AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoIraq’s New PM, Al-Zaidi: Ali al-Zaidi was sworn in with a partial Cabinet after parliament approved 14 ministers but left interior and defence for later, as lawmakers wrestled over key posts. State Arms Policy: Al-Zaidi vowed to keep a state monopoly on weapons, aiming to restrict arms to government control—an issue made sharper by U.S. pressure to rein in Iran-linked armed groups. IMF/World Bank Talks: Iraq is also seeking financial help from the IMF and World Bank to plug budget gaps tied to the Iran war’s hit to oil exports and the Strait of Hormuz disruption. Regional Backing: Türkiye publicly welcomed the new government and pledged continued support. Oil Under Pressure: With Hormuz risk still hanging over shipments, Iraq is cutting crude prices sharply to keep exports moving. Covert War Claims: A fresh report alleges a secret Israeli base in Iraq’s desert tied to the Iran campaign, with Baghdad condemning it as reckless—adding new noise to an already tense week.
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