Day: October 2, 2024

Shafaq News/ On Wednesday, the exchange rates оf the US Dollar against the Iraqi dinar edged higher in Baghdad and Erbil markets.

According to a survey by Shafaq News Agency, the dollar’s rates increased with the opening оf the central Al-Kifah and Al-Harithiya stock exchanges in Baghdad, settling at 152,300 dinars for every 100 dollars, while they recorded 151,850 dinars on Tuesday.

The selling and buying rates at currency exchange stores in Baghdad were set at 153,250 IQD and 151,250 IQD per 100 USD, respectively.

Erbil’s selling price reached 152,350 dinars for every 100 dollars, and the buying price was 152,250.

Shafaq News/ Danish police announced, on Wednesday, that they are investigating two explosions near the Israeli embassy in Copenhagen.

Copenhagen police stated on X, “No one was injured, and we are conducting preliminary investigations at the scene.” They added that there is an ongoing investigation into a potential connection to the Israeli embassy, which is located in the area.

The Israeli Embassy did not comment on the incident.

Shafaq News/ On Wednesday, Basrah crude oil prices edged lower as global oil prices jumped.

Basrah Heavy crude increased by $1.36 to $67.21 per barrel, and Basrah Medium crude by $1.36, reaching $70.21 per barrel.

Brent futures leaped $1, or 1.36%, to $74.56 a barrel, while U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude spiked $1.07, or 1.53%, to $70.9 at 0330 GMT, according to Reuters.