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an hour ago
- Business
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Dollar prices surge in Baghdad, fall in Erbil
Shafaq News - Baghdad/Erbil On Monday, the US dollar exchange rates against the Iraqi dinar edged higher in Baghdad while dropping in Erbil. According to a survey by Shafaq News Agency, the dollar's exchange rate rose at the opening of Baghdad's central Al-Kifah and Al-Harithiya stock exchanges, settling at 141,300 dinars per 100 dollars. Sunday's rates were 141,200 dinars per 100 dollars. In exchange stores in Baghdad, the selling rate was 142,250 dinars for every 100 dollars, while the buying rate was 140,250 dinars. In Erbil, the selling price reached 141,050 dinars per 100 dollars, while the buying price was 140,900.
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15 hours ago
- Climate
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Iraq's Diyala: Mandali's orchards rehydrated
Shafaq News – Diyala Water has returned to the orchards of Mandali district in eastern Diyala after years of severe drought, local officials reported on Sunday. Ali Dhamad al-Zuhairi, the district administrator, told Shafaq News Agency that Mandali's renowned orchards — spanning over 5,000 dunams — had suffered extreme water shortages, forcing farmers to depend on wells often unfit for agriculture. He blamed the crisis on illegal river encroachments and broken pumping stations, clarifying that authorities have reopened and cleared four key rivers — Al-Jinni, Falshet, Souq, and Bagh — restoring water flow and reviving the parched groves. Mandali's orchards are prized for rare fruits, dates, and distinctive varieties such as Qarunfal, Mir Haj, and Jaafari, considered among the world's best, al-Zuhairi said, predicting that improved irrigation would boost production and help safeguard these farmlands from collapse.
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a day ago
- General
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Global media converges on Karbala for Ashura coverage
Shafaq News – Karbala Over 600 media outlets from around the world are covering this year's Muharram rituals in Karbala, marking one of the most extensive press operations the holy city has witnessed, according to the Iraqi Journalists Syndicate's Karbala branch. Branch chief Hussein al-Shammari told Shafaq News Agency on Sunday that the coverage spans news agencies, newspapers, satellite channels, professional photographers, and content creators from various countries. He confirmed that more than 30 fixed and mobile satellite news gathering (SNG) units are currently operating across the city, broadcasting live coverage of the religious ceremonies—from the flag-changing ritual at the Imam Hussein Shrine through to Ashura, the tenth day of Muharram. Al-Shammari added that over 800 journalists are participating in the coverage, representing local, regional, and international media—highlighting the religious, cultural, and journalistic significance of the occasion. He noted that the Imam Hussein and al-Abbas Shrines' authorities have provided extensive support for the media, including high-speed internet, meal services, designated press platforms, and official ID badges to facilitate journalist access within the heavily visited Old City. Al-Shammari also praised the security forces for ensuring a safe and efficient environment for reporters and media crews working in Karbala during this critical period. Ashura, one of the most sacred days in the Shiite Islamic calendar, commemorates the martyrdom of Imam Hussein ibn Ali, grandson of the Prophet Muhammad, who was killed in the Battle of Karbala in 680 CE. The day holds deep spiritual and political resonance for millions of Shiite Muslims worldwide.
Shafaq News
4 days ago
- Business
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Gold prices rise in Baghdad, hold ground in Erbil markets
Shafaq News – Baghdad/Erbil On Thursday, gold prices edged higher in Baghdad while remaining stable in Erbil markets. A survey by Shafaq News Agency recorded a selling price of 665,000 IQD per mithqal (equivalent to five grams) for 21-carat gold on Baghdad's Al-Nahr Street, covering Gulf, Turkish, and European varieties, with a buying price of 661,000 IQD. The selling price for 21-carat Iraqi gold was 635,000 IQD, with a buying price of 631,000 IQD. The selling price per mithqal of 21-carat Gulf gold in jewelry stores ranged between 665,000 and 675,000 IQD, while Iraqi gold sold for between 635,000 and 645,000 IQD. In Erbil, 22-carat gold was sold at 695,000 IQD per mithqal, 21-carat gold at 665,000 IQD, and 18-carat gold at 570,000 IQD.
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4 days ago
- Business
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Dollar prices fall in Baghdad and Erbil
Shafaq News - Baghdad/Erbil On Thursday, the exchange rates of the US dollar against the Iraqi dinar fell in the Baghdad and Erbil markets. According to a survey conducted by Shafaq News Agency, the dollar's rate edged lower with the opening of the Al-Kifah and Al-Harithiya stock exchanges in Baghdad, settling at 141,100 dinars per 100 dollars, down from 141,350 dinars on Wednesday. In Baghdad, currency exchange stores recorded a selling rate of 142,000 dinars per 100 dollars and a buying rate of 140,000 dinars. In Erbil, the selling price reached 140,750 dinars per 100 dollars, while the buying price was 140,650.
