Iraq
A recent photo of al-Sistani in his ninety-sixth year
A recent photo of the highest religious authority in Iraq, Ali al-Sistani, appeared in one of the rare pictures published of him after he turned 96. According to…
Aug 23, 2026
Iraq
Iraq
Sources: Riyadh invites Al-Zaydi to visit Saudi Arabia amid moves to contain tension with Baghdad
Baghdad – Baghdad Observer, informed political and diplomatic sources told Baghdad Observer that Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Al-Zaydi received an official invitation to visit the Kingdom of Saudi…
Aug 3, 2026
Iraq
Integrity Committee of Parliament Confirms Support for Anti-Corruption Campaign and Calls for Comprehensiveness
The Iraqi Parliamentary Integrity Committee affirmed its support for the current government's anti-corruption campaign, noting that it includes senior officials and is characterized by secrecy and expansion in…
Jun 28, 2026
Iraq
Iranian Foreign Minister Arrives in Baghdad on Official Visit
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi arrived in the Iraqi capital Baghdad on Sunday morning in an official visit aimed at holding consultations with senior Iraqi officials on bilateral…
Jun 28, 2026
Iraq
Al-Halbousi in Cairo: Iraq rejects Iran's violations of Arab states' sovereignty and supports regional de-escalation
Iraqi Parliament Speaker Mohammed Halbusi reiterated Baghdad's support for regional de-escalation on Saturday, affirming Iraq's rejection of any violations against Arab states' sovereignty. Halbusi's position came during a…
Jun 27, 2026