The Iraqi government reassures markets: There is no decision to change the currency or remove zeros.
A responsible government source confirmed on Wednesday that the Iraqi government is closely monitoring the slowdown in buying and selling activity in local markets and is working on approving a package of measures to stimulate the economy and protect the purchasing power of citizens.
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The source said in a statement published by the official agency and followed by “Iraq Observer”, that “the current economic challenges are not limited to Iraq alone, but most countries in the region are facing them as a result of the ongoing regional tensions and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz”, noting that “the government is seeking to address internal obstacles and stimulate commercial and productive activity, as well as facilitate the financing of productive projects and provide support to the private sector.”
Regarding what is being circulated about changing the national currency, the source explained that “proposing a change of currency or removing zeros does not mean approving it or starting to implement it immediately,” stressing that “the file is still in the initial discussion phase and no official decision has been made about it yet.”
He added that “strengthening confidence in the markets requires providing clear information and practical steps, along with close cooperation between the government, financial institutions and the private sector to alleviate pressures and improve economic performance.”
The government source, through the statement, called on all citizens, merchants and business owners to “deal calmly with the news circulating on social media, and to rely on news and information only from official sources.”
The government clarifies the truth about removing zeros from the currency and reveals its stance on implementation.
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A government source stated on Wednesday that discussing proposals to remove zeros does not mean approving them or setting a date for their implementation .
The source explained, in a statement to the official agency followed by the “Al-Sa’a” network, that “removing zeros, in principle, means re-expressing monetary values in a new unit, with prices, salaries, savings and obligations being converted at the same rate, and it does not in itself mean reducing the real value of citizens’ money .”
He pointed out that "it is important to clarify this difference so that the discussion of the topic does not turn into a source of concern that affects daily transactions or leads to hasty decisions, knowing that the issue of changing the currency and removing zeros is still in the initial discussion and determining its economic feasibility ."
He explained that "technical, legal and operational studies have been conducted, and no decision has been made regarding it; all these matters require accurate, clear and unhurried assessments, and benefiting from the experiences of other countries that followed the same approach, some of which did not achieve the desired results because the issue is linked to other structural reforms ."
The source stressed that “strengthening confidence in the markets requires clear information and practical steps, and that cooperation between the government, financial institutions and the private sector provides opportunities to alleviate pressures and improve economic activity,” indicating that “the details of the initiatives that are approved and the mechanisms for benefiting from them will be announced after their study and discussion are completed .”
He pointed out that "the government is aware of the magnitude of the challenges and is seeking to address them, and there is room to improve market activity through joint work and follow-up ."
He called on citizens, traders and business owners to "deal calmly with the circulating news and rely on official information, which will help stabilize the market and ensure the continuation of economic activity
The government is taking steps to revitalize markets and stimulate commercial and productive activity.
A government source revealed on Wednesday that the government is seeking to revitalize markets, mitigate the effects of regional challenges, and advocate for the adoption of official information, stressing that the government is discussing initiatives to stimulate commercial and productive activity .
The source told the official news agency, as reported by Al-Sa’a Network, that “the government is aware of the slowdown in buying and selling in the markets, and the impact this has on citizens, traders, and business owners, and attaches importance to discussing practical solutions that help stimulate economic activity, protect purchasing power, and enhance confidence in the market .”
He added that "these challenges are not limited to Iraq, but most countries in the region face them to varying degrees in light of regional tension and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, and the resulting disruption to trade and supplies, and the rise in transportation, shipping and insurance costs. These conditions have affected investment and consumption decisions, and have contributed to an increased state of anticipation and a slowdown in economic activity ."
He explained that “the government, while aware of the impact of these circumstances, seeks to address the internal obstacles that affect market activity, discuss initiatives to stimulate commercial and productive activity, and explore ways to facilitate financing for productive projects and support the private sector,” indicating that “the goal is to develop applicable measures that contribute to the continuity of business and the provision of job opportunities, taking into account the available financial capabilities and maintaining financial and monetary stability .”
The source clarified that "putting forward any proposal for study or discussion does not mean approving it or starting to implement it immediately, and the expectations circulating cannot be treated as binding decisions or specific dates for implementation ."
He pointed out that "any action in this regard requires careful study, technical and organizational preparations, and clear mechanisms that preserve the rights of citizens, and it must be officially announced with an explanation of its details before implementation if it is approved accordingly."
Coordination framework: Ending the occupation is a national achievement, but sovereignty is incomplete without liberating the economy.
Ali al-Zubaidi, a member of the Coordination Framework, affirmed on Wednesday that the evacuation of American forces and the end of their military presence represents a national achievement and a long-overdue entitlement, given the record of catastrophic crimes and violations committed by the occupation army since 2003. He stressed that the restoration of national sovereignty will remain incomplete unless the withdrawal is accompanied by ending the financial dependence on American hegemony and regaining full control over Iraqi airspace.
Al-Zubaidi told Al-Maalouma News Agency that “the American presence was and still is the root cause and basis for the crises and setbacks that have plagued Iraq throughout the past two decades,” explaining that “Washington possesses a military destruction machine capable of overthrowing regimes by brute force, but it has proven a resounding failure and complete inability to manage the state, which has plunged the country into systematic chaos and enabled the occupation to exploit Iraqi airspace, along with the airspace of neighboring countries, to carry out repeated attacks against Iran in flagrant violation of international laws.”
He added that “the American military withdrawal is an urgent and deserved step, but it requires the government to complete the pillars of sovereignty by liberating the economic and financial decision from the restrictions and hegemony of the American Federal Reserve,” noting that “talk of the return of sectarian conflict or the outbreak of a civil war after the departure of the occupier is nothing but misleading promotion and a losing bet that is refuted by the reality of the cohesion and coexistence of the established mujahideen and intermarriage among all segments of the Iraqi people, and that any tensions that may arise are limited to narrow political squabbles and conflicts only.”
Earlier, Mu'in al-Kadhim, a member of the Coordination Framework and former MP, affirmed that the Islamic Resistance in Iraq played the largest and most fundamental role in forcing the American occupation forces to leave Iraqi territory, emphasizing the rejection of any attempts to maintain foreign forces under any name or new pretext.
Government spokesperson: A new shipment of US dollars in cash has arrived in Iraq.
Iraqi government spokesman Haider al-Aboudi announced on Thursday that a new shipment of cash dollars had arrived in Iraq.
Al-Aboudi said, according to the official news agency, that “the shipment arrived in Iraq yesterday, Wednesday, September 30, 2026.”
He explained that “this came within the framework of existing understandings to ensure the continued flow of foreign currency and to meet the needs for foreign exchange in accordance with the approved policies.”
Al-Aboudi had previously announced that Prime Minister Ali Faleh al-Zaidi had reached understandings with the United States regarding the continued sending of cash dollar shipments to Iraq, which would contribute to meeting the legitimate needs for foreign currency.
The Iraqi government announced on Thursday the arrival of a new shipment of cash dollars to Iraq, as part of understandings with the United States to ensure the continued flow of foreign currency and to meet market needs.
Government spokesman Haider al-Aboudi said, “A new shipment of cash dollars arrived in Iraq yesterday, Wednesday, September 30, 2026, as part of the existing understandings to ensure the continued flow of foreign currency and to meet the needs for foreign exchange in accordance with the approved policies.”
Al-Aboudi had previously announced that Prime Minister Ali Faleh al-Zaidi had reached understandings with the United States regarding the continued sending of cash dollar shipments to Iraq, which would contribute to meeting the legitimate needs for foreign currency.
He explained that these understandings come in light of the progress made by Iraq in strengthening the system of control over the distribution of dollars, regulating its uses, and reducing cases of misuse of foreign currency, in addition to expanding electronic payment methods and moving towards the gradual transition to a digital economy.
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Tom Barrack: Trump completed the withdrawal of US troops from Iraq in agreement with Baghdad and Erbil.
US Ambassador to Turkey, Tom Barrack, announced on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, that US President Donald Trump had successfully completed the process of transferring US forces from Iraq and bringing them home, 23 years after their presence there began.
Barak explained, in a post published on his official account, that the move was not just a "withdrawal," but was achieved through careful coordination between the various concerned parties; it included Baghdad, Erbil, regional partners and American interests within a unified strategic vision at a very precise and sensitive time.
The US ambassador noted that the sacrifices of American and Iraqi military personnel over the past decades have resulted in building a self-reliant Iraq.
He stressed that this strategic agreement opened a door that had been closed for a long time, and gave the federal Prime Minister Ali Faleh al-Zaidi and the Iraqi people the opportunity to bring all the armed forces together under the umbrella of the state and a single chain of command.
Barak stressed that the nature of the American role has officially moved from the position of "military protector" to that of "friend and partner," praising the complex political and diplomatic acumen with which US President Donald Trump managed this thorny regional issue to achieve this transformation.
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“One basket” is Al-Zaydi’s way to fill the vacancies: a discussion with Al-Maliki to resolve the issue
An informed government source revealed a proposed mechanism to complete the government cabinet in the event that political agreement cannot be reached on candidates for the vacant ministries or their distribution among the political forces, coinciding with a visit by the head of the State of Law Coalition, Nouri al-Maliki, to Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi to discuss the same issue.
The source was briefed on the details of the inability to finalize the candidates for the vacant ministries, including the security ministries (Interior and Defense), and the continued state of disagreement between the political forces and leaders.
According to him, this will push towards passing the candidates according to the “single basket” mechanism, to complete the government cabinet headed by Ali al-Zidi, who was authorized by most of the political forces to choose whomever he sees fit for the vacant ministries.
The mechanism will also include the positions of deputy prime ministers, in order to avoid a political veto, given that the Kurdish forces have not yet agreed on who should hold the position of deputy prime minister, whether it belongs to the Kurdistan Democratic Party or the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan, according to the source.
In a related context, Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi received Nouri al-Maliki, head of the State of Law Coalition, and discussed with him the importance of continuing understandings and dialogues between national political forces to complete the formation of the government, as well as supporting the government’s efforts in combating corruption, achieving reforms, and consolidating stability.
In addition, the government source pointed out that “the coordination framework, after the conclusion of the celebrations marking the withdrawal of US forces from the entire country, will appoint a delegation to visit the Kurdistan Region to decide on the identity of the second deputy prime minister, in addition to the candidates for the ministries that fall within the Kurdish share in the federal government.
According to the source, the government cabinet will be completed after the conclusion of the Sovereignty Day ceremonies and events, noting that a televised speech by the Prime Minister on behalf of Iraq will be broadcast on this occasion, and this matter was discussed in previous meetings of the coordination framework.
On May 14, the Iraqi parliament voted to approve Ali al-Zaidi's government and its ministerial program, including 14 ministers. Voting on the remaining nine ministries was postponed until further notice due to ongoing political disagreements over the distribution of portfolios, amid reports of international warnings against including armed factions in the new cabinet.
Since then, the coordination framework has authorized Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi to make contacts with the heads of the political blocs and entities participating in the government, whose candidates for the vacant ministries have not yet been decided up to the time of writing this report.
Nine ministerial portfolios are up for grabs... Political moves to resolve the agency issue in Baghdad
Next week will witness intense political activity among political forces to resolve the issue of nine ministerial portfolios that are still being run by acting ministers in the government of Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi, most notably the Ministries of Interior and Defense.
These anticipated moves come after multiple meetings held by the coordination framework over the past two weeks, which resulted in tangible progress and understandings to overcome obstacles and develop a final roadmap, in preparation for setting a date for a special session of the House of Representatives to vote on the new candidates.
Nine ministerial portfolios await resolution
In this context, Coordination Framework member Uday Abdul Hadi revealed in a press statement on Wednesday that next week will witness action to resolve the issue of nine ministerial portfolios in Prime Minister Ali al-Zidi’s government that are still being run by acting ministers, including two security ministries.
Abdul-Hadi explained that “the past two weeks witnessed multiple meetings within the coordination framework and with the rest of the political forces, in order to develop a roadmap to resolve the issue of candidates for nine ministerial portfolios, especially the security ministries, referring to the Ministries of Interior and Defense.”
“Tangible progress”
He pointed out that “there is tangible progress, and therefore next week will witness greater and broader activity in terms of meetings and consultations, in order to determine the roadmap that is being agreed upon, leading to setting a date for holding a session of the House of Representatives to vote on the candidates for the nine portfolios.”
Abdul-Hadi added that “some complications have been agreed upon to be overcome, and therefore next week will be very important, and we expect progress to be made towards the possibility of agreeing on a date for a session of the House of Representatives.”
Foreign Minister: The plan to restrict weapons will be presented in the coming days.
Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein said that the government's plan to restrict weapons will include specific timelines for implementation, noting that the deadline for its completion will be in June of next year.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ media office stated in a statement that “the Atlantic Council in the American capital, Washington, hosted on Wednesday, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Fuad Hussein, in a dialogue session entitled ‘Iraq after September 30,’ moderated by Victoria Taylor, Director of the Iraq Initiative and the Syria Project at the Council.”
He added that “the dialogue addressed the latest political and security developments in Iraq and the region, the prospects for Iraqi-American relations, the future of security cooperation, and efforts to combat the ISIS terrorist organization.”
He continued: “He also discussed Iraq’s position on regional conflicts, the impact of sanctions imposed on Iran on Iraq and its economic relations, as well as the Iraqi government’s efforts to restrict weapons to the state and to deal with the issue of armed factions.”
In this context, the minister explained, according to the statement, that “the Iraqi government has prepared a draft plan to restrict weapons to the state, which is scheduled to be presented in the coming days, and will include specific timeframes for its implementation,” noting that “the Prime Minister announced that the final date for completing the plan will be in June of next year.”
He added that “the dialogue also touched on border security and developments in Syria and their repercussions on Iraqi national security, in addition to discussing opportunities to strengthen economic relations between Iraq and the United States, and encouraging American companies to invest in Iraq, which would contribute to expanding the prospects for economic and trade cooperation between the two countries.
Kurdistan Region security confirms that the "Azadi" camp was targeted by a drone strike.
The Kurdistan Region Security Foundation announced on Wednesday evening that the "Azadi" camp in Koya district was attacked by a drone, confirming that no casualties were recorded as a result of the attack.
The organization said in a statement received by Shafaq News Agency that "Azadi Camp in Koya was attacked at 8:22 PM on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, by a single drone."
She added that "the attack did not result in any casualties."
Karim Parvizi, a leader in the Iranian Kurdish opposition Democratic Party, told Shafaq News Agency earlier this evening that the Azadi camp, located in the Koya district north of Erbil, was bombed by a drone, but there were no casualties or injuries.
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