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Iraq

Six Candidates Nominated for Speaker of the Iraqi Parliament

The Sunni National Political Council has nominated six candidates for the position of speaker of the Iraqi parliament. Officials say agreement on a candidate from outside the list is still possible.


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Iraqi Planning Ministry: Monthly and Annual Inflation Rates Continue to Decline

Iraq’s Planning Ministry says inflation fell by 0.3% compared to last month, driven mainly by lower food and housing prices. The real estate sector saw a 1% drop, contributing significantly to the overall decline.


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Iraqi Electricity: Iranian gas exports to Iraq suspended

The Iraqi Ministry of Electricity announced that Iran has suspended gas exports to Iraq for one week due to maintenance work. The suspension, which comes amid the aftermath of the Kormor gas field attack, has already affected several power plants across the country.


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The Iraqi judiciary has released the official statistics on marriages and divorces for the month of October.

Iraq’s Supreme Judicial Council has released the official statistics for marriages and divorces recorded in October. The data show more than 34,000 marriages and over 7,000 divorces across the country.


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The final results of the general population census have been released

Iraq’s Ministry of Planning has announced the final results of the general population census, confirming a total population of over 46 million. The ministry said future censuses will move to fully digital methods.


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500,000 dinars as a penalty for washing cars on public streets

Baghdad Municipality has announced new fines for blocking streets, dumping waste, and washing cars in public spaces. Penalties range from 500,000 to five million dinars depending on the violation.


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A public holiday has been declared in several Iraqi provinces tomorrow

Several Iraqi provinces have declared Tuesday a public holiday to commemorate the martyrdom of Fatima Zahra. The decision excludes security, health, and essential service departments.


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A wave of rain will cover these areas

A new wave of rain will affect several parts of Iraq and the Kurdistan Region starting tonight. Temperatures are expected to drop by four to five degrees Celsius.


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Kirkuk: Two Students Killed in Serious Traffic Accident

Two students were killed in a serious accident on the Kirkuk–Tikrit highway while returning to Alam district after their exam. Their car overturned, and the bodies have been sent to the hospital


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Flights between Baghdad and Athens will start soon

Flights between Baghdad and Athens are expected to start within two to three weeks after the Greek Civil Aviation Authority approved the route. The decision follows major upgrades at Baghdad International Airport and compliance with international aviation standards.


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Two Officers and a Soldier Killed in Traffic Accident

Two Iraqi army officers and a soldier were killed in a collision on the new Sini road in Beji. Police say the newly built road encourages speeding, leading to frequent deadly accidents


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The first infant milk factory will be built in Iraq

Iraq has laid the foundation stone for its first factory to produce infant milk and children's food. The project, launched by Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Sudani, will produce up to nine million bottles of food annually.


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Fuad Hussein: More than 10 people are competing for the post of the next Iraqi prime minister

Fuad Hussein says more than 10 candidates are competing for the post of Iraq’s next prime minister, as political parties begin formal cabinet formation talks. He also confirmed that Baghdad will send the September and October payments next week.


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The size of the Iraqi budget for 2026 will be announced soon

The Iraqi government expects the 2026 budget revenues to be close to this year’s 200 trillion dinars. Despite an annual deficit exceeding 60 trillion dinars, revenues are expected to cover salaries, services, and investment spending.


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Commission: So far, 80 appeals have been filed against the election results

The number of appeals filed against the final election results has risen to 80, including 36 appeals submitted today alone. The appeals follow the commission’s announcement of the final results on November 17.


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Iraqi Health: We are trying to increase the rate of labeling medicines to 100%

The Iraqi Ministry of Health says medicine labeling has increased from 30% to 70% within two years through 1.6 billion health stickers. The ministry aims to reach a full 100% labeling rate to regulate the pharmaceutical market and prevent price manipulation.


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Sudani: Iraq to Halt Gas Exports by 2028 and Launch Major Economic Reforms

Iraq plans to halt gas exports by 2028 and attract $100 billion in Gulf investment under new economic reforms. Sudani says the government will combat poverty and corruption while strengthening ties with the Kurdistan Region and international partners.


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The payments of the employees at the ballot box will be made

The Iraqi Cabinet approved payments for ballot box and reserve employees, ranging from 100,000 to 400,000 dinars. Bank card requirements have been removed, and payments will be distributed through banks


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An attempt to smuggle drugs by balloon was foiled in Anbar province, according to the Military Intelligence Directorate of the Iraqi Defense Ministry.

Iraqi military intelligence has foiled an attempt to smuggle 22,000 narcotic pills into Anbar province using a balloon. The drugs were seized in the Karma area and handed over to the Counter-Narcotics Directorate.


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The commission announced the date for the announcement of the final results

The Iraqi Election Commission will announce the final parliamentary election results today or tomorrow, confirming a 100% match with manual counting. Parties will have three days to submit appeals after publication.


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