When the United States invaded Iraq in 2003, Iraq’s population was 26 million; today, it is approaching 48 million. Any visit to Iraq reflects what a different country it has become over 20 years.
Iraq’s public revenues rise in May
The Central Bank of Iraq (CBI) announced on Tuesday that state income and expenditures increased during May 2025.
Iraq’s Rafidain Bank pushes back amid US accusations
ERBIL, Kurdistan Region – The head of Iraq’s state-owned Rafidain Bank has strongly criticized what he described as a “systematic targeting” of the country’s banking sector, claiming it is driven by …
Consortium of six firms to develop Baghdad International Airport
As part of Iraq’s efforts to grow its logistics industry, a consortium was formed to rehabilitate Baghdad International Airport.
Kut, Iraq: Dozens killed as massive fire rips through multi-storey …
A huge fire has torn through a commercial building in Iraq’s eastern city of Kut, killing dozens of people, local authorities said Thursday.
Central Bank of Iraq announces over $35 billion in foreign currency sales
Iraq’s Central Bank sold over $35 billion in foreign currency over five months, a 15.66% increase from the previous year.
Central Bank of Iraq announces over $35 billion in foreign currency sales
Iraq’s Central Bank sold over $35 billion in foreign currency over five months, a 15.66% increase from the previous year.
US Firm to Strengthen Financial Compliance in Iraq
By John Lee. Iraq’s Rafidain Bank has signed a professional partnership agreement with U.S.-based consultancy K2 Integrity (K2i), during a ceremony hosted by the Embassy of the Republic of Iraq in …
UN in Iraq publishes Annual Results Report 2024
By John Lee. The United Nations (UN) in Iraq has published its Annual Results Report 2024. The United Nations Country Team (UNCT) in Iraq, composed of 23 UN agencies, funds and specialized programmes, …
Turkey May Soon Deploy Its Controversial Russian S … – Business Insider
Turkey may deploy its advanced Russian S-400 Triumf air defenses on the Iraqi border for its planned summer offensive against the Kurdistan Workers’ Party, PKK, in Iraqi Kurdistan.