Baghdad – Nouri al-Maliki called on Iraqis to draw strength from the Revolution of Imam Hussein. He delivered his remarks during a speech aired on Sunday and followed by the Iraqi News Agency. Additionally, Maliki emphasized the need to hold firm to core principles and values. He urged citizens to find strength in the unwavering stance of Imam Hussein (peace...
Baghdad - Baghdad’s political scene turned tense after a disputed vote in the Governorate Council. However, the State of Law Coalition has officially reaffirmed its alliance with the Sunni-led Taqaddum bloc.
On July 6, the State of Law Coalition, led by former Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki, released a strong statement. The coalition emphasized its dedication to all prior agreements within the Baghdad Governorate...
Baghdad - The salary crisis in the Kurdistan Region has reached a critical stage. Over 1.2 million public employees remain unpaid for more than two months. In response, top leaders are accelerating efforts to find a solution.
On Sunday, Kurdistan Region President Nechirvan Barzani as well as, Prime Minister Masrour Barzani welcomed Iraqi Parliament Speaker Mahmoud al-Mashhadani in Erbil. Their...
Baghdad - Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani received an official invitation from the Serbian Ambassador to Iraq, Branislav Zejelj, on Saturday. Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani’s office confirmed the meeting, emphasizing its importance for strengthening Iraq-Serbia relations. The ambassador delivered a letter inviting the Prime Minister to visit Belgrade.
During the meeting, both parties discussed bilateral relations and explored ways...
Iraq’s water crisis continues to worsen amid drastically reduced flows from Turkiye. Iraq’s water crisis is now a critical concern for the government and citizens alike. A parliamentary committee recently confirmed that only building new dams can secure the country’s long-term water needs. Without urgent action, Iraq faces a growing water emergency.
MP Thaer Mukhayef spoke to Shafaq News about...
Baghdad - Iraq’s military command firmly rejected accusations made by the Kurdistan Region’s Ministry of Interior on Saturday. The ministry blamed an Iran-backed Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) faction for a drone strike near Erbil. However, Iraq’s military command dismissed these claims as “unacceptable” and “baseless.” Sabah Al-Numan, the spokesperson for the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, urged the Kurdistan...
Baghdad - On Wednesday, the Turkmen Front called on the Iraqi government to reform Kirkuk’s local leadership. They want to ensure Turkmen participation in the province’s administration. The Turkmen Front Demands Kirkuk Role to promote fair representation and lasting unity.
Mohammad Samaan Agha, the Turkmen Front leader, spoke after recent discussions in Baghdad. Talks within the State Administration Coalition (SAC) focused on...
Baghdad - The radar agreement with South Korea has gained new urgency as the U.S. Department of State evaluates statements from Iraq’s Prime Minister. Mohammed Shia al-Sudani recently confirmed Baghdad’s intention to speed up defense cooperation with Seoul. These remarks prompted Washington to respond swiftly.
Tammy Bruce, spokesperson for the State Department, told Shafaq News on Wednesday that the Prime Minister's comments...
The recent Kirkuk missile strikes have alarmed local residents and officials. On Monday night, three missiles struck Kirkuk International Airport. At the same time, another missile hit a home in the city’s Arouba neighborhood. Fortunately, no injuries occurred during the attacks.
The airport administration quickly confirmed the missile impacts. However, they assured the public that the airport remains fully operational. “All sections...
Baghdad - The Iraqi government has officially declared a public holiday to honor Ashura. The Ashura holiday in Iraq will fall on Sunday, July 6. This announcement affects all ministries and government institutions nationwide. The Cabinet Secretariat issued a statement confirming the decision.
he declaration follows Article 1, Section 1(c) of the Public Holidays Law No. 12 of 2024. Therefore, it provides...