Iraq’s new prime minister sworn in with incomplete cabinet and unresolved challenges
Iraq’s new Prime Minister Ali Al-Zaini was sworn in today, but with an incomplete government, as parliament failed to reach agreement on the appointment of key ministries, including Interior and Defence
Reuters: United Arab Emirates withdraws from OPEC, a major blow to the oil cartel
The withdrawal of the United Arab Emirates intensifies pressure on the global oil market and reshapes geopolitical balances
Reuters: Lower growth in Germany in 2026 and 2027 due to the war in Iran
The official announcement of the Economy Ministry’s forecasts is expected next week