#Iraq
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MiscellaneousEgypt and Iraq Deepen Water Management Cooperation Amidst Shared Challenges
Egypt and Iraq are strengthening their cooperation in water resources management, focusing on expanding bilateral efforts and exchanging expertise. The collaboration aims to address shared water challenges and improve efficiency through joint programs and training.
PoliticsIraqi PM Ali Al Zaidi and Jordan's King Abdullah II Deepen Bilateral Ties in Amman Talks
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Al Zaidi met with Jordan's King Abdullah II and Prime Minister Jaafar Hassan in Amman to discuss strengthening bilateral ties and expanding cooperation in energy, economy, and security. The visit included the signing of nine memorandums of understanding.
PoliticsIraq Court Orders Probe of Maysan Leader Over Iran Border Dispute
An Iraqi court has ordered an investigation into the head of Maysan's provincial council for threatening civil disobedience over the closure of the Al Sheeb border crossing with Iran. The closure, citing security concerns, has led to protests and diplomatic friction.
MiscellaneousIraqis Commemorate Seven Years Since Tishreen Protests, Renewing Calls for Reform
Iraqis are commemorating the seventh anniversary of the Tishreen protests, using the occasion to renew their demands for significant reforms across the nation.
PoliticsIran Accused of Deliberately Undermining Iraq's Security, Disrupting Economy
An Iraqi Prime Minister's adviser has accused Iran of deliberately undermining Iraq's security and economy through drug trafficking and unauthorized border crossings. Baghdad has closed some crossings in response, leading to protests.
MiscellaneousIraq Shuts Key Al Sheeb Border Crossing with Iran Amid Security Review
Iraq has closed the Al Sheeb border crossing with Iran for passengers and goods due to a security review and the installation of detection equipment. The move, ordered by Prime Minister Ali Al Zaidi, could significantly disrupt trade and potentially increase prices of basic goods.
HealthIraqi Father's Desperate Plea: $2.9 Million Gene Therapy Needed to Save Son with Rare Muscle Disease
An Iraqi father is desperately seeking Dh10.6 million ($2.9 million) for life-saving gene therapy for his five-year-old son, Ali, who has been diagnosed with the rare and aggressive Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD). Initial fundraising efforts in Iraq have fallen far short of the required amount.
PoliticsIraq Agrees to Expel or Hand Over Iranian Kurdish Opposition Groups, Iran Claims
Iran's ambassador to Baghdad claims Iraq has agreed to expel or hand over Iranian Kurdish opposition groups from its Kurdistan region, following a joint security committee meeting. This development raises legal and humanitarian questions for thousands of refugees.
PoliticsIraq Urges Regional Security Pact, Emphasizing Self-Reliance Over Foreign Intervention
Iraq's Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein has renewed calls for a regional security pact with Gulf states, emphasizing that stability must stem from within the Middle East and cannot be imported from abroad. The initiative, part of Iraq's effort to act as a regional mediator, aims to foster cooperation among regional powers to address security and economic challenges.
PoliticsEgypt Vows Unwavering Support for Iraq's Unity and Sovereignty Amidst Regional Tensions
Egypt has reaffirmed its strong support for Iraq's unity, sovereignty, and state institutions during a meeting between Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty and Ammar al-Hakim in Baghdad. The discussions also covered regional stability and economic cooperation.
EconomyIraq's Dinar Devaluation Sparks Consumer Fears Amidst Oil Revenue Woes
Iraq's Central Bank devalued the dinar by 15%, raising the dollar selling rate to 1,520 dinars. This move aims to protect public finances amid falling oil revenues but has sparked concerns among residents about rising living costs and eroding purchasing power.
EconomyIMF Bolsters Support for Iraq and Lebanon Amid Growing Regional Assistance Efforts
The IMF is accelerating talks with Iraq and Lebanon to provide financial and policy support, as part of broader efforts to assist vulnerable nations in the Middle East and North Africa. Both countries face significant economic challenges, with the IMF expressing confidence in reaching program agreements.
Miscellaneous'I Was Innocent': Ex-Dubai Resident Details Five Years of Detention in Iraq
Former Dubai resident Robert Pether, detained for five years in Iraq over a contract dispute, has spoken out for the first time since his release, detailing his struggle for freedom and his determination to seek accountability for the "huge injustice" he endured.
MiscellaneousMiddle East in Brief: Houthi Attack on Presidential Palace, Iraq Approves Cabinet, UAE Busts Cybercrime Ring
This week's Trending Middle East covers a Houthi attack on Yemen's presidential palace, Iraq's cabinet approval, and Sharjah Police dismantling a major cybercrime network. US President Donald Trump also made remarks regarding potential military action against Iran.
PoliticsIraq's Parliament Confirms New Cabinet Amidst Severe Economic Headwinds
Iraq's parliament has approved the remaining members of Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi's cabinet, including three deputy prime ministers, one of whom is under US sanctions. The new government faces severe economic challenges exacerbated by the ongoing US-Israel war on Iran.
EconomyIraq's Dinar Devalued by 15% Amidst Financial Crisis, Traders Face Uncertainty
Iraq has devalued its currency by nearly 15 percent to address a cash crunch and revenue shortfalls, a move that has left traders facing significant losses and uncertainty over pricing. The government aims to cover salaries and essential expenditures amidst financial pressures.
PoliticsSaudi Crown Prince and Iraqi PM Discuss Regional Security Amidst Houthi Attacks
Saudi Crown Prince Mohamed bin Salman met with Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Al Zaidi in Riyadh to discuss regional security and stability, following a deadly Houthi attack on the Saudi capital's airport. The meeting occurred amidst escalating Houthi strikes and a worsening humanitarian crisis in Yemen.
PoliticsKurdistan President: Iraq Must Not Threaten Gulf States, Weapons Should Be State-Controlled
President Nechirvan Barzani of Iraq's Kurdistan region stated that Iraq must not threaten Gulf states and that weapons should be under government control. He also highlighted economic uncertainty as a major threat to Iraq.
PoliticsPKK Vacates Northern Iraq Camps Amid Disarmament Efforts
The Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK) has withdrawn from four camps in northern Iraq as part of a disarmament process, according to Turkish security sources. This move is seen as a step towards potential reintegration of former militants into Turkey, though significant legal and political hurdles remain.
PoliticsAustralian Engineer Robert Pether Returns Home to Family After Years of Detention and Travel Bans in Iraq
Australian engineer Robert Pether has been reunited with his family after spending more than five years detained and subjected to travel bans in Iraq over a contract dispute.
PoliticsAustralian Engineer Robert Pether Leaves Iraq After Years of Detention and Travel Bans
Australian engineer Robert Pether has finally left Iraq to reunite with his family in Ireland after enduring five years of detention and travel restrictions following a contract dispute.
PoliticsMoqtada Al Sadr Pushes for Statesmanship and Militia Disbandment Following US Troop Withdrawal
Shiite cleric Moqtada Al Sadr has dissolved his militias and called for a new chapter with the US, aiming to bolster a nationalist platform and strengthen state control in Iraq following the American troop withdrawal.
Breaking NewsIraqi Police Officer Killed in ISIS Assault Near Kirkuk Following US-Led Coalition Withdrawal
An Iraqi federal police officer was killed in an ISIS attack near Kirkuk, marking the first major security incident since the withdrawal of the US-led coalition.
PoliticsFrench ISIS Recruit on Trial in Iraq Claims He Was Deceived Online and Pleads for Mercy
A French man on trial in Iraq for joining ISIS pleaded for mercy, claiming he was lured to the region through social media under the guise of helping Syrian Muslims.