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Iraq Finance Committee and CBI Discuss Crisis Resolution Strategies 

The CBI Governor provided a detailed explanation regarding the bank’s direction in monetary policy for the upcoming fiscal years.

Protesters are demanding that Wasit's daily electricity quota be increased from 1,050 megawatts to 1,200 megawatts.

Protests Erupt in Wasit Over Severe Electricity Shortages

Ministry of Electricity recently approved a 100-megawatt increase, bringing Wasit's total share to 1,050 megawatts, local protesters insist the quota must reach 1,200 megawatts to stabilize local supply.

21/08/2026
Ali Faleh al-Zaidi, Iraqi Prime Minister, during a meeting.
Photo: INS

Al-Zaidi Meets Parliamentary Blocs on Reform and 2027 Budget

Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Faleh al-Zaidi held separate meetings with members of the al-Sadiqoun and Badr parliamentary blocs to discuss government priorities and cooperation with the legislature.

20/08/2026
Mazin Gharib, Iraqi Parliament Security and Defense Committee member

Mazin Gharib Warns of Possible Government-Armed Group Clash

Information obtained by Channel8 indicates that Iraqi Parliament Security and Defense Committee member Mazin Gharib believes completing the disarmament of armed groups before September 30 is not possible.

20/08/2026
The headquarters building of the Central Bank of Iran (CBI) in Tehran. Photo: AFP

Iran to Access Trade Bank Funds in Iraq Shortly, Iranian Official Says

The Governor of the Central Bank of Iran announced that Iraqi officials, during his recent Baghdad visit, guaranteed Tehran obstacle-free access to its funds and assets held at the Trade Bank of Iraq (TBI).

20/08/2026
Iraqi Finance Minister Faleh al-Sari. Photo: Iraqi Finance Ministery

Finance Minister Orders Acceleration of Iraq's First Program and Performance Budget

Iraqi Minister of Finance Faleh Sari visited the Ministry of Finance's Budget Department to inspect ongoing work on the country's upcoming federal draft budget.

20/08/2026
The building of Iraq’s Federal Commission of Integrity. Photo: Integrity Commission

Former Iraq Culture Deputy Sentenced to Six Years' Prison 

The commission stated that the court found the compiled evidence sufficient and compelling to secure a conviction.

20/08/2026