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Iraq Business
4 days ago
- Politics
- Iraq Business
Iraqi Election: Second Shiite Bloc Withdraws
From Amwaj Media. Any opinions expressed are those of the author(s), and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. Iraqi electoral process in question as second Shiite bloc withdraws from polls Amid mounting fears over the future of democracy in Iraq, the Nasr (Victory) bloc led by former premier Haidar Al-Abadi (2014-18) (pictured) has announced its withdrawal from the upcoming parliamentary elections. Citing pervasive "political money" and alleged vote-buying, the bloc says electoral integrity is worsening. The full article can be viewed here.
Iraq Business
11-07-2025
- Politics
- Iraq Business
Judicial Drama "Puts Spotlight on Future of Top Iraqi Court"
From Amwaj Media. Any opinions expressed are those of the author(s), and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News . Judicial drama puts spotlight on future of top Iraqi court The dust is settling after an unprecedented crisis in Iraq's Federal Supreme Court. Barely two weeks ago, nine judges submitted their resignations, paralyzing the top judicial body. With the surprise retirement of the head of the court, and the subsequent return of the protesting judges, the contention is seemingly resolved. However, deep uncertainty continues amid accusations of political interference and a lack of judicial independence. The full article can be viewed here.
Iraq Business
26-06-2025
- Business
- Iraq Business
Iraqi Dollar Smuggling 'Turns Regional'
From Amwaj Media. Any opinions expressed are those of the author(s), and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. Iraqi dollar smuggling 'turns regional' amid high Iranian demand for greenbacks Iraq has recently been riled by reports of a multi-billion dollar cash smuggling scheme allegedly orchestrated by Iran and its allies. Apparently aiming to circumvent US sanctions, the controversy has sharpened attention to Iran's extensive regional shadow economies in Iraq. Emerging shortly before the recent attacks on Iran by Israel and the US, the crisis has led to intense scrutiny on ties between Tehran and Iraqi armed groups. The full article can be viewed here.
Middle East Eye
22-06-2025
- Politics
- Middle East Eye
US attacks Iran: What are the Islamic Republic's options?
The US launched a surprise bombing attack on three Iranian nuclear facilities late on Saturday, bringing America directly into Israel's war against the Islamic Republic. Donald Trump said the air strikes had "completely and totally obliterated" the Fordow, Natanz and the Isfahan sites, in an effort to disable the Islamic Republic's nuclear enrichment capability. As of 11am GMT, it remained unclear whether the Fordow plant, buried deep under a mountain and protected by anti-aircraft batteries, was partially or completely destroyed. Al Jazeera Arabic reported that Washington had notified Tehran in advance of the strikes, and that the targeted sites were evacuated. Meanwhile, Amwaj Media, citing an Iranian political source, reported that "most" of Iran's stockpile of enriched uranium were kept in secure locations outside of the three targeted areas. New MEE newsletter: Jerusalem Dispatch Sign up to get the latest insights and analysis on Israel-Palestine, alongside Turkey Unpacked and other MEE newsletters Iran has threatened to retaliate against the American attacks, and on Sunday issued a warning that "every American soldier and citizen in the region is a legitimate target". With the situation still developing, Middle East Eye takes a look at what options are on the table for Iran. Attacks on US assets The US has a range of military bases across the Middle East. Key bases are located in Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Syria, Bahrain and Iraq. Following the strikes on Iran, a commentator on Iran's IRIB state broadcaster said that every American citizen and soldier in the region was a "legitimate target" and aired a map showing US bases in the region. "You started it and we'll finish it," he said. Kuwait's finance ministry said on Sunday that it had set up shelters in the country's ministries complex. The shelters can accommodate around 900 people, the ministry said in a statement on X. Withdraw from Non-Proliferation Treaty The US attack on Iran has led some Iranian lawmakers to call for withdrawing from the Non-Proliferation Treaty, which promotes disarmament and the use of peaceful nuclear energy.
Iraq Business
16-06-2025
- Politics
- Iraq Business
Debate on Greater Autonomy reignites in Iraqi's Oil-Rich South
From Amwaj Media. Any opinions expressed are those of the author(s), and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News . Debate on greater autonomy reignites in Iraqi's oil-rich south Following the Iraqi parliament's elevation of Sulaimaniyah's Halabja district to full governorate status in April, the country is now witnessing an unprecedented wave of similar calls for increased local autonomy. This marks a significant shift in Iraq's administrative landscape, and reflects deep-seated tensions over resource distribution, political representation and local governance. The full article can be viewed here.
