Latest Mnt Goat Newsletter

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.

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March 13, 2026 Mnt Goat News Brief

Guten Tag everyone:

WOW this RV saga continues with the election cycle. The deadlock over the Maliki candidate for prime minister is finally over. Now we need the president announced by Kurdistan, then ratified by Parliament. Next is the same for the prime minister.

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I decided to allow everyone to give a Free-will GIFT to Mnt Goat on PayPal if you so desire. Here is the link below. Please show your appreciation for all the hard work I do.

I recommend $15-$20 dollars a month or whatever you can afford. Do you realize I write up to eight (8) Newsletters every month. This is like a second job to me. The only way I know that people are reading and appreciating all the FACTUAL news I bring is through their appreciation. If I do not receive equal appreciation for all the hard work I do, I will simply end the Newsletter and save myself endless hours at the computer. You do want to get paid for your job, don’t you? What makes my job any different? Tell me….. I am tired of this RV saga just as you are. We are now down to addressing the Iranian militia in Iraq. This is a very good thing and had to happen sooner or later. The RV will not happen as long as Iraq is a proxy state of Iran.

 Let’s all try to chip in!

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 Matthew 7:11

“If ye then, being evil, know how to give good gifts unto your children, how much more shall your Father which is in heaven give good things to them that ask him?” 

STATUS OF THE RV

There is not much current news to share today with my readers. We are still waiting for the ‘official’ announcement of al-Sudani as the nominee for prime minister. There does not seem to be any rush since parliament has already told us they do not intend to hold any sessions while the conflict with Iran is ongoing. Kurdistan is now ready to announce its candidate for president but is also holding back. This could take weeks or even longer. So I need everyone to relax and let it all play out.

Even though there is not a lot of news, I have a presentation that was given on the Frank26 conference call the other night. Kudos to Frank. I give credit when credit is due. This audio sums up most of what has been going on between Iraq and Iran since 2003 and the deception that has been played out over this reinstatement process.

Everyone interested in knowing the TRUTH should carefully listen to this audio (click on picture below). It that explains it all in a nice, easy to understand summary. We can be sure there are more US politicians that played also in this game of deception. I can assure you there are many republican and democrat names that will soon come forward in the news over this scandal between Iran and Iraq and with their currency reform. So, please listen to the audio its about sixteen minutes long and packed with information. I think it will answer many of your questions as to why the RV is taking so long.

SETTING THE RECORD STRAIGHT FOR HISTORY.

We must keep asking ourselves how could Dr Shabibi be all set to reinstatement the Iraqi dinar in 2012-2013 yet it has not reinstated even since and that was well over twelve years ago? Yes, that’s the key to unraveling the corruption in Iraq. That’s the stake in the ground to work by in our investigation. We must also concentrate our thoughts on the current Iraqi election cycle and how it is all connected to the past twenty plus years of corruption. What games are now being played by the Coordination Framework to get al-Maliki back in power and why. Why Maliki of all people?

Yes, in case you are wondering Barrack Obama had a huge role in the Iranian takeover of Iraq. Iran needed money to continue its enrichment program for the ‘bomb’. Iran needed vast amounts of money to overcome the sanctions.

I firmly believe Barrack Obama is a traitor to the United States and should be tried and hung for TREASON! But do the republicans have the guts to do it.

The evidence is overwhelming from all the damage he did to the United States while in office. I know many of my readers may be Obama fans but we all need to step back and listen to the FACTS and adjust our thinking. There is no shame from learning the FACTS and how these changes from Obama era affected our lives and what we must do to fix it today.

These issues go beyond politics. The Iranian issue is only the beginning. These disastrous middle east policies were the Obama assurances to Iran that they can be allowed to continue their Islamic / Communistic spread throughout the world and to ensure it success. Obama supported the development of the nuclear threat from Iran. Be careful what he says, as he is good at deception. He always says what his public wants  to hear and then does something else. The nuclear treaty was just a coverup, a backdrop from his administration to ‘pretend’ to care about the nuclear threat and to stop it. He needed to get public support for his next re-election and so he used the nuclear issues with Iran to do it. He also used the withdrawal of American forces from Iraq in the same terms for his campaign for re-election regardless of the consequences. Oh… but he knew the withdrawal would create a gap in security for Iraq and it was not coincidental that ISIS later entered Iraq. The intelligence was already strong telling his administration this could happen. And who was the prime minister at that time- al-Maliki.

Many of us may say these were just ‘bad presidential policies’ but I am here today to tell you they were intentional, coordinate policies to support Iran in Iraq and to allow Iran to continue its efforts in building the ‘bomb’.

It was only through Trump that the ‘real’ threat was recognized and the nuclear treaty shown to be nothing more than a scam. President Trump is also exposing the proxy Iranian government in Iraq and trying to free the people from it. This is really what this latest election in Iraq is all about. The question is – will Iraq be able to break free from Iran after all.

WHAT WAS IN THE NEWS 9 YEARS AGO? DO YOU EVEN REMEMBER?

I know memories are short, so let’s review what was in the news during the Obama era. How did this ultimately effect Iraq and our long-awaiting reinstatement?

OBAMA PAID IRAN $1.7B, TWO DAYS AFTER $400M CASH PAYMENT

TRUTH OR DARE…..

Oh… Obama knew what he was doing in sending money to Iran and now we are paying the price for the consequences from it. How dare the democrats apposed this current conflict with Iran to destroy this regime and its nuclear ambitions, but they do and we have to wonder just what side they are on?

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What else is in the news?

In an interesting article titled “REVEALS WHY WASHINGTON REJECTED MOJTABA KHAMENEI” we learn why Washington rejects the chosen new leader for Iran.

 On Tuesday, the United States’ special envoy to the Middle East, Steve Wittkopf, revealed the reasons for his country’s rejection of Mojtaba Khamenei succeeding his father as Supreme Leader in Iran. “If the new leader of Iran follows the same path as his father, this is a problem for President Trump,” Witkoff said in a television interview monitored by Shafaq News Agency.

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In today’s news we also get a peek at when Iraq might have its next parliament sessions to conclude their four month long, deadlocked election process in the article titled “A BREAKTHROUGH IS EXPECTED AFTER EID… AL-MOUSSAWI OUTLINES A ROADMAP TO OVERCOME THE POLITICAL DEADLOCK.

Al-Moussawi told the Information Agency that “political forces are currently holding intensive consultations to agree on a roadmap to extricate the country from the crisis,” noting that “expectations point to a breakthrough in the selection of the president and ministers immediately after the Eid holiday.”

Al-Moussawi clarified that “resolving these constitutional requirements is no longer a political luxury but an urgent necessity to protect Iraq’s security and stability in light of regional challenges,” emphasizing that “the national decision must prioritize the public interest to overcome the current political stalemate.”

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In the following article titled “100 TRILLION DINARS HELD IN HOMES: WITHDRAWAL RESTRICTIONS FUEL A “CASH ECONOMY,” BUT THE CENTRAL BANK OFFERS REASSURANCE.” we learn that the amount of cash outside of the Iraqi banking system has increased recently from about 80 trillion dinars to over 100 trillion. Yes, its in the news again and still a concern for the Iraqi economy. But like we learned today about why the currency reform is delayed we can see this these concerns are manifested too in holding up the development of the Iraqi economy. So somehow there must be a breakthrough also in this effort to retrieve this cash to liquify the banks. I quote from the article – “Experts point to the existence of a large cash mass outside the banking system, saying: “The cash mass in Iraq amounts to about 100 trillion Iraqi dinars, which is equivalent to 75 to 76 billion dollars according to data from the Central Bank of Iraq at the beginning of 2026,” indicating that “about 70 to 90 percent of this cash is outside the banking system and in homes, which leads to a weakening of the credit role of banks.”

The article also points out that “this also contributes to increasing the cash economy, as citizens keeping their money outside banks leads to an increase in cash circulation outside the banking system, which reduces the state’s ability to monitor financial and tax activity and the movement of funds that may be directed towards terrorism, support for extremist and terrorist groups, or corruption.”

So, now that we know about some of the importance of having this cash in the banking system, what is the CBI going to do about it to fix the problem? Again, I am telling you that the only fix is to revalue the dinar over the dollar and expire these large three zero notes. This will drive the citizens to turn in this cash. However, at the same time the CBI must also implement the digital dinar and allow for its use. So, again this article is telling us this project to delete the zeros is way overdue. This reluctance to do it is political and is we know why now it is being held up. Please go listen to the audio above from Frank26 conference call and presented here today under the title “SETTING THE RECORD STRAIGHT FOR HISTORY”.

SUMMARY:

After today’s Newsletter I hope all my readers have a really good idea now about what is holding up the currency reform process in Iraq. I would rather not have anyone making statements alluding to questions as to what is holding up the RV/reinstatement. We all know why now what the problem is and the plot to hold it up. Are we smart enough to accept it or complain about it. There is a tremendous opportunity under the current president Trump administration to finally get this currency reform project done. We can see the writing is on the wall to reinstate the dinar but these Iranian issues must resolved first if the US is going to work with Iraq to rebuild its economy. Trump is not about to have American companies come into Iraq at the level needed to support the massive rebuilding of their economy without security and stability. We can clearly see these Iranian issues are coming to the forefront now and being exposed for what they really are. This is a good thing, yet, a VERY GOOD thing! We must not also forget about the prophetic words spoken by God about this abundance and prosperity that is coming our way. He says to be patient, and I believe this reinstatement is part of it. Remember that this reinstatement has to happen and the Iranian politicians know that when it does it shuts down their goose that lays the golden eggs. This is why they have been fighting it and not moving ahead on it, as they should.

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

                                             Just the FACTS!

PRAYING WITH SINCERITY

Many may ask why their prayers are not being answered. Our new Shepard in Rome Pope Leo XIV has given us some direction.

You can purchase a nice pair of Rosary Beads here to pray:

                                         

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 prophet:  Julie Green

“More People Around President Trump Will Be Removed “

Go to the 17:25 mark for the prophecy.  From Mar 6th.  

  • Pam Bondi will not stay as the AG for much longer.
  • More Rhinos will be exposed and removed from the Trump administration.
  • VP JD Vance will soon start to show his true self and it will be obvious he is not the man to lead this nation after Trump
  • These three-letter intelligence agencies will be totally gutted to get rid of any snakes against this country
  • Proof will come out of former president Barrack Obama and how he was orchestrating the assassination attempt in Butler, PA against Trump
  • Many more assassins are waiting in the shadows waiting for the green light to take their shot at the president

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.  

IRANIAN MILITARY IS TURNING AGAINST ITS OWN LEADERSHIP?

Iran Guard Corps Go OUT OF CONTROL? Iran Forces Turn REBEL! Big RIFT In Iran Amid War. Who exactly now controls the Iran military?

IRANIAN REGIME: ISLAMIC NAZIS

Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., unpacks President Donald Trump’s response to the Iranian conflict.

ADVISERS TO PRESIDENT TRUMP SIGNAL NO MERCY FOR IRANIAN REGIME

IRANIAN REGIME COLLAPSE APPEARS ‘RIGHT IN FRONT OF US’

Reza Pahlavi, THE CROWN PRINCE OF IRAN,’ACCEPTS’ TRANSITIONAL LEADERSHIP OF IRAN

Can you say RV the Rial?

CALLS FOR THE TRUMP ADMIN TO ‘FINISH’ IRAN’S MILITARY

Dumb founded, ridiculous and almost to a point of brainless allegations from some democrats politicians that Iran was not a threat to the US and so why attack it. These kinds of statements pose a deep question of whether the democrats actually know what the hell is going on in the middle east, at home and with the ongoing War Against Terrorism.

If I remember correctly, they are the party that let millions of illegal immigrants into the US through their UN Agenda 2030 open boarder policies. Along with the immigrant came unvetted militia terrorist groups. These groups could be triggered, and probably will be triggered, at sometime soon to conduct operations in the US.

What will the democrats have to say when their neighborhoods are attacked and innocent people are killing in their districts? What then? Will they continue with their dumb founded rhetoric. Of course, is all about hatred for Trump and not even thinking about the security of the US. I don’t know about you but I am getting a bit tired of this stupidity and rhetoric towards Trump. It has gotten to the point that it does not even make any common sense anymore. We are not that stupid!

Midterm voting is coming up and we must THINK, THINK about what party we want to present us. Is it a party of fantasy or a party of reality we want in these house seats?

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.

THE MINISTRY OF FINANCE IS EXPLORING ECONOMIC REFORMS AND WAYS TO BOOST NON-OIL REVENUES.

Finance Minister Taif Sami directed on Wednesday that non-oil revenues be strengthened. The ministry said in a statement that “Minister of Finance, Taif Sami, chaired today the periodic meeting of the ministry’s advisory board, in the presence of the advisor and the directors general of the ministry and its formations,” indicating that “during the meeting, financial and economic reforms were reviewed and discussed, with a focus on evaluating the institutional performance of the past period and developing plans to raise the efficiency of administrative and financial work in line with the directions aimed at achieving financial stability in the country.”

She added that “the meeting witnessed discussions on vital issues, foremost among them the axis of maximizing public revenues.” The minister stressed “the need to intensify efforts and push towards enhancing non-oil revenues in accordance with a modern vision that adopts digital transformation.” She stressed “the importance of joint coordination between the ministry’s departments towards a comprehensive structural reform that ensures the sustainability of financial resources and directs them towards the most important development sectors.”

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REVEALS WHY WASHINGTON REJECTED MOJTABA KHAMENEI

On Tuesday, the United States’ special envoy to the Middle East, Steve Wittkopf, revealed the reasons for his country’s rejection of Mojtaba Khamenei succeeding his father as Supreme Leader in Iran, noting that President Donald Trump’s administration is waiting for notification from the Iranians to open a dialogue with it.

“If the new leader of Iran follows the same path as his father, this is a problem for President Trump,” Witkoff said in a television interview monitored by Shafaq News Agency.

He pointed out that “Trump is ready for dialogue, but will it be fruitful with the Iranians or not?”, stressing that “Trump has drawn a red line, which is that Iran cannot possess a nuclear weapon.”

He added, “Let’s see if the Iranians want to talk. We have almost completely destroyed their uranium enrichment capability.” Witkov denied that Russia had provided Iran with any intelligence on US military assets, while suggesting that he would visit Israel next week to discuss options for military action against Iran.

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100 TRILLION DINARS HELD IN HOMES: WITHDRAWAL RESTRICTIONS FUEL A “CASH ECONOMY,” BUT THE CENTRAL BANK OFFERS REASSURANCE.

Confidence in the Iraqi banking sector is facing a critical test. While an economist warns that restricting withdrawals is fueling a “cash economy” and hoarding 100 trillion dinars in homes, the Central Bank rushed in an extraordinary session to reassure the markets, stressing the strength of the financial system and its ability to manage liquidity, in an attempt to bridge the gap between precautionary policies and depositors’ fears.

Loss of confidence in banks

Economic expert Haider Abdullah Asfour told Al-Alam Al-Jadeed on Tuesday (March 10, 2026) that “the inability of citizens to withdraw their money in full from banks causes significant damage to the banking sector and the economy in general,” explaining that “this is mainly due to the weakness of those in charge of this sector, their lack of experience, and the confusion in dealing with crises, which greatly affects the work of banks.”

Local news sites reported on Monday that Rafidain and Rasheed banks are suffering from a severe liquidity crisis and a shortage of cash, with a clear decline in the funds available within them. Branches of the two banks have begun asking customers to wait or return later to receive their money in full, while some branches are providing part of the required amount and postponing the delivery of the rest.

Asfour explains that “one of the most prominent of these damages is the loss of confidence in the banking sector, as when a citizen cannot freely withdraw his money, he loses confidence in banks, which leads citizens to refrain from depositing their money in banks and prefer to keep cash at home instead of in banks.”

It is believed that “weak confidence also leads to a decline in bank deposits, as citizens begin to gradually withdraw their money from banks, which leads to a decrease in the volume of deposits and weakens the banks’ ability to lend and invest.”

Cash economy

He points out that “this also contributes to increasing the cash economy, as citizens keeping their money outside banks leads to an increase in cash circulation outside the banking system, which reduces the state’s ability to monitor financial and tax activity and the movement of funds that may be directed towards terrorism, support for extremist and terrorist groups, or corruption.”

He adds, “Among the repercussions is also the weakening of investment and development, as banks rely on deposits to finance projects, and when deposits decline, loans granted to small and medium enterprises decrease and economic growth slows down.”

Investors’ reluctance

He continues, “Restricting withdrawals also leads to damage to the reputation of the banking system locally and internationally, as it harms the reputation of banks and leads to the reluctance of foreign investors and the difficulty for banks to enter into international partnerships.”

100 trillion dinars

Expert Asfour points to the existence of a large cash mass outside the banking system, saying: “The cash mass in Iraq amounts to about 100 trillion Iraqi dinars, which is equivalent to 75 to 76 billion dollars according to data from the Central Bank of Iraq at the beginning of 2026,” indicating that “about 70 to 90 percent of this cash is outside the banking system and in homes, which leads to a weakening of the credit role of banks.”

Asfour calls on decision-makers and those in charge of this “sector to reconsider the policies followed in a way that serves the Iraqi economy and the national interest and does not harm the interests of citizens and their confidence in the banking system.”

Iraqi market

The economist points out that “regional conditions, including the war between the United States and Israel on one side and Iran on the other, and what is related to the Strait of Hormuz and the halt in oil production, as well as the banks depositing about 117 trillion dinars with the Central Bank, in addition to the banks’ fears of the rise in the price of the dollar against the dinar, are all factors that have confused the Iraqi market.”

It also points to “practical problems faced by those dealing with banks, such as contractors who have payment vouchers issued by certain ministries and deposited with banks, but they face difficulty in receiving their money due to the lack of liquidity, which casts doubt on the banks’ ability and weakens confidence in them.”

Central Bank reassures

The Central Bank of Iraq confirmed on Monday that it continues to perform its constitutional and legal responsibilities in protecting monetary and financial stability and maintaining the strength and integrity of the banking system in Iraq.

The bank stated in a statement received by “Al-Alam Al-Jadeed” that the Central Bank’s Board of Directors held an extraordinary session to follow up on current economic and financial developments, review the most prominent macroeconomic indicators, and assess future expectations in light of local and international developments and the challenges or opportunities they may present to the national economy.

The statement added that during the meeting, the council conducted a comprehensive assessment of the monetary and financial market conditions, including an analysis of liquidity levels in the banking system and developments in the money supply, as well as a review of the levels of foreign reserves at the central bank.

The Council also reviewed financial stability indicators and the performance of the banking sector, in addition to monitoring foreign trade and payment flows, while assessing potential risks associated with regional and international economic variables and their potential repercussions on the Iraqi economy.

The council discussed a number of possible economic and financial scenarios for the next phase, focusing on how to enhance the flexibility of monetary policy and the sustainability of financial stability, and ensure the banking system’s ability to respond efficiently to the demands of economic activity.

Temporary shocks

Asfour affirms that “building a successful banking system requires an integrated and modern system that serves all parties,” stressing “the need to adopt economic policies that enhance confidence among investors and depositors instead of weakening it.”

He warns that “banks may be able to withstand temporary shocks, but they are required to look at the long term, enhance confidence, attract funds and investments, and encourage the localization of funds within banks through appropriate incentives and benefits, which will contribute to bringing the large monetary mass into the banking system and supporting financial stability in the country.”

Media sources revealed earlier (February 15, 2026) that the government was forced to withdraw about 20 trillion dinars from Al-Rafidain Bank, in addition to between 7 and 8 trillion dinars from Al-Rasheed Bank, as well as withdrawing about 7 billion dollars from another bank, along with sums of money from industrial and agricultural banks, in order to cover salaries during the past months.

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A BREAKTHROUGH IS EXPECTED AFTER EID… AL-MOUSSAWI OUTLINES A ROADMAP TO OVERCOME THE POLITICAL DEADLOCK.

Member of Parliament, Mukhtar al-Moussawi, called on political forces Wednesday to prioritize the national interest to break the political deadlock, amidst high-level political activity aimed at making strategic decisions concerning both domestic and international affairs.

Al-Moussawi told the Information Agency that “the region is passing through a dangerous security juncture that necessitates the swift formation of a fully empowered government.” He explained that “the current impasse and the halt in oil exports necessitate the presence of an executive authority capable of confronting the rapidly escalating economic repercussions.”

He added that “political forces are currently holding intensive consultations to agree on a roadmap to extricate the country from the crisis,” noting that “expectations point to a breakthrough in the selection of the president and ministers immediately after the Eid holiday.”

Al-Moussawi clarified that “resolving these constitutional requirements is no longer a political luxury but an urgent necessity to protect Iraq’s security and stability in light of regional challenges,” emphasizing that “the national decision must prioritize the public interest to overcome the current political stalemate.”

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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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1,485 thoughts on “Latest Mnt Goat Newsletter

    1. If Maliki is the guy, it is time to give up on this because he is nothing but a puppet who intends on stealing all the wealth of Iraq. I pray this is Iraq’s version of CNN and it is fake news or I guess it is time to wallpaper my bathroom, as now this investment just turned to shit!

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  1. To quote the Wicked Witch, “What a world, what a world.”

    Now, a report that Sudani has stepped aside unconditionally after al-Sistani stated no objections to Maliki as PM. (Sistani is the “Najaf” referenced in the linked article.) I hope this is mis-information!

    99% settled: State of Law MP reveals Najaf’s rapid reply on Maliki’s nomination

    https://www.iraqinews.com/iraq/falah-al-khafaji-maliki-nomination-najaf-response-2026/

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  2. It can be quite confusing. Things must have changed from Jan 10th to Jan 11th as it appeared that on Jan 10th, both Sudani and Maliki had withdrawn from the PM race. I will quote part of the Jan10, 2026 article below:

    ” Two leading contenders for Iraq’s next prime minister, caretaker premier Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani and State of Law Coalition leader Nouri Al-Maliki, have withdrawn in favor of Ihsan Al-Awadi, the director of Al-Sudani’s office, a source said on Saturday.

    The source told Shafaq News that backing Al-Awadi as a compromise figure would not affect the shares or positions of the various factions within the Framework, as he is not affiliated with any party inside the Shiite bloc. However, bloc leaders have not yet been formally notified of his nomination.

    The issue is expected to be raised at the next meeting of Shiite leaders, the source explained. If consensus is reached, Al-Awadi would move forward as the candidate to form the next government; if not, the Framework will continue consultations to nominate a figure acceptable to all parties. “

    Tom

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  3. Great report MG, thank you! In the first part of your report at the top you said your contact said the deletion of zeroes is still on for January. If that is the case I would have thought you would have elaborated on the details around it , such as the new lower notes, and the potential for a rate change.

    We will be in Germany in the next couple of months and be in Bavaria and Munich. Would love to reserve several days at your hostel/inn. Can you provide a booking service details thank you.

    Ash Devero

    ashleydevero@gmail.com

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  4. I am seeing all over the mainstream news in Iraq that Sudani has stepped aside to let Maliki become the next Prime Minister. If this is true and not some fake news, how does this fit into the RV and what the Profits have said?

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      1. As of January 13, 2026, recent reports indicate that Iraq’s caretaker Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani has withdrawn his candidacy for a second term following the November 2025 parliamentary elections, effectively clearing the path for former Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki to emerge as the leading nominee within the Shiite Coordination Framework, the largest parliamentary bloc. This move aims to resolve internal deadlocks and facilitate government formation, with al-Sudani reportedly endorsing al-Maliki to minimize conflicts among Shiite parties and ensure a smoother transition.

        The decision follows weeks of negotiations after al-Sudani’s Reconstruction and Development Coalition secured the most seats (46 out of 329), while al-Maliki’s State of Law Coalition won around 30. Despite al-Sudani’s electoral edge, coalition dynamics favored a compromise, leading to his withdrawal announced over the weekend of January 10-11. Al-Maliki, who previously served two terms from 2006-2014, is now positioned as the Framework’s consensus candidate, though some sources note he has not yet fully secured the nomination amid ongoing consultations.

        On X (formerly Twitter), discussions echo this shift, with posts confirming al-Sudani’s withdrawal and al-Maliki’s nomination by the Coordination Framework. The process is expected to advance with parliamentary approval, but no final confirmation has been issued as of today. International observers, including from the U.S., are monitoring the developments, emphasizing stability in the post-election period.

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  5. Thank you. I was quite flustered by the news and very short on time as you could tell by my writing style. I apologize for the misspelling.

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  6. Thank you MG for the report. It seems the Donald is being way too patient an easy on Iraq, an I should say slow to respond. A year has gone by since he became president we are still here chatting, talking, reviewing, discussing, an running down another rabbit trail. This time last year no one would have said we would still be here today in 2026 you too. The iraqis an Iranians see no sense of urgency, so Donald needs to immediately make them have an urgent need to abide with the US orders, that is the only way it’s gonna happen. Again thank you for your tireless info an updates, may 2026 be a year of immense growth an profits for your hostel/hotel business regardless of the outcome of the RV.

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  7. Concerning OFAC and a connection to Oliver Wyman’s praise for Iraq banking reform, It’s a Hand in glove affair:

    How the OFAC Deep Dive and Oliver Wyman’s Praise Fit Together

    1. OFAC is clearing the underbrush; Oliver Wyman is planting the new system

    • OFAC’s deep dive is about removing the corrupt, opaque, militia‑linked financial channels that have distorted Iraq’s economy for years.
    • Oliver Wyman’s work is about building a modern, compliant, internationally credible banking system on top of that cleared ground.

    They’re sequential and complementary: You can’t modernize a financial system until you purge the rot.

    2. OFAC provides the enforcement pressure; Oliver Wyman provides the technical architecture

    • OFAC is the stick: sanctions, audits, transaction reviews, and exposure of illicit networks.
    • Oliver Wyman is the blueprint: risk management, compliance frameworks, digital identity, payment modernization, and bank restructuring.

    Together, they create both discipline and capacity.

    3. The U.S. wants a stable Iraqi banking system — not a chaotic one

    The envoy’s statement emphasizes that the U.S.–Iraq relationship “has never been stronger” and that the review is aimed at strengthening financial governance and institutional accountability.

    That aligns perfectly with Oliver Wyman’s message: Iraq is finally building the institutional backbone needed for sustainable growth.

    The U.S. isn’t trying to break Iraq’s banks — it’s trying to clean them up so they can function like real banks.

    4. Both efforts converge on one strategic goal: weaken illicit networks by strengthening the state

    • OFAC targets the networks that undermine state authority.
    • Oliver Wyman strengthens the institutions that restore state authority.

    This is why the U.S. envoy explicitly links the review to “malicious actors and networks that undermine financial integrity and the authority of the state.”

    And it’s why Oliver Wyman highlights improved governance, compliance, and fiscal discipline.

    They’re describing the same battlefield — one is the cleanup, the other is the rebuild.

    5. Militia financing is a symptom; financial modernization is the cure

    Militias thrive in:

    • cash economies
    • smuggling corridors
    • fraudulent contracts
    • corrupt banks

    OFAC is attacking the symptoms. Oliver Wyman is building the immune system.

    The simple connection

    OFAC is removing the bad actors; Oliver Wyman is validating that the new system replacing them is working.

    This is why the timing matters: You don’t do a forensic sweep unless you believe the system is ready to stand on its own.

    And you don’t publish glowing reform reports unless the enforcement environment is finally aligned.

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  8. This is not happening before the end of January and I doubt it will happen before the end of the first quarter. Its Iraq, they meet , discuss, re-meet, take rama-doodle holiday, then time for a vacation and start the process all over. Lets be real, I hate to say it but your contact has not been very timely herself which is not necessarily her fault. There are always off table agendas being dealt with. We continue to wait.

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  9. Hi MG:

    What are your thoughts about the Mark Savaya and President Trump’s picture with the old Iraqi $5 note and coins. The picture was posted today (https://www.iraqinews.com/iraq/trump-mark-savaya-saddam-currency-iraq-strategy-2026/).

    They must be ready to do something with the currency or why else would they be looking at the currency if it is something planned for the distant future? There has to be a reason. Plus, Savaya, from the article, is leaving for Iraq soon and the Iraqi leaders agreed to disarm the Iranian militias in Iraq. There must be something in the mix.

    Thank you, Gavin

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  10. My own model also suggests following the election cycle. One report from Saleh mentioned the budget for 2026 [whether it’s a tripartite budget is irrelevant] was the first order of business and that sets the anchor for financial allotments. The CBI peg must match the budget rate. The operational FOREX corridor must be anchored to the same number. The 2026 budget is the first budget written after the compliance purge. This is the subtle but critical point. The 2023–2025 tripartite budget was written before the FX corridor, the compliance purge, before the digital‑payments integration, before the banking‑sector restructuring and before the IMF signaled readiness. 2026 is the first opportunity where everything is finally aligned and clean. After passage I believe the CBI follows soon after with the delete the zero project since the timing is less confusing to employ. That said, this model requires the GOI to be completed to move forward. Then we get to the wildcard of timeframes, the collection of three zero notes in country and the following retail level move to FOREX. For better or worse that’s my model.

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  11. What I think is that what is being said is not reliable from the CBI if they are saying they still have the roll out of the new notes by the end of the month, which if what they also say all that has to happen before they can do that, either they are incredibly naive, or they are just straight out lying, the facts don’t add up. We know that the U.S. is saying the militants have to go, and realistically that could take months to accomplish without the need for bloodshed, and Iraqis really don’t like that option. So I don’t see this coming to any kind of resolution for dinar investors any time soon. Hope I am wrong, but after following Iraq for over 15 years now everyday, I don’t think I am wrong about how slow they are.

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  12. Pretty darn ironic that the USA is demanding Iraq get rid of corruption, fraud and theft when we can’t do it in the US. Even the “conservative” republican representatives will not codify the DOGE cuts to waste & fraud. What does that tell us about corruption, fraud and theft by our elected officials in our own government?

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  13. yes, we pray, Dear Lord in Heaven, place a Hedge of Protection around our Envoy Savaya as he interacts with Iraq and Iranian militia, and the evil Noiri Malaki, Lord please remove Maliki as he has shown his evil and caused so much harm to Iraq and the world in assisting Iran and the evil IRGC and ayatoilet. We trust in You Lord to bring Iraq into peace, prosperity, by making the right decisions, to turn away from the devil of Iran, and join the free people of the world to make a better civilization for us all

    AMEN

    Please join me in my prayer of trust and faith in our Lord in Heaven to cast out the demons of the Misdle East

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  14. of course Nausous Malicious ( nouri maliki) is in agreement and says he goes along with disarmament of PMF! BUT HE IS A LIAR! Savaya is no fool and will be diplomatic but reject Nauseous as Savaya certainly knows history, and Iran is collapsing, after massacring thousands, so we can rest assured Nauseos will do his most devious for Iran, but Savaya will shut him down .

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  15. I did a ChatGPT search on the election and if Maliki stands a good chance of being Prime Minister. Here is the results of my search. The leading contenders for Iraq’s presidency right now are Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein (Kurdistan Democratic Party, KDP) and incumbent President Abdul Latif Rashid, with Hussein often described as the strongest single challenger, while PUK‑backed Nizar Amedi is also in the top tier of names. Whoever wins the presidency is expected to invite the largest bloc in parliament—the Shiite Coordination Framework—to form a government, which has already nominated Nouri al‑Maliki as its preferred prime minister.chinadailyhk+5

    If X becomes president, who do they likely pick as PM?

    In practice, the president has limited freedom: they are expected to call on the largest bloc’s nominee rather than choose anyone they want.shafaq+2

    • If Fuad Hussein (KDP) becomes president:
      He would almost certainly invite the Coordination Framework to form the government and name its nominee—right now Nouri al‑Maliki—as prime minister‑designate, especially if KDP has a political deal with Shiite parties.turkiyetoday+2
    • If Abdul Latif Rashid (PUK) is re‑elected president:
      He would be under the same constitutional and political pressure to appoint the Coordination Framework’s nominee, which again means al‑Maliki as things stand.trtworld+2
    • If a third‑party Kurdish figure (for example, Nizar Amedi) somehow wins:
      They could try to nudge toward a compromise Shia candidate, but unless the parliamentary arithmetic changes, they will still be expected to task the Coordination Framework’s agreed nominee—currently al‑Maliki—unless that bloc itself switches to a different consensus figure.shafaq+2

    So, the most realistic scenario is: a Kurdish president (likely either Fuad Hussein or Abdul Latif Rashid) formally designates Nouri al‑Maliki as prime minister‑designate, unless intra‑Shia negotiations replace him with another Coordination Framework compromise candidate before that step.washingtonpost+3

    Politically, Nouri al‑Maliki is the clear frontrunner, but there is still a real (not tiny) chance he is blocked or swapped out before the final vote.

    How strong is his position?

    • The Shiite Coordination Framework, the largest bloc, has now formally nominated him, and many reports describe this as putting him “on the verge” of returning and “effectively guaranteeing” the job if nothing major shifts.worldpoliticsreview+2
    • Mohammed Shia al‑Sudani stepped aside specifically to clear the way for Maliki, which removes his main intra‑Shia rival and makes Maliki the default candidate around whom deals are being built.kurdistan24+1

    In simple terms, if you think in probabilities, analysts now tend to talk about Maliki as more likely than not to get it (something like “better than 50–50”), not as a long shot.economictimes+1

    Why there is still a real risk he is not chosen

    • The Coordination Framework itself is not fully united: some key factions (for example, linked to Ammar al‑Hakim, Qais al‑Khazali, and Hadi al‑Amiri) have signaled discomfort with a “controversial” nominee and want a less polarizing figure.newarab+2
    • External pressure from Iran and the US could shift calculations; both care about stability and may quietly prefer a compromise Shiite figure if Maliki’s return looks likely to trigger serious unrest or Sunni/Kurdish obstruction.understandingwar+2
    • Sunni and Kurdish parties are divided: some are open to dealing with Maliki, but others are wary, which could complicate building the parliamentary majority he needs for a confidence vote.shafaq+2

    What could stop him in practice

    He most likely fails to become PM only if one of these happens before the formal designation and confidence vote:atlanticcouncil+2

    • The Coordination Framework fractures and cannot maintain consensus on his name, forcing them to put forward a new compromise candidate.kurdistan24+2
    • Iran’s senior leadership or Iraq’s top Shia clerical authority signal that his candidacy is too risky, pushing the Framework to quietly switch horses.shafaq+2
    • Negotiations with Sunnis and Kurds stall badly enough that leaders conclude Maliki cannot win the vote and replace him to avoid an open crisis.wtop+2

    How to think about the odds

    • Factors pushing for Maliki: formal nomination by the largest bloc, Sudani’s withdrawal in his favor, his long‑standing networks, and media language that he is “on the verge” of returning.worldpoliticsreview+2
    • Factors pushing against Maliki: internal Coordination Framework splits, strong elite memories of his divisive past term, and concern about international and domestic backlash.thenationalnews+3

    Putting that together: Maliki is currently the most likely single person to become prime minister, but there remains a substantial possibility—roughly “significant minority” odds—that he is replaced by a compromise candidate if negotiations or pressure go the wrong way for him.

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  16. really losing faith in this “investment” here we are…yet again…. back to well its going to happen blah blah blah….keep kicking the can… then guess what… by the end of summer we will be getting all hyped up for the end/beginning of the year hype… pardon my negativity but I feel like this is nothing but a pipedream and nothing more… say what you will but Iraq has functioned for over 20 years with this rate…. Its silly to think that things will change at this point. Every year its always the same….

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    1. Brian, I have pretty much given up on this apparently never ending charade and almost cannot bring myself to even read or listen to any of the mis-named gurus.

      I also seriously doubt that Trump has nearly the sway in dictating Iraq’s internal affairs it is claimed. So what if he delays or even assumes Iraq’s oil money, the carpet bagging Iraqi politicians always find some scam or another to continue filling their pockets and the ordinary folk just want to find enough money to eat and provide personal shelter.

      The middle east has never had a previous democratic government, they only understand strong men who rule autocratically.

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  17. I would assume that Mark Savaya and the U.S. Administration will impose very strict sanctions on Iraq if they actually decide to install Al-Maliki as the next PM. We will soon find out how much influence Mark Savaya has in selecting the next PM.

    I will quote part of a Jan 25, 2026 link below:

    ” Iraq’s newly elected parliament is set to nominate former Prime Minister Nouri Al-Maliki as the country’s new premier, Alnahj National Alliance affirmed to Shafaq News on Sunday.

    Alliance member Suzanne Al-Saad indicated that the Council of Representatives has scheduled a session for next Tuesday during which Iraq’s president will be elected. After lawmakers complete that process, the new head of state will then move to designate Al-Maliki to form the next government.

    Her remarks follow a decision by the Coordination Framework (CF), an umbrella alliance of Shiite parties holding more than 185 seats in Iraq’s 329-member parliament, which selected Al-Maliki, head of the State of Law Coalition (SLC), as its candidate for prime minister. “

    And then there is another related Jan 25, 2026 article which I will quote part of it below:

    ” Iraq’s Reconstruction and Development Alliance, led by caretaker Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani, confirmed on Sunday its support for former PM Nouri Al-Maliki as the Coordination Framework’s (CF) choice to lead the next government, stressing that decisions made by the caretaker cabinet remain in effect. “

    TC

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  18. Sharefont

    Shafaq News– Baghdad

    Iraq’s parliament on Monday postponed a session that was set to review economic decisions taken by Mohammad Shia Al-Sudani’s caretaker government.

    Dhuha al-Bahadli, a lawmaker from the Al-Nahj Al-Watani bloc, within the Coordination Framework, told Shafaq News that the leadership of the Council of Representatives of Iraq adjourned the session because the legal quorum had not been met, despite the presence of around 200 out of the chamber’s 329 members.

    Al-Bahadli said the postponed session was expected to address decisions issued by the cabinet led by al-Sudani during its caretaker period, including measures related to salaries, university allowances, and increases in fees and customs tariffs on imported goods, services, vehicles, electronic devices, and other materials.

    “The parliamentary leadership should have issued an official statement and published the names of absent lawmakers if the quorum was indeed incomplete.”

    The Federal Supreme Court of Iraq had previously ruled that al-Sudani’s cabinet operates in a caretaker capacity. Under Iraq’s constitutional framework, caretaker governments are limited to routine administration and are barred from passing new laws, approving multi-year contracts, negotiating long-term investment agreements, or implementing structural reforms.

    Lawmakers from different parliamentary blocs said on Sunday that decisions issued by the current government were unconstitutional and placed additional financial burdens on both the state and citizens.

    Tuesday’s session, according to the published agenda, is scheduled to focus on the election of Iraq’s president.Related Newsarrow right header.svg

    IraqAn alliance reveals political deals and attempts to change Al-Halbusi

    Earthquake hits south Iraq

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  19. MOUNTAIN GOAT!

    loving the into tunes and commentary

    ONE WAY TICKET BABY!

    ayatoilet /irgc and goons/pmf will soon be irrelevant

    be still wait on the Lord, modern David will slay the so called giant of islam, it will fall , they are already begging for mercy but it will not cone they have sinned so greatly with their blasphemy, disregarded all warnings for the Lord and now HIS WRATH WILL CONSUME ALL WHO CURSE THE CHOSEN!! Not claiming to be a prophet but that is what has been revealed and unfolding before our eyes!!

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  20. Translated from Arabic

    A source in the coordination framework for Al-Post radar: Trump’s tweet was the mercy bullet against Maliki’s third term, and proceeding with the nomination is tantamount to suicide.

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  21. these fools in the so called Coordination Framework have got to be the dumbest iranians on the planet, how stupid can you be nominating Maliki, like NO one REMEMBERS what he and obama did to the world, Maliki should be hung and obama too, i just pray the true Iraqis get hold of him and do justice once this new government is in place and Savaya brings a case of corruption against Nauseous Mslicious, he acted in pure MALICE as prime minister doing untold damage in loss of life and property, PLEASE Envoy Savaya bring a strong case of treason/corruption/stealing against Nauseous Malicious

    I’m absolutely relate President Trump has called out Malicious and made it plain he better not make it to PRIME MINISTER or anything else for that matter

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  22. Mnt Goat you are 100% on target. What we are witnessing is demonic forces struggling to keep hold on earthly things. You are also on target . . . pray pray pray.

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  23. Thank you Mtn Goat for posting up my prophetic comment, that is an honor indeed.

    We pray as His Will unfolds, may we be still and faithful, open our hearts and minds to His True Will, and reject the blasphemy of Islam, in support of The Lord’s ongoing War on evil. Further, my Lord In Heaven, be with Your Warriors as They move into position, give them peace as they prepare to slay the giant of Islam, awaiting the decisive moment. The world will know clearly who is good and righteous, and who is not. Bless our President to be wise, calm , and resolute; extending protection to those in need , and pursuing those of tyranny.

    AMEN

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  24. Aloha! I appreciate you million times more for educating and giving knowledges. I do contribute when I am able to. Living with fixed income SSA sometimes I run into some hiccups. Please when you have some free time, check out stories on Iraq-Saddam Hussein and Venezuela Maduro Nicolas comparisons in Tyler Hansen on the FB. I do believe in fallen angels and his stories. Thank you and God will Bless your hard work

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  25. GREAT NEWS FROM IRAQI TELEVISION!!

    CBI Board of Directors (not Alaq) announced yesterday on iraqi television that they now intend to close to gap between the official exchange rate and the illegal street rate. This is absolutely evidence that CBI now is in the final stages of the monetary reform.

    Later on CBI governor Alaq had a meeting with media journalists urging them to be more truthful to the citizens regarding the monetary reform. No more lies and disinformation to the citizens was the message. The media journalists also was forced to sign an agreement.

    We can now expect very soon a big media campaign explaining the monetary reform to the citizens. CBI will also explain to the citizens the new exchange rate and explain the new small category notes to the citizens.

    Unfortunately CBI governor and Maliki are brothers in arms. But Alaq himself cannot stop the monetary reform. It is the CBI Board of directors who decide when to pull the trigger.

    Former PM Maliki cannot succeed to become prime minister again. Should he succeed (not very likely) Iraq can say goodbye to the monetary reform for many years to come.

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  26. ERBIL (Kurdistan24) —
     A senior-level delegation from Iraq’s Shiite-led Coordination Framework is scheduled to visit Erbil on Sunday as part of accelerated political efforts to complete Iraq’s constitutional entitlements, particularly the unresolved posts of president and prime minister. An official from the State of Law Coalition revealed that the visit aims to establish a “final roadmap” for resolving both positions.

    The delegation is expected to include Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, Deputy Speaker of Parliament Mohsen al-Mandalawi, and Badr Organization leader Hadi al-Ameri, who will meet with senior leaders of the Kurdistan Region.

    Abdulrahman al-Jazairi, a member of the State of Law Coalition, told Kurdistan24 that the Erbil visit represents a decisive step intended to address two sensitive files: agreeing on the future Iraqi president and finalizing arrangements for the next prime minister.

    According to Jazairi, the talks will focus on reaching political understandings that can unblock the current impasse.

    Sources indicated that the Coordination Framework delegation plans to hold discussions with both major Kurdish parties—the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP) and the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan (PUK)—specifically regarding the presidency, which under Iraq’s post-2003 political convention is allocated to the Kurds.

    According to Kurdistan24 correspondent in Baghdad, the Coordination Framework is seeking firm assurances from Kurdish forces to support its preferred candidate for prime minister, in exchange for facilitating consensus on a Kurdish nominee for the presidency. Such a trade-off, he argues, could prove decisive in breaking the deadlock that has delayed the completion of Iraq’s governing institutions.

    The visit coincides with a crucial session of the Iraqi parliament scheduled for 11:00 a.m. on Sunday to elect a new president. According to the parliamentary media office, the session is considered a key milestone toward fulfilling constitutional deadlines and paving the way for the formation of a new government cabinet.

    The parliamentary vote had originally been set for last Tuesday but was postponed at the request of the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan. The delay underscored ongoing Kurdish divisions over the presidency, despite the position traditionally being reserved for a Kurdish nominee.

    Initially, 81 candidates submitted applications for the presidency. However, the Iraqi parliament announced a final shortlist of 19 candidates on Jan. 23. One candidate, Nawzad Hadi—one of the two nominees put forward by the KDP—later withdrew, leaving 18 contenders in the race.

    The remaining candidates include Latif Mohammed Jamal Rashid, Fuad Mohammed Hussein Baki, Abdullah Mohammed Ali Alawi, and several others representing a broad spectrum of political and independent figures.

    Sunday’s developments in Erbil and Baghdad are widely seen as pivotal, with political forces racing against constitutional timelines to resolve the presidency and unlock the final steps toward forming Iraq’s next government

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  27. I find it to be a shame that the Iraqi citizens continue to be blocked from their purchasing power/prosperity.. Every year a new obstacle arises to drag this process out. The powers at be dont want the citizens nor investors to realize this gain as it would go against the “you will own nothing and be happy” agenda… It sure makes you wonder

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  28. @zoomnewskrd

    #EXCLUSIVE: Zoom News has learned that the KDP and PUK have reached an initial agreement to endorse KDP candidate and current Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein as their joint candidate for the Iraqi presidency. The breakthrough follows a high-level meeting in Erbil today between KDP President Masoud Barzani and PUK President Bafel Talabani, mediated by Kurdistan Region President Nechirvan Barzani.

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    • Zoom News@zoomnewskrdZoom Media Corporation is a news outlet in Iraq, owned by Al-Ma’adel Al-Dhahabi company. It has offices in capital Baghdad and Sulaimani.

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  29. As usual, but gleefully early today!, a super newsletter again! Thank you for the wonderful news , encouragement with truth is quite refreshing !

    It is obvious Iran is stalling the talks, I guess to relocate nuclear facilities and influence Iraqi election, it is difficult to read a twisted mind but we know all intentions of IRGC ARE EVIL. I’m sure the Mossad is responsible for the recent mysterious “gas explosions” and the IRGC ship is sinking,THE PEOPLE ARE IN REVOLT, not just economic protest as lamestream media keeps saying, Thousands gunned down in the street and families claiming loved ones bodies, have TO PAY FOR THE BULLETS ! May God have Mercy .
    Some rats are jumping over to the side of peace and prosperity, others are not so smart and will hold out to the bitter end. I just imagine the cia is ready to shut Maliki up, such a total disaster he is, his / their atrocities will be acknowledged publicly and after the imminent regime replacement, Reza Pahlavi will lead the new efforts toward democratic organization and leadership of a new real IRANIAN PEOPLES REPUBLIC or such name we will soon see, I pray, and simultaneously the criminals of Iraq will be brought to justice one way or the other , Sudani will lead to a new and improved Iraq. I certainly agree all these events are and will be interconnected. Once established, the new GOI will be acknowledged internationally and declared stable and secure, continuing to participate in international peace keeping and trade, furthering infrastructure development , breaking free of Iranian gas for electricity, all the components of the WHEEL OF FREEDOM will fall in place and to our astonishment and shock, what we have waited for, for decades, will unfold with the new denominations, and forex. BAM! The train will SLAM INTO THE STATION.

    Our, USA assault attack groups, and I count 4 so far,plus MORE even soldiers for boots on the ground! are not floating around the Mediterranean Sea and Indian Oceans for nothing, Trump will have Iran submit one way or another and I guarantee his patience is wearing thin, I suspect tomorrow , Friday the 6th of Feb 2026, will be the final opportunity for IRGC to comply or suffer defeat by force. The die has been cast, we know IRGC will NOT give up both ballistic missiles and nuclear program, no way ! ,as they will see that as total failure and surrender, therefore the logical deduction is that by next Monday, Feb 9, we will see IRGC FACILITIES IN TOTAL OBLITERATION. That’s the way I see it. God’s plan is falling in place as only He could orchestrate, and our David is at the helm of the fleet of His Wrath for the Great Blasphemers.

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  30. oh no breaking news just now being posted- thursday Feb 5- 22 noon central time

    IRGC HAS SEIZED TWO TANKER IN THE STRAITS OF HORMUZ- FAFO!!

    they are about to find out , seems like any fool would already know

    i’m thinking this will just accelerate Trumps decision, likely maintain the so called peace talks tomorrow, but it will produce NO REAL RESULTS. My little prediction remains unchanged and this action by IRGC only CEMENTS the only interpretation of IRGC intentions, which IS NOT FOR PEACE, PROSPERITY, and human rights oh hell no, IRGC must be given their desire, TERROR WILL RAIN DOWN ON THEM as the rain that God has deprived them of, they will receive the FIRE AND BRIMSTONE THEY DESERVE, that’s the way i see it.

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  31. I hope its sudani, it only makes sense…I hope we do indeed see the ri/rv take place in the spring however Ramadan and Ed al fatar/ the rest of the Iraqi holiday “season” is fast approaching that being said if sudani gets second term im not look for change until late April/may… Its crazy how the same windows keep rolling around year after year. I be so happy to see the new rate… thank for all you do mnt goat💕💕💕

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  32. Ali Al-Allaq, Governor of the Central Bank of Iraq, said the United States continues to support Iraq’s banking reform efforts and financial stability, following a meeting with the U.S. Embassy’s Chargé d’Affaires in Baghdad.Strengthening Strategic Partnership

    Al-Allaq met with Joshua Harris, Chargé d’Affaires of the U.S. Embassy in Iraq, to discuss enhancing the strategic partnership between Baghdad and Washington, particularly in the financial and banking sectors.
    According to a statement, the discussions focused on ongoing coordination between Iraq and U.S. financial institutions to support reform measures aimed at stabilizing the country’s monetary system.
    Harris reaffirmed Washington’s commitment to strengthening bilateral relations and supporting Iraq in avoiding developments that could contribute to economic or political instability.U.S. Praise for Banking Reforms

    The United States praised what it described as key progress in Iraq’s banking reform program. The reforms are being implemented in coordination with the U.S. Treasury and the Federal Reserve, with particular emphasis on improving transparency and compliance in financial transactions.

    The Chargé d’Affaires expressed readiness to continue supporting the Central Bank’s efforts to enhance financial and currency stability.Stabilizing Dollar Transfers

    For his part, Al-Allaq said continued cooperation with the U.S. Treasury and the Federal Reserve has led to tangible progress, particularly in stabilizing foreign remittance operations and regulating U.S. dollar sales in accordance with international standards.
    The Central Bank has faced pressure in recent years to tighten oversight of dollar transactions and curb illicit financial flows.

    Channel 8 February 6 2026

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    In my opinion nothing will happen in Parliament until Maliki has done an official announcement that he will withdraw from his nomination as Prime Minister. Therefore I do not think we are out of the woods yet.

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  33. Somehow, I am imagining a chat from President Trump to Malaki, saying that, America didn’t spend billions and billions of dollars freeing Iraq, just so some clown like you to come along and mess it all up again.

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  34. BREAKING NEWS FROM IRAQ!!!!! February 7 7.50 PM EST 2026

    Translated from Arabic

    A leading source in the Hikma Trend: The coordination framework will unanimously select Hamid Al-Shatry for the position of Prime Minister upon Al-Maliki’s withdrawal.

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  35. ok i stand corrected, no intervention in Iran reported yet however GAS LEAKS AND ELECTRICAL SHORTS causing fire and explosions are reported across Iran, surely IDF/Mossad has nothing to do with the explosions?

    I would have thought the RED LINE OF KILLING THOUSANDS, would be pretty bright red by now, but I still feel intervention is coming, Trump just has to play out the options and get all actors in position, we wouldn’t want any rash mistakes and reckless deaths. God Bless and Protect our people in harms way, it seems inevitable to me that AYATOILET AND HIS IRGC AND PMF MERCENARIES need a huge attitude adjustment , wouldn’t hurt us one bit! I pray for the freedom of Iran and Iraq. I Trust the judgement of President Trump

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  36. thank you mg. We are still a while away from Champagne in the frig. I imagine the US companies that are now getting dinar rather than dollars would be really pissed unless there is a side deal that benefits them like a hard RV date an value. You can’t just go break international contracts because you want to. That screams instability not stability. There are a lot of countries that want nothing to do with dinar they want dollars. ?? The last few letters have had no real CBI contact info to speak of… We are in a long slow process to the rv with no concrete timeline in sight.

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  37. The Election in 2021 – 2022 took 11 months. I hope that this election cycle won’t go down that same path. But it very well could.

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  38. The following is the full transcript of the interview with Ali al-Alaq:

    Rudaw: Is there any current intention to change the dollar exchange rate against the dinar or not?Ali al-Alaq: We hear a lot of what is being said and expected, and there is great confusion occurring, especially during periods that witness some kind of turbulence in the market or general disturbances about the topic of changing the exchange rate. We have confirmed and reconfirmed that the Central Bank is not studying the topic of changing the exchange rate, and it is the exclusive jurisdiction of the Central Bank, as you know. Scientifically, economically, and monetarily, the exchange rate is supposed to change in Iraq’s case if the Central Bank diagnoses a problem in responding to demand for foreign currency, such as being due to a shortage in foreign reserves or certain requirements related to monetary policy, and this is not the case at the present time. Meaning the Central Bank has no problem with its reserves, which enjoy a very comfortable level.Therefore, any talk circulating about the topic of changing the exchange rate – some link changing the exchange rate to the budget deficit, and this is an incorrect link, because the financial deficit has financial solutions related to financial policy, and the topic of changing the exchange rate is linked to the Central Bank’s calculations and monetary policy. So whenever the Central Bank finds that it has difficulty maintaining the exchange rate or responding to demand for foreign currency, then the decision must come from the Central Bank and from its own circumstances and challenges, and not be linked to the budget deficit.

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    Part of the interview done by Rudaw on Tuesday February 10 2026

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  39. Good day Mnt Goat, Shot in the dark, has your cbi contact voiced how quickly things may move after GOI is in place?? Thanks for all you do, Lots would be lost without you!!

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