Iraq bans anti-Iran groups from operating on its territory

Iraq has issued an official order banning all activities of anti-Iran militant groups on its soil, particularly in the Kurdistan Region, in a move aimed at strengthening bilateral ties with the Islamic Republic. According to documents released by Iraq’s al …

Sandstorm in Iraq sweeps through Hillah, Najaf, Basra

A powerful sandstorm struck parts of Iraq, severely affecting visibility in cities such as Hillah, Najaf, and Basra. Following the storm, residents navigated thick dust and haze, with cars moving cautiously through the smog-like conditions. Police officers …

MENA Digest: Saudi firm Tuba, Iraq's IQ Cars, UAE's Fuze secure funding

Credit: VCCircle Dealmaking in the Middle East and North Africa region picked up pace this week, led by a series of big-ticket fundraises. These included a triple-digit pre-IPO funding round by digital platform provider iMENA Group, ahead of its planned …

Iraq Receives First Two French Caracal Helicopters

By John Lee. French firm Airbus has delivered the first two Caracal military helicopters to Iraq under a defence contract signed between the two countries. The Iraqi Ministry of Defence confirmed receipt of the aircraft on Wednesday, 30 April 2025. …

Iraq announces Oil Exports for March

By John Lee. Iraq's Ministry of Oil has announced finalised oil export volumes for March, but has again not disclosed the value of oil exports for the month. This continues the practice of delayed or missing oil export data from the Ministry. Total …

Iraq Produces First Batch of Diabetes Tablets

By John Lee. The Samarra-based General Company for the Manufacture of Medicines and Medical Supplies, a subsidiary of Iraq's Ministry of Industry and Minerals, has announced the successful local production of "Glimee-M" (GLIMEE-M) tablets, …

Iran Keeps Low Profile in Iraq's Vote, Still Pulls Strings

Iran is allowing rival Shi’ite factions in Iraq to battle it out in a wide-open political arena ahead of the country’s November 2025 elections, adopting a hands-off approach as its regional influence wanes. But officials and analysts say Tehran is quietly …

Iraq’s Wasit province issues tender for 3,000 MW renewable energy projects

Iraq’s Wasit province has launched tenders for more than 25 renewable energy projects with a combined capacity of 3,000 megawatts (MW), targeting both solar and wind power generation.  International companies are invited to submit investment bids starting …

In picturesLightning and sandstorms hit Iraq and Syria

The Ides of November: Navigating the Shifting Sands of Iraq’s 2025 Electoral Landscape

What could be the make-up of the next Iraqi government, as geopolitical drama continues to play out across the Middle East? As Iraq gears up for its pivotal parliamentary elections on Nov. 11, the atmosphere is charged with anticipation. With regional …