“Tidbits From TNT” Monday 2-9-2026

TNT:

Tishwash:  Parliamentary move to summon Al-Sudani and the Minister of Finance

Member of Parliament, Mohammed al-Khafaji, revealed on Sunday a parliamentary move to summon Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani and Finance Minister Taif Sami to Parliament to discuss the current financial crisis. 

Al-Khafaji told Al-Maalouma, “There is an urgent need to summon those concerned to understand the repercussions of the financial crisis the country is experiencing and to develop effective solutions.” 

He added, "The summons also aims to discuss the constitutional violations committed by the Cabinet, represented by making strategic decisions and signing contracts that exceed the powers of a caretaker government."

He pointed out that "the Constitution defines the government's duties at this stage, and any action outside this framework is a legal violation that necessitates accountability and parliamentary oversight."  link

Tishwash:   The Central Bank Governor visits the Iraqi House and renews his support for humanitarian initiatives.

His Excellency the Governor of the Central Bank of Iraq, Mr. Ali Mohsen Al-Alaq, visited the Iraqi House, managed by Mr. Hisham Al-Dhahabi, a leading humanitarian institution dedicated to the care of orphans and the elderly, and providing social and developmental support to the most vulnerable groups in society.

During his visit, His Excellency was briefed on the services provided by the Iraqi House to children without guardians. The House takes them in from an early age, nurturing and caring for them, and providing them with academic and vocational training. It also secures employment opportunities for them in both the public and private sectors, contributing to their integration into society and their economic empowerment.

He noted that a number of the children from the House have successfully completed their university studies at prestigious colleges, including medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, and engineering, a true testament to the success of the sustainable care model adopted by the Iraqi House for Innovation.

His Excellency commended the positive results achieved by this initiative and pledged sufficient support to meet the institution's essential needs, as well as those of the elderly care home currently under construction.

The visit included a tour of the facility, during which the governor met with the elderly residents and toured its various amenities, including children's play areas, restaurants, and small businesses run by the sons of Professor Hisham Al-Dhahabi. These businesses serve as practical models of self-reliance and skills development.

During the visit, Mr. Al-Alaq affirmed his full financial and moral support for this humanitarian institution, praising the efforts made in caring for vulnerable groups and emphasizing the importance of partnerships between official institutions and community initiatives in promoting social solidarity and achieving sustainable development.

Central Bank of Iraq, 
Media Office, 
February 7, 2026  link

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Tishwash: Baghdad merchants' strike paralyzes trade in protest against increased customs tariffs

On Sunday morning, Iraqis woke up to an unusual sight in the streets of the capital, Baghdad, as markets and shops appeared completely closed, in a general strike carried out by merchants in protest against a government decision to raise customs tariffs.

Major commercial areas such as Al-Shourja, Al-Rashid Street, Al-Karrada, Al-Rabeei, Al-Sina’a, and Jamila witnessed an almost complete closure of shops, while a number of merchants went out in demonstrations in the middle of Al-Shourja, demanding a reversal of the decision, which they described as “suffocating,” due to the sharp rise in commodity prices and the decline in citizens’ purchasing power that it caused.

Traders confirmed that the decision led to a major recession in the markets and increasing financial losses, which prompted them to escalate the strike, indicating their intention to continue the closure until the government responds to their demands to open a serious dialogue and review the customs tariff in a manner that is appropriate to the difficult economic conditions.

This strike comes days after warnings issued by traders about the consequences of implementing the decision, which prompted citizens yesterday, Saturday, to rush to the markets to buy food and consumer goods, fearing price increases or shortages in supply.

While some economic voices blame this decision for the accumulation of goods at ports and the disruption of trade, official sources maintain that the customs increase has generated significant revenue, a move aimed at bolstering the public treasury. However, as the crisis worsens, calls have grown louder to expand the strike to other governorates if immediate action is not taken.  link

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