with the nature of the partnership it seeks to build with Iraq, coinciding with warnings that the US-Iranian escalation could push Iraq back into the circle of conflict.

In an interview monitored by Al-Mada, the US Chargé d'Affaires in Baghdad, Joshua Harris, said that Washington believes that achieving full sovereignty for Iraq requires disarming all armed groups outside the authority of the state, considering that their existence contradicts the aspirations of Iraqis for stability and peace.

He added that the United States supports the Iraqi government's vision regarding the restriction of weapons and looks forward to its full and rapid implementation, stressing that the continued activity of illegal armed groups undermines the chances of security and stability in Iraq and the region.

In contrast, security expert Saif Raad Talib told Al-Mada that Iraq is still threatened with becoming an arena for exchanging messages between Washington and Tehran, in light of the escalating military confrontation between them, noting that the presence of armed factions, the continued violation of Iraqi airspace, and the weakness of air defense systems are the most prominent factors that increase this possibility.

He added that any new escalation, particularly in the Strait of Hormuz, could put Iraq in front of a major economic crisis, due to its oil exports being mainly dependent on Gulf ports, which could directly affect public revenues and budget financing.

In this context, the spokesman for the Iraqi government, Haider al-Aboudi, confirmed that September 30 will be the date for the end of the mission of the international coalition in Iraq, noting that the relationship will then turn into an economic and developmental partnership.

Al-Aboudi explained, in statements followed by (Al-Mada), that the government is proceeding with the implementation of the weapons control file in accordance with the constitution and the law, indicating that three parties have responded so far to the procedures for handing over weapons, while two other factions are preparing to complete the procedures, stressing that the disarmament process includes all types of weapons without exception or discrimination.


Trade directly from your browser: JustMarkets launches its online platform

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Global multi-asset broker JustMarkets continues to develop its trading system. The latest addition to the platform is the Web Terminal, a sophisticated browser-based trading platform now available to all clients in any country supported by the broker.

Prior to the official launch, the Web Terminal platform underwent a thorough preparation phase, during which the team improved its technical performance and collected user feedback.

At JustMarkets , we never stop evolving ,” said a JustMarkets representative. With the Web Terminal platform, we wanted to remove every barrier between traders and the markets . Now, every client can trade directly from their browser, with all the professional tools they need at their fingertips .”

 

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Trump: Iran asked us to continue negotiations and we agreed to that.

The US president confirmedDonald TrumpOn Friday, thatIranShe requested that negotiations continue and we agreed to that.

He saidTrumpIn statements, he said that "IranShe asked us to continue the talks.
He continued, "We agreed to the Iran talks, butUSI explained to them in no uncertain terms that the ceasefire was over."



Israel is preparing to bomb Iran again.

The Israeli Public Broadcasting Corporation (Kan) reported on Friday that some Israeli officials want to join the American strikes onIranIn a move that signifies a full return to war.

According to Kan, Israeli officials, whose names were not revealed in the report, are awaiting the green light from the US president.Donald TrumpIn order to join the strikes two days after the military escalation betweenUSAnd Iran.


The report, which did not cite its source, indicates that Israeli officials expect the tit-for-tat attacks between the United States and Iran to continue over the next few days.
Similarly, the newspaper...New YorkThe American newspaper "Post" quoted an Israeli source as saying that his country is interested in joining future strikes and "resuming the war in full force."
The newspaper indicated, citing the unnamed source, that this was before the United States began its strikes on Israel.Iran"We are prepared to do so again if necessary,"
the source added .IsraelAlthough she "does not want to return to a situation where people are forced toAsylumTo the shelters, she doesn't wantignorance"What is happening in Iran,"
he continued. "So, if this is the price we will have to pay, we will endure it."
Earlier press reports had indicated Israeli preparations to rejoin the war, following doubts about the viability of the memorandum of understanding betweenWashingtonTehran, which is supposed to pave the way for a comprehensive agreement.
Meanwhile, Pakistan, Qatar, and other regional mediators are seeking to de-escalate tensions between the United States and Iran and revive negotiations between the two sides, according to two sources from the mediating countries and a US official who spoke to the Axios news website.
While announcingTrumpOn Wednesday, the memorandum of understanding and ceasefire with Iran expired, and he ordered two rounds of airstrikes, focusing on reopeningStrait of HormuzHe remains keen to avoid a return to all-out war.
Mediators believe that "despite the recent escalation, both sides have made progress toward reaching an agreement in previous rounds of talks and want to prevent the collapse of the memorandum of understanding."



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Victoria Taylor: Hi, I'm Victoria Taylor. I'm the director of the Iraq Initiative and the Syria Project at the Atlantic Council. I'm talking today to Renad Mansour, director of the Iraq Initiative at Chatham House, as well as the deputy director of the Middle East and North Africa program. Today we're going to talk about the upcoming visit of Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi, who is expected to meet with President Trump the week of July 13th. Renad, thanks for joining me today.Renad Mansour: Thanks for having me, Victoria. It's great to be with you.Victoria Taylor: So let's first talk about the broader context of this visit. Of course, Ali al-Zaidi was nominated by the Coordination Framework in late April, and he and his partial cabinet were confirmed by parliament on May 14th. Zaidi was somewhat of a surprise compromise candidate. He's the first non-politician to become prime minister. He's a businessman, someone who emerged after this gridlock that was created by President Trump blocking the nomination of former Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki.And of course, the major context of this visit is also the Iran war and the pretty disastrous consequences of the war on Iraq. Iraq was struck militarily by multiple parties to the conflict. We had militias striking within Iraq and in the region, and the economy is in a truly disastrous situation due to the inability to export oil.How important is this visit for Zaidi, and what would a successful visit look like?Renad Mansour: Well, the new prime minister Ali al-Zaidi is inheriting an Iraq with a lot of problems. As you mentioned, it's facing a very real economic crisis, a very real electricity crisis because most of its gas was coming from Iran, and of course a very real political and geopolitical crisis.For many years, Iraq tried to pursue a balancing act — a kind of multi-aligned foreign policy. But now we're in the context of a war that is likely to be one of prolonged attrition. Iraq is being pushed into this war and is becoming one of the main theaters or battlegrounds between the US, Israel, and Iran.