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April 30, 2026 Mnt Goat News Brief

Guten Tag everyone:

The RV saga continues with the election cycle. There were meetings to decide on the new nominee scheduled for Sunday, Monday, then Wednesday, then the weekend passed. Well, well wouldn’t you know it last night, Monday night’s meeting delivered a new nominee, yes someone outside of al-Sudani or al-Maliki. Will he work out? Who is he? Please join me today as we explore a sequential stream of news articles to see what is next and if the train is going to get back on track…. choo…choo…

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Luke 6:38

“Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured to you.”

STATUS OF THE RV

Another month bites the dust and we are moving on to May already and still no RV. I want to bring your attention once again to all these stupid intel guru idiots who told you that the RV was imminent and going to happened last weekend or the weekend before and before that, etc. etc. They told you these things without any real proof only gossip, rumors, opinions, speculation and their bullshit.

For today’s news I want to first clarify the dollars we are hearing that were held back from Iraq. I am hearing all kinds of nonsense about these dollars from your favorite intel gurus. So, first let me state we all should know by now that Iraq de-dollarized years ago and continues to do so. They even now mandate the use of dinars to buy cars and homes any large purchases. Other items too can only be paid in dinars and that is the law. So why do people think, by the U.S. holding back the $500 million dollars of monthly to Iraq, this action is going to destroy the Iraqi economy? I have no clue. Folks, this is AID to Iraq. It does not come out of the DFI fund in NYC from oil revenues. If is free money to Iraq. Remember just years ago, the US used to fly planes full of pallets of freshly printed $100 dollar bills to Iraq in the tune of $2 billion per month. Yes, folks you read it right, $2 billion per month. This amount was cut down under the Trump administration to only a half billion and probably soon should be cut off altogether. I think he would have cut it out entirely had it not been a ‘carrot’ left to bait them with, which has recently held true.

In conjunction with these dollars, I also want to point out the parallel market is the abuser of ‘any’ dollars inside Iraq. Any dollars now in Iraq should be used exclusively for tourists, students or those leaving for medical reasons to go outside of Iraq not stay in Iraq, get it? Most travel to the U.S.

There is still the CBI official rate of the dinar at 1320 dinars per dollar. This rate reflects the fact that the dinar is still solely pegged to the dollar. It is a peg to a stronger currency for a reason. This creates stability and allows Iraq to purchase the necessary goods as imports as they convert the dinars to dollars through the correspondent banks. These banks control the dollars electronically and are heavily monitored and audited. These banks are major banks located outside Iraq or inside Iraq. But certainly, the ‘dollar auction window’ days are over of turning over paper dollars to merchants by the banks, who in return pay importers themselves. In reality almost 25% of these dollars went to Iran with falsified paperwork at the auction window. Folks this is all in the past so update your thinking!  Again, Iraq has de-dollarized their economy.

Then there are still lingering black marketeers who make millions off of the dollars as they illegal operate a ‘parallel market’ selling what dollars they can get their hands on to susceptible people willing to pay for them. They are the ones that raise the rate of the dinar to figures like 1420, 1550 etc. etc. Get it? This is not the legitimate CBI rate changing.

What do these people do with these illegal dollars then? They use them to purchase illegal goods and smuggle them into Iraq or still launder the dollars to Iran. But there are few dollars going to Iran these days and the high rate depicts this. Scarcity causes supply demands and supply demands cause rates to go up. Get it?

Also remember that the ‘correspondent’ banks now handle dollar transfers to sellers of imported goods to Iraq electronically so they bypass the black market. Of course, the black marketeers are going to complain when they can’t get dollars. What the hell do you think they are going to say when they are losing millions every day? But these millions are not really theirs to lose. They are profiteering. Get it?

Many of the Iranian-backed politicians run these black market operations and also publish these nasty, negative articles anytime they can’t get the dollars they need to run their illegal operations. What are their operations? Like I said, it is still to smuggle dollars somehow to Iran or pay the militias or terrorist organizations operating in Iraq.   

There are no more dollar auctions. These auctions stopped almost four (4) years ago. Get it? Some were even thinking they were auctioning off dinars, which is how we buy our dinars from the recipients of these auctions outside Iraq. Simply not true! How foolish! Where the hell have you been Mr intel guru? So, when I hear these RV intel gurus talking like it’s still a decade ago, it gives me chills up my back at just how ignorant and uninformed they are. But they are bringing the RV news to you? Folks, this is an ongoing saga. You can’t just pop into the news when you feel like it. You must keep up with it if you truly want a timeframe to see where this investment is going.

These idiot intel guru idiots come on and pretend to know so much. Go ahead and query using ‘dinar updates’ in YouTube or google it and see all the nonsense that pops up. Read the captions on these sites. See just how foolish all these authors are and how they are baiting you into their sites with lies. They want you clicks so they get paid. They then spread rumors and stupid ideas in our RV investor community. They give investors a false sense of HOPE of what is really happening in Iraq all out of ignorance. It was TNT Tony that started all this hype and made the RV an everyday game show. He sensationalized it. Then others realized they too could make money off it, even if they didn’t know a thing about it. Yes, they simply put a few pages out on the internet or do a broadcast or pod. They copy other’s garbage and make it sound creditable, even if they haven’t a clue of what the hell they are saying to their audience. But there are a few exceptions and I applaud these people.  

I want to call out one site especially that I listened to recently on YouTube. It’s called “Iraqi Dinar Guru News Highlights”. Please, please, please stay away from this site. Stop clicking on it to pay her to keep spreading her virus of lies. Make sure you tell others too about this fake information.

All the author does is repeat collected parts of information from other intel gurus. There is no research or contacts from Iraq. I even heard parts of my ‘RV Update’ section of my Newsletter on her site. I hope she is reading this Newsletter today as I am sure she is. Thus, she only spreads idiot guru nonsense like a virus that contaminates people’s minds. Yes, there are some tid-bits of information that might be creditable but that’s my point. She just reports on everything not knowing the difference. She can’t know because she does no research. Get it? She emphasizes info that sounds good and will hype you up, even if it’s all garbage. For the most part the woman that runs the site knows absolutely nothing about what is happening is Iraq and just repeats all the garbage intel she collects from other idiots. Really folks, what good is this information? Even if you ‘feel good’ for a day, it still does not bring you any closer to reality and truly understanding what is happening in Iraq. Sad to say but with sites like this one, this is how many people get confused, discouraged and sell their dinar. This of course is a travesty.

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So, as we flow into May this week, I wanted to bring you some more news about what just happened to end the deadlock about the election saga. After five and a half months of delay do you think Iraq has a sound system of electing their prime minister? Oh… what is taking the RV so long you say?

Should something change in the future? Also, I want to point out again that the process they use today doe not serve the citizens. At the end, the average citizen has very little to say who is the next prime minister. There are many issues with the existing process and it begins with the number of parties involved that spread or distribute the popular votes so that not any one party can take the majority simply by the popular voting process. The Iranians made sure this was in place and take advantage of it as they then horse trade votes and decide for themselves, rather than the citizens, what is going to be the largest block. Yes, a block of parties taking their popular votes and combining them into a block of votes. It is a sly way of undermining the people’s choice for representation. Even the new Iraq constitution does not specifically spell out how to determine the largest block and this too is a flaw and needs more clarification.

I enjoyed watching the Kurds dictate the slowing down of the process of the nominee of Nouri al-Malki as they simply held up the process by now announcing their candidate for the presidency. They insisted until Maliki was out. This was a true symbolic move on their part of true democracy at work. Kudos to the Kurds!

But then the Iranian Shiites continued to want someone in the office of prime minister that they can use as their puppet and refused to let go of Maliki. Since he was the only candidate that was mailable and compliant to Iranian wishes. It was not until they exceeded the constitutional deadline that things changed. Now their power over the selection of the nominee was diminishing less and less each day. They had to finally nominate someone acceptable to everyone, even if he/she was not in full compliance with the Iranian wishes, (so we all think at this point). This is how they got to Prime Minister-designate Ali Al-Zaydi. They did this too with al-Sudani in 2022 election cycle and he proved not to be so compliant to their wishes, thus they couldn’t use him again for a second term and discarded him. Heck… he was making too much progress in Iraq. He was getting Iraq very close to the level of stability needed for the currency reformation back to a nominal value, back on FOREX and finally out of the sanction mode. The question now is will Al-Zaydi also betray the Iranian led majority block and instead look out for the Iraqi people and continue al-Sudani’s work? I believe this may be the case and so we wait and watch. I am not a fortune teller…lol..lol..lol.. 😊

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😊 If we peek at the article titled “WASHINGTON ANNOUNCES ITS SOLIDARITY WITH IRAQ AND SUPPORTS AL-ZAIDI’S EFFORTS TO FORM A GOVERNMENT” the United States Mission in Iraq expressed its best wishes to Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zaydi in his mission to form a government capable of meeting the aspirations of the Iraqi people and achieving a brighter and more peaceful future.

The Coordination Framework announced in a statement the selection of Ali al-Zaydi as the official candidate of the Coordination Framework bloc, being the largest bloc in the House of Representatives, to assume the position of Prime Minister and form the next Iraqi government.

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😊 In another article titled “IT BRINGS BENEFITS TO BOTH AMERICANS AND IRAQIS. WASHINGTON IS OPTIMISTIC ABOUT AL-ZAIDI BECOMING PRIME MINISTER: WE WANT A SOVEREIGN IRAQ” we read more about the US stance on al-Zaydi. I wish they could get his name correct. I am seeing so many variations of his name. Anyhow… the US Embassy in Iraq expressed its support on Tuesday, April 29, 2026, for Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zubaidi in his efforts to form a new government, stressing its aspiration to enhance security, preserve Iraq’s sovereignty, and achieve a partnership that serves the interests of both countries. It’s all good so far and let’ see what happens next.

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So, isal- Zaydi goiing to pacify Iranian wishes in Iraq as the prime minister. We see in the article titled “ALI AL-ZAIDI RECEIVES AN AMERICAN CERTIFICATE “AND DID NOT SEND DOLLARS TO THE REVOLUTIONARY GUARD”. “A report in Asharq Al-Awsat newspaper on Wednesday (April 29, 2026) stated that an independent investigation conducted by the American law firm K2 Integrity found no credible evidence linking Iraqi Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zaidi to financial activities connected to the Iranian Revolutionary Guard.”  The report emphasized that the restrictions previously imposed on him were due to reputational risks and not to proven involvement in money laundering operations, at a time when his appointment is facing internal and external political scrutiny amidst the complexities of the financial landscape and relations between Baghdad, Washington, and Tehran. I believe the true test will be the disposition of the PMF and how he will handle this issue. Remember this is an item on the list of five (5) issues given to me by my contact in the CBI that need to be resolved prior to any reinstatement, per the U.S. envoy and Treasury Department.

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Oh…  but here it comes, real heavy and fast, the true test of loyalty of al-Zaydi to Iraq or Iran. Come’ on Zaydi, the U.S. is not going to let you ride the fence on this issue of the PMF militias inside Iraq. You will have to take a side to be successful with Donald Trump backing Iraq and his future plan for Iraq.

😊 We see some news about this subject matter in the article titled “WASHINGTON MAKES PROGRESS IN RELATIONS WITH BAGHDAD CONTINGENT ON “DISMANTLING THE FACTIONS”. A spokesman for the US State Department confirmed on Wednesday that dismantling Iraqi factions is a “key pillar” for making progress in bilateral relations between Baghdad and Washington. What is it that you don’t understand about this statement? Is seems VERY clear to me Washington wants Iran out of Iraq.

The spokesman told Shafaq News Agency, “The US administration was very clear in its vision of what is required to achieve progress in bilateral relations between Washington and Baghdad.” He added that “dismantling the pro-Iranian armed factions in Iraq is a fundamental pillar for strengthening the relationship,” explaining: “We continue to stand with the Iraqi people in their aspirations towards the common goals of protecting Iraq’s sovereignty, enhancing its security, and building a prosperous future that brings tangible benefits to both Americans and Iraqis.

Did you read that last sentence? What does the article mean by “tangible benefits to both Americans and Iraqis“? I believe it means that there is a much broader plan for Iraq that meets our eyes and is planned by the Trump administration but first it needs assurances of stability and security from Iranian influences, yes it’s called ‘sovereignty’. The emphasis is away from Iranian puppetry as a proxy Iranian state. Seems the U.S. is being VERY clear on this issue right from the start and so no misunderstanding of where it stands, if it is to support al-Zaydi’s government.

Just so you know it is worth noting that the US State Department announced last Friday, through the Rewards for Justice program of the Diplomatic Security Service, a reward of up to $10 million for information about Hashim Finyan Rahim al-Saraji, also known as Abu Ala al-Walai, the leader of the Sayyid al-Shuhada Brigades in Iraq . Go figure why president Trump wants these PMF militia out of Iraq?

The United States had designated Kataib Sayyid al-Shuhada and its leader, al-Sarraj, as Specially Designated Global Terrorists in November 2023, before later listing the group as a Foreign Terrorist Organization in September 2025 .

Right now this is one of those WOW! WOW! WOW! moments! 😊 Let’s break this down:

If al-Zaydi takes the appropriate steps toward dismantling the PMF, and any terrorist groups operating in Iraq, then parliament passes the Oil and Gas Law (which they already told us is a priority in this new parliament) we could be into some smooth sailing towards the reinstatement process to move ahead.

Remember I am being told the CBI is ready to move on the Project to Delete the Zeros and believes these five issues must be handled first that I talked in detail to you about in my 9/16/26 Newsletter. Please do reference it again if you forgot. We could be VERY close to resolving all these issues. Remember it may take time to break up the PMF but not impossible to do with the proper support being what is now going on in Iran.

The issue with the US blockade in the Straight of Hourmuz could also being great news for the Iraqi Development Road project too as it may may emphasize and accelerate the project ahead more quickly as we are being told it could serve as another passage of goods to bypass the blockage and used as shipping lanes to Turkey and Europe now over land instead of water. Remember the port of Faw and remember also the Customs and Tariff fees collected…. just saying….

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Check out this article titled “THE ALGERIAN EXPLAINS THE SCENARIO FOR CHOOSING AL-ZAYDI FOR THE POSITION OF PRIME MINISTER”. This article explains an opinion as to the mechanisms and scenario behind the selection of Ali al-Zaidi for the position of Prime Minister. He says “There is a trend towards independent figures, especially since the religious authority has closed its doors to politicians. Therefore, an independent candidate avoids the quota system and partisanship.” But what about a trend not to be connected to Iran? He added, “The unanimous agreement on al-Zaydi was followed 60 minutes later by his appointment as Prime Minister by the President of the Republic. This confirms that there is a democratic process in Iraq to address the errors and the agreed-upon criteria.” I do not for a second believe for one second there is a democratic process in place. The citizens had very little input to selecting the new prime minister.

Talk about lack of democracy and I will. Read the last paragraph and what is said in it and I quote – “He explained that “the selection was made after an agreement between the teams of Maliki and Sudani and those who joined them.” There words not mine! So, where are the average citizens in this process? Seems they were left out and they don’t care a bit about it. Democracy? I think not! Seems to me Maliki and Sudani selected the next prime minister not the people.

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This next article really gets my goat. It is titled “A MOVE TO APPOINT 3 VICE PRESIDENTS, WITH MALIKI AT THE FOREFRONT.” Oh boy,,,,, here we go again! What is it when they don’t understand about the words ‘NO to Maliki’ by the US? I said it many times that the only way Maliki is going to make concessions is if he has some sort of position in the next government. This is how he survives. So, all the rhetoric in this article is meaningless as he already made a deal and will be one of the new vice presidents. Get it?

Hashim al-Haboubi, a leader in the National Accord Movement, revealed on Wednesday a serious political move to reinstate the position of Vice President of the Republic and appoint three individuals to these posts. He indicated that the Speaker of Parliament alluded to this move publicly during his speech at the presidential swearing-in ceremony.

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This next article is titled “AL-ZAYDI RECEIVES SUPPORT FROM AL-MALIKI AND ASSURANCES FROM AL-AMIRI, AL-HAKIM, AND AL-KHAZALI“. In it are they supporting Al-Zaydi because they know he will support Iranian wishes? To me this is not so good if true unless they only supporting Al-Zaydi because he promises them positions in his cabinet as a last resort. Of course, they all want the vice president position. The Shiites are allowed one of them and Maliki will get it…. watch.)

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😊 So, I know al-Zaydi was just handed the prime minister position so what are the next steps. In the next couple articles we see him meeting with the Finance Committee and then Ali al-Alaq to discuss the financial situation of Iraq. You can go read the full articles and they are titled “TAIF SAMI GIVES AL-ZAYDI A FULL PICTURE OF IRAQ’S FINANCIAL REALITY AND SALARIES” and “AFTER MEETING TAIF SAMI AND AL-ALAQ OPENS THE CENTRAL BANK’S BOOKS TO AL-ZAYDI… AND IRAQ’S FINANCIAL SITUATION”

In one day and in two consecutive meetings, Prime Minister-designate Ali Faleh al-Zaydi clearly outlined his economic priorities. First, Finance Minister Taif Sami came to him to brief him on the financial situation and the files of revenues and salaries. Then, Central Bank Governor Ali Mohsen al-Alaq came to him to discuss monetary policy and strengthening economic stability, on Thursday (April 30, 2026). I like these moves as it shows us Zaydi is rolling up his sleeves and getting right to work. Let’s see what the next couple weeks brings us and if he supports the Project to Delete the Zeros and the Reinstatement.

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What else is in the news?

Meanwhile when all this election drama is happening these past months Iraq was still moving ahead with the reforms behind the scenes. Just because the news channels were mostly concentrated on the election does not mean everything else stands still. In another article today titled “LAUNCH OF THE “MERCHANT PLATFORM” IN IRAQ: A DIGITAL STEP TO SUPPORT THE ECONOMY AND DIVERSIFY TRADE.” I really like this news today as it is showing us yet another giant step that Iraq could make and wants to make. But as the article ends with a note about this desire vs reality and I quote – “He concluded by saying: “The (Trader Platform) represents a serious test of Iraq’s ability to translate its economic ambitions into tangible reality. It will either be a gateway to a modern economy, or it will remain just a promising project added to the list of incomplete opportunities.”

What exactly is this Merchant Platform and why is it so important?

I can sum up the important in one word – DIVERSIFICATION. No, this is not a stock trading platform and has nothing to do with the Iraqi Stock Exchange (ISX). So, on Thursday 4/30 the Prime Minister’s economic advisor, Mazhar Muhammad Saleh, “confirmed that the electronic merchant platform represents a real test of Iraq’s ability to turn economic ambition into reality, while noting that Iraq is witnessing a remarkable expansion in its trade partnerships.

Let’s not forget about the ‘rentier’ economy and the goal of expanding the economy to get off of the petro-dollar as the sole source of revenues for Iraq. Just four years ago Iraq was at about 95% of revenues derived from oil. By 2026 we read that this was down to about 85%. Folks this was significant progress. Remember that these diversified sources don’t replace the oil revenues but add to the total revenue pool. This additional revenue if handled correctly can give Iraq enormous leverage against fluctuating oil prices, which I assure you will come again. This creates STABILITY. Get it? This is what the IMF and the CBI are looking for.

We know Iraq has come a long way in this direction of diversification but also has a long way to go. Do they stop at 85%? I do not believe they will and if they follow their plan, they will topple the oil revenues and oil will just be a percentage of their total revenue stream. In the future they will gauge revenue streams not by the oil but by global trade and tourism.

In the article Saleh said in a press statement and I quote – “that in a step (the new Merchant Platform) reflects a serious trend towards modernizing the economic structure, Iraq announced the launch of the electronic (Trader Platform or Merchant Platform) and the activation of automation procedures, within a strategic path aimed at facilitating trade and enhancing our country’s integration into the regional and international economy.” I like the sound of that….

He explained that launching the Merchant Platform “indicates a qualitative shift in the philosophy of managing the economy, from the traditional pattern based on complexity and bureaucracy, to a more efficient digital model that keeps pace with the requirements of modern market systems.”

He added, “This step coincides with positive economic indicators, as Iraq continued to record growth in the volume of its foreign trade, which exceeded $65 billion, with a remarkable trade surplus driven by the rise in oil exports in the past few years. This performance also contributed to strengthening Iraq’s position among Arab and global economies, reflecting promising potential if it is properly invested.”

Saleh also goes on to say “This trend is reinforced by the (Development Road) project, which is expected to transform the country into a strategic hub for transport and trade, linking the Gulf, Turkey, and Europe.”

Okay so how much longer is the Iraqi dinar going to stay at 1/6 of a penny? Enough said…. It’s about time we got some really good news!

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SUMMARY

So, I hope I broke through the ice on some thick skulls with clarity when it comes to managing the dollars in Iraq. We must all be responsible in what we say to our audiences. We must take the time to follow and learn ourselves before we speek and don’t go off half cocked because of some heading on an article, yes I mean all you intel gurus out there. It takes a lot of work to put together this Newsletter twice weekly. Yes, I have to keep preferring back to my old notes and past articles to put is all together and make the correct connections. It is hard work but the end result is the FACTS not rumors or opinions. In doing all this since about 2006, I can see a VERY bright future between Iraq and the U.S. as sort of partners. There is still work to be done and so no one should go off half-cocked thinking the RV is going to happen tomorrow now that the prime minister is seated. Then again, we should not be looking at years either.

Let’s all stay focused on the TRUTH for a beginning, then have enough patience to wait for it. The CBI has told me many times that when they are ready to conduct the Project to Delete the Zeros they will let us know as we will see many articles telling the citizens of the changes coming. AS we witnessed in recent videos on the news again inside Iraq they are educating the people again and keeping them informed of the progress of removing the zeros.

We don’t have to lie, speculate or second guess. Get it? I have to tell you that prior to the election in November 2025 the CBI was poised to redenominate and then the plan called for in January a move to FOREX. The holdup was the election, and after over two months of deadlock, they just decided there was not the needed stability to do it. Nouri al-Maliki as their nominee really gave a bad taste for all involved including getting the US to sign off on the move. Remember that al-Maliki is the one who stopping the reinstatement in 2013. Why would the CBI want to go through this again with him? They also told me that the conflict with Iran, Israel and the U.S. played a major role in postponement of the decision too.

I know, I know many of you are saying there always going to be something to stop it. Hopefully Iraq can get the Iranian factions and the PMF dealt with, we will get the needed laws in place for the oil and gas. Also let 2026-2027 bring about remarkable progress in the Development Road Project and the use of the Merchant Platform.

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Let’s keep our prayers going. I believe we are closer than ever for the dinar to get reinstated. But first things first. By now everyone should be fully aware of these events that caused delays in the currency reform process. This is not rocket science to understand.

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Their words not mine…..No Rumors, No Hype, No Opinions ,,,,,

                                             Just the FACTS!

                                         

These prophecies are more important now more than ever. They give us the strength, perseverance and hope that a better time is coming and that God’s Hand is at work behind the scenes. If you just take a second even to look around you at these past three election cycles, how can you deny that God is at work? Are you sleeping or what?

It is amazing and there is no other way that these events could have happened the way they turned out. But there is more to come, much, much more, I assure you! Now that God has his biblical David re-elected, we need to pay attention to what He does next.

NOTE: These prophecies just keep getting better and better, giving us HOPE of a brighter future. But the real reason why I listen to them is that we can actually see what God says He will do is taking place right in front of our noses. It is a confirmation to me that God is real and is still with us forever just as in biblical times.

Prophetic Words from the prophets:  Julie Green

“The Annihilation of the Secret Societies Control Over this Nation”

You can go to the 18:12 mark to watch the video. From April 24th.  

Fr. DON BOSCO EXPOSED THE DARK SECRET BEHIND ISLAM

— And the Truth the World Forgot about the so-called Muslim religion. Fr.Don Bosco, also known as John Bosco, was an Italian Catholic priest and educator, born on August 16, 1815. He founded the Salesian Society in 1859 to help disadvantaged youth,  particularly boys, through education and community service. His teachings emphasized lovekindness, and the importance of education for young people, making him a beloved figure in Catholicism and a patron saint of youth. Don Bosco was canonized in 1934.  

“We Will CONFISCATE the Ballots” – DOJ SIGNALS IT’S READY TO SEIZE MI BALLOTS AFTER STATE REFUSAL

They did this in GA and they will do it in MI, then move on to any other state that refuses to turn them over.

Again, I must reference the prophets and what God tells us through them is going to happen. He told us that the 2020 and 2024 election fraud would be exposed and the elections would be overturned. But isn’t it already too late? I don’t see what difference overturning the elections at this point would make, besides cleaning up the voter rolls and making future elections cleaner. I know, if this isn’t enough? So, we witnessed already Georgia audited now going into Michigan. We see the corruption allegations mainly in the key electoral states of Wisconsin, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Nevada, Arizona, Georgia and North Carolina. Go figure… 

I suppose maybe God knows something I don’t and so let’s watch what else comes out of this Federal auditing of the voter process. By the way this auditing is way overdue. Perhaps some indictments for voter fraud will also come out of all this?

A FUTURE ‘SPY’ IN THE FEDERAL RESERVE?

The question is does he have the legal right to just chose to stay on as the governor?

Will this be challenged in court? Remember the ‘Fed’ (or Federal Reserve) is not the U.S. Federal Government but a private enterprise banking cartel that contracts with the U.S.

If you read the book “Jekyll Island and The Rothschild Legacy” you will quickly see the problem, and why the Federal Reserve has to go. Why Powell has to go!  

TRUMP’S NEW FED CHAIR IS IN. THE OLD RULES ARE GONE. THIS IS WHAT
CAN HAPPEN

The proposed new Fed chair Kevin Warsh has a plan to pay off the $30 trillion dollars plus national debt. He will replace Jerome Powell who’s term expires on May 15th.

How does this all fit into prophecy?

THE NEW FED CHAIR’S PLAN TO QUIETLY CANCEL YOUR MORTGAGE

PROPHETIC WORDS ABOUT PAYING OFF THE ENTIRE NATIONAL DEBT OF TRILLIONS (the giant of debt)

Oh folks, this one goes very deep! I wanted to bring this prophecy today because perhaps we are about to witness this prophecy of freedom from debt being fulfilled. I am talking about both personal debt and the national U.S. debt.

This next changeover in May of the Fed chairman is just the beginning (see the video above). The prophecy says a young man with an amazing plan will do it. Is Kevin Warsh that young man spoken of? These are exciting times as we watch what happens next. Surely, we all can see now that this is the time for many of these decade-long Kim Clement prophecies about debt to be fulfilled. Yes, we are finally going to experience many of these marvels. Yes, we will see it in our lifetime. God’s hand is working today.

But let’s now get hung-up on just one item in the plan of getting to ‘debt free’. For God also tells us it is our choice to be debt free. Many have just ignored these prophecies and think they are foolish. They have very little faith. Do they even believe God is real?

I believe when the time comes God is going to use many of these items the prophets have been talking about for the last decade i.e. gold, silver, currencies, energy sources, etc. to be used as instruments to bring about this wealth transfer. We as individuals and politicians must be positioned and thus poised to take advantage of them when the time comes.

There will be no shiny chariots drawn by angels full of gold coming from heaven to us. Get it? This is not what God intends. We must believe and thus we must act. This is how it is going to work. God also has sent his word through his prophets to tell us so we can be in a position ourselves when the time comes. The time is here and the harvest is coming shortly and we can see it now all around us if we only pay attention.

I keep hearing through the prophets about on or around the 4th of July and the 250th anniversary of the U.S. I firmly believe this timeframe is very significant. I can not tell you with certainty what will happen other then I believe God has chosen this timeframe for a reason. The year 2026 we are being told is a time of ‘positioning’. Did you hear me I said ‘positioning’. This means getting ready for the harvest but you can’t harvest if you don’t plant. Enough said….

FOLKS, THEY ARE PUTTING IT RIGHT IN OUR FACES! BUT CAN YOU SEE IT?

Are you awake enough to see it? This is so obvious with even them putting this on the label on the bottle one has to say, is this even real…. well it is. Why is she still even in Congress? Why are both husband and wife not in prison? Enough is enough, is enough already….

WHAT PLANET DOES OBAMA LIVE ON?

Barack Obama’s ‘disgusting’ response to White House dinner shooting.

‘NOBODY’S BUYING IT’

This DOESN’T make sense.  The wheels of justice have to move a bit faster….don’t you think? This is beyond bizarre lies already to ridiculousness.

DOES THIS SEEM WEIRD TO YOU..EVEN JUST A LITTLE?

US TIGHTENS IRAN BLOCKADE


The blockage “nothing in” – “nothing out” policy, can it finally break Iran?

DO THEY THINK WE ARE STUPID? MAYBE WE ARE!

WHAT THEY DON’T WANT YOU TO HEAR ABOUT HAMAS & RADICAL ISLAM.

They are hiding the TRUTH from Americans on what the real cause of the Iranian war is all about. The nuclear stuff is just a weapon they pose to use to kill us. They are afraid that if they did tell the entire TRUTH it would gain too much popular support for the US and Israeli efforts to deal with Islam inside America, in the Middle East and the rest of the world. Yes, the rest of the world, especially Europe is also in denial and they too are already paying the price for ignorance and nonaction.

There are too many similarities to WW2, the Nazi movement and the refusal to believe that this is really happening.

LET’S CONTINUE ABOUT THE ISLAMIC THREAT.

How the hatred for the Christians and Jew evolved. It is time for the members of the Islamic cult (not religion) to realize they have been lied to.

HOW FAR SHOULD A COUNTRY GO TO SACRIFICE ITS NATIONAL IDENTITY AND VALUES JUST TO SATISFY A RELIGIOUS WHEN ITS CULT-LIKE ACTIVITIES CLASH?

Are you listening America?

Don’t be fooled by pressures for freedom of religion as it applies to radical Muslims.

Don’t be fooled that this is just a clash of cultures, it is much, much more that that.

Rather this is clash of ideology being used by the socialist communists to gain control over all developed countries. They are just using the Islamic movement to do it, only Islam is too dumb to see it and thinks they will be in control later. Hey… didn’t the globalists try this same ideology with Adolf Hitler only to be met with resistance by the free world once declared he was going to be the ‘supreme leader’ and not let the globalist have the spoils of war.

I have created a brand-new “Post RV Workshop” page in the blog. I included my own personal tips on investing post-RV and also organizing and protecting your estate. Here is the LINK. Going forward I will only post new and exciting information and opportunities here on the Latest Newsletter as they come along. Later I will transfer it to the ‘Post RV Workshop’ page in subsequent Newsletters for your future reference.

Just so you know I absolutely DO NOT adhere to high-risk investments where you can lose it all in a flash. Look at it this way – you are going to have all this money from your dinar exchange. Then why blow it! Most of us investors waited decades for this RV to happen and so why would you even think about pissing is all away in some high-risk gamble of an investment. Yes, there are going to be scammers out there but let’s talk about legitimate investment opportunities only. These scammers can suck you dry and there is not a damned thing you can do about it.

Go to a legitimate wealth manager associated with your bank. Let the licensed experts advise you. Please, please stay away from idiots like MarkZ, TNT Tony, Bruce (on the Big Stupid Call), etc. , etc. Go to professionals. It doesn’t mean you have to follow everything they advise you but it’s a great start. Remember they too are selling investment products and get commissions.

Nothing new to report today. Please see the blog section on the other great news on this subject matter here LINK.

WASHINGTON ANNOUNCES ITS SOLIDARITY WITH IRAQ AND SUPPORTS AL-ZAIDI’S EFFORTS TO FORM A GOVERNMENT.

 

The United States Mission in Iraq expressed its best wishes to Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zaidi in his mission to form a government capable of meeting the aspirations of the Iraqi people and achieving a brighter and more peaceful future.

In a statement, the mission affirmed Washington’s solidarity with the Iraqi people in their pursuit of common goals, foremost among them preserving the country’s sovereignty, enhancing security to eliminate terrorism, and building a prosperous economy that brings tangible benefits to both the Iraqi and American sides.
 

The Coordination Framework announced in a statement the selection of Ali al-Zidi as the official candidate of the Coordination Framework bloc, being the largest bloc in the House of Representatives, to assume the position of Prime Minister and form the next Iraqi government.

This came during a crucial meeting held by the leaders of the framework at the Government Palace in Baghdad on Monday, where the name of Al-Zaydi was agreed upon after studying the list of candidates and choosing the person whose specifications match the requirements of the current stage and its challenges.

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IT BRINGS BENEFITS TO BOTH AMERICANS AND IRAQIS. WASHINGTON IS OPTIMISTIC ABOUT AL-ZAIDI BECOMING PRIME MINISTER: WE WANT A SOVEREIGN IRAQ.

The US Embassy in Iraq expressed its support on Tuesday, April 29, 2026, for Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zubaidi in his efforts to form a new government, stressing its aspiration to enhance security, preserve Iraq’s sovereignty, and achieve a partnership that serves the interests of both countries. US President Donald Trump had previously opposed the nomination of Nouri al-Maliki by the Coordination Framework forces for the premiership, which prompted them to put forward an alternative candidate, Ali al-Zidi.

This was in the context of a broader US trend of not supporting figures or forces accused of undermining the internal balance or of being close to Iran. Washington also focuses its positions on pushing for governments that are described as more independent and limit the influence of armed factions linked to Tehran. : “The US The US Embassy in Iraq said in a statement received by Mission in Iraq expresses its best wishes to Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zaidi in his efforts to form a government capable of fulfilling the aspirations of all Iraqis to support a brighter and more peaceful future.” The statement continued, “We declare our solidarity with the Iraqi people as they strive to achieve the common goals of preserving Iraq’s sovereignty, enhancing security to defeat terrorism, and building a prosperous future that delivers tangible benefits to both Americans and Iraqis.”

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ALI AL-ZAIDI RECEIVES AN AMERICAN CERTIFICATE “AND DID NOT SEND DOLLARS TO THE REVOLUTIONARY GUARD”

A report in Asharq Al-Awsat newspaper on Wednesday (April 29, 2026) stated that an independent investigation conducted by the American law firm K2 Integrity found no credible evidence linking Iraqi Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zaidi to financial activities connected to the Iranian Revolutionary Guard.

The report emphasized that the restrictions previously imposed on him were due to reputational risks and not to proven involvement in money laundering operations, at a time when his appointment is facing internal and external political scrutiny amidst the complexities of the financial landscape and relations between Baghdad, Washington, and Tehran.

The US Embassy in Iraq expressed its support on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, for Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zubaidi in his efforts to form a new government, stressing its aspiration to enhance security, preserve Iraq’s sovereignty, and achieve a partnership that serves the interests of both countries.

US President Donald Trump had previously opposed the nomination of Nouri alMaliki by the Coordination Framework forces for the premiership, which prompted them to put forward an alternative candidate, Ali al-Zidi. This was in the context of a broader US trend of not supporting figures or forces accused of undermining the internal balance or of being close to Iran. Washington also focuses its positions on pushing for governments that are described as more independent and limit the influence of armed factions linked to Tehran.

An American law firm said that a recent independent investigation it conducted showed no evidence linking Iraqi Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zaidi to financial activities connected to Iran’s Revolutionary Guard, stressing that the restrictions imposed on him in 2024 were due to “reputational risks,” not“proven involvement in money laundering.” This clarification comes at a time when al-Zidi’s sudden appointment to form a government in Baghdad, succeeding Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, is facing political scrutiny regarding his background, after a bank he owns was included in restrictions imposed by the Central Bank of Iraq on dollar transactions, as part of what was then described as a “campaign to combat illicit financial flows.”  

An American law firm said that a recent independent investigation it conducted showed no evidence linking Iraqi Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zaidi to financial activities connected to Iran’s Revolutionary Guard, stressing that the restrictions imposed on him in 2024 were due to “reputational risks,” not“  proven involvement in money laundering.”

This clarification comes at a time when al-Zidi’s sudden appointment to form a government in Baghdad, succeeding Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, is facing political scrutiny regarding his background, after a bank he owns was included in restrictions imposed by the Central Bank of Iraq on dollar transactions, as part of what was then described as a “campaign to combat illicit financial flows.” Representatives of K2 Integrity, who asked not to be identified because they were not authorized to speak to the press, said that an independent investigation by the firm found “no credible evidence” linking al-Zaydi or Bank of the South to the Quds Force, and did not detect any direct financial flows from the bank to regional entities classified as high risk.

One of the representatives explained to Asharq Al-Awsat that the ban recommended by the US Treasury Department and the Federal Reserve in New York on the Bank of the South was limited to dealing in US dollars, and was driven by risks related to the bank’s reputation and ownership, and not because of proven violations related to money laundering or financing of entities linked to Iran. Al-Zaidi, a businessman who owns companies with his brother and partners, including “Al-Awais,”“Al-Janoub,” and “Dijlah Channel,” is a mysterious figure in the political scene. His appointment came amid public American rejection that led to the exclusion of Nouri al-Maliki from the race, while it was reported that an unannounced rejection also excluded al-Sudani.

Restrictions on Iran

In February 2024, Iraq imposed restrictions on eight local banks, including the South Islamic Bank, preventing them from accessing dollars through the central bank’s window. This move was part of a US-led effort to curb money transfers to Iran. A Treasury Department spokesman at the time said the measures were aimed at”protecting the Iraqi financial system from misuse,”referring to concerns about the use of the U.S. currency in illegral activities. This case highlights the ongoing challenge Baghdad faces in balancing its relations with both the United States and Iran, given its heavy reliance on the US dollar, with Iraq receiving approximately $10 billion in cash annually from the Federal Reserve, according to official estimates.

The US Embassy in Baghdad welcomed al-Zaidi’s appointment, affirming its support for efforts to form a government that”reflects the aspirations of the Iraqi people”    this comes after months of political deadlock and pressure from the Trump administration, which threatened to cut off aid to Iraq if Maliki returned to power.

Al-Zaydi faces a 30-day deadline to form his government, amid sharp divisions within the “coordination framework,” and at a time when regional tensions have been escalating since the military strikes on Iran in February 2016, and the subsequent targeting of US interests in Iraq by armed groups. 

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WASHINGTON MAKES PROGRESS IN RELATIONS WITH BAGHDAD CONTINGENT ON “DISMANTLING THE FACTIONS”

A spokesman for the US State Department confirmed on Wednesday that dismantling Iraqi factions is a “key pillar” for making progress in bilateral relations between Baghdad and Washington.

The spokesman told Shafaq News Agency, “The US administration was very clear in its vision of what is required to achieve progress in bilateral relations between Washington and Baghdad.”

He added that “dismantling the pro-Iranian armed factions in Iraq is a fundamental pillar for strengthening the relationship,” explaining: “We continue to stand with the Iraqi people in their aspirations towards the common goals of protecting Iraq’s sovereignty, enhancing its security, and building a prosperous future that brings tangible benefits to both Americans and Iraqis.”

Regarding the financial reward for information about the Secretary-General of Kataib Sayyid al-Shuhada, Hashim Fenian Rahim al-Saraji, known as “Abu Ala al-Walai,” the spokesman explained that the “Rewards for Justice” program issued the reward offer for al-Walai due to his involvement in targeting operations that affected diplomatic and military facilities belonging to the United States.  

Informed political sources revealed last Monday that a number of leaders of the Coordination Framework had received messages from the United States expressing its strong displeasure with the participation of the Secretary-General of the Sayyid al-Shuhada Brigades, Abu Ala al-Walai, in the last meeting of the Coordination Framework.

The sources told Shafaq News Agency that “Washington expressed surprise at al-Walai’s participation in a political meeting dedicated to choosing the prime minister, just hours after the US State Department announced a financial reward of up to $10 million for information leading to him .”

She added that “the American message was strongly worded, and included an emphasis that the continued coordination framework’s disregard for the nature of the existing relationship and partnership with Washington may push the American administration to conduct a comprehensive reassessment of the bilateral relationship at various levels, particularly in the security and economic aspects.”

The sources indicated that “the American side hinted at the possibility of not engaging or dealing positively with any new Iraqi government, in the event that the leaders of the factions continue to play a major role among the influential forces in shaping its features or directing its political decisions.”

It is noted that the Coordination Framework nominated Ali al-Zaidi on Monday evening to form the new government, and President Nizar Amidi tasked him with forming it. 

It is worth noting that the US State Department announced last Friday, through the Rewards for Justice program of the Diplomatic Security Service, a reward of up to $10 million for information about Hashim Finyan Rahim al-Saraji, also known as Abu Ala al-Walai, the leader of the Sayyid al-Shuhada Brigades in Iraq .

The United States had designated Kataib Sayyid al-Shuhada and its leader, al-Sarraj, as Specially Designated Global Terrorists in November 2023, before later listing the group as a Foreign Terrorist Organization in September 2025 .

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THE ALGERIAN EXPLAINS THE SCENARIO FOR CHOOSING AL-ZIDI FOR THE POSITION OF PRIME MINISTER

Abdul Rahman al-Jazaeri, head of the political body of the National Tribal Movement, explained the mechanisms and scenario behind the selection of Ali al-Zaidi for the position of Prime Minister.

Al-Jazaeri told Al-Maalouma, “There is a trend towards independent figures, especially since the religious authority has closed its doors to politicians. Therefore, an independent candidate avoids the quota system and partisanship.”

He added, “The unanimous agreement on al-Zaidi was followed 60 minutes later by his appointment as Prime Minister by the President of the Republic. This confirms that there is a democratic process in Iraq to address the errors and the agreed-upon criteria.”
He explained that “the selection was made after an agreement between the teams of Maliki and Sudani and those who joined them. The selection was made according to an agreement concluded 48 hours prior, after postponing the framework meeting and agreeing on al-Zaidi with all the specifications of the coordinating framework, regardless of the points held by each party and bloc.”

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A MOVE TO APPOINT 3 VICE PRESIDENTS, WITH MALIKI AT THE FOREFRONT.

(Mnt Goat: Oh boy,,,,, here we go again…. ! What is it when they don’t understand the words ‘NO Maliki’ by the US? )

Hashim al-Haboubi, a leader in the National Accord Movement, revealed on Wednesday a serious political move to reinstate the position of Vice President of the Republic and appoint three individuals to these posts. He indicated that the Speaker of Parliament alluded to this move publicly during his speech at the presidential swearing-in ceremony.


Al-Haboubi told Al-Maalomah News Agency, “Current information and leaks confirm the intention to appoint three Vice Presidents, with Nouri al-Maliki, leader of the State of Law Coalition, at the forefront. The other two positions will be allocated to the Sunni component and the Kurdistan Democratic Party.”

He added, “Reviving these positions comes at a time when the duties of the President of the Republic are viewed as largely ceremonial. However, recruiting three Vice Presidents will cost the state treasury enormous sums of money and impose additional burdens.”
Al-Haboubi explained that “the Speaker of Parliament clearly indicated this move during the presidential swearing-in ceremony, which confirms the existence of prior political agreements in this regard.”

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AL-ZAYDI RECEIVES SUPPORT FROM AL-MALIKI AND ASSURANCES FROM AL-AMIRI, AL-HAKIM, AND AL-KHAZALI

(Mnt Goat: Are they supporting Al-Zaydi because they know he will support Iranian wishes? To me this is not so good news then unless they only support Al-Zaydi because he promises them positions in his cabinet as a last resort. Of course, they all want the vice president position. The Shiites are allowed one of them.)

Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zidi intensified his meetings with leaders of the Coordination Framework on Wednesday, as part of consultations to form the new government, amid calls to expedite the formation of a national cabinet capable of facing challenges and enhancing stability.

Al-Zaydi met with Hadi al-Amiri, Secretary-General of the Badr Organization, where they discussed the latest political developments and efforts to form a new government, as well as the most pressing challenges. Al-Amiri stressed the need to form a national government that meets the needs of the citizens and strengthens stability.

The head of the State of Law Coalition, Nouri al-Maliki, also received al-Zaydi and discussed with him the situation in the country and the region, emphasizing the importance of unifying the efforts of national forces and working in a spirit of cooperation and partnership to form a government capable of consolidating Iraq’s unity and preserving its sovereignty. Al-Maliki expressed his support for al-Zaydi in his efforts to form a government that serves the public interest and enhances security and stability.

In another meeting, the head of the National State Forces Alliance, Ammar al-Hakim, received the prime minister-designate, stressing the importance of the government formation reflecting the will of the Iraqi people in all its diversity and components.

Al-Hakim stressed the need to empower competent individuals in ministries (including of course himself), and to cooperate with the House of Representatives and the Supreme Judicial Council in enacting laws, while emphasizing the importance of completing the service and economic projects initiated by the previous government.

He also called for openness to the regional and international environment, setting priorities, foremost among them the financial and economic challenge, as well as diversifying sources of income and oil export outlets, reforming the banking sector and attracting foreign investments.

On the security front, Al-Hakim stressed the need to maintain security stability, support security agencies, and enhance intelligence efforts to prevent the return of terrorism.

Al-Zaydi also met today with the Secretary-General of the Asa’ib Ahl al-Haq movement, Qais al-Khazali, where the two sides discussed developments in the country and stressed the need to exert maximum efforts to form a national government capable of facing current challenges and providing services to citizens.

Al-Zaydi also met today with the head of the Supreme Islamic Council of Iraq, Humam Hamoudi, and discussed with him ways to expedite the formation of a new national government that meets the aspirations of citizens to enhance services and consolidate stability throughout Iraq, according to a statement issued by his office.

The coordinating framework had agreed, on Tuesday evening, to grant al-Zaydi the freedom to choose his cabinet, (oh… how nice of them) after he announced his nomination for the premiership on Monday evening, following the withdrawal of Mohammed Shia al-Sudani and Nouri al-Maliki from the race for the position.

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IRAQI OIL MINISTRY LAUNCHES FIRST PHASE OF BIN OMAR GAS INVESTMENT WITH A CAPACITY OF 80 MILLION CUBIC FEET PER DAY

The Ministry of Oil inaugurated on Wednesday the first phase of the accelerated Bin Omar gas investment project in the Nahr Bin Omar field, in a move aimed at enhancing associated gas investment and supporting the energy system in Iraq.

In this regard, the Undersecretary of the Ministry of Oil for Gas Affairs, Izzat Saber Ismail, said in a speech he delivered during the ceremony that the project was completed in record time, as work started in the first week of this month and was completed before its end, thanks to the continuous efforts made by the technical and engineering staff around the clock.

(Mnt Goat:  On time? OH.. that’s a first….lol..lol..lol.. 😊)

He stressed that “the gas sector enjoys exceptional attention from the government and the Ministry of Oil, as it represents a fundamental pillar in supporting the national economy and enhancing energy security,” indicating that “the ministry is working to achieve optimal investment in gas, whether associated or free, in a way that contributes to reducing waste and maximizing revenues.”

The Undersecretary explained that “the project includes extending a pipeline with a length of (5) kilometers and a diameter of (20) inches, to connect the gas system, with an initial investment capacity ranging between (70 – 80) million standard cubic feet per day.”

He added that the project will contribute to supplying between (55-65) million standard cubic feet per day of dry gas to feed power plants, and producing between (500-600) tons per day of liquefied gas to meet the needs of the local market, as well as producing about (1800) barrels per day of condensates, which will support national revenues.

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PRIME MINISTER-DESIGNATE ALI AL-ZAIDI DISCUSSES THE FINANCIAL SITUATION AND MONETARY POLICY WITH CENTRAL BANK GOVERNOR ALI AL-ALAQ

Prime Minister-designate Ali Faleh al-Zaidi and Central Bank Governor Ali Mohsen al-Alaq stressed on Thursday the importance of maintaining economic stability.

A statement from his media office, received by “Al-Eqtisad News,” stated that “the Prime Minister-designate met with the Governor of the Central Bank, Ali Mohsen Al-Alaq, to ​​discuss the financial situation in the country and monetary policy in light of the current circumstances and challenges.”

He noted that “the meeting emphasized the importance of maintaining economic stability and strengthening the Central Bank’s procedures to achieve sustainable development in Iraq.

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AFTER MEETING TAIF SAM AL-ALAQ OPENS THE CENTRAL BANK’S BOOKS TO AL-ZIDI… AND IRAQ’S FINANCIAL SITUATION

In one day and in two consecutive meetings, Prime Minister-designate Ali Faleh al-Zaidi clearly outlined his economic priorities.

First, Finance Minister Taif Sami came to him to brief him on the financial situation and the files of revenues and salaries.

Then, Central Bank Governor Ali Mohsen al-Alaq came to him to discuss monetary policy and strengthening economic stability, on Thursday (April 30, 2026).

The Prime Minister’s Media Office stated in a statement received by that “Prime Minister-designate Mr. Ali Faleh Al-Zaidi met today, Thursday, with the Governor of the Central Bank, Mr. Ali Mohsen Al-Alaq.” The meeting witnessed “a discussion of the financial situation in the country and monetary policy in light of the current circumstances and challenges, where the importance of maintaining economic stability and strengthening the Central Bank’s procedures was emphasized, in order to achieve sustainable development in Iraq.

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TAIF SAMI GIVES AL-ZAIDI A FULL PICTURE OF IRAQ’S FINANCIAL REALITY AND SALARIES

IN THEIR FIRST MEETING

 2026-04-30 | 11:07

 Baghdad 

Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zidi met today, Thursday (April 30, 2026), with Finance Minister Taif Sami for their first meeting, to discuss the financial situation in Iraq, as well as the issues of financial revenues and salaries.  The media office of Al-Zaidi stated in a statement, which was followed by , that“Prime Minister-designate Ali Falih Al-Zaidi met today, Thursday  with Finance Minister Ms. Taif Sami.” According to the statement, the meeting included a review of the financial situation in Iraq, including financial revenues and the salary file, as well as a discussion of the challenges facing the financial situation under the current circumstances, and the importance of continuing to work on maximizing and diversifying financial resources.

According to the statement, the meeting included a review of the financial situation in Iraq, including financial revenues and the salary file, as well as a discussion of the challenges facing the financial situation under the current circumstances, and the importance of continuing to work on maximizing and diversifying financial resources.

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LAUNCH OF THE “MERCHANT PLATFORM” IN IRAQ: A DIGITAL STEP TO SUPPORT THE ECONOMY AND DIVERSIFY TRADE.

The Prime Minister’s economic advisor, Mazhar Muhammad Saleh, confirmed on Thursday that the electronic merchant platform represents a real test of Iraq’s ability to turn economic ambition into reality, while noting that Iraq is witnessing a remarkable expansion in its trade partnerships.

Saleh said in a press statement that “in a step that reflects a serious trend towards modernizing the economic structure, Iraq announced the launch of the electronic (Trader Platform) and the activation of automation procedures, within a strategic path aimed at facilitating trade and enhancing our country’s integration into the regional and international economy.”

He explained that “(the Merchant Platform) does not merely represent administrative development and high-level governance in transparency, accountability and participation, but rather indicates a qualitative shift in the philosophy of managing the economy, from the traditional pattern based on complexity and bureaucracy, to a more efficient digital model that keeps pace with the requirements of modern market systems that are explicitly stipulated in the constitution.”

He pointed out that “the electronic platform (the merchant platform) is a pivotal tool for empowering the private sector and advancing it institutionally, as it provides an integrated electronic environment for issuing import and export licenses, adopting the (one-stop shop) system for registering companies, in addition to providing banking facilities and loans that support commercial activities, which would reduce time and costs, stimulate investment, open the door to a wider segment of entrepreneurs and improve market climate standards in accordance with the global requirements of the World Trade Organization, the World Bank and other international partners.”

He added, “This step coincides with positive economic indicators, as Iraq continued to record growth in the volume of its foreign trade, which exceeded $65 billion, with a remarkable trade surplus driven by the rise in oil exports in the past few years. This performance also contributed to strengthening Iraq’s position among Arab and global economies, reflecting promising potential if it is properly invested.”

He pointed out that “the real challenge lies not in the size of the numbers, but rather in their nature, as exports still depend almost entirely on oil, which makes the economy vulnerable to the fluctuations of global markets. This is where the importance of the ‘Trader Platform’ comes in as a means to support the diversification of the economy, by facilitating non-oil trade and encouraging local production.”

On the regional relations front, Saleh affirmed that “Iraq is witnessing a remarkable expansion in its trade partnerships, whether with Arab countries or neighboring countries, indicating the restoration of its role as an active economic center. This trend is reinforced by the (Development Road) project, which is expected to transform the country into a strategic hub for transport and trade, linking the Gulf, Turkey, and Europe.” He explained that “the relevant official bodies are committed to the success of these projects with precision and to ensuring their actual implementation, providing a stable legal and regulatory environment, in addition to combating bureaucracy and removing obstacles to any real economic reform.”

He pointed out that “digital transformation in the trade sector is not a luxury option, but an inevitable necessity in a world that is rapidly moving towards a digital economy. If this step is properly invested, Iraq has a real opportunity to move from a rentier economy to a diversified economy that is more sustainable and competitive.”

He concluded by saying: “The (Trader Platform) represents a serious test of Iraq’s ability to translate its economic ambitions into tangible reality. It will either be a gateway to a modern economy, or it will remain just a promising project added to the list of incomplete opportunities.”

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Their words not mine…..No Rumors, No Hype, No Opinions ,,,,,

                                             Just the FACTS!

Disclaimer: All information in this newsletter is not intended for investment decisions / purposes. Mnt Goat is not a financial analyst, planner, banker, attorney or associated in any role with giving out professional investment advice.

Auf Wiedersehen

Much love to ya all,

Mnt Goat

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  1. This is what I’m doing, I suggest you all do the same. There are promises in here that are part of your heritage as a believer in Jesus Christ; receive them Don’t let anyone steal your blessing. I pray your faith fail not:

    O give thanks unto the LORD; for he is good: because his mercy endureth for ever.

    Let Israel now say, that his mercy endureth for ever.

    Let the house of Aaron now say, that his mercy endureth for ever.

    Let them now that fear the LORD say, that his mercy endureth for ever.

    I called upon the LORD in distress: the LORD answered me, and set me in a large place.

    The LORD is on my side; I will not fear: what can man do unto me?

    The LORD taketh my part with them that help me: therefore shall I see my desire upon them that hate me.

    It is better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in man.

    It is better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in princes.

    All nations compassed me about: but in the name of the LORD will I destroy them.

    They compassed me about; yea, they compassed me about: but in the name of the LORD I will destroy them.

    They compassed me about like bees; they are quenched as the fire of thorns: for in the name of the LORD I will destroy them.

    Thou hast thrust sore at me that I might fall: but the LORD helped me.

    The LORD is my strength and song, and is become my salvation.

    The voice of rejoicing and salvation is in the tabernacles of the righteous: the right hand of the LORD doeth valiantly.

    The right hand of the LORD is exalted: the right hand of the LORD doeth valiantly.

    I shall not die, but live, and declare the works of the LORD.

    The LORD hath chastened me sore: but he hath not given me over unto death.

    Open to me the gates of righteousness: I will go into them, and I will praise the LORD:

    This gate of the LORD, into which the righteous shall enter.

    I will praise thee: for thou hast heard me, and art become my salvation.

    The stone which the builders refused is become the head stone of the corner.

    This is the LORD’S doing; it is marvellous in our eyes.

    This is the day which the LORD hath made; we will rejoice and be glad in it.

    Save now, I beseech thee, O LORD: O LORD, I beseech thee, send now prosperity.

    Blessed be he that cometh in the name of the LORD: we have blessed you out of the house of the LORD.

    God is the LORD, which hath shewed us light: bind the sacrifice with cords, even unto the horns of the altar.

    Thou art my God, and I will praise thee: thou art my God, I will exalt thee.

    O give thanks unto the LORD; for he is good: for his mercy endureth for ever.

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  2. The militia issue is a hugely pervasive and destructive influence. One that Iraq is going to have to deal with quickly and decisively.

    Obviously the previous administration’s were captured by globalist factions, intent on moving into their “one world order” with no regard for national sovereignty and what would be best for individual countries.

    The power plays and manipulation on a grand scale are indicative of the monumental tasks facing leaders intent on fostering a more desirable direction for the populations of each country to move towards.

    It does sound like Iraq is now moving to the end game, towards revaluing their currency and returning to the world stage finally. We can only hope and pray that they finally do pull together as a people to achieve that which is best for their country. They must decouple from Iranian influence to do so, this is clearly non-negotiable and absolutely in their own best interest.

    May they stay the course and aggressively pursue finalizing their initiatives to successfully realize their goals. Which would concurrently be a very stabilizing influence in the middle eastern region of the world.

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  3. Yes removing iran backed militias from iraq is key/ important to US/trump/RI however I think iraq/sudani need to step up and remove them via laws/iraqi armed forces/military to truly show that iraq is sovereign and able to stand on its own two feet. The us will play a hand in recon/intel but IMO the removal needs to be executed by iraq. I personally dont care how it gets done but for optics sake I feel it should play out as stated above…. love Mountain Goat your the real MVP

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  4. Thank you Mountain Goat for all your efforts over the past 13 years! You are the only one that doesn’t hype things up and thinks about what is going by connecting information over time.

    This is a difficult subject matter! Iraq is in a pickle since they have been paying Iran in dinar for electricity. Who knows how much dinar Iran is actually holding? How much dinar is Iran getting from imports into Iraq?

    So if you don’t want Iran to capitalize on this issue – US wishes – how would you go about this?

    Developing other sources for electricity – Jordan connection and Saudi Arabia ring a bell? And the conversion of existing power plants in Iraq to run on gas or oil?

    Need to be able to refine your own oil for gasoline and perhaps export excess capacity.

    Get your exports to exceed what you import – relative to Iran – and require payment in dinar. Draws a demand for the Iraqi dinar. Pay for oil in dinar perhaps. Sell raw materials in dinar – export!

    While oil has been the primary export it has been paid for in US dollars. If Iraq demanded that all oil exports are to be paid in Iraqi dinar the demand for the currency would be huge and support a revaluation.

    The issue with Iran will still be there though. How do you remove the militia?

    At this point the Militia have been there for 10 plus years. They have infiltrated the political system and have established controlled territories both politically and physically. Its like the mafia.

    Removing them will be difficult and perhaps it could send Iraq into another war! Iran may or may not openly continue to support these militias but the militias have control and they will not want to leave without some sort of payment!

    Alternatively – they can stop paying them as part of the Iraqi Army and discharge them! Then usher them out of the country one militia group at a time with the Iraqi Army. They just won’t be able to do all the militia at the same time.

    I believe Trump has already negotiated with Iran about supporting the militias in Iraq and the entire middle east area. After the bombing of Iran, Iran realizes that their defenses are not a match for the US and they are vulnerable to air attacks.

    Ridding the Militia in Iraq will be required before any reinstatement of the currency. They definitely waited to long to reinstate the currency and should have done it back in 2013.

    Obama didn’t want them to do it in 2013 but rather supported an uprising in Syria! Thus, Maliki let prisoners’ out of jail in the Mosul area and Obama had the military pull out and leave all the equipment behind for them to have.

    I believe Iraq has already started to dismantle the Iranian militia in Iraq in certain areas. There was an article about 3 months ago that you posted. It was worded in a way that was politically correct but had to do with the Iraqi Army going in to clean out a trouble area.

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  5. SHAFAQ NEWS Saturday October 25 2025

    “Iraq has officially begun distributing lower denomination currency notes

    including the 50 dinar bill as part of its broader monetary reform strategy.

    The release is intended to facilitate everyday transactions and reduce the

    reliance on larger denominations.”

    Channel 8 Sunday October 26 2025

    Article with overview and pictures of the old coins and notes

    beginning 1931-1932

    Headline: A HISTORICAL LOOK AT IRAQ´S COINS AND BANKNOTES.

    The younger generation in Iraq has never seen coins and lower notes.

    They must be educated via television and articles before the reinstatement

    of the dinar.

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  6. Have you seen Hank Kuneman’s 2024 New Years Eve Prophesy? He actually prophecies that the coming debt cancellation comes in the next leap year (2028) and connect the upcoming currency revaluations to that…very interesting that Iraq seems to be making such a push now.

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  7. This is kinda funny. You tell the idiot gurus to get their facts straight (which I 100% agree on) while saying the exchange rate is .00007575… You added one too many zeros. the actual exchange rate is .00075…

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  8. I also have not had much luck leaving comments.

    Guten Tag Mnt Goat

    Mein Germanistikstudium kommt, aber langsam. Das (die? der?) Deutsch sprache ist nicht einfach. Oder – ist einfach nicht?

    I know that you know what I mean as you had to learn it as well.

    Und Ja, Englisch ist auch vielleicht einfach nicht.

    Elaborate, bitte, as to whether there are certain criteria that the bank or redemption centre (hopefully redemption centre, but I’m guessing not likely) will ask us for when we ask for the contract 28.50 rate.

    You and MilitiaMan are my only sources of trust, and if I recall correctly – the last time you mentioned this higher rate, you may have stated that there is no such thing as them asking for our “Humanitarian” project.

    I hope and trust that our weak cdn dollar gifts are helping.

    Vielen Dank.

    Leonard

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  9. Sorry about that last post, but, do you think that the problems between the US and Iran will stop

    the revaluing of the dinar like it did in the last Iraqi war?

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    1. Walter, I think IQD can still be had, but the fees and premiums may be hard to swallow. Years ago I bought my dinar through physical storefronts of CEI, Inc. “Currency Exchange International” at a rate about 10% worse than the official rate. At the current official rate, you’d expect 1320-ish dinar for each dollar. However, CEI’s website offers only 988 dinar – a 30% hit before you talk about shipping and handling costs.

      https://order.ceifx.com/rate-tracker

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  10. The Central Bank confirms a quick response from banks to join the bank reform plan

    Posted by Walter

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    Banks

       

    The Governor of the Central Bank, Ali Al-Alak, confirmed on Friday that there is a wide response from most banks to join the banking reform plan, while the date for its final implementation was set, pointing out that the reform process has entered advanced stages.

    Al-Alak said: “The Central Bank is now working intensively on two plans: the first to reform the government banking sector, and the second to reform private banks, in cooperation with an international company.”

    He added that “the two plans have come a very important step, and we are now in advanced stages of this work, and we expect to proceed with firm steps within the plan, which will lead to achieving a stable banking sector, capable of communicating with the outside world, and achieving a qualitative addition to the national economy, and will also be able to keep pace with global transformations, especially digital ones, and respond to the requirements of various economic aspects, in harmony with general trends and major transformations.”

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    He pointed out that “the reform of the banking sector today are not formal or prostoky measures, but radical processes related to the reconstruction of the banking sector,” noting that “banks are now facing a historic decision,” pointing out that “the reform plan faced different reactions, but the central bank was clear in its position on reform.”

    Al-Alak stressed that “the meeting was held with all banks, and we indicated that this plan is not an option, but a path linked to local and international requirements, legal, regulatory, financial and digital, which cannot be neutral, and there is a great insistence on its implementation.”

    He continued, “a series of dialogues and discussions have been entered into with the banks and we listened to different points of view,” pointing out that “there is a very high response rate from most banks to enter into the reform plan and gave a pledge to do so,” explaining, “We are about to start a new stage to follow up the implementation of reform steps.”

    Al-Alak pointed out in his speech that “in five years or so, we will witness a different banking sector in Iraq.”

    https://economy-news.net/content.php?id=61796

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  11. would you please ask your contact at the CBI about this article and if it is referring to the PTDZ’s please. I can’t think of any other reforms that this article could even be referring to if not the PTDZ’s.

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    1. No, it is not referring to the PTDZ. Come’on where have you been. They openingly talked about the
      remving of the zeros and why wouldn’t they use these same terms in the article then if it was all about
      the removing of the zeros? This is not rocket science stuff….

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  12. OK, if not the PTDZ’s, then what other reforms are they trying to get done, they have been doing banking reforms for YEARS!!!! Either they are terrible at getting anything done with reforms or have not done the correct reforms that they have told us for years they were doing. Every single month for over a year I know for certain they have come out with new “Reforms”! Ridiculous, just get it done!

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    1. Yes, but, for many years it was nothing but talk since Al-Sudani came in, then, everything started moving and he has done a lot, actually forced a lot of positive changes to happen as well. I sure hope he gets reelected. Through the whole story these are the LAST reforms that always needed to happen for success. Otherwise we they have been riding a bike with no air in the tires.

      Last

      Hang in there,

      Suki

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  13. There are still some holes being placed in the logic of these articles at times. For you to say they said it themselves or they admitted it or any combination of the fact does not give much credence to the fact that they have been contradicting themselves…both the C.B.I. and the Finance Governor. Some comments they made, I would say are calculated and others, I would say don’t even make sense, or are not explained properly in the news articles as they are expressed in an interview or in official news commentary. What we do know, is that the deletion of the zeroes should push out a rate that benefits Iraqis and the dinar internationally. Let’s see what they do now. I would not believe everything they say and say we got it all wrong, after all this is their dance and have been giving some weird contradictory statements. What statement can you provide that the rate could be imminent? They clearly painted themselves into a corner and something has to move. Trump won’t wait for them.

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  14. i just want to say thank you for all your time an efforts over the last 13-15 years I have been following you. You are an even keel in the stormy seas of dinar information. You are a blessing thank you MG xo!

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  15. We must remember what I am saying and stop all this intel guru nonsense about a 1:1 in-country. As much as you wish it was true it simply does not make any sense from what the CBI tells us in these recent published articles to educate the citizens. To have a 1: 1 situation the CBI would first have to first RV from the “official rate” and this too they told us is NOT going to happen. Read my lips – NOT GOING TO HAPPEN!

    In all fairness you have held similar views. Back in July of ’24 you said:

    July 25, 2024 Edition Mnt Goat Newsletter

    By Mnt Goat on July 26, 2024

    Going on over 10 years now, I have taken my own time to research and document findings about the revaluation and reinstatement of the Iraqi dinar. At this time more than ever I do not need to be doing this. I do it out of charity and love with understanding that all of us do NOT have the time to go do our own research. We are busy with our jobs, our daily lives and raising our children. So, I try to help out. But remember I too am very busy in my daily life too. I am no different, yet I take the time out each day to complete the task of research and composing my newsletter for you. This Newsletter will not survive without your ongoing support. There are more than 20,000 followers and readers on my blog. Why do the same handful only help out? Do the rest not want or care about the news I bring?

    I feel we have been in a critical period of the currency reform program since January of last year 2023. Now we are in a “vital” period.  Like a game of chess, we are now in a waiting mode for the Central Bank to make their next move and rollout the second-rate change in-country to just over a dollar, that we were told is coming. Since they told us they now control the parallel “black” market, and that negotiations were successful in lifting sanctions on many Iraqi banks.

    A reasonable thought IMO since the CBI has to create an incentive to draw the hoarded cash into the banking system. We understand each facet becomes fluid as this moves on, continually refining our thoughts. Not that they haven’t deserved it [Guru’s], Yet I think it’s unfair to criticize folks for views like the in-country view of 1:1 when, in the past you too presented a similar view. Be fair that’s all I’m saying.

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    1. The Mtn Goat post you cited in no way comes across like the other intel gurus like TNT Tony or the like. She has never come across that way. Period.

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  16. I want to remind you that the Kurdish Globe released an article on February 25, 2012 with headline:

    IRAQ TO REVALUE DINAR AND INTRODUCE NEW NOTES IN SEPTEMBER 2012

    We all know today that that this was postponed indefinitely and 13 years later we are all still waiting for an official announcement when they intend to release the new notes.

    Former CBI governor Dr. Sinan Shabibi once said that the best time to raise the value of the dinar and release new notes is in the middle of a year or in the beginning of a year.

    I do not think that CBI will do the reinstatement of the dinar before elections slated for Nov. 11

    Before Iraq can reinstate the dinar they must first eliminate the Iran backed militia and also pass the Oil and Gas Law (HCL) in parliament.

    CBI governor Alaq has stated several times that there is a date set for the implementation of the banking reforms. Is this date January 1, 2026 ?

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  17. Hi Mtn Goat,

    We appreciate all that you do for us. I need to get this through my head correctly. I’ve read all that you have said about the deletion of the zero’s. From what I’ve been told by my banker is that if the zeros are removed from the bank notes and if you have 10 mil. in Iraqi dinar. Then when Iraq removes the zeros the 10 mil. will be reduced to 10K when we exchange. So if you have 10 mil. in Dinar and the value increases to 3.20 when it goes back to FOTEX. My banker has said when they remove the zeros instead of 32,000,000 mil. it would actually be 32,000, because the bank would automatically remove the zeros from the nominal bank notes of 25,000 to reflect the new nominal value of 25.00. Why wouldn’t this be considered a lop? Are the bank associates wrong with what they’re stating? You have a differ scenario of what will happen. What is the truth concerning this issue. If my banker tells me that they will remove the zeros when I exchange would you feel they are lying or telling me what will happen?

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  18. Thanks for all you do and provide…. The process to delete the three zero’s has started; therefore I believe iraq is going to follow through delete the zero’s and we will see “The real shift occurs in the subsequent adjustment of the exchange rate” / reinstated value of the dinar on forex and visit the bank/s to exchange at the value we see fit… The champagne bottle at the top of todays newsletter says it all in my opinion. I have mine on ice and will see the reinstatement through right long with you…. cheers

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  19. Wonderful news as it appears that Al-Sudani will retain his Prime Minister position. I was on edge for the results of this election as much as I was for the 2024 U.S. Election and I am not even an American. If the corrupt Al-Maliki would have won, more than likely, there would not be a Dinar RV.I will quote part of an article link below:” The list backing incumbent Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani has scored a big win in parliament after elections, sources close to his alliance told AFP on Wednesday.

    Al-Sudani’s “Reconstruction and Development list has secured a major victory” following the vote on Tuesday, an official close to the premier told AFP.

    Another two sources said the premier’s alliance has “won the largest bloc”, with approximately 50 seats.

    Iraq’s electoral commission is expected to announce preliminary results later this evening. With an outright majority almost impossible to achieve by any single list, the role of prime minister is determined by the coalition that can secure enough post-election allies to form the largest Shiite alliance.

    In past elections, naming a premier and forming a government has proven to be the most taxing post-election process. ” TC

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  20. dear mountain goat,

    First off thank you for all you do! We can never thank you enough for your hours and hours of work you do to bring us this newsletter 2 times a week. I do have a quick question. It seems things are moving along very nicely. I understand Iraq elections were held on November 11th, and there hasn’t been much said about those. I know in the past ( I have been following you for over 10 years) that these elections in Iraq have become quite contentious especially when Nouri Maliki of the Dawa party would stir things up ( after he was prime minister) causing there not to be a majority party, then when a prime minister was decided they have 30 days to form a Government, if they fail then it all starts over. ( care taker govt.) I remember about 5 years ago or so it took an entire year October to October to get a seated government. In your opinion do we see a scenario where all this good forward motion with the project to delete the zeros could be stopped cold due to election interference ( it is Iraq and anything can happen) but since this hasn’t been a big news topic and the CBI seems to be moving forward ( safety and security) that this election cycle will be a smoother event kind of like when a sitting president in USA wins a second term ( consecutively)?

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  21. Great news today MG,,,, thank you again for the timely word. However you really could put the cherry on top if you would move the tick tock clock to say 11:58-11:59, to more accurately reflect the proper time frame lolol . Surely it is closer now don’t you think. Blessings Ash!

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  22. ERBIL (Kurdistan24) – Preliminary results from Iraq’s sixth parliamentary elections have produced a complex and uncertain political landscape, as several armed groups affiliated with the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) collectively secured 47 seats in the incoming legislature.

    According to the initial tally released Wednesday by the Iraqi Independent High Electoral Commission (IHEC), five political blocs linked to US-designated militant groups won parliamentary representation. These include:

    – Al-Sadiqoun Bloc of Asa’ib Ahl al-Haq, led by Qais al-Khazali

    – Hoquq Bloc of Kata’ib Hizballah, led by Ahmad Hamidawi

    – Montasirun Movement of Kataib Sayyid al-Shuhada, led by Abu Ala al-Walai

    – Khadamat Movement of Kata’ib al-Imam Ali, led by Shibl Muhsin Ubayd al-Zaydi

    – Kataeb Babylon, led by Rayan al-Kildani

    Their combined gains highlight the shifting dynamics within Iraq’s political arena, but also raise critical questions about their role in the next government.

    Earlier, Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein said in a televised interview that groups designated as terrorist organizations by the United States “will not participate in the next government.” The announcement now places Iraq at a crossroads: balancing the political influence of groups that command a share of the electorate while navigating international concerns and avoiding diplomatic fallout.

    The dilemma has deepened following Washington’s decision on September 17 to designate Harakat al-Nujaba, Kataib Sayyid al-Shuhada, Harakat Ansar Allah al-Awfiya, and Kata’ib al-Imam Ali as foreign terrorist organizations.

    Iraq held special voting on Sunday and general voting on Tuesday across all provinces and in the Kurdistan Region. IHEC reported a 56.11% turnout for both rounds combined, reflecting significant public engagement despite lingering security and political tensions.

    As coalition talks begin, the presence of these factions—popular among segments of Iraqi voters but controversial abroad—has plunged the government’s formation into renewed uncertainty. Political leaders now face one of the most delicate post-election challenges in years, with implications for Iraq’s stability, governance, and foreign relations.

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    This is a great threat to stability and security in Iraq. Could jeopardize the reinstatement of the dinar.

    k24 logo

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  23. Did you feel like you said too much? I’m glad you did though, it only confirmed news I had already multi-sourced in country and no not from any guru [ I really do not like those tent masters] Cheers it’s almost over…

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  24. Mnt Goat, greetings!

    If theoretically, a reinstatement were to occur, wouldn’t the zeroes be deleted a few weeks to months before the reinstatement? or would it all happen in one day?

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  25. My dearest Mountain Goat, I do not think you ramble and I LOVE to read your commentary. I practically ‘live’ to read your newsletters. I think God put you on this earth to report on this RV as you are so intelligent, pay attention to detail, and write it so we can understand it. I, for one, could never write as you do. You do an EXCELLENT job…never doubt it! Someday I hope to meet you. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family and please know how much you are appreciated!! I pray for you as much as I pray for the RV. Joy S.

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  26. Thank you MG for the informative newsletter. However I cannot afford to keep putting champagne in the frig! All of your points are well taken. So where does your community stand on Jan 2026. I for the life of me totally understand your points and see the seriousness of the Iranian backed militia, and the aspirations of Iranian influence in the Sudani government, an why has the deletion of the zeroes has not begun. I just wish Trump would tighten the noose around Sudani’s neck by taking a bigger control over the Iraqi oil and let him know we are going to be paid back. So where do we stand today having been in this for 15 years I would say that the odds of a disappointment are higher than not being disappointed. This is not being negative, glass half empty, God sitting on the throne wringing his hands about what he should do with Iraq. Iraq is just not ready if it does not happen, its all in God’s timing no matter how much we want it. However I shall be more cautious about putting expensive champagne in the frig in the future. Till Thursday!

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  27. Baghdad (IraqiNews.com) – The American financial consulting firm Oliver Wyman has released a new report affirming that Iraq is entering a phase of dynamic economic growth and investment opportunities. The optimistic outlook is credited to the comprehensive banking reforms spearheaded by the Central Bank of Iraq (CBI) with government backing.

    The report highlights that the banking sector reform program, launched in April 2025, represents a fundamental shift toward building a more efficient and sustainable financial sector. This initiative is expected to stimulate investment, boost private sector development, and strengthen Iraq’s international financial integration.

    According to Oliver Wyman, the commitment of all Iraqi banks to the reform program, which began in September 2025, will enable the CBI to evaluate their performance between 2026 and 2028 based on modern global financial, regulatory, and technological standards. The firm forecasts that the total size of the Iraqi banking sector will exceed $60 billion by 2035, with expected returns ranging between 15% and 20%. The report concludes that successfully addressing current challenges related to governance and reputation will transform the reforms into a unique investment opportunity within the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. (October 18, 2025)

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    An overlooked report from Oliver Wyman has come to my attention.

    The report from August 2025 clearly states that the official implementation phase kicks off 2026.

    In 2026 Central Bank of Iraq will start on the ground implementation phase rolling out everything

    they have planned. This means distribution of the new small category notes.

    2024 was the year of planning.

    2025 is the preparing phase.

    2026 will be on ground implementation – meaning distribution of lower notes and a new exchange

    rate.

    2026-2028 is the expected time line for currency value increase as part of the broader economic

    stability and growth strategy.

    Former CBI governor Dr. Sinan Shabibi is the architect of the monetary reform. Several years ago

    he said that a revaluation of a currency must always be in the beginning of a year.

    Bankers in the know in Iraq now expect the reinstatement in January 2026.

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  28. This is all exciting news. I am feeling very confident in at least a January 2027 return to the FOREX. Their current status on all the requirements seems too far off for a January 2026 RV. I said this last November too, about a January 2026 RV and I was wrong….maybe we get it in 2027. We will get it, the question is when.

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  29. IN THE COMING DAYS!

    with Iran collapsing, drought is killing iran plus revolt, admission of no more nuclear intentions ( lies of course) flat broke, attempts of increasing the value of risk fruitless it seems, PMF has been nutted, no more money, USA forces have new rules of engagement with Trump on the trigger, Sudani as any sensible leader sees the path to success, PEACE and gracefully handling the Iranians that are now as wounded animals, and Trump has given Iran a west to peace and trade. IN THE COMING DAYS!

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  30. Hello Mnt. Goat,

    I know my question is probably more complicated than we in a first world nation can truly comprehend, being that or government structures are so different from ones in the Arab nations, but I can’t help from asking, are there still such strong influences keeping an Iranian foothold in Iraq or are they that hidden that the complication is finding them to get rid of them in the first place. I can’t imagine that the Iraqi Government sees a stronger advantage to allowing the Iranian influences to remain over jeopardizing Iraq”s future through non compliance with the U.S requirement to get rid of it.

    Thank you for your tireless efforts in keeping us informed with the truth. You literally are the only source I read regarding this investment.

    Dan

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  31. NEW Exchange rate value is to be derived in Iraq’s based on a basket of currencies in the same sense that the SDR is constructed in its accumulated total reflecting the weighted portions of the currency basket construct. You agree with the principle? Sounds right to me.

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  32. Happy Saturday MG,

    Ug, I was just trying to read the Iraq news. That sure can be frustrating, thank you so much for your thorough investigating every week.

    I hope you have a Happy heart this week

    Suki

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  33. Hello MG,Iran had recently announced that they will be removing 4 zeros from the Rial. Would this be the same scenario as for the Dinar where the Iranian Rial 4 zero notes will be treated at face value outside of Iran and, if so, should we be purchasing rial now?I will quote part of the Nov 22, 2025 article link below:” Iran began implementing a long-delayed plan to drop four zeros from its battered currency after President Masoud Pezeshkian instructed the Central Bank on Saturday to begin two years of preparations.

    Under the order, the Central Bank of Iran must prepare the shift within two years before managing a three-year phase in which old and new banknotes circulate together.

    Once that cycle ends, all transactions will be settled in the new unit and existing notes will be withdrawn, according to Iranian state media. Economists remain divided over the effect of the redenomination. The policy is expected to require printing new notes, destroying old ones and modifying banking and accounting systems. “https://www.iranintl.com/en/202511224715 TC

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  34. Al-Khalidi: Three main reasons that push 75% of the Framework forces to support Sudani’s second term

    Baghdad Today – Baghdad

    Mohammed Othman Al-Khalidi, a member of the Reconstruction and Development Coalition, confirmed on Monday (November 24, 2025) that 75% of the forces of the Coordination Framework support the continuation of the second term of the current Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, for three main reasons.

    Al-Khalidi said in an interview with “Baghdad Today” that “every Iraqi citizen has the right to nominate himself for the position of prime minister, provided that the legal conditions are met, but according to objective readings, we believe that al-Sudani is the closest to the second term, and he is the candidate who has the qualifications that make him the most capable of leading the next government.”

    He added that “75% of the Framework forces support Sudani’s second term, especially since he has made clear achievements in the services file, and has dealt with regional challenges successfully to keep Baghdad away from the war, in addition to obtaining the highest votes for him and his bloc in the last elections, which reflects the presence of great popular support for him.”

    Al-Khalidi pointed out that “al-Sudani is an important candidate, and we strongly support the continuation of his second term, which is the closest option according to the current assessments of the forces of the Coordination Framework.”

    The positions of the Coordination Framework come in light of a sensitive political stage following the announcement of the results of the 2025 elections, as the Shiite forces entered into an intensive round of consultations to decide on their candidate for the presidency of the next government. Over the past few days, the framework held a series of meetings to discuss the criteria for selecting a candidate, while the name of Mohammed Shia al-Sudani emerged as the closest to the position, especially after the Federal Court’s decision that turned the current government into a daily caretaker, which increased the pace of the search for a candidate capable of managing the transitional period and forming a full-fledged government. Al-Sudani’s advanced electoral results also gave him a negotiating advantage within the framework and with the rest of the political forces.Al-Khalidi: Three main reasons push 75% of the Framework forces to support the second term of Al-Sudani » Baghdad Today News Agency

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  35. Hi Mountain Goat, can you add this to your next newsletter about this guy Pimpy he thinks the 25,000 dinars will become only 25.00 notes once it revalues. So when we go to the bank we will only get 25.00 not the 25,000 from our dinars. This would be for the ones that don’t understand the value.

    Much Appreciate.

    Spencer

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  36. oh I can’t believe it, wrote a nice paragraph of opinion and it got deleted three times – must be hell doing such a thorough newsletter, THANK YOU MTN GOAT

    ok one more time- IN MY OPINION-

    Yes I am concerned about the PMF but my opinion has changed. Yes they won about 10% of Parliament seats, SO WHAT! Doesn’t give them much say so/votes but it shows some Iraqi support. They did fight and suffered losses in the defeat of ISIS. They have lived in Iraq over a decade, raised families, Iraq is their home now. They are Iraqis. Iran is on the brink of total collapse- Biblical epic drought, they literally have NO WATER , reservoirs totally dried up into mud holes, CIVIL WAR at home, , death and destruction of war with USA and Israel, sanctions, no trading partners can’t sell oil much, IRGC and the Ayatollah are doomed. So, I don’t think they will be much problem other than saber rattling, fussing , lying, and stealing. Then, after reading the last paragraph of today’s newsletter, the support Sudani is garnering seems to secure him a commanding position for Prime Minister again. IN THE COMING DAYS, LET’ FINISH STRONG!

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  37. OMG! In plain text from the CBI- thNk you MTN GOAT

    Iraq is set to implement a new currency mechanism on December 1, 2025, which includes the introduction of a central bank digital currency (CBDC) and a redenomination plan. 

    YAHOO!

    champagne is on ice baby!

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  38. It seems like we will see zero’s deleted then reinstatement; however per usual it SEEMS Iraq is dragging things out until the last possible second. The timeframe for deletion is UNDERWAY AND is confidential; that statement alone is where my hope lies…. Please get this done Alaq/cbi

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    Mark Savaya, US President Donald Trump’s special envoy to Iraq, told Rudaw that he is bringing a message from Trump to leaders in both Iraq and the Kurdistan Region. “There are big changes coming in Iraq… everyone will see actions instead of words,📸

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  40. I can only pray the two sides can see eye to eye, the U.S. doesn’t appear to want to give in any on their demands, so let’s see if Iraq agrees to the conditions the U.S. sets. What happens is anyone’s guess.

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  41. Honestly, we have been so close in prior years thinking January will be the turning point in this investment. I think that they are really well positioned for a January 2027 reinstatement to the FOREX. I hope and pray its in 2026, but it seems like with all that remains to complete, 2027 is our year.

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  42. I don’t want to be a down beat or glass half full type of person. I try and look at things realistically. And for what I am seeing, previous elections end up taking months. We have now only been a couple of weeks. So I don’t see leadership happening for a while. Then there is the US and the Iranian influence. This really can’t get resolved until they have a government in place. Next we have the removing of the 3 zeros. I don’t know if this will occur until they have a government in place as well. And once they do remove the zeros, I think there will be a month or two to follow inflation before they do anything else. So my guess is that it won’t be on Forex until after the above is all worked out and the changes monitored. Having said all of that, I am a bit sceptic on a January date. I think that removing the Iranian influence will take a bit more time than any of us would like. And how do you get rid of elected officials?
    Again, I don’t want to be pushing bad news, I am hoping for the best, I have a lot of hope. At the same time, I want to be honest with myself so I don’t get let down if we don’t see a change by January 2026.

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    1. i could have sworn I wrote your comments, my exact feelings. However I am not quite as positive as you. In 15 years they have never hit a timeline of mine or anyone else’s. My guess March at the earliest. That is a realistic timeframe not glad half full based upon 15 years of absolute failure of them doing anything on a timely basis. Trump needs to put a time frame on them or we take total control of the oil an monetary reform till we are paid back.

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