Why has Iraq devalued its currency, and why are some MPs against it?

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Updated Original reporting: Al Jazeera

What happened

MPs oppose dinar devaluation, citing increased living costs and financial strain on Iraq’s most vulnerable populations.

Key facts

  • Reported by Al Jazeera and published Thu, 08 Oct 2026 11:59:21 UTC.

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