Iraq braces for economic uncertainty as Trump tariffs spark debate over oil prices, fiscal policy

Iraq is confronting potential economic challenges following tariff hikes imposed by US President Donald Trump on foreign imports, with politicians and economists debating the degree to which the Iraqi economy will be affected.

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Newroz, Zakho teams subjected to disciplinary measures following stadium violence

Fans of both teams will be banned from attending their teams’ home matches for the rest of the season, following last week’s altercations.

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‘Duty to compensate’: echoes of tragedy spur Halabja on after accession to provincial status

In a tale of great sorrow and resilience, the people of Halabja have celebrated its recent accession to provincial status almost 40 years after the former Baath regime unleashed a brutal chemical attack on its residents. Despite the enduring scars of the past, families of the victims hope that the firm Kurdish political solidarity in pushing for the provincial accession bill will lead to the realization of long-awaited compensation from the Baghdad government.

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Iraqi President ratifies Halabja accession law

The ratification comes two weeks after it was passed in the parliament

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Iraq’s finance committee says seeking alternatives to oil amid price volatility

Iraq’s parliamentary finance committee, in collaboration with the International Partners Institution, hosted a two-day workshop to address the impacts of oil price fluctuations and propose amendments to the Federal Revenue Allocation and Oversight Authority Law No. 55 of 2017.

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Ports cleared of hazardous materials: Iraq assures public after Iran explosion

Following a deadly explosion at Iran’s Shahid Rajaee port, Iraq’s parliamentary security and defense committee affirmed that all Iraqi ports are free of hazardous materials.

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Iraq’s judiciary acquits former parliament speaker Halbousi of forgery

The former speaker of the Iraqi Parliament Mohammed al-Halbousi was acquitted of forgery charges that saw him dismissed from government in late 2023, according to an announcement by his office on Sunday night.

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Iraq officially invites Syria’s Sharaa to Arab Summit in Baghdad

Iraqi minister of culture has delivered an official invite, upon directives from the Iraqi president, to Syria's Ahmed al-Sharaa to attend the Arab Summit in Baghdad next month.

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Kirkuk-Baniyas oil pipeline revival economically unviable amid political, security challenges

Iraqi oil expert Nabil al-Marsoumi said Saturday that there is no economic justification for rebuilding the long-dormant Kirkuk-Baniyas oil pipeline, citing high costs and limited production gains.

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