Archive - Iraq Horizons

Weekly roundup: Baghdad and Erbil discuss security and salaries

Iraq commemorates Ashura. Head of Turkish MIT travels to Baghdad. Speaker and National Security Advisor visit Erbil. New head of Federal Supreme Court…

14 hrs ago

Iraq’s budget execution slows sharply amid budget approval delays

Average total monthly expenditures fell by 25% compared to in 2024.

Jul 9

Iraq reaffirms November elections despite regional tensions and Sadr boycott

Political leadership says the vote will be held on time.

Jul 8

Weekly roundup: New Federal Supreme Court head appointed

New head of Federal Supreme Court appointed. Sadr and Abadi reaffirm electoral boycott. New Baghdad governor appointed. Speaker travels to Turkey…

Jul 4

Will a new Supreme Court head impact Iraq’s political dynamics?

The court may decide to undertake a review of previous rulings.

Jul 1

June 2025

Weekly roundup: Iraq welcomes ceasefire in the region

Four presidencies meet. IHEC head meets with President. Iraq welcomes Israel-Iran ceasefire. Foreign Minister attends OIC meeting. Head of Judiciary…

Jun 27

Head of Supreme Court expected to be replaced soon

Jasim Al-Omayri's retirement request expected to be approved next week.

Jun 26

2024 budget spending reveals contained deficit but missed investment targets

After months of delay, the Ministry of Finance has finally released the 2024 end-of-year budget execution figures.

Jun 25

Weekly roundup: Iraq pushes for diplomatic solution to Iran-Israel conflict

Grand Ayatollah Sistani issues two statements on Iran-Israel conflict. Iraqi officials discuss regional developments. Iraq pushes for diplomatic…

Jun 20

Sistani warns of regional chaos amid Israel–Iran escalation

The office of Grand Ayatollah Sistani has issued two statements in response to the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran.

Jun 19

Iraq walks diplomatic tightrope amid Israel-Iran conflict

With pressure mounting from Iran-aligned groups to act, Sudani’s government is working to preserve fragile sovereignty.

Jun 16

Weekly roundup: US downsizes diplomatic footprint in Iraq

Iraq responds to Israeli strikes in Iran. US Embassy evacuates non-essential personnel. Iraqi delegation travels to Damascus. President attends Third UN…

Jun 13

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