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April 21, 2026 Mnt Goat News Brief

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The RV saga continues with the election cycle. As we all should know the president is now elected into office and so the constitutional proverbial clock is ticking. They now have 15 days from April 11th to name the nominee for prime minister. Nouri al-Maliki is no longer the official nomination. This could happen as early as this week.

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2 Corinthians 9:8

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STATUS OF THE RV

I am warning everyone that today’s Newsletter is going to be a VERY long one again. I know, I know they are long and so why can’t I just cut them down and summarize them. Well, if you have been paying attention that is exactly what I have been trying to do. By the way…. have you supported my Newsletter? Remember this is like a second job for me I must do late at night after work is completed at the gasthaus. If you already have helped THANK YOU! If not, please try to help out.

However, the news from Iraq is just pouring out and so I want you to see the progression of how these events occur and evolve. They just don’t happen. They are driven intentionally. If I was to use a phase to summarize the deadlock of the elections in Iraq, I would have to say ‘Iranian corruption’. Oh… but you already knew that didn’t you?

So, again I will take you through a brief summary of what happened this reporting period of the Newsletter for the election saga and then some other matters of Iraq.

On April 11th the new president was installed which then began the constitutional requirement of 15 days to name the nominee for prime minister. As we all should know this has been the challenge as the Coordination Framework wants to put in a puppet prime minister who will obey Iranian orders inside Iraq. In the last election they thought al-Sudani would be their puppet however, he went way beyond what they wanted him to accomplish and so if he continues for a second term, they are afraid he will continue the reforms and this would restrict the Iranian ability to manipulate the economy and flows of dollars to Iran. One of the critical reforms is of course the currency reform.

Also al-Sudani just recently promised the US he would also take care of the PMF Iranian militias inside Iraq along with the known terrorist groups that have infiltrated the PMF. Al-Sudani said he had yet to come up with a plan, but he knows the consensus in Iraq among many politicians and the citizens is to disarm them and remove them. This of course did not sit right with the Iranian backed politicians manipulating the elections; thus they refuse to give al-Sudani a second term. They feel he betrayed them.

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😊Let’s continue with information from al-Sudani on why he is being shunned from the elections even though he won more votes than any other candidate. The article is titled “LAST NOVEMBER, MILLIONS OF IRAQIS WENT TO THE POLLS IN A FREE ELECTION, AND MY COALITION MANAGED TO ACHIEVE THE HIGHEST NUMBER OF VOTES AMONG ALL THE LISTS” and is written by Al-Sudani himself. I highly recommend everyone take the time to read it. It says “this achievement was not just an electoral victory, but a clear popular mandate for a difficult but necessary path: maintaining Iraq’s stability in a highly dangerous regional phase, in parallel with building stronger institutional foundations, and launching a long-term economic recovery process.”

However, the popular vote alone in Iraq do not define the government as there are so many parties to vote for and thus they take votes away from any one party in getting an overwhelming majority. Parties then play favoritism and combine votes to form the largest block, which they believe is the Iraq constitution framework for the process to occur. However, the Supreme judicial Council has recently ruled against this process in favor of using the popular votes for any one party who has the most votes. This ruling so far has been ignored by the Coordination Framework; however, I firmly believe we have not yet seen the last of this ruling. Elections are going to change drastically in the future in Iraq after this five (5) month saga. This simply can’t continue each election year.

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In today’s article titled “LATEST DEVELOPMENTS IN THE “SECOND TERM” THE SUDANESE “EXPELLED” THE AMERICANS 5 TIMES … BAHAA AL-ARAJI: NO VETO AND THEY WANT DISARMAMENT 2026-04-16″ we learn yet more of the unfair resentment towards al-Sudani and the lies being told about his actions as prime minister.  

Bahaa al-Araji, head of the Reconstruction and Development bloc (al-Sudani’s block), denied the existence of an American veto on the nomination of Mohammed al-Sudani for a second term, despite the existence of “some resentment,” especially when he refused to receive the American chargé d’affaires five times during the war and bombing. Al-Araji revealed the existence of four American conditions that were communicated to the Shiites, the most prominent of which is the disarmament of the factions, as he put it in an interview with journalist Samer and included strong criticism of Nouri al-the 964 network, Jawad, which was followed by Maliki’s bloc, which is creating “a new lie.”

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Then in the article titled “QANI: CHOOSING THE PRIME MINISTER IS A PURELY IRAQI DECISION” I could not agree more with Qani’s statement in the heading of the article. So why does Iran then interfere? We find a VERY hypocrite viewpoint again by Iranian backed elements about American intervention in the Iraqi elections.

I quote from the article: “The commander of the Quds Force in the Iranian Revolutionary Guard, Ismail Qaani, affirmed that “the selection of the prime minister is a purely Iraqi decision.” Qaani stated in a press release: “The Iraqi nation follows the leader of the martyrs, Imam Hussein (peace be upon him), in resistance and steadfastness, and Abu al-Fadl al-Abbas in loyalty.” Oh really? How amazing to say such garbage…. I find these kinds of statements hypocritical since Iran also in proven to be meddling in the Iraqi elections, in fact that is the cause of the holdup. Of course, commander Qaani wants the US out of Iraqi politiics so they can cement their proxy state with Iraq and continue stealing dollars. The pressure is even stronger now since the invasion of Iran began. By the way Smail Qaani is the new Quds forces leader after the Iranian general Quasim Soleimani was assassinated by the US years ago. Why do you think the US assasinated him?

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So, the meeting to determine the new prime minister was first supposed to happen last Saturday, then postponed until Sunday and then Monday. Now they are saying Wednesday. Then today this article pops out titled “COORDINATION FRAMEWORK NOMINATES BASSEM AL-BADRI FOR IRAQ PRIME MINISTER”. I find this article contradicting itself and so it is unreliable information. I think it meant to say they were considering al-Badri for prime minister again, but we already knew this. I quote from the article; “Iraq’s Shi’ite political alliance, the Coordination Framework, has nominated Bassem al-Badri as its nominee for the post of prime minister, a source from the bloc confirmed to Kurdistan24 on Monday.“ But then later in the article they go on to say that they will meet on Wednesday to select the prime minister. So, which is it? Did you or did you not already nominate al-Badri on Monday?

Again, I quote from the same article: “Later, Abbas al-Amiri, Secretary-General of the Coordination Framework, announced that the coalition has postponed the official declaration of its candidate for Iraq’s prime minister until Wednesday. Speaking to Kurdistan24, al-Amiri said the delay comes as internal discussions continue among the alliance’s leadership.”

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Soon after the announcement of Badri this article pops out titled “SOURCES: MALIKI RE-NOMINATES HIMSELF AFTER US VETO OF BADRI AND ATTEMPTS TO OBSTRUCT SUDANI’S APPOINTMENT”. Well-informed political sources reported that Nouri al-Maliki, head of the State of Law Coalition, received clear indications of American rejection of passing his candidate, the current head of the Accountability and Justice Commission, Bassem al-Badri, which made the chances of passing him “completely nonexistent,” according to the sources.

The sources added that this fact prompted Maliki to re-nominate himself for the premiership, in a move described as an attempt at political blackmail and buying time, rather than a serious candidacy to compete.

Doesn’t this election saga make your head spin?

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Next we need to take a look at the news in article titled “UNITED STATES: IRAQI GOVERNMENT-LINKED ENTITIES SUPPORT MILITIAS THAT THREATEN AMERICANS” I quote from the article: “It also accused parties linked to the Iraqi government of providing political, financial and operational cover to “Iranian-linked militias.” – “The embassy added that what it described as “Iraqi terrorist militias allied with Iran” continue to plan additional attacks against American citizens and US-related targets throughout Iraq, including the Kurdistan Region.”

Do you really believe for one second the US is going to signoff and allow the reinstatement of the Iraqi dinar under these conditions of the Iranians infiltrating into Iraq and causing havoc. How can president Trump convince big money backers to enter Iraq and do business? Trump will have to find a way to take care of these militias inside Iraq and prevent any reoccurrences of attacks and a resurgence of these militia. Perhaps the change in the Iranian regime is the answer for more than one reason. Remember also that it was intentional negligence by al-Maliki that led to ISIS coming into Iraq in the first place, thus the infiltration of the Quds forces followed and never left.

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In the next article titled “WASHINGTON HAS HALTED DOLLAR SHIPMENTS TO IRAQ UNTIL A NEW IRAQI GOVERNMENT IS FORMED” we learn one of the measures the US is using to threaten Iraq to disarm the Iranian backed militia is to cut off shipments of dollars to Iraq. Now this term used ‘halted dollar shipments’ means something special as I will show you in a later article there are actually 3 tracks where the US can cut off the dollar. These current U.S. sanctions appear to be about the sanctioning of the actual airborne flights of paper dollars into Iraq.

“Saudi Arabia’s Al-Hadath TV quoted American sources as saying that Washington has decided to halt dollar shipments to Iraq until a new Iraqi government is formed.Iraq periodically receives shipments of its oil sales proceeds in dollars from the US Federal Reserve, to which these funds are transferred every two months, as part of an Iraqi-American agreement to protect Iraqi funds from claims by international creditors.”

Washington is pressing hard to prevent the formation of an Iraqi government loyal to Iran, and US President Donald Trump has officially announced his opposition to the nomination of former Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki.

Go figure –> “Iranian Quds Force commander Esmail Qaani publicly visited Iraq just two days before a planned meeting tonight of the coordination framework to nominate the name of the new prime minister.” Please don’t tell me Iran is not interfering in Iraqi elections!

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Next I present an article that popped out almost immediately after the prior article. It is titled “AN ECONOMIST REVEALS THE MECHANISM FOR DISTRIBUTING IRAQI OIL DOLLARS AT THE US FEDERAL RESERVE.” This article explains the mechanism to distributing the DFI dollars in NYC banks back to Iraq from the sale of the oil.

I quote from the article: “Economic expert Ziad Al-Hashemi revealed on Monday the distribution map of Iraqi oil dollars deposited with the US Federal Reserve, confirming that the hard currency is distributed among 3 main channels: “Iraq 1”, “Iraq 2”, and airborne shipments”. My point is how much will these current U.S. sanctions of the actual airborne flights of paper dollars into Iraq hurt Iraq. Will it actually help Iraq more than hurt it in curbing the parallel market since the paper dollars will dry up. Maybe this is something that should have been done a long time ago? It will bring up the rate of the dinar.

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In the next article will the lack of dollars on exacerbate the liquidity problem already facing Iraq? In the article titled “A LIQUIDITY CRISIS IS PUTTING PRESSURE ON IRAQ’S FINANCES; A GOVERNMENT ADVISOR PROPOSES TWO OPTIONS” we take a look at this issue of liquidity. Remember to that nearly 80% of the monetary mass for Iraq is outside the banking system. It is in stashes in Iraq home and businesses. Also don’t forget the dinars outside Iraq in our pockets. They will have to do something soon to retrieve these dinars back into the banks.

The financial advisor to the Iraqi government, Mazhar Muhammad Saleh, confirmed on Monday that the country’s public finances are facing a liquidity crisis as a result of declining oil revenues due to the repercussions of the Strait of Hormuz crisis, revealing two main options to address the revenue gap and ensure the continuation of government spending. (By the way this is also hurting the CBI reserves since they will have to take money to meet the shortfall.) Saleh told Shafaq News Agency that public revenues may not exceed 4 trillion dinars per month, compared to operating expenses estimated at about 8 trillion dinars, including salaries, pensions and social welfare. so, yes these sanctions on the dollars could greatly impact Iraq. If it continues long-term it will draw down the CBI reserves like it did during Covid. So, for Iraq it is crucial that this war with Iran end and end soon. Iraq will need high reserves (per IMF criteria) in order to reinstate the dinar.

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Then Opps out pops this next article explaining alternatives to the petro-dollar in the article titled “ABU DHABI HINTS AT USING THE YUAN IF THE DOLLAR BECOMES SCARCE DUE TO THE REGIONAL CRISIS.” I quote from the article – “The Wall Street Journal reported that the United Arab Emirates has begun talks with the United States about obtaining a financial safety net in case a war with Iran leads to a deeper liquidity crisis in the oil-rich Gulf state, according to US officials.”

The newspaper quoted officials as saying that “Khaled Mohammed Balama, the governor of the UAE Central Bank, raised the idea of ​​establishing a currency swap line with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bisent and officials from the Treasury Department and the Federal Reserve during meetings held in Washington last week.” Hey I have to tell everyone that currency swaps are very common practice in trading as they happen all the time. Is this a way that Iraq will be trying to bypass the stronghold the US has on it via the dollar sanctions, we just talked about. Go figure!

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Then this article really hits it home on the same subject matter of sanctions on the dollar. It is titled “THE NEED TO RESTORE IRAQ’S POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC INDEPENDENCE BY SETTLING OIL REVENUES IN CURRENCIES OTHER THAN THE DOLLAR“. Come’on folks we are not stupid. The selling of oil for petro-dollars was intentional and now that Chapter VII sanctions are over Iraq should revert back to their independence off the dollar fully. This would make a great next step. But as we can see is Iraq really ready for this move as the US may still need the dollar shipments as leverage to get Iraq inline.

“Since 2004, due to US sanctions, Iraq has been unable to independently benefit from its oil revenues. With the start of the war between Iran and the United States, the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, and the imposition of restrictions on oil exports, Iraq can regain its political and economic independence by breaking out of the petrodollar cycle and selling its oil in currencies other than the dollar, for example, settling it in yuan.” For Iraqi’s international sovereignty, surely this would help if Iraq sold oil in dinars (petro-dinar). It would create a huge global demand for the IQD. They would be forced to reinstate the dinar. Remember we already read a proposal in the recent past for this new petro-dinar. So, this is not just a fantasy.

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So, in terms of using the dinar to strengthen it’s value, we see in the article titled “INVESTMENT AUTHORITY: THE DINAR WILL BE THE SOLE CURRENCY FOR THE SALE OF RESIDENTIAL UNITS’ yet another idea to help booster the value of the dinar. It may seem a small thing but it is huge in that these housing units and condos are going up all over Iraq. They must keep trying to create a demand for the dinar and get off the dollar. Yes, it is an uphill battle after 20 years of the dollar.

I quote from the article – “The National Investment Commission affirmed the commitment of investment authorities in all governorates to implementing the applicable regulations and controls regarding the sale and lease of residential units within investment projects. These regulations stipulate the exclusive use of the Iraqi dinar in all sales and installment transactions, emphasizing the prohibition of dealing in any foreign currency.” Folks isn’t this what we do in our own countries. We use the currency of the country we live in to buy inside the country. This is a really good sign for Iraq and we need to see more and more of this. Remember a similar law was already established for buying automobiles. Do you remember it?

SUMMARY:

My takeaway from the news this period is that Nouri al-Maliki must be taken out of politics in Iraq. We can clearly see from all the confusion and instability he has caused trying to be subservient to Iran in getting his puppet in place as prime minister. From today’s news I still believe that al-Sudani will be voted in by parliament as the new prime minister and will get to form the new government (his cabinet).

The question still arises if al-Sudani will now even show any mercy to al-Maliki in granting a position in his cabinet to him after all the slander and hatred he has shown towards obstructing his nomination. We will see how this all plays out and if al-Sudani does in fact get the nomination. Really now…. I see no other option for the Coordination Framework as they are now boxed in a corner. People ask me what is taking this RV so long and now we are witnessing first hand yet another Iraqi saga that has taken them already over 5 months just to settle an election and form a new government. I can still remember the very bad taste of the eight years of Nouri al-Maliki and how he created such a division rather than unity for Iraq. We certainly do not want to waste yet another 8 years.

Meanwhile the clock is ticking, and Iraq moves farther and farther away from the discharge of all Chapter VII sanctions brought on by the 2003 invasion. We can clearly see in the news that Iraq wants to end the dollar dominance over their finances and use the dinar. This would give them great leverage on the international stage. Imagine if they were selling oil using petro-dinars. WOW! WOW! WOW! I ask myself why not? If the US can force them to use dollars then why can’t Iraq force the rest of the world to use dinars and sell oil only in IQD causing a huge demand for their dinar. Many countries conduct business this way and this is not so much a new idea only Iraq needs to execute on it.

I also want to remind everyone that televisions in Iraq are watching a series of videos on removing the zeros from the currency once again. These are current videos from forums talking to banking institutions. The citizens are more than aware now of what is about to happen, but we still h This is the Iranian issue that still lingers. I am hoping that the war with Iran will take care of this for us and Iraqis will come to their senses about Iran and they can envision a world without terrorism.

I will end this Newsletter today by saying that as normal the hype is resurrected whenever any talk of deleting the zeros occurs from Iraq. I just wanted to remind all my blog followers that we go to the bank when the dinar is reinstated. If you follow the plan from 2011 on how to get there, it means also to delete the zeros and issue the lower denominations first. At this time there does not have to be rate change at all. A 25,000 note today about $18 USD can have the exact same value as the 25 lower denomination. If you do the math that’s about 72 cents a dinar. Do you think citizens will want to bring in their stashes of notes at 72 cents? What is the incentive?

So, this game of deleting the zeros has to work out as one of two options:

1. Impose a strick deadline to turn in all the three zeros notes @ the even exchange. For instance a 25,000 note for a 25 note. Either swap them out now or they are worthless later past the deadline inside Iraq. Folks I just don’t believe the CBI would ever do this.

2, Okay so use the 72 cents per dinar on the swap out then it is still a huge revaluation from the 1/6 of a penny as of today. Honestly, I still can’t put my arms around all this intel guru talk about over $1.00. They are so stuck on a revaluation. Why? The 72 cents is a nice incentive, and it also matches along with what the CBI has told us. The CBI said there is not going to be any revaluation on the process to remove the zeros.

If they CBI executes on either option 1 or 2, really now who the hell cares! What we care about is that they do something and issue the lower denomination notes. Why? Because the plan of 2011 tells us that the reinstatement is to follow and we already know the rate of exchange for our dinars will be about $4.80 per dinar outside the country of Iraq.

I just want to end with saying that if this Iranian stuff does not get fixed in Iraq, then Iraq too will fall into this spere of non-investable and must climb out of it. This is what happens when Iran touches anything. I will warn you that they are almost there now without some drastic changes, such as with this election cycle. It was not so much the 2003 war that devasted the economy but instead the Iranians who came into Iraq afterwards filling the gap when the US pulled out, and even after 20 years later, Iranian influence  has made it still skeptical for the larger investors. The country still is not rebuilt. This is all why we have not yet seen the reinstatement.

Click on picture to watch a recent video in Iraq of removing the zeros.

What do you think will happen next? (Leave a comment)

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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 Globalist Are Turning On One Another”

Go to the 17:45 mark for the prophecy. From April 11^th.   

“Nations Will Shake Like Never Before ”

Go to the 14:39 mark for the prophecy. April 12th.

“The Two Tiered Justice System Will Collapse ”

Go to the 13:25 mark for the prophecy. Heard on April 18^th. 

Prophetic Words from the prophets:  Hank Kunneman

“GOD IS OVERRIDING TERM LIMITS”

Let me add that my personal view of this prophecy may not mean what our first impression may be from the title. Could God give Trump a third term? Could God finally help to establish Constitutional term limits upon the Senate members? It may these are the issues God is going to fix but even if God does not go this far this is still an amazing prophecy. Let me explain.

What God may be saying is that he will decide term limits by eliminating the corrupt and the riff from Congress and the Senate right now. Yes, he will establish His own terms limits for them. There could be a number of factors that will make this happen. The first is that He already told us of the Angle of Death (Exodus 12:23) is coming again and will take many members of both houses. The second is that He told us the elections will be cleaned up, thus many will lose their seats in the upcoming election cycles.  

From April 14th.

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.  

THE TALKS BETWEEN THE U.S. AND IRAN ARE GOING NOWHERE IN A HURRY AFTER ALMOST 2 WEEKS.

IT’S TIME FOR ACTION AND NO MORE TALKING. What does Trump have up his sleeve in saying the cease fire will be extended? Why is he now playing for time?

THIS WOULD BRING THE IRANIAN REGIME TO AN END…

THE WRITING IS ON THE WALL WITH THE UNITED NATIONS (UN), CAN YOU NOW SEE IT TOO?

The prophets tell us that the UN will leave NYC or better yet will be kicked out. This issue with NATO not supporting the US in Iran is the beginning of the end of the UN. When I first listened to this prophecy years ago I wondered how this could ever happen. But slowly I can clearly see the case why this might happen. The Trump administration is dismantling the UN bit by bit.

Remember Trump’s speech at the UN during his first term? Many in the audience smirked and laughed at him. Then during his second term (they thought he would never have) during his speech no one was laughing. They shut off his microphone and stopped the escalator. His is all symbolic on how they are trying to stop his movement. They see the defeat and exposure of this corrupt organization.

THE GREAT NORTH AMERICAN PROJECT

U.S. EXPECTED TO ACQUIRE GREENLAND ‘SOONER THAN PREDICTED’. How does Greenland fit into the plan. Is it dismantling the old-world order through trade and oil.

AUSTRALIA TOO IS HIT BY LACK OF COMMON SENSE AND RATIONALITY

The communist cult is still pushing ‘insane’ climate change agenda. This what is destroying our societies. Wake up to the FACTS!

LEBANESE WOMAN EXPOSES ISLAM

Most people don’t know real history and that’s part of the problem. For instance, was picking the date of 9/11 for the NYC terrorist attack coincidental? Was the US government involved some way in the 9/11 attack? Was the 1979 movement in Iran under the radical Islamic Jahad coincidental? Who was really behind this power transfer?

How is this all related to the current war with Iran? Will any peace treaty with Israel and the US ever work in the long run?

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.

BLACKROCK — THE COMPANY THAT OWNS AMERICA

The prophets have told us that BlackRock, Vanguard and Statestreet will all fall.

“WHAT THE DEMOCRATS DID BEHIND CLOSED DOORS WILL SHOCK YOU”

Listen carefully… We must make up our minds what side we are on!

‘WHO’S COOKING THE BOOKS?

My question is how much corruption do they have to expose on Ihan before they finally expel her from congress?

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.

SUDANI: IRAQ IS NO LONGER A BATTLEGROUND… A NEW PARTNERSHIP WITH WASHINGTON AND BILLIONS OF DOLLARS IN INVESTMENT.

Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani published an article in the American magazine Newsweek on April 17, in which he reviewed the most prominent features of the political and economic stage in Iraq, and the government’s vision to enhance internal stability and redefine international relations, especially with the United States.

Al-Sudani stressed that the election result represented a popular mandate for a difficult but necessary path to maintain Iraq’s stability in light of a very dangerous regional phase, and to build stronger institutional foundations and long-term economic renewal.

He noted that over the past two and a half years, and during three waves of regional escalation, his government had managed to keep Iraq out of the war, protect international personnel on its territory, and maintain the cohesion of the state.

He explained that the government brought companies such as ExxonMobil, Chevron, BP and GE Vernova back to Iraq through new commitments in the energy sector worth billions of dollars, in addition to attracting more than $100 billion in investments.

He explained that the current moment is the most appropriate to redefine Iraq’s relationship with the United States, noting that Iraq has always been viewed in Washington through the lens of crises, war and terrorism, while today it is a country that has proven its ability to withstand enormous pressure.

Al-Sudani spoke about the challenges his government has faced since the outbreak of the war in Gaza in October 2023, stressing that the goal was to prevent Iraq from being dragged into a conflict that was not of its choice, despite increasing pressure and escalation from multiple parties.

He added that the government has acted through direct engagement, issuing security directives and continuous political management to prevent Iraqi territory from becoming an open arena for regional war, while maintaining a firm objective of containing escalation and protecting stability.

He stressed that this position represents an exercise of sovereignty, noting that Iraq is more aware than others of the cost of becoming an arena for settling scores between others.

On the security front, he pointed out that the Popular Mobilization Forces were formed in response to the threat of ISIS, and that the government strengthened oversight and directed resources through official institutions, while refusing to turn exceptional arrangements into permanent alternatives to the state.

On the economic front, he affirmed that Iraq has rebuilt its economic position, with the return of major companies to develop oil fields and energy projects, in addition to the implementation of strategic projects such as the Total Energies and Qatar Energy project in Basra.

He stressed that Iraq has become more competitive and more attractive for investment, thanks to improved contractual terms, restored confidence, and the creation of a favorable environment for long-term investment.

He explained that Iraq possesses the fifth largest oil reserves in the world and is located in an important strategic location, which calls for dealing with it as a strategic opportunity in American policy.

He also stressed that Iraq’s partnerships will remain diverse, with continued cooperation with China alongside the United States, Europe, Turkey and the Gulf States, noting that Iraq’s geographical location and balanced relationships represent a strategic strength.

He touched on the development road project, which will make Iraq an important trade corridor and a bridge for trade, energy and diplomacy, instead of being an arena for conflict.

Al-Sudani called on the United States to adopt a more mature strategic framework towards Iraq, especially in the economic field, while protecting and encouraging American investments. He also stressed the importance of developing the security sector, enhancing intelligence cooperation, and combating terrorism, in order to support the state’s long-term capabilities.

He concluded by emphasizing that Iraq is working to strengthen its institutions, diversify its economy, and resolve the relationship between the state and armed groups in favor of the state, noting that what Iraq is proposing is based on partnership, interests, and mutual respect, and that the opportunity is available to build a more stable and interconnected future in the region.

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LAST NOVEMBER, MILLIONS OF IRAQIS WENT TO THE POLLS IN A FREE ELECTION, AND MY COALITION MANAGED TO ACHIEVE THE HIGHEST NUMBER OF VOTES AMONG ALL THE LISTS. 

By: Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani

This achievement was not just an electoral victory, but a clear popular mandate for a difficult but necessary path: maintaining Iraq’s stability in a highly dangerous regional phase, in parallel with building stronger institutional foundations, and launching a long-term economic recovery process.

However, elections alone do not define governments; actions are the true measure. Over the past two and a half years, and through three waves of regional escalation, my government has succeeded in keeping Iraq out of the throes of war, protecting international personnel on its soil, and maintaining the cohesion of the state in circumstances that have severely tested all its institutions.

 At the same time, we were able to bring major companies like ExxonMobil, Chevron, BP, and GE Vernova back to Iraq, through billions of dollars in investment commitments in the energy sector, as well as attracting investments exceeding $100 billion. This record forms the basis of what I am presenting today.

Hence, the present moment is an opportune time to redefine the relationship between Iraq and the United States. Iraq has always been viewed in Washington through the lens of crises: wars, terrorism, violence by armed groups, and regional conflicts. It is true that these events are part of our modern history, and some of them still cast a shadow on our present, but they no longer represent the whole picture. 

Iraq today is not just a country that is managed when crises intensify, but a country that has proven its ability to withstand enormous pressure, and has come to possess strategic, economic and political value that deserves deeper recognition by the United States.

Since October 2023, with the outbreak of war in Gaza and the subsequent wave of regional escalation, my government has faced a pivotal challenge: preventing Iraq from sliding into a conflict it did not choose. 

This required not just restraint, but complex crisis management; the country witnessed attacks by armed groups on American military sites launched from Iraqi territory, an exchange of fire between regional powers, along with widespread public anger and multiple pressures towards escalation. 

Under such circumstances, it would have been easy to slide into disintegration, collapse, and a proxy war. But that did not happen.

My government acted through direct engagement, security directives, and sustained political management to prevent Iraq from becoming an open arena for regional warfare. When the confrontation between Israel and Iran escalated in June 2015, Iraq affirmed that its territory and airspace would not be used to launch attacks against neighboring countries. 

With the renewed escalation during Operation “Rage” in early 2026, the pressures intensified, as missiles targeted Gulf capitals, diplomatic missions and American interests were attacked, while armed factions called for Iraq to enter the war.  However, our goal remained constant: to contain the escalation, protect Iraq’s stability, and prevent it from being drawn into a wider regional confrontation.

This stance was not passive, nor was it a lack of danger, but rather an expression of exercising sovereignty in the face of forces that sought to drag Iraq into a wider war.

Iraq, perhaps more than any other country in the region, understands the cost of becoming an arena for conflict based on the calculations of others.

 Our mission was to protect the people, preserve state institutions, and prevent the country from sliding into a wider confrontation that would threaten our stability and the interests of our partners, foremost among them the United States.

This does not mean that the security challenges have ended. The Popular Mobilization Forces were formed in response to the threat of ISIS, and are associated in the minds of many Iraqis with real sacrifices at a critical moment. 

But no serious state can accept the continued existence of multiple centers of security decision-making. The strategic objective must be clear: a sovereign security system in which decisions regarding war, peace, and the use of force rest exclusively with the state.

My government has approached this issue realistically, not with illusions. We have strengthened oversight, channeled resources through official institutions, and refused to allow exceptional measures to become permanent substitutes for the state. While progress has not been uniform, and work continues, the path forward is clear: strengthening institutions, consolidating the rule of law, and building a cohesive national leadership structure. This approach should be of interest to every international partner genuinely committed to Iraq’s success.

On the economic front, Iraq has witnessed tangible progress. ExxonMobil has returned to develop the giant Majnoon field, Chevron signed a management agreement for the West Qurna 2 field, BP activated a major contract in Kirkuk, while GE Vernova committed to adding 24,000 megawatts of electrical capacity. 

Total Energy and Qatar Energy are also proceeding with a $27 billion integrated project in Basra that includes gas, solar power and seawater treatment.

These are not merely symbolic initiatives; they reflect a deeper transformation: Iraq has become more competitive, more attractive to investment, and more strategically important. Companies don’t return to a market of this size out of courtesy, but when they see improved stability and genuine partnership.

This is what Washington must realize. A country that possesses the world’s fifth-largest proven oil reserves, and is located in a pivotal geographical position linking future trade routes, should not be treated as a secondary issue, but as a strategic opportunity.

Iraq will maintain a diverse range of partnerships. China is an important economic partner, but Iraq’s future cannot depend on a single entity. Our interests require diversifying our relationships with the United States, Britain, Europe, Turkey, the Gulf States, and our regional neighbors. This is not a superficial balancing act, but a necessity dictated by Iraq’s location and nature.

This also applies to Iraq’s regional role. It is rare to find a country that maintains balanced relations with Washington, Tehran, Riyadh, Ankara, and the Gulf states simultaneously. This diversity is one of Iraq’s strengths, enabling it to serve as a bridge for communication, not an arena for conflict.

Hence the importance of projects like the “Development Road,” which connects the Grand Faw Port to Turkey and onward to Europe, positioning Iraq as a vital trade corridor. This project is not merely infrastructure; it is a vision for transforming Iraq into a hub for trade, energy, and diplomacy.

Therefore, the United States should approach this stage with a more mature strategic vision:

First, economically, by supporting and expanding American investments, particularly in energy and infrastructure.

Second, institutionally, by building a structured dialogue to develop the security sector beyond temporary crisis management.

Third, strategically, by developing more sustainable and professional intelligence cooperation and counterterrorism efforts.

Iraq today does not ask to be viewed through the lens of the past or fear, but rather to be seen as it is: a country that has held competitive elections, maintained a pluralistic political system, rebuilt devastated cities, and worked to avoid sliding into regional conflicts.

Challenges remain, yes. But that shouldn’t obscure what has been achieved, or what Iraq can offer.

What Iraq is offering Washington is not subservience, nor alignment at any cost, but a partnership based on mutual interests and mutual respect, with a sovereign state that has proven its resilience and seeks to build a more stable and interconnected future.

The opportunity is real.

The door is open. And the region won’t wait.

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LATEST DEVELOPMENTS IN THE “SECOND TERM” THE SUDANESE “EXPELLED” THE AMERICANS 5 TIMES … BAHAA AL-ARAJI: NO VETO AND THEY WANT DISARMAMENT 2026-04-16  

Bahaa al-Araji, head of the Reconstruction and Development bloc, denied the existence of an American veto on the nomination of Mohammed al-Sudani for a second term, despite the existence of “some resentment,” especially when he refused to receive the American chargé d’affaires five times during the war and bombing. Al-Araji revealed the existence of four American conditions that were communicated to the Shiites, the most prominent of which is the disarmament of the factions, as he put it in an interview with journalist Samer and included strong criticism of Nouri al-the 964 network, Jawad, which was followed by Maliki’s bloc, which is creating “a new lie.”

Bahaa Al-Araji:  The issue of an American “veto” on Mr. Al-Sudani is a new lie that came from poles that rejected American intervention and a previous tweet by Trump. Therefore, we really don’t know whether to laugh at the matter or cry over it. This is the fate of Iraqis to have such politicians as these.  The name of the candidate for Prime Minister will not be decided even at Saturday’s meeting, because the mechanism for deciding within the framework does not exist. So how will the matter be decided? For example, let’s say that there are four parties within the framework who oppose the appointment of Mr. Al-Sudani. The question is, how many MPs do these four have? When counting them, they do not exceed 30 MPs, while there are 136 MPs with Mr. Al-Sudani.  The opposition to assigning Mr. Al-Sudani is due to fear, fear that he will capitalize on his successes.

Therefore, when they saw that Mr. Al-Sudani passed all the tests, they said that there was an American “veto” on his nomination.

Yes, there is resentment and reservations on the part of the Americans regarding Al-Sudani, for two reasons:

1.they wanted him to cut off the salaries of the Popular Mobilization Forces, and

2.the second reason is because of the off the salaries of the Popular Mobilization Forces, and the second reason is because of the statement he issued (granting the authority to respond to attacks). 

Washington’s demands of the next prime minister are:

disarmament, good relations with the Arab world and the Gulf in particular, regulating relations with the Islamic Republic of Iran and building them on interests rather than interference, and giving priority to American companies in Iraq. 

During the days of the war that was raging in the region, Al-Sudani refused to receive the American chargé d’affaires more than five times, because Iraqi blood was being spilled. Today we say frankly that the majority or all of those who were martyred have no connection to the factions or anything else. Some cannot distinguish these matters.

Al- Sudani is the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces. Can’t he issue a statement? Or a protest? Or can’t he refuse to meet the ambassador? Why does he remain then?  Tom Barrack, for the United States of America, is in charge of the Iraqi, Syrian and Turkish situation, and there is certainly communication and contact with him. According to what I hear about the man, he is keen on the strength of Iraq, and therefore he tried more than once to talk to the Kurdish brothers to resolve the issue of the presidency of the republic. He is the one who brought Trumo’s first message to Mr. Maliki, Therefore, the contacts that

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THE PRIME MINISTER’S ADVISOR EXPLAINS THE GOVERNMENT’S OPTIONS FOR ADDRESSING THE REVENUE SHORTFALL.

 
The Prime Minister’s economic advisor, Mazhar Muhammad Salih, clarified on Friday the government’s options for adopting a mechanism to address the revenue shortfall.
Salih told the Iraqi News Agency (INA) that “the government can rely on domestic borrowing, supported by a coordinated monetary policy, given the large reserves.”

He explained that “if reserves fall below the critical threshold, external borrowing is possible to maintain the development trajectory and stabilize domestic debt, half of which is held by official institutions, with 45 percent held by the Central Bank and the other half by Rafidain, Rasheed, and TBI banks.”

He added that “addressing this debt could be achieved by swapping it for real government assets, which would lead to economic diversification and partnership with the private sector.”

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IRANIAN MEDIA: NO NEGOTIATIONS WILL TAKE PLACE AS LONG AS THE “NAVAL BLOCKADE” REMAINS IN PLACE.

Iran’s Tasnim news agency reported on Sunday that Tehran has not yet decided whether to send a negotiating team, stressing that no negotiations with the United States will take place as long as US President Donald Trump’s declaration regarding the “naval blockade” of Iran remains in effect.

The agency, which is close to the Revolutionary Guard, said that the exchange of messages between Iran and the United States continued during the past few days through the Pakistani mediator, following the end of the first round of negotiations.

She added that the exchange of messages was a continuation of the same path that took place during the first round, which, according to the agency, ended in failure due to what she described as “excessive American ambitions”.

She noted that the Pakistani mediator resumed exchanging messages after that round ended.

Earlier today, US President Donald Trump confirmed that his Vice President, JD Vance, would not be traveling to Pakistan to negotiate with Iran, citing “security reasons”.

In contrast, Pakistani officials reported tightening security measures in the capital, Islamabad, in preparation for hosting possible talks between Washington and Tehran in the coming days.

The Wall Street Journal also reported that the Trump administration expects a “breakthrough” in the ongoing negotiations with Iran in the next few days, amid American anticipation of Iranian steps in exchange for easing sanctions and military threats.

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AN ECONOMIST WARNS OF THE DECLINE OF THE IRAQI DINAR DUE TO CURRENCY PRINTING POLICIES.

Economic expert Nabil Al-Ali called on the Central Bank of Iraq on Sunday to develop an urgent plan to contain the repercussions of monetary inflation, warning of a significant decline in the Iraqi dinar’s exchange rate as a result of current monetary policies.

Al-Ali told the Information Agency that “the government is currently relying on printing money to secure salaries and expenditures under the guise of the borrowing law,” explaining that “the continuation of this mechanism will put the Central Bank in a difficult position and may force it to deplete its reserves to cover the shortfall.”

Al-Ali stressed the necessity for “the Central Bank to withdraw the printed currency from circulation as soon as it is no longer needed, and to destroy or store it instead of recycling it.”

He indicated that “this measure is the only way to maintain exchange rate stability and prevent monetary inflation that threatens the purchasing power of citizens.”

(Mnt Goat: Sounds to me they are heading towards the Project to Delete the Zeros. What do you think?)

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AL-SAADI: THE CONNECTION TO THE US FEDERAL RESERVE REFLECTS A FLAW IN FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT.

Economic expert Rashid Al-Saadi confirmed today, Sunday, that the connection with the US Federal Reserve reflects a flaw in the management of money and requires reform, not a break.

Al-Saadi told Al-Maalouma News Agency that “Iraq’s continued involvement with the US Federal Reserve reveals a clear weakness in the management of funds and financial authority,” noting that “this file has not been managed professionally throughout the past years.”

He explained that “the heavy reliance on the US Federal Reserve reflects a flaw in the management of financial policy and a weakness in the institutions concerned with this aspect, which has made Iraq restricted by external procedures that control part of its funds.”

He added that “a sudden disengagement at the present time is not possible because that could lead to serious repercussions and economic disasters, especially since Iraqi funds are protected under the American decree, in addition to the existence of numerous international lawsuits related to the stage of Iraq’s entry into Kuwait, which may be activated and lead to the freezing of funds.” 

He explained that “what raises questions is the US government’s interference in the mechanisms for protecting these funds, even though Iraq has the ability to manage its resources if the will and proper management are available.”

It should be noted that this matter requires serious follow-up and gradual correction of errors, and that improving management is the most important step at present to avoid any future crises.

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THE “FRAMEWORK” FAILS THREE TIMES… WAS THE NEIGHBOR CALLED IN TO BREAK THE TIE BETWEEN MALIKI AND SUDANESE?

A $100 million spent to recycle faces rejected by America!

In a surprising political shift, Baghdad appeared to be moving beyond its traditional boundaries, resembling—according to analysts—an “alternative Islamabad” through which conflicting messages are exchanged between Washington and Tehran.

In this context, analysts argue that Iran, even at the height of regional escalation, does not treat Iraq as a file that can be withdrawn or retreated from, but rather as an ongoing sphere of influence extending from security to politics, and from factions to the process of government formation.

These analysts maintain that even if Tehran loses some rounds of the conflict, it remains a powerful force in the Iraqi decision-making equation, especially during government formation.

Qaani in Baghdad: A Sign at a Sensitive Time
In a notable development, information leaked Saturday evening from multiple sources about the arrival of the commander of the Quds Force in the Iranian Revolutionary Guard, Ismail Qaani, in Baghdad, in a visit described as unusual in its timing and context.

According to political analysts, this visit gains significance as it is the first since the recent military confrontations in the region, and it comes at a sensitive political juncture in Iraq, marked by repeated setbacks within the “coordination framework” regarding the selection of the next prime minister.

Independent politician and former MP Mithal al-Alousi interprets Ismail Qaani’s visit to Baghdad as more than just a fleeting diplomatic or security move; rather, it is a multifaceted political message that intersects at a crucial juncture in the Iraqi political process.

In an interview with Al-Mada, al-Alousi stated that the timing of the visit, “at a delicate moment of negotiation between Iran and the United States, carries a clear political implication: that Iraq is not part of arrangements being managed in other arenas, whether in Pakistan or elsewhere, and that the Revolutionary Guard is reaffirming its commitment to its role within Iraq, given its strategic importance to Iran.”
Al-Alousi adds that, from Tehran’s perspective, Qaani does not need direct meetings with the leaders of the “Coordination Framework,” explaining that “communication channels between Tehran and its allies in Baghdad operate continuously and around the clock, ensuring everyone is directly informed of the details. Therefore, the visit is not for managing communication, but rather to solidify its presence and convey the message that Iran is at the heart of the scene.”

He believes the message is not limited to the Iraqi domestic scene, but extends to Iran’s regional and international adversaries, stating that the visit “also carries a signal to Israel and the United States, indicating that the forces allied with Tehran in Baghdad still possess tools of influence, including drones and missiles, making them a bargaining chip in any negotiation or escalation.”

Ismail Qaani has led the Quds Force, the external arm of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), since 2020, succeeding Qassem Soleimani, who was killed in a US strike near Baghdad airport earlier that year.  Since assuming his position, Qaani has made frequent visits to Iraq, but announcements of his movements remain limited and infrequent.

Re-engineering the system
: Al-Alousi believes that what Tehran envisions as reshaping the political system in Iraq is linked to an attempt to ensure the continued flow of influence through what he calls the “minimum mobilization” of factions, which allows Iran’s regional movement between Baghdad, Tehran, Beirut and other arenas to remain in constant contact.
According to Al-Alousi, this approach relies on using local networks within Iraq as intermediaries in complex matters related to money, influence, and regional security, thus placing Iraq at the heart of a broader web of calculations.

In a related context, Al-Alousi points to movements within some Sunni political circles that have discussed investments and the allocation of funds estimated at over $100 million, aimed at supporting figures with controversial affiliations, in an attempt to reshape the balance of power within the next government.

He says that this course of action, if true, reflects an attempt to create a government based on “mutual political dominance” between internal and regional forces, supported by unannounced understandings between various parties.

Washington’s position: Rejection of armed factions.
Conversely, Al-Alousi doubts that Washington will accept these political formulations, whether through Qaani or anyone else, indicating that the American position is geared towards readjusting the rules of the game in Iraq, not reproducing them.
He affirms that the United States “will not accept the presence of armed factions within the governing equation,” and that the next phase may witness more decisive moves to hold accountable the networks of corruption and abuses associated with the administration of the state in recent years.

This comes as the “coordination framework” failed three times in one week to hold a decisive meeting to choose the next prime minister, amidst a clear division between American pressure pushing for the “dismantling of the factions,” and Iranian pressure that became evident with the arrival of Qassem Soleimani.

According to political circles, the complexities of the situation reveal a convergence of external pressures, one aspect of which revolves around the American rejection of any governmental formula that does not include clear steps toward “dismantling the militias,” versus escalating Iranian pressure that manifested practically with the arrival of the Quds Force commander in Baghdad.

In the midst of this clash, fingers are being pointed, simultaneously, at the teams of Nouri al-Maliki and Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, as the two main poles of competition, with indications that both sought to summon Soleimani in an attempt to resolve the deadlock or tip the scales in favor of one side over the other within the Shia political establishment.

Political circles had previously circulated accounts suggesting that Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei had recommended that Maliki be given the premiership. From a broader analytical perspective, Australian-based political researcher Ahmed al-Yassiri offers a sharp reading of the nature of Iranian influence in Iraq, asserting that the issue is “far beyond traditional political or security influence.” Al-Yassiri tells Al-

Mada that “ Iran has built a complex and intertwined network of influence within Iraq, distributed between security, which is managed by factions, and politics, which is led by parties, in addition to extensive cultural influence through seminaries, religious institutions, and Shiite community organizations.”

He adds that “this network does not operate in isolation, but rather in an interconnected manner; where security influence protects political influence, political influence secures economic influence, while economic influence fuels the cultural dimension.” He warns that this influence “cannot be easily eradicated, and may even persist even if the regime in Tehran changes,” explaining that “the forces associated with it within Iraq will remain active because the structure that has been established is deeper than just a transient political power.”

In assessing the repercussions of the recent war, Al-Yassiri believes that “Tehran’s insistence on including issues like Lebanon in any regional negotiations reflects its confidence in its ability to protect its influence in various arenas, whether it is in a position of strength or under pressure.” He adds that “Iran, even while suffering heavy blows, does not abandon its strategies, but rather rearranges them.”

Regarding Iraq specifically, Al-Yassiri asserts that “Tehran will not relinquish its influence under any circumstances, because this influence is built on a deep internal network, not on a political decision that can be reversed.”

Al-Yassiri, who heads the Arab-Australian Center for Strategic Studies, believes that “this reality was also evident in the election results, where the forces of the Coordination Framework achieved a clear victory, benefiting from various tools, including media influence and the ability to manage public opinion.” He adds that “the public was reassured through the issues of services and salaries, at a time when the factions rebranded themselves as a force for protection, not a force for conflict.”

Al-Yassiri concludes with a decisive diagnosis: “Iranian influence in Iraq is not merely the influence of a foreign state, but rather an integrated internal system. Therefore, reducing it – if it happens – will not be by an external decision, but by a profound internal change in the Iraqi public mood and a reshaping of societal consciousness, as partially occurred in the October protests.”

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THE SUDANESE HAVE AN OVERWHELMING MAJORITY IN THE IRAQI PARLIAMENT AND ON THE IRAQI STREET.

In a political scene characterized by complexity and ongoing tensions, the name of the current Prime Minister, Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, stands out as the most prominent and influential figure in the Iraqi political equation, not only within the parliament but also on the street, which now views his experience as a model of relative stability and executive management capable of dealing with accumulated challenges.

Despite this political and popular weight, a fundamental question strongly presents itself: Why doesn’t the coordinating framework move towards resolving the issue of the premiership by adopting the Sudanese option, in line with the indicators of parliamentary support and popular acceptance, and end the state of political deadlock that has exhausted the country?

The continued postponement and procrastination in making a decision not only reflects a state of hesitation, but may also be interpreted as a disregard for the will of a broad segment of voters, who have expressed, directly or indirectly, their support for stability and continuity, which is what the Sudanese represent at this sensitive stage.

In this context, the importance of adhering to the democratic principle of respecting election results becomes clear, especially given the official statements by some Shiite political forces asserting that the largest parliamentary bloc has the right to nominate the prime minister. This is a constitutional and political principle that should govern any subsequent agreements and should not be subject to interpretation or obstruction.

Granting the right of “veto” to small blocs or using tools of political obstruction to impose conditions that are inconsistent with the real balance of power represents a dangerous precedent that strikes at the heart of the democratic process, turning it from a representative system into an arena of power struggles that does not accurately reflect the popular will.

The Coordination Committee, as a key player in the political landscape, faces a true test regarding its commitment to prioritizing the national interest over narrow factional or partisan considerations. Supporting a widely accepted candidate could be a pivotal step in restoring public confidence in the political process and pave the way for a new era of political and executive stability.

Resolving this issue is not just about naming a prime minister, but about sending a clear message that political forces are capable of respecting the rules of the democratic game, and that they are ready to side with the will of the people, not with the logic of obstruction and polarization.

Ultimately, the question remains open: Will the coordinating framework respond to this challenge and translate its slogans into actions, or will political deadlock remain the most prominent feature of the Iraqi scene in the next stage?

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SOURCES: MALIKI RE-NOMINATES HIMSELF AFTER US VETO OF BADRI AND ATTEMPTS TO OBSTRUCT SUDANI’S APPOINTMENT

Well-informed political sources reported that Nouri al-Maliki, head of the State of Law Coalition, received clear indications of American rejection of passing his candidate, the current head of the Accountability and Justice Commission, Bassem al-Badri, which made the chances of passing him “completely nonexistent,” according to the sources.

The sources added that this fact prompted Maliki to re-nominate himself for the premiership, in a move described as an attempt at political blackmail and buying time, rather than a serious candidacy to compete.

She explained that Maliki is well aware that he does not have any real chance of reaching the position at the present stage, as well as the impossibility of passing his candidate, but his move comes within the context of disrupting the ongoing agreements within the coordination framework.

The sources indicated that this move is part of a desperate attempt to obstruct the passage of the current Prime Minister, Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, for a new term, especially in light of his significantly rising chances and his approach to obtaining the official mandate to form the next government.

(Mnt Goat: Why is Maliki so dead-set against al-Sudani? He knows al-Sudani will work with the US to get rid of the Iranian backed PMF and the terrorist organizations inside Iraq. Al-Sudani is also working with the U.S. and the CBI to get the reforms and economic development to move Iraq ahead, something that Maliki also does not want. )

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INVESTMENT AUTHORITY: THE DINAR WILL BE THE SOLE CURRENCY FOR THE SALE OF RESIDENTIAL UNITS.

The National Investment Commission affirmed the commitment of investment authorities in all governorates to implementing the applicable regulations and controls regarding the sale and lease of residential units within investment projects.

These regulations stipulate the exclusive use of the Iraqi dinar in all sales and installment transactions, emphasizing the prohibition of dealing in any foreign currency.

Hanan Jassim, spokesperson for the National Investment Commission, stated to Al-Sabah newspaper that this affirmation comes as part of its ongoing monitoring to ensure adherence to the approved regulations and enhance compliance levels, particularly in light of current economic changes and the fluctuations in the exchange market resulting from regional and international tensions. This aims to reduce informal foreign currency transactions and support the stability of the local market.

The commission clarified that this measure is based on applicable regulations and instructions, particularly Article (10), which stipulates the exclusive use of the Iraqi dinar for payments on housing units and their installments. It noted that observations and complaints had been received indicating that some entities were requiring transactions in foreign currencies, contrary to instructions. This constitutes a clear violation of official regulations and negatively impacts market stability and the protection of citizens’ rights. The commission stressed the necessity for investment companies implementing housing projects to refrain from demanding payment in any currency other than the Iraqi dinar, whether in sales or installment transactions. It affirmed that violating entities will be held legally accountable under the relevant laws.

She added that these measures come within the framework of supporting the state’s monetary policy and enhancing confidence in the national currency, as well as reducing fluctuations in the exchange market, especially in light of the unstable global economic conditions, which will positively impact consumer protection and ensure an organized and fair investment environment.

Jassim called on citizens to report any violations in this regard, stressing that she will continue to follow up on the implementation of instructions in coordination with the competent regulatory authorities, and take the necessary legal measures against violators, in order to consolidate the principle of the rule of law and enhance stability in the investment housing sector.

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THE NEED TO RESTORE IRAQ’S POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC INDEPENDENCE BY SETTLING OIL REVENUES IN CURRENCIES OTHER THAN THE DOLLAR

Karim Al-Araj, expert and consultant in international economics.

Since 2004, due to US sanctions, Iraq has been unable to independently benefit from its oil revenues. With the start of the war between Iran and the United States, the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, and the imposition of restrictions on oil exports, Iraq can regain its political and economic independence by breaking out of the petrodollar cycle and selling its oil in currencies other than the dollar, for example, settling it in yuan. Iraq is among the world’s largest producers and exporters of crude oil. It possesses over 145 billion barrels of proven oil reserves, ranking fifth after Venezuela, Saudi Arabia, Canada, and Iran.

Image 1 – Countries with the largest proven oil reserves

In addition, it produces approximately 4.4 million barrels of oil per day, ranking sixth among crude oil producers, and with exports of 3.6 million barrels, it ranks fifth among the world’s exporters of this product. Annual revenue from these oil exports is estimated at around $110 billion; however, this revenue is indirectly transferred through the Federal Reserve to the Iraqi government and people.

Following Iraq’s invasion of Kuwait in 1990, the UN Security Council imposed sanctions on the country and, in Resolution 986, established the Oil-for-Food Program for Iraq. Under this resolution, Iraq was permitted to export its petroleum products, but the proceeds were deposited into an account at the United States Federal Reserve to be used for importing food and medicine.

 Following the occupation of Iraq in 2003 and the formation of the Coalition Provisional Government led by the United States within the framework of the multinational forces in that country, the United States effectively assumed, based on Security Council Resolution 1483 of May of the same year, the executive, legislative and judicial responsibilities of the Iraqi government until June 28, 2004. According to Resolution 1483, the Coalition Provisional Government was responsible for managing the Development Fund for Iraq, which in turn replaced the United Nations Oil-for-Food Program.

 Among the tasks of this fund were financing reconstruction, meeting the food and medical needs of the Iraqi people, providing equipment for the security forces, paying the salaries of civilian employees, and covering the expenses of various ministries in the country. However, after the drafting of the constitution and the formation of the Iraqi government in 2007, the United States continued to monitor the fund’s revenue sources under various pretexts, such as combating insurgency, al-Qaeda, and terrorism financing.

Based on this, since 2003, the United States has used this tool to control Iraqi oil revenues through its central bank, charging the Iraqi government for this service. This has resulted in the US government effectively controlling Iraq’s political and economic independence, forcing the country to spend its oil revenues on imports instead of directing them toward development. Last month, on February 26, 2026, a war broke out between Iran and the United States in the West Asia region (the Middle East). This attack, imposed on Iran under the pretext of combating nuclear weapons, led to Iran’s strategic closure of the Strait of Hormuz, through which more than 20 percent of the world’s oil depends, thus depriving Iraq of its ability to export its oil. Although this event represents a significant loss for the Iraqi government, given that 90 percent of its revenues depend on this source, it also presents a historic opportunity for the Iraqi government and people to sell their oil in currencies other than the dollar, such as the yuan, thereby ending US political and economic hegemony over Iraq and restoring its political and economic independence.

Based on this, the Iraqi government can take advantage of this opportunity by moving out of the cycle of selling oil in dollars and converting it to other currencies, for example, the yuan, and thus take an important step towards developing Iraq and restoring its political and economic independence.

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WASHINGTON HAS HALTED DOLLAR SHIPMENTS TO IRAQ UNTIL A NEW IRAQI GOVERNMENT IS FORMED

Saudi Arabia’s Al-Hadath TV quoted American sources as saying that Washington has decided to halt dollar shipments to Iraq until a new Iraqi government is formed.

Iraq periodically receives shipments of its oil sales proceeds in dollars from the US Federal Reserve, to which these funds are transferred every two months, as part of an Iraqi-American agreement to protect Iraqi funds from claims by international creditors.

Washington is pressing hard to prevent the formation of an Iraqi government loyal to Iran, and US President Donald Trump has officially announced his opposition to the nomination of former Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki.

Iranian Quds Force commander Esmail Qaani publicly visited Iraq just two days before a planned meeting tonight of the coordination framework to nominate the name of the new prime minister.

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QANI: CHOOSING THE PRIME MINISTER IS A PURELY IRAQI DECISION.

The commander of the Quds Force in the Iranian Revolutionary Guard, Ismail Qaani, affirmed that “the selection of the prime minister is a purely Iraqi decision.”

Qaani stated in a press release: “The Iraqi nation follows the leader of the martyrs, Imam Hussein (peace be upon him), in resistance and steadfastness, and Abu al-Fadl al-Abbas in loyalty.”

He added: “It is their right to form a government. Iraq is too great for anyone to interfere in its affairs, especially war criminals, particularly those who have committed crimes against humanity… The selection of the prime minister is a purely Iraqi decision.”

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ABU DHABI HINTS AT USING THE YUAN IF THE DOLLAR BECOMES SCARCE DUE TO THE REGIONAL CRISIS.

The Wall Street Journal reported that the United Arab Emirates has begun talks with the United States about obtaining a financial safety net in case a war with Iran leads to a deeper liquidity crisis in the oil-rich Gulf state, according to US officials.

The newspaper quoted officials as saying that “Khaled Mohammed Balama, the governor of the UAE Central Bank, raised the idea of ​​establishing a currency swap line with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bisent and officials from the Treasury Department and the Federal Reserve during meetings held in Washington last week.”

The officials added that “the Emirati side stressed during the talks that it has so far avoided the worst economic effects of the conflict, but it may need financial support if the situation worsens.”

The newspaper said, “These talks showed the UAE’s concern that the war would cause significant damage to its economy and its status as a global financial center, by depleting its foreign reserves and raising concerns among investors who considered it a stable and safe destination for their money.”

She added that “the conflict has damaged the UAE’s infrastructure in the oil and gas sectors, and disrupted its ability to sell oil using tankers crossing the Strait of Hormuz, depriving it of a major source of dollar revenues.”

According to officials, “UAE officials have not submitted a formal request to establish a currency swap line, an arrangement that would allow the UAE Central Bank to access dollars at a low cost to support the currency or boost its foreign exchange reserves in the event of a liquidity crisis.”

US officials explained that “the Emiratis presented the idea during recent talks as a preliminary and precautionary proposal.”

Some officials added that “the Emirati side argued that Trump’s decision to attack Iran had plunged his country into a devastating conflict whose effects may not yet be over.”

They said that “Emirati officials informed their American counterparts that if the UAE faced a shortage of dollars, it might have to use the Chinese yuan or other currencies in oil sales and other transactions.”

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A LIQUIDITY CRISIS IS PUTTING PRESSURE ON IRAQ’S FINANCES; A GOVERNMENT ADVISOR PROPOSES TWO OPTIONS.

The financial advisor to the Iraqi government, Mazhar Muhammad Saleh, confirmed on Monday that the country’s public finances are facing a liquidity crisis as a result of declining oil revenues due to the repercussions of the Strait of Hormuz crisis, revealing two main options to address the revenue gap and ensure the continuation of government spending.

Saleh told Shafaq News Agency that public revenues may not exceed 4 trillion dinars per month, compared to operating expenses estimated at about 8 trillion dinars, including salaries, pensions and social welfare. He explained that the current crisis represents a short-term liquidity crisis resulting from an imbalance between incoming cash flows and fixed financial obligations, rather than a structural crisis in the state’s financial capacity.

He explained that the first option is to resort to internal financing through the issuance of short-term government debt instruments and the activation of open market operations in coordination with the central bank, to provide urgent liquidity that enables the state to meet its obligations, warning of potential inflationary pressures and risks to the exchange rate if these measures are not managed carefully.

He added that the second option is to borrow externally through international financial institutions or global capital markets by issuing international bonds or loans with sovereign guarantees, noting that this path supports foreign reserves and enhances the stability of the dinar, but it may be linked to reform conditions.

Saleh suggested adopting a mix of rapid domestic financing to cover immediate needs, and external borrowing later to enhance financial stability in the medium term.

He stressed that the success of this approach depends on controlling public spending, improving non-oil revenues, maintaining exchange rate stability, and restoring optimal oil export capacities.

He concluded by saying that the Strait of Hormuz crisis has once again highlighted the fragility of Iraq’s dependence on oil revenues, and the need to build more flexible and sustainable financial instruments.

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UNITED STATES: IRAQI GOVERNMENT-LINKED ENTITIES SUPPORT MILITIAS THAT THREATEN AMERICANS

The US Embassy in Baghdad warned its citizens on Monday of continued security risks in Iraq, despite the reopening of airspace and the resumption of limited commercial flights, urging Americans not to travel to Iraq and to leave immediately if they are already there. It also accused parties linked to the Iraqi government of providing political, financial and operational cover to “Iranian-linked militias.”

The embassy said in a new security alert issued today, which was seen by Shafaq News Agency, that Iraqi airspace has been reopened, but air travelers through Iraq should be aware of the ongoing risks associated with missiles, drones and projectiles.

The embassy added that what it described as “Iraqi terrorist militias allied with Iran” continue to plan additional attacks against American citizens and US-related targets throughout Iraq, including the Kurdistan Region.

The US embassy accused “entities linked to the Iraqi government of providing political, financial, and operational cover to Iraqi militias allied with Iran,” and said they continue to plan attacks against US citizens and US-linked targets.

The embassy confirmed that the US mission in Iraq would continue to operate despite the mandatory departure order, noting that its services were limited to assisting American citizens, while warning against going to the embassy in Baghdad or the consulate in Erbil due to security risks.

The embassy renewed its Level 4 travel warning, which states “Do not travel to Iraq for any reason,” urging American citizens currently in the country to leave immediately.

Regarding exit options, the embassy noted that land routes to Jordan, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia and Turkey remain open, with long delays and local entry and exit procedures expected, as well as the possibility of higher airfares or cancellations at short notice.

The embassy also announced the suspension of all routine consular services in Iraq, including visa services, urging American citizens to communicate via email only in emergencies.

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COORDINATION FRAMEWORK NOMINATES BASSEM AL-BADRI FOR IRAQ PRIME MINISTER

Born in Baghdad in 1964, Bassem Hazem Hamid al-Badri holds a PhD with distinction in agricultural policy, awarded in 2013.

Iraq’s Shi’ite political alliance, the Coordination Framework, has nominated Bassem al-Badri as its nominee for the post of prime minister, a source from the bloc confirmed to Kurdistan24 on Monday.

Earlier in the day, Kurdistan24 correspondent Dilan Barzan reported from Baghdad that most leaders of the Coordination Framework had gathered at the residence of Ammar al-Hakim. He noted that al-Badri—reportedly backed by Nouri al-Maliki—had also arrived at the meeting.

Meanwhile, Mushriq al-Fraiji, an official in the Reconstruction and Development Coalition, told Kurdistan24 that Coordination Framework leaders convened at al-Hakim’s office, where he heads the National Forces Alliance, to discuss resolving the selection of a prime ministerial candidate.

Later, Abbas al-Amiri, Secretary-General of the Coordination Framework, announced that the coalition has postponed the official declaration of its candidate for Iraq’s prime minister until Wednesday. Speaking to Kurdistan24, al-Amiri said the delay comes as internal discussions continue among the alliance’s leadership.

According to information obtained by Kurdistan24, disagreements over the distribution of ministerial positions in the prospective Iraqi government cabinet have prompted the Coordination Framework to extend its meetings over the next two days.

Born in Baghdad in 1964, Bassem Hazem Hamid al-Badri holds a PhD with distinction in agricultural policy, awarded in 2013. He worked for 15 years, from 1988 to 2003, as a researcher at Iraq’s Ministry of Industry and Minerals, and is fluent in both Arabic and English.

The Coordination Framework, which includes several influential Shi’ite parties, plays a central role in shaping Iraq’s political landscape. While its endorsement of al-Badri signals growing consensus within the alliance, broader agreement among other political factions will be essential for securing parliamentary approval and forming a new government.

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AN ECONOMIST REVEALS THE MECHANISM FOR DISTRIBUTING IRAQI OIL DOLLARS AT THE US FEDERAL RESERVE.

Economic expert Ziad Al-Hashemi revealed on Monday the distribution map of Iraqi oil dollars deposited with the US Federal Reserve, confirming that the hard currency is distributed among 3 main channels: “Iraq 1”, “Iraq 2”, and airborne shipments .

Al-Hashemi said in a post on the “X” platform, which was followed by the “Al-Sa’a” network, that “the funds entering the (Iraq 1) account are used through 3 main channels. The first, which is the largest, is to finance Iraqi commercial transfers related to imports and government and private letters of guarantee, where these transfers are released from the Federal account (Iraq 1) to multiple accounts .”

He added that “the most prominent of these accounts is the JPMorgan account (correspondent bank), which in turn transfers the funds via the SWIFT system to the final beneficiary, which means that the funds remain within the United States and are not received by any Iraqi party within Iraq .”

He added that “the second track relates to delivering limited quantities of cash dollars to the Central Bank of Iraq, to ​​be used for specific purposes such as travel, medical treatment and study, through monitored channels that are subject to multiple audits to ensure their accurate arrival. These funds arrive by air in the form of shipments spaced out over time, with an average of between 250 and 500 million dollars per shipment .”

He pointed out that “the third path is to transfer the surplus achieved, after completing all Iraqi financial obligations, from account (Iraq 1) to account (Iraq 2), to strengthen the Iraqi monetary reserve, protect the value of the dinar and create a financial buffer that supports the economy .”

He explained that “the Federal Reserve’s halt in sending dollars to Iraq only relates to cash shipments, which constitute only about 7% of Iraq’s total dollar holdings resulting from oil sales, while the dollar transfer system for financing trade and imports continues normally and without obstacles .”

He added that “these remittances are subject to strict scrutiny by multiple parties, which makes it extremely difficult for them to reach entities sanctioned by the US,” noting that “if the arrival of dollar cash to the Central Bank were to stop, it would have specific effects on travel, treatment and study, but the Central Bank is able to deal with it, but this may be directly reflected in the dollar exchange rate in the parallel market 

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April 16, 2026 Mnt Goat News Brief

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The RV saga continues with the election cycle. As we all should know by now the president is now elected in office and so the constitutional proverbial clock is ticking. They now have 15 days from April 11th to name the nominee for prime minister. Nouri al-Maliki says he resigned his official nomination, but we are not stupid., Later we are told the Coordination Framework ripped it from him. He still maintains he is a candidate as the now minority favors him still. He is a sleaze and will do anything to get the power again. Let’s watch how this drama plays out as we are nearing the end very quickly.

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Gruss Gott everyone! The news from Iraq and the Middle East is overwhelming again. There is so much going on and it changes daily, sometimes as I write the Newsletter. I will try to give you a very current update or at least current when I wrote this Newsletter. Funny how I now have almost 20,000 followers yet just handfuls of them help out to keep the Newsletter alive. Please consider helping out. Remember this is now like a second job for me and so would you like to work your job for nothing? Also I need to know that people appreciate all that I do to bring sense to this investment. Yes, there is a lot of nonsense by nonsensical people.

Let’s first talk about the election cycle. So Iraq claims they ended the over four-month deadlock for the elections and in parliament on last Saturday 4/11 by electing a new president. His name is Nizar Mohammed Saeed Amidi. Now they must move on to the next stage of the election, by electing the prime minister.

This Newsletter today is about the two hottest topics including the Iraq election saga and the Iranian situation. Let’s take our first study on the election saga. In this study we have a pile of articles to review, however I have to say in all fairness that the articles contradict each other as to the candidates for prime minister. Therefore, we have to realize that various current and former politicians and news media guys in Iraq are bias to certain figures. They just throw out there, their opinions, as they see it. So, let’s review what they tell us and then make our own viewpoint considering all the information from today’s articles and what we know from the recent past.

Meanwhile the election of Nizar Amedi … as Iraq’s new president sets the clock ticking on the parliament’s election of a new prime minister within fifteen days, which began on last Sunday 4/12.  

Backroom machinations always create a long delay between Iraqi elections and the formation of the new government. This election I believe may be a record timespan. While Iraqis went to the polls on November 11, 2025, no single candidate or party won a majority. Incumbent Prime Minister Muhammad Shia’ al-Sudani, under whom Iraq has seen tremendous infrastructure development, won a plurality, but his inability to cobble together enough votes from other parties to form the majority block left him to join the Coordination Framework that could.

An early Wednesday rumor spread that Nouri al-Maliki resigned his nomination for prime minister from the Coordination Framework. In conversation with my contact in the CBI also on my normal Wednesday call to Iraq, I learned that Nouri al-Maliki did in fact say he resigned his nomination from the Coordination Framework however, regardless, he did not withdrawal as a candidate just leaving the nomination from the Framework open for someone else. He still hopes to regain it but is playing politics as usual.

I do not have an official posted article from Iraq to show you evidence of this resignation of Maliki. Remember he is still a candidate just no longer on the official nomination. He must have something up his sleeve as he is a power hungry, controlling, sleazebag.

Remember al-Malki told us he would resign his nomination but only if Basim al-Badri was nominated. Some Iraqi officials are publicly pushing forward al-Badri, a member of Khalid al-Asadi’s Islamic Dawa Party–Iraq organization, a faction close to Maliki. Al-Badri has always been somewhat of a chameleon, shifting with the political winds to pursue power and enrichment. He worked within the Arab Socialist Ba’ath Party under the late Iraqi President Saddam Hussein, before shifting toward the Dawa. In his current role, he has used his leadership of the National Supreme Commission for Accountability and Justice to extort and often sideline competent national officials and technocrats who would not cut deals with him. The danger here is that if the parliament nominates an official known for corruption, the entire system could collapse given the generational change in Iraq and the growing intolerance of young Iraqis for corrupt business as usual.

Al-Badri would not be the first corrupt appointee—Maliki, Mustafa al-Kadhimi, and others used their tenures to prioritize their personal office over the nation—but other factors undermine his acceptance. While the Grand Ayatollahs in Najaf do not formally endorse candidates, their imprimatur carries moral weight, and yet, not only has Grand Ayatollah Ali Sistani’s office not supported Al-Badri due to his history and public flaws, but the broader “religious authority” in Najaf appears to have explicitly rejected him.

The Coordination Framework, as far as I currently know, has not yet nominated anyone else and many articles still refer to Maliki as their nominee. But these are older articles and this is moving very fast. The nomination they are saying should take place this weekend or they may string it out to the very end of the fifteen-day deadline. To select al-Badri would be a disaster, as it would associate the new Iraqi premier with the most militant factions within Iran. He would make Maliki look like a saint. Go figure Maliki would pick him. We have already been told the US will not support al-Badri so we could discount him. The rest is all just jibber jabber.

Here are some snippets of the more interesting articles that came out in the news this reporting period about the election. They all can be found in the Articles Section of today’s newsletter. Please take the time to go read my comments under each one:   

Titled: “AL-JUBOURI RULES OUT DECIDING ON A CANDIDATE FOR PRIME MINISTER WITHIN THE CURRENT WEEK.”

The former MP, Thaer al – Jubouri, ruled out on Tuesday the possibility of the Coordination Framework finalizing its candidate for prime minister this week. He indicated that meetings and consultations are still ongoing, suggesting that the nomination of the largest bloc’s candidate will likely be decided in the final hours of the constitutional deadline.

Titled: “THE PATRIOTIC UNION SETS A CONDITION FOR PARTICIPATING IN THE REGIONAL GOVERNMENT.”

“The next phase requires a government that is radically different in its performance and possesses an ambitious program that meets the aspirations of the people.” He pointed out that “the PUK will not agree to the formation of a government that reproduces the failures of the caretaker government, which has not addressed the service and living conditions in the region.”

Titled: “L-SAADAWI: THE DECISION REGARDING THE PREMIERSHIP RESTS ON TWO NAMES…NO ALTERNATIVES HAVE BEEN PROPOSED.”

Member of the Reconstruction and Development Committee, Abdul Hadi al-Saadawi, revealed on Wednesday that the competition for the premiership has narrowed down to only two names, ruling out the possibility of any “compromise candidates” at this stage.

“the competition remains fierce and is limited to Nouri al-Maliki, head of the State of Law Coalition, and the current caretaker Prime Minister, Mohammed Shia al-Sudani,” noting that “understandings within the political blocs are still focused on these two options without resorting to third options at present.”

(Mnt Goat: We were told there might be nine (9) candidates total earlier this week so I guess they narrowed them down to maybe two or three namely Al-Sudani, Al-Maliki and Al-Badri. Read on there are many more articles.)

Title: “THE MOMENT OF TRUTH IS APPROACHING… CONFLICTING VISIONS WITHIN THE FRAMEWORK THREATEN TO DERAIL THE GOVERNMENT’S PLANS.”

The corridors of theCoordination Framework continue to witness intense political activity, accompanied by clear conflicting positions and visions. This has become the “most difficult obstacle” preventing the final announcement of the candidate for the new prime minister.

(Mnt Goat: This article proves to us that the Coordination Framework did cancel Nouri al-Maliki from the prime minister nomination. Maliki lied to everyone saying he bowed out from his nomination. He did not, they threw him out do to pressure from the U.S.)

Title: “A DEPUTY REVEALS THE MAP OF THE DIVISION WITHIN THE COORDINATION FRAMEWORK BETWEEN THE SUDANESE AND MALIKI FACTIONS.”

Member of Parliament Murtada Al-Ibrahimi revealed today, Thursday, the map of alliances and political changes within the coordination framework regarding the file of naming the candidate of the largest bloc, stressing the existence of a division between three fronts that support Al-Maliki and Al-Sudani and another that takes a neutral position.

1.The first section includes six leaders who support renewing the mandate of Mohammed Shia al-Sudani. The bloc supporting al-Sudani includes the Reconstruction and Development Bloc, the Badr Organization, the Wisdom Movement, the Sanad Movement, and the Sadiqun Movement.  

2.While three leaders support the head of the State of Law Coalition, Nouri al-Maliki, He explained that “those supporting Nouri al-Maliki are the Dawa Party, the Supreme Council, and the Asas Gathering.”

(Mnt Goat: So once again this article proves to us that Maliki, although no longer the  nominee is still a candidate and will fight to regain the nomination. He isn’t going anywhere. My point is this – if he doesn’t finagle some sort of position in the government his immunity is over and they will go after him for his corruption. The U.S. will force this move. So, Maliki will try to make a bargain somehow but he lost leverage when they took the nomination away from him.)

Title: “THE FRAMEWORK INTENSIFIES ITS DISCUSSIONS BEFORE SATURDAY’S DECISION… AL-BADRI AND AL-SUDANI ARE THE MOST LIKELY CANDIDATES FOR THE PREMIERSHIP.”

The leadership of the Coordination Framework, which includes the ruling Shiite political forces in Iraq, is scheduled to hold a crucial meeting on Saturday 4/18 at the home of Ammar al-Hakim, head of the National State Forces Alliance, to choose a candidate for the position of Prime Minister, especially with the shrinking of the legal period specified after the election of the President of the Republic.

“indicating that the most prominent candidates for this position are the current Prime Minister, Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani, and Basim Al-Badri.”

“He confirmed that Nouri al-Maliki, the head of the State of Law Coalition, is still a candidate for prime minister and has not officially withdrawn his candidacy, despite media reports suggesting he might withdraw due to his diminished chances of obtaining the position as a result of the American “veto” imposed on him.”

(Mnt Goat: So once again this article proves Maliki is still a candidate even though the nomination was taken away from him this week.)  

Title: “AL-DHARI: SUNNI FORCES CLARIFY THEIR POSITION REGARDING NOURI AL-MALIKI, THE CANDIDATE OF THE COORDINATION FRAMEWORK FOR PRIME MINISTER”

Al-Dhari told Al-Maalomah News Agency that “the Sunni National Council has not received any notification from the Coordination Framework forces regarding changing their candidate for the premiership, Nouri al-Maliki, or replacing him with another figure.

He added that “the moderate Sunni political forces, which reject Halbousi’s approach, are prepared to vote for the prime ministerial candidate chosen by the Coordination Framework, the main Shiite bloc, without objecting to any individual, including former Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki.”

(Mnt Goat: but what about all those Sunnis that voted for al-Sudani in the popular vote? Does their vote no longer count? To me this is a very weird ‘democratic’ process to handle an election. In fact it is not really democratic at all as it is all decided by the politicians and the people have very little say, of any unless they vote on someone in an overwhelming majority of the popular vote thus making them automatically the largest block after the voting takes place. Because they have so many parties in Iraq I don’t believe this can ever happen as the votes will always be so split up under so many parties. Somehow this all needs to change to have fair elections in Iraq. They are now all rigged and staged.)
He emphasized that “this stance comes in light of the Coordination Framework’s insistence on proceeding with al-Maliki’s nomination, despite the Trump administration’s objections.”

(Mnt Goat: This no longer holds true. So remember that this article came out prior to the Coordination Framework pulling Maliki’s official nomination earlier this week. They still support him as a candidate but not their pick. I think they are just going through the motions to make him happy.)   

Title: “BETWEEN MALIKI, ABADI, AND COMPROMISE CANDIDATES: 3 SCENARIOS ON THE TABLE TO DECIDE THE PREMIERSHIP”

The Iraqi political scene is witnessing intense activity within the Coordination Framework, as consultations and closed-door meetings continue to resolve the issue of the next prime minister’s candidate. This comes amidst public anticipation and differing opinions regarding the shape of the upcoming political phase.

On Monday evening, the Coordination Framework’s leadership held a small meeting at the home of Nouri al-Maliki, head of the State of Law Coalition, with several prominent figures in attendance, to discuss the agenda for the upcoming meeting dedicated to resolving the issue of the prime minister.

(Mnt Goat: This was a brainstorming/strategic meeting at Maliki’s house to try to see how they can overcome the opposition to him. This is all it was. They are trying to find a way to finagle their way back in power.)

An informed political source told Al-Maalomah that “the meeting included Nouri al-Maliki, the head of the Supreme Islamic Council, Humam Hamoudi, the head of the Hikma Movement, Ammar al-Hakim, the Secretary-General of Asa’ib Ahl al-Haq, Qais al-Khazali, and the Popular Mobilization Forces leader, Abu Fadak al-Muhammadawi.”
He indicated that “the discussions focused on the mechanism for managing internal agreements, the proposed names, and the possibility of bridging the viewpoints of the various parties.”

(Mnt Goat: These attendees are all strong Maliki lovers. He favored all of them in his last disastrous 8 years as prime minister. He gave them what they wanted $$$. This is not a bipartisan meeting. )

In a related context, the spokesperson for the Victory Coalition, Salam al-Zubaidi, revealed details of a crucial meeting of the leaders of the Coordination Framework scheduled for Wednesday. He explained that the meeting will discuss three main scenarios for deciding on the nomination of the largest bloc’s candidate for the next prime minister.

1.“the first scenario involves reaching an agreement on one of the currently proposed names, including Mohammed Shia al-Sudani or Haider al-Abadi as potential alternatives if no agreement is reached on other names within the framework. Notice no al-Maliki?

2.The second scenario involves selecting a candidate from a list of nine names that were proposed in previous meetings, with six of them still under active discussion.”

3.“the third scenario involves choosing a ‘compromise candidate’ from outside the coordination framework if agreement on the first two options proves impossible.  

(Mnt Goat: did you notice again three (3) scenarios. This time they exclude Maliki altogether from option 1 the first scenario? This is very meaningful.)

Title: “STATE OF LAW RESPONDS TO “RECONSTRUCTION”: MALIKI HAS NOT AND WILL NOT WITHDRAW HIS CANDIDACY FOR PRIME MINISTER”

The State of Law Coalition confirmed on Wednesday that its leader, Nouri al-Maliki, is committed to his candidacy for prime minister, in response to proposals that suggested presenting Basim al-Badri as a compromise candidate within the coordination framework.

Coalition member Zuhair al-Jalabi told Shafaq News Agency that “Maliki has not and will not give up his candidacy for the premiership for any of the names being circulated in the media, and he cannot give up.”

He added that “the coordinating framework, which nominated Maliki for the premiership, if it decides to change its candidate by a majority vote and nominate another person, then this is possible and acceptable.”

Al-Jalabi explained that “so far there is no candidate for the premiership other than al-Maliki,” stressing that “al-Maliki asked the Coordination Framework, in the event of any alternative candidate, to announce him through a majority agreement within the Framework, as happened with his nomination.”

He stressed that “Al-Maliki has not and will not back down, and this matter is settled. What is being presented in the media is incorrect, and there is absolutely no such intention on the part of Al-Maliki.”

Earlier, Qusay Mahbouba, a leader in the Reconstruction and Development Coalition, confirmed that Basim al-Badri had been put forward as a compromise candidate within the coordination framework for the position of the next Prime Minister, questioning the implications of this for Nouri al-Maliki’s political future and the unity of the framework.

It is worth noting that the Speaker of Parliament, Hebat al-Halbousi, had called on the largest parliamentary bloc last Saturday (April 11) to nominate its candidate for the premiership within a maximum period of 15 days, based on Article 76 of the Constitution, following the election of the President of the Republic.

Title: “A SPLIT WITHIN THE FRAMEWORK INTO THREE FACTIONS, AND MALIKI CONFRONTS THE OBJECTORS WITH A NEW CONDITION.”

An informed political source revealed on Wednesday that escalating divisions within the coordination framework are threatening the convening of the anticipated meeting to decide on the name of the prime minister candidate, amid sharp differences among its leaders regarding the figure who will assume the position in the next phase.

The source told Shafaq News Agency that the disagreements within the framework are no longer limited to differing viewpoints, but have developed into an actual split within the alliance into three main wings,  

the first faction insists on nominating the leader of the State of Law Coalition, Nouri al-Maliki, or any figure who enjoys his explicit support from among the proposed names (and continued Iranian corruption),

while the second faction is pushing for the renaming of the caretaker Prime Minister, Mohammed Shia al-Sudani,

while the third faction prefers to go for a compromise candidate who can gain wider acceptance within and outside the Shiite bloc.

He added that the leaders decided to put a list of names on the meeting table, including Nouri al-Maliki or someone who has his support, Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, Basim al-Badri, Ali Youssef al-Shukri, Hamid al-Shatri, Abdul-Ilah al-Naili, and Mohsen al-Mandalawi.

This dispute is more sensitive because al-Maliki was originally put forward as an official candidate for the Coordination Framework for the Prime Minister, before the calculations became complicated later due to internal objections and external pressures, most notably the American position rejecting the establishment of a government that it sees as subject to Iranian influence

For his part, Abu Mithaq al-Masari, a member of the coordinating framework, told Shafaq News Agency that the problem was no longer limited to the name of the candidate, but extended to the method of withdrawing al-Maliki’s nomination itself.

(Mnt Goat: More proof Maliki’s sole nomination has been taken away. Who the hell is this guy Maliki anyhow? He actually believes he is driving this election for prime minister. I think the Coordination Framework members are also getting a bit insulted with his recent actions. Read this next paragraph…)

According to Al-Masari, Al-Maliki insists that those who oppose his nomination submit individual requests signed with their names, thus clearly holding each party politically responsible. Meanwhile, leaders within the framework who reject his return insist that the withdrawal request be collective and under the title of the Coordinating Framework, in order to avoid turning the crisis into a direct personal confrontation with him.

(Mnt Goat:: Folks this Maliki is already a personal issue with many political members as they hate the guy and his disastrous 8 years. He now wants their names so he can go after them and assassinate them for being against him He is an evil, dark person. Trump sees through him just as we investors do too. Thank God we finally have a strong president to stand up to them.)

Title: “AL-ABADI’S COALITION REVEALS “THREE SCENARIOS” FOR DECIDING ON THE FRAMEWORK CANDIDATE IN TOMORROW’S MEETING”

The spokesperson for the Victory Coalition, Salam al-Zubaidi, revealed on Tuesday details of a crucial meeting of the leaders of the Coordination Framework scheduled for Wednesday. He explained that the meeting will discuss three main scenarios for deciding on the nomination of the largest bloc’s candidate for prime minister.

Al-Zubaidi told Al-Maalomah News Agency, “The leaders of the Framework will hold their meeting tomorrow after it was postponed yesterday at the request of the head of the State of Law Coalition, Nouri al-Maliki.” He indicated that “the political table of the Framework’s leaders has three paths regarding deciding on the largest bloc’s candidate for the next prime minister.

The first involves discussing and agreeing on Mohammed Shia al-Sudani or Haider al-Abadi as alternatives to al-Maliki.”

(Mnt Goat: Again this article proves that Maliki is out!)

“The second scenario involves choosing one of the six remaining candidates from the previously proposed list of nine.

“The third scenario involves a compromise candidate from outside the framework if the first two options are not agreed upon.” He described the latter option as “very weak at the present time,” explaining that “the forces within the Coordination Framework are still keen to ensure a unanimous vote on the next prime minister candidate to guarantee the unity of the largest bloc’s political stance.”

He indicated that“among the nominated names are the head of the State of Law Coalition, Nouri al-Maliki; the caretaker prime minister, Mohammed Shia al-Sudani; former prime minister, Haider al-Abadi; the head of the Accountability and Justice Commission, Basim al-Badri; the leader of the Asas Party, Mohsen al-Mandalawi; the head of the Intelligence Service, Hamid al-Shatri; the prime minister’s advisor, Mohammed Sahib al-Daraji; the former Minister of Planning, Ali Shukri; and the National Security Advisor, Qasim al-Araji.”

Title: “THE REASON FOR POSTPONING THE COORDINATION FRAMEWORK MEETING HAS BEEN REVEALED… AND THESE ARE THE LATEST DEVELOPMENTS FROM THE PRIME MINISTER’S OFFICE.”

He pointed out that “the competition is currently limited to three names, while other names are being put forward for the purposes of political maneuvering.”

Al-Zubaidi added that “the head of the State of Law Coalition, Nouri al-Maliki, is still holding on to his nomination; however, he may concede if the framework decides on an alternative candidate,” indicating that “the framework has no option but to put forward an alternative figure at the current stage.“

He indicated that “next Saturday’s meeting may largely decide on the candidate’s name, with the possibility of announcing the name 24 hours before the constitutional deadlines expire,” stressing “the framework’s commitment to adhering to the constitutional deadlines in order to restore confidence in the political process.”

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WHAT ELSE IS IN THE NEWS?

This next article once again solidifies to us once again the importance of Iraq and its wealth. A dinar rate of 1320? I don’t think so. The article title is “Minerals and “white gold” put Najaf on the investment map in Iraq.” This is repeat news as we learned this almost a year ago. But they are now refreshing our minds. Are they now beginning to actually mine it and bring it to market?

The Iraqi Geological Survey Authority confirmed that Najaf Governorate represents one of the most prominent areas for mining investment in Iraq, due to its strategic mineral wealth and high-quality silica sand (white gold).

Senior Geologist Haider Hadi Abdul Zahra, director of the Najaf office of the commission, said, “The commission is working to promote mineral investment within an integrated industrial, geological and economic environment, given the importance of this sector in supporting the national economy and diversifying sources of income.”

Yes, get out of their ‘rentier’ economy of sole 95% of oil revenues. Is this part of what we all have been waiting for? Yes, this still lingers from the Obama era where the criteria or stakes for reinstatement was drawn up so high as to take decades and decades to do, meanwhile money is being funneled/laundered to Iran and Iraq suffers under the proxy state of Iran. Will president Trump see the actual reality of Iraq and push for an immediate reinstatement soon once this Iranian stuff is over? It appears Trump has already changed the foreign policy towards Iraq and it is just a matter of time before it all kicks in.  We will see that these Iranian issues that linger and hold back Iraq will change and is changing, as apparent in this end to their election cycle drama.  

This silica mining and other projects like it in part is what is going to get the reinstatement at a higher rate once it goes back on FOREX. We don’t go the bank until its back on FOREX. Of course, we all know that the reinstatement is being intentionally held back. Iraq could easily sustain a rate of about $3.22 right now as it was prior to the 1991 war. This is going to be part of a global reset with many of the developed countries around the world. We can definitely see now how the Venezuelan and Iranian currencies too could someday soon revalue as a significantly rate higher than they are today. I am not promoting these other currencies only telling of a high probability coupled with a necessity to do so in the very near future.

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AN UPDATE ON THE IRANIAN CONFLICT

In the article titled “DESPITE THE HORMUZ BLOCKADE, GIANT TANKERS ARE HEADING TO BASRA PORTS, AND IRAQI CRUDE OIL IS FLOWING TO MARKETS.” We learn that giant oil tankers continue their journeys to Iraqi ports to load crude shipments, despite escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz and the tightening of the US embargo on ships linked to Iran, in an indication of the continued global demand for Iraqi oil and the assurance of the security of its supplies.

This maritime confusion comes in the wake of Washington’s announcement of a comprehensive naval blockade on Tehran, which has severely restricted the movement of ships; tankers linked to the Iranian side have been unable to cross the strait in recent hours, and some have been forced to return to their points of origin.

Then in another article titled “A $55 BILLION PROJECT TO BYPASS THE STRAIT OF HORMUZ… AND IRAQ IS AT THE HEART OF THE PLAN.” We learn that Gulf states, including Iraq, are considering building an alternative oil pipeline network to bypass the Strait of Hormuz, at an estimated cost of $55 billion, amid escalating geopolitical risks, according to an analysis published by Reuters.

Iraq stands out as a pivotal element in the project, as the plan includes the construction of two pipelines extending from its south through Kuwait and Saudi Arabia, reaching ports on the Arabian Sea, such as the port of Duqm and the port of Salalah, which would allow the export of oil directly to Asian markets without passing through Hormuz.

(Mnt Goat: I have to remind everyone the Kim Clement prophecy about three (3) new sources of energy that will come about. One from the sky, one from the land and one from the ocean. Is this bypass pipeline every really going to come about? Is God going to bring this newer energy sources to use any time soon or will it be much later? God also just recently told he is going to divert much of the oil from the Arab countries to the U.S. and Israel. Yes, many middle eastern well will simply begin to dry up…wow! Let’s see how this will play out in the near future.)

The project is also expected to be jointly financed by the beneficiary countries, with the cost distributed according to the volume of use, while implementation may take several years, which means continued reliance on the Strait of Hormuz in the near term.

This next article in my eyes is a WOW! article. It is titled “AMERICA BECOMES A “MAJOR EXPORTER” OF OIL FOR THE FIRST TIME SINCE WORLD WAR II”

“Reuters reported on Thursday that America has become a “major exporter” of oil for the first time since World War I due to events in the Middle East and disruptions to crude supplies through the Strait of Hormuz.”

So you can see there are also benefits to the conflict with Iran. It is pushing/allowing the US more and more to supply Asian and European refiners supplies of oil normally from the middle east region. I will note the article says the US is the world’s largest producer. Really? Analysts and traders say the United States is rapidly approaching its maximum export capacity.

Exports rose to 5.2 million barrels per day, the highest level in seven months.

According to the data, the United States has not been a net exporter of crude oil since 1943, on an annual basis. Countries such as Greece have purchased American crude oil for the first time ever in the past few months. Also Kepler ship-tracking data shows a tanker carrying 500,000 barrels of crude oil is en route to Türkiye, marking the first U.S. export to that country in at least a year.

Meanwhile, imports to the United States fell by more than 1 million barrels per day to 5.3 million barrels per day last week. The United States still imports a significant amount of crude oil because its refineries are designed to process heavier crudes than the light sweet crude it produces.

So, when God tells the prophets that prosperity and abundance is coming to America like we have never seen before, we can see an unexpected source of revenue is here.  

In this next article we learn about the ongoing saga of thes pease talks with Iran. The article it titled “PAKISTAN CONFIRMS US AND IRAN ARE READY TO HOLD TALKS.”

(Mnt Goat: I need everyone to notice that all these talks since the very beginning have not involved the United Nations so much, if any. Why is that? Why are they holding the talks in Pakistan and not in the UN building in NYC? Think about it…..)

Pakistani Foreign Minister Tahir Andarabi announced on Thursday that the United States and Iran are ready to hold a round of talks in an attempt to reach an agreement to end the war, but he did not specify a date for this round.

This next article is also a WOW! article for me. It is titled “TRUMP: IRAN HAS AGREED TO HAND OVER ITS STOCKPILE OF ENRICHED URANIUM”

US President Donald Trump said on Thursday that Iran had agreed to hand over its stockpile of enriched uranium, indicating that the two sides were “close” to reaching a peace agreement that would end six weeks of war. “They have agreed to return the nuclear dust to us,” Trump told reporters at the White House, using the term to refer to the stockpile of enriched uranium that the United States says could be used to make nuclear weapons.

Reuters, citing a Pakistani source involved in mediation efforts between the United States and Iran, reported that the two countries may reach an agreement soon, as negotiations enter their final stages. According to Reuters, the Pakistani source stated on Friday that progress has been made in informal negotiations and that an upcoming meeting between the two sides could result in the signing of an agreement.

The source explained that the two sides will first sign a memorandum of understanding, followed by a comprehensive agreement within 60 days. The source, who requested anonymity, said: “The detailed agreement will come later. Both sides agree in principle, and the technical details will be discussed later.”

Why is this so important beside the threat of nuclear war is lessoned. It is good for our investment as we need Iran naturalized along with their proxy state of Iraq. We are witnessing this too in the election saga as time passes the Iranian backed politicians are seeing the game may be over for them too inside Iraq with their militias and factions. It would not be out of line to say that after this Iranian conflict settles down the US is going to take a hand to Iraq and these terrorists inside Iraq. Trump has a plan for Iraq and it is VERY BIG with investors. This is when we are gong to see the deletion of the zeros and reinstatement. Just hand in folks for a bit longer. Its coming. A good sign for us will be is al-Sudani gets a second term or someone like him that Washington can deal with.   

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SUMMARY

Iraq has been discussing removing zeros from its currency for at least fifteen years. The latest information flooded the news channels last fall 2025. Do you remember all the articles? I still truly believe there was a great potential at that time to RV had it not been for the Iranian interference in the 2025 election cycle. This interference is what is taking the election process so long to complete. This is not considered ‘stability and security’ of what is now taking place in Iraq. do you think it is? Any imagination can’t erase what we are witnessing with our own eyes during this election saga. Do you think global investors don’t see it too. What good it this doing for Iraq? This grab for power and control by the Iranian backed politicians. Don’t the true Iraqi patriotic politicians even see it too?

Every time the Project to Delete the Zero has come up, the Central Bank has said the same thing: “this is an administrative reform, not a revaluation, and it will not change the exchange rate”. In my Newsletters at that time, I tried to prove to you this statement was not just propaganda from the CBI to fool us but factual information from the CBI. I told you there was not really going to be a direct RV inside Iraq. There was not going to be long lines at the banks to exchange in Iraq. I said at that time the newer lower denomination 25 note would be worth the same as the 25000 note today, as an example. Only it would be missing the zeros. This is not a revaluation. Get it? The CBI has said this not me. It could not be any clearer.

The most recent official CBI statement, issued in November 2025, went out of its way to reject even the rumor of an exchange rate change and to condemn speculation as harmful to Iraq’s economic stability.

If and when Iraq eventually redenominates its currency, it will be good news for Iraqi businesses, Iraqi accounting departments, and the Iraqi banking sector. It will not be good news for people holding physical banknote bundles in other countries, waiting for a life-changing windfall.

Having said all this I want to keep telling you that it is the reinstatement and NOT the redenomination that we want and this is what will get us to the bank. It is this that will bring us the change in the rate of the dinar sizable that we all want and not the Project to Delete the Zeros. Can it get any clearer? However, having said this the project to delete the zeros, in the master plan of a revaluation, must precede the reinstatement. Read this paragraph again and again and truly understand it, then memorize it. This is exactly where most people mess up in their thinking about this investment.

Will other currencies also revalue on FOREX as the same time? This Newsletter is all about the Iraqi dinar revaluation, but we are also not stupid either and can see the potential of all the countries that president Trump is now touching with his foreign policy such as with Venezuela, Cuba and Iran. These actions are not coincidental and they had to happen to free the world of terrorism. Folks there is a plan and this plan also includes the aftermath. Once freed up they become potential sources for investors and place themselves within the spere of economic development and growth with new global investment money, something they could not do or would want to do without losing everything under this Islamic terrorism mode.

I just want to end with saying that if this Iranian stuff does not get fixed in Iraq, it too will fall into this spere of non-investable and must climb out of it. I will warn you that they are almost there without some drastic changes. It was not so much the 2003 war that devasted the economy but instead the Iranians who came into Iraq afterwards filling the gap when the US pulled out, and even after 20 years later, Iranian influence  has made it still skeptical for the larger investors. This is why we have not yet seen the reinstatement.

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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.

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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 Biblical And Unprecedented Things Will Take Place Across This World ”

Go to the 13:19 mark for the prophecy. April 5th  

“JD VANCE WILL NEVER BE THE PRESIDENT ”

Go to the 15:23 mark for the prophecy. April 5th  

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.  

SAUDI LEADER MAKES CROWD GO QUIET W/ TRUTH OF IRAN’S NUCLEAR DEAL

MUSLIMS THOUGHT THE U.S. WOULD BOW DOWN TO ISLAM

“SHE WAS PAID TO PROSECUTE TRUMP”

Fani Willis panics as lawmakers uncover massive no-bid payments

ANOTHER HOPEFUL CANDIDATE FOR GITMO

His sex-capades are not the worst of it. What about when he sold classified information to the communist Chinese?

FINALLY THE ‘DELUSION’ IS OVER ABOUT OBAMA

If you are an Obama worshiper you have been taken for a fool. If we study most of the problems today in our society most of it comes down to the eight years of the Obama administration. These are FACTS, not lies or Obama bashing. If the shoe fits, wear it.

IRAN REVEALS ALARMING NUCLEAR STOCKPILE DURING US NEGOTIATIONS

TALKS BRAKE DOWN AGAIN. THE US HAS THE MOMENTUM IN THE STRAIGHTS.

‘FINISH THE JOB’

ALL REVENUE’: Blockade aims to CHOKE Iran’s economy at its core.

‘MILITIAS MAY GET ACTIVATED’: Chilling new warning on Iranian threat inside US

AMANDA GRACE: PROPHETIC WORD ABOUT FALSE PROPHET YUVAL NOAH HARARI

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.

AL-JUBOURI RULES OUT DECIDING ON A CANDIDATE FOR PRIME MINISTER WITHIN THE CURRENT WEEK.

The former MP, Thaer al – Jubouri, ruled out on Tuesday the possibility of the Coordination Framework finalizing its candidate for prime minister this week. He indicated that meetings and consultations are still ongoing, suggesting that the nomination of the largest bloc’s candidate will likely be decided in the final hours of the constitutional deadline.

Speaking to Al-Maalomah, al-Jubouri said, “Speculation that the Coordination Framework will officially announce its candidate for the next prime minister this week is unlikely, in our view, for several reasons.” He added that “holding a broad meeting among the Framework’s leaders may depend on the understandings that will emerge regarding this important matter.”

He explained that “the final hours of the constitutional deadline for presenting the largest bloc’s candidate to the president for his appointment may witness the identification and naming of the candidate.” He clarified that “several names are being discussed, but the Coordination Framework, as the largest parliamentary bloc, is ultimately the body authorized to nominate the candidate.”

Al-Jubouri affirmed that “the Coordination Framework is committed to the constitutional timelines and keen to expedite the formation of the government in light of clear internal and external challenges, particularly in the financial, economic, and security sectors.” He stressed that “forming a fully empowered government is of paramount importance, not only for the Coordination Framework but for all political forces in the country.”

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THE PATRIOTIC UNION SETS A CONDITION FOR PARTICIPATING IN THE REGIONAL GOVERNMENT.

Burhan Sheikh Raouf, a member of the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan (PUK), confirmed on Tuesday that the caretaker government in the Kurdistan Region, headed by Masrour Barzani, has not been up to par, stressing the need to formulate a government program that is completely different from the previous one.

Sheikh Raouf told Al-Maalomah News Agency, “The caretaker government has not corrected its course and has not delivered anything tangible to the citizens.” He explained that “the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan (PUK) is ready for dialogue regarding the formation of the new government, but on the condition that the scenario of the current Barzani-led government is not repeated.”

He added, “The next phase requires a government that is radically different in its performance and possesses an ambitious program that meets the aspirations of the people.” He pointed out that “the PUK will not agree to the formation of a government that reproduces the failures of the caretaker government, which has not addressed the service and living conditions in the region.”

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L-SAADAWI: THE DECISION REGARDING THE PREMIERSHIP RESTS ON TWO NAMES…NO ALTERNATIVES HAVE BEEN PROPOSED.

Member of the Reconstruction and Development Committee, Abdul Hadi al-Saadawi, revealed on Wednesday that the competition for the premiership has narrowed down to only two names, ruling out the possibility of any “compromise candidates” at this stage.

Al-Saadawi told Al-Maalouma, “Talk of proposing alternative names or new candidates for the position of the next prime minister is baseless,” explaining that “the political circles have not yet witnessed the emergence of any name as a compromise candidate.”

(Mnt Goat: We were told there might be nine (9) candidates total earlier this week so I guess they narrowed them down to maybe two or three namely Al-Sudani, Al-Maliki and Al-Badri. Read on there are many more articles.)

He added that “the competition remains fierce and is limited to Nouri al-Maliki, head of the State of Law Coalition, and the current caretaker Prime Minister, Mohammed Shia al-Sudani,” noting that “understandings within the political blocs are still focused on these two options without resorting to third options at present.”

The political arena is witnessing continuous activity to resolve the issue of the largest bloc and the selection of the new prime minister amidst differing viewpoints among the influential forces.

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THE MOMENT OF TRUTH IS APPROACHING… CONFLICTING VISIONS WITHIN THE FRAMEWORK THREATEN TO DERAIL THE GOVERNMENT’S PLANS.

The corridors of theCoordination Framework continue to witness intense political activity, accompanied by clear conflicting positions and visions. This has become the “most difficult obstacle” preventing the final announcement of the candidate for the new prime minister.

Despite optimistic statements from some leaders about an imminent resolution, behind-the-scenes indications point to differing viewpoints regarding the selection mechanism and the required qualifications for the next phase. This comes amidst constitutional time constraints that compel the Coordination Framework forces to expedite internal restructuring.

The Coordination Framework is currently undergoing a difficult process of choosing between several options on the table. Partisan interests intersect with the desire to present a figure who enjoys national and popular acceptance. This has made the final consensus a complex process that goes beyond simply selecting a name. It involves charting a roadmap for the upcoming political phase, which cannot tolerate further deadlock. There is widespread anticipation regarding the outcome of the meetings in the coming hours, which will determine the political direction of the country.

Ali al-Fatlawi, a leader in the Reconstruction and Development Bloc, predicted that the Coordination Framework would reach a final agreement on the next prime minister during its meetings today or tomorrow. He also confirmed that there were no discussions regarding the revival of the vice-presidential positions.

Al-Fatlawi told Al-Maalouma News Agency that “the leaders of the Coordination Framework have a serious desire and determination to finalize the selection of the largest bloc’s candidate within the specified constitutional timeframes and deadlines, avoiding any procrastination.”

He added that “the Framework has several options and political paths that will be weighed to arrive at the most suitable candidate for the current stage,” indicating that “the atmosphere within the meetings is positive and moving towards a solution.”
However, Sheikh Haider al-Lami, a leader in the State of Law Coalition, held the opposite view, telling Al-Maalouma News Agency that the meeting scheduled for Wednesday evening would not produce a final result for several reasons, suggesting that “the Framework will be unable to resolve the issue of nominating the largest bloc’s candidate within the specified constitutional timeframe.”

Al-Lami denied that the head of the coalition, Nouri al-Maliki, had withdrawn his candidacy for the position of the next prime minister in favor of Basim al-Badri, stating that “what some media outlets reported, citing a political source, about al-Maliki withdrawing his candidacy for the position of prime minister is completely untrue.”

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A DEPUTY REVEALS THE MAP OF THE DIVISION WITHIN THE COORDINATION FRAMEWORK BETWEEN THE SUDANESE AND MALIKI FACTIONS.

Member of Parliament Murtada Al-Ibrahimi revealed today, Thursday, the map of alliances and political changes within the coordination framework regarding the file of naming the candidate of the largest bloc, stressing the existence of a division between three fronts that support Al-Maliki and Al-Sudani and another that takes a neutral position.

In a televised statement monitored by Al-Maalomah News Agency, Al-Ibrahimi said, “The Coordination Framework map has been divided into three sections as of Wednesday night.

1.The first section includes six leaders who support renewing the mandate of Mohammed Shia al-Sudani. The bloc supporting al-Sudani includes the Reconstruction and Development Bloc, the Badr Organization, the Wisdom Movement, the Sanad Movement, and the Sadiqun Movement.  

2.While three leaders support the head of the State of Law Coalition, Nouri al-Maliki, He explained that “those supporting Nouri al-Maliki are the Dawa Party, the Supreme Council, and the Asas Gathering.”

3.And three others are adopting a neutral stance including the Victory Coalition, the Determination Bloc, and the Virtue Party,” noting that “these figures reflect the nature of the ongoing movement within the framework’s forces to resolve the issue of the next prime minister.”

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THE FRAMEWORK INTENSIFIES ITS DISCUSSIONS BEFORE SATURDAY’S DECISION… AL-BADRI AND AL-SUDANI ARE THE MOST LIKELY CANDIDATES FOR THE PREMIERSHIP.

The leadership of the Coordination Framework, which includes the ruling Shiite political forces in Iraq, is scheduled to hold a crucial meeting on Saturday 4/18 at the home of Ammar al-Hakim, head of the National State Forces Alliance, to choose a candidate for the position of Prime Minister, especially with the shrinking of the legal period specified after the election of the President of the Republic.

In this regard, the leader of the framework, Amer Al-Fayez, told Shafaq News Agency that the framework is expected to reach an agreement in Saturday’s meeting to choose its candidate for prime minister, indicating that the most prominent candidates for this position are the current Prime Minister, Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani, and Basim Al-Badri.

He confirmed that Nouri al-Maliki, the head of the State of Law Coalition, is still a candidate for prime minister and has not officially withdrawn his candidacy, despite media reports suggesting he might withdraw due to his diminished chances of obtaining the position as a result of the American “veto” imposed on him.

Regarding the existence of sharp political disagreements between the parties of the framework due to the delay in proceeding with the formation of the next federal government, Al-Fayez stressed that “there are no divisions within the framework, but rather there is a difference of views regarding the selection of candidates for the position of Prime Minister.”

On Wednesday evening, the coordinating framework decided to postpone its meeting scheduled for that night until next Saturday, after reaching “important” understandings regarding the leadership of the government.

This comes against the backdrop of a division within the coordination framework that split it into three wings due to disagreements over the candidate for the next prime minister, according to what a well-informed political source revealed earlier on Wednesday.

The political source told Shafaq News Agency on Wednesday that “the disagreements within the framework are no longer limited to differing viewpoints, but have developed into an actual split within the alliance into three main wings, which has cast a shadow over today’s meeting scheduled to be held at Humam Hamoudi’s house, with growing doubts about the possibility of postponing it to another date.”

He explained that “the first faction insists on nominating the leader of the State of Law Coalition, Nouri al-Maliki, or any figure who enjoys his explicit support from among the proposed names, while a second faction is pushing for the renaming of the caretaker Prime Minister, Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, while the third faction prefers to go for a compromise candidate who can gain wider acceptance within and outside the Shiite community.”

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AL-DHARI: SUNNI FORCES CLARIFY THEIR POSITION REGARDING NOURI AL-MALIKI, THE CANDIDATE OF THE COORDINATION FRAMEWORK FOR PRIME MINISTER

A leader in the Azm Alliance, Mohammed al-Dhari, revealed today, Thursday, that Sunni forces, with the exception of the head of the Taqaddum Alliance, Mohammed al-Halbousi, do not oppose the nomination of Nouri al-Maliki, the Coordination Framework’s candidate, for the premiership.

Al-Dhari told Al-Maalomah News Agency that “the Sunni National Council has not received any notification from the Coordination Framework forces regarding changing their candidate for the premiership, Nouri al-Maliki, or replacing him with another figure.

Most Sunni parties, with the exception of the head of the Taqaddum Alliance, Mohammed al-Halbousi, have expressed their readiness to vote for the Coordination Framework’s candidate, Nouri al-Maliki, while emphasizing flexibility and not using a veto against any figure agreed upon by the Shiite forces. This step aims to achieve political stability and form a consensus government, away from political posturing.”

He added that “the moderate Sunni political forces, which reject Halbousi’s approach, are prepared to vote for the prime ministerial candidate chosen by the Coordination Framework, the main Shiite bloc, without objecting to any individual, including former Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki.”

He explained that “the Sunni forces’ position aims to facilitate the formation of the Iraqi government and overcome political obstacles.”

He emphasized that “this stance comes in light of the Coordination Framework’s insistence on proceeding with al-Maliki’s nomination, despite the Trump administration’s objections.”

(Mnt Goat: So it does not look like the Coordination Framework is going to pull al-Maliki’s nomination, despite the Trump administration’s objections. Oh boy! ☹)

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BETWEEN MALIKI, ABADI, AND COMPROMISE CANDIDATES: 3 SCENARIOS ON THE TABLE TO DECIDE THE PREMIERSHIP

The Iraqi political scene is witnessing intense activity within the Coordination Framework, as consultations and closed-door meetings continue to resolve the issue of the next prime minister’s candidate. This comes amidst public anticipation and differing opinions regarding the shape of the upcoming political phase.

According to political sources, the Coordination Framework’s leadership is holding successive meetings at the homes of several of its leaders in Baghdad, attempting to reach a consensus formula that will end the current political deadlock and determine the identity of the candidate who will lead the next government during what is described as a sensitive period both domestically and internationally.

On Monday evening, the Coordination Framework’s leadership held a small meeting at the home of Nouri al-Maliki, head of the State of Law Coalition, with several prominent figures in attendance, to discuss the agenda for the upcoming meeting dedicated to resolving the issue of the prime minister.

An informed political source told Al-Maalomah that “the meeting included Nouri al-Maliki, the head of the Supreme Islamic Council, Humam Hamoudi, the head of the Hikma Movement, Ammar al-Hakim, the Secretary-General of Asa’ib Ahl al-Haq, Qais al-Khazali, and the Popular Mobilization Forces leader, Abu Fadak al-Muhammadawi.”
He indicated that “the discussions focused on the mechanism for managing internal agreements, the proposed names, and the possibility of bridging the viewpoints of the various parties.”

He noted that “those present also discussed the nature of the upcoming meeting expected to be held at the home of the head of the Supreme Islamic Council, Humam Hamoudi, which will be dedicated to continuing discussions on the candidates and finalizing the decision-making mechanism, whether through direct consensus or internal voting.”
In a related context, the spokesperson for the Victory Coalition, Salam al-Zubaidi, revealed details of a crucial meeting of the leaders of the Coordination Framework scheduled for Wednesday. He explained that the meeting will discuss three main scenarios for deciding on the nomination of the largest bloc’s candidate for the next prime minister.

Al-Zubaidi clarified to Al-Maalomah that:

1.“the first scenario involves reaching an agreement on one of the currently proposed names, including Mohammed Shia al-Sudani or Haider al-Abadi as potential alternatives if no agreement is reached on other names within the framework. No al-Maliki?

2.The second scenario involves selecting a candidate from a list of nine names that were proposed in previous meetings, with six of them still under active discussion.”

3.“the third scenario involves choosing a ‘compromise candidate’ from outside the coordination framework if agreement on the first two options proves impossible. However, this option remains, in his words, unlikely at the present stage, given the political forces’ desire to keep the decision within the internal framework.”
He pointed out that “the forces within the coordination framework remain committed to the option of consensus and agreement as the primary path to resolving the issue of the next prime minister, in order to avoid any divisions that might affect the unified political stance of the largest bloc, at a time when political, economic, and security pressures are increasing, requiring a swift resolution to this matter.”

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STATE OF LAW RESPONDS TO “RECONSTRUCTION”: MALIKI HAS NOT AND WILL NOT WITHDRAW HIS CANDIDACY FOR PRIME MINISTER

The State of Law Coalition confirmed on Wednesday that its leader, Nouri al-Maliki, is committed to his candidacy for prime minister, in response to proposals that suggested presenting Basim al-Badri as a compromise candidate within the coordination framework.

Coalition member Zuhair al-Jalabi told Shafaq News Agency that “Maliki has not and will not give up his candidacy for the premiership for any of the names being circulated in the media, and he cannot give up.”

He added that “the coordinating framework, which nominated Maliki for the premiership, if it decides to change its candidate by a majority vote and nominate another person, then this is possible and acceptable.”

Al-Jalabi explained that “so far there is no candidate for the premiership other than al-Maliki,” stressing that “al-Maliki asked the Coordination Framework, in the event of any alternative candidate, to announce him through a majority agreement within the Framework, as happened with his nomination.”

He stressed that “Al-Maliki has not and will not back down, and this matter is settled. What is being presented in the media is incorrect, and there is absolutely no such intention on the part of Al-Maliki.”

Earlier, Qusay Mahbouba, a leader in the Reconstruction and Development Coalition, confirmed that Basim al-Badri had been put forward as a compromise candidate within the coordination framework for the position of the next Prime Minister, questioning the implications of this for Nouri al-Maliki’s political future and the unity of the framework.

Mahbouba said in a post on the “X” website, “Al-Maliki is giving way to Basim Al-Badri… Has Mr. Al-Maliki decided to retire politically? And leave the ranks of leaders? Has he decided that his giving way to Basim Al-Badri will be the straw that breaks the back of the Shiite coordination framework?”

It is worth noting that the Speaker of Parliament, Hebat al-Halbousi, had called on the largest parliamentary bloc last Saturday (April 11) to nominate its candidate for the premiership within a maximum period of 15 days, based on Article 76 of the Constitution, following the election of the President of the Republic.

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A SPLIT WITHIN THE FRAMEWORK INTO THREE FACTIONS, AND MALIKI CONFRONTS THE OBJECTORS WITH A NEW CONDITION.

An informed political source revealed on Wednesday that escalating divisions within the coordination framework are threatening the convening of the anticipated meeting to decide on the name of the prime minister candidate, amid sharp differences among its leaders regarding the figure who will assume the position in the next phase.

These disputes come at a time when the government formation process has entered a critical constitutional phase, following the election of Nizar Amidi as President of the Republic on April 11, and the obligation of the largest parliamentary bloc to present its candidate for the premiership within a maximum period of 15 days.

The source told Shafaq News Agency that the disagreements within the framework are no longer limited to differing viewpoints, but have developed into an actual split within the alliance into three main wings, which has cast a shadow over today’s meeting scheduled to be held at Humam Hamoudi’s house, with growing doubts about the possibility of postponing it to another date.

According to the source, the first faction insists on nominating the leader of the State of Law Coalition, Nouri al-Maliki, or any figure who enjoys his explicit support from among the proposed names, while the second faction is pushing for the renaming of the caretaker Prime Minister, Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, while the third faction prefers to go for a compromise candidate who can gain wider acceptance within and outside the Shiite bloc.

He added that the leaders decided to put a list of names on the meeting table, including Nouri al-Maliki or someone who has his support, Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, Basim al-Badri, Ali Youssef al-Shukri, Hamid al-Shatri, Abdul-Ilah al-Naili, and Mohsen al-Mandalawi.

This dispute is more sensitive because al-Maliki was originally put forward as an official candidate for the Coordination Framework for the Prime Minister, before the calculations became complicated later due to internal objections and external pressures, most notably the American position rejecting the establishment of a government that it sees as subject to Iranian influence, which reshuffled the cards within the framework and prompted some of its parties to reopen the search for alternatives or a compromise candidate.

(Mnt Goat: Just remember the Coordination Framework could nominate Maliki and they can also take the nomination away at any time they wish. It is not entirely up to Maliki. Will they do it based on the request of the US?)

For his part, Abu Mithaq al-Masari, a member of the coordinating framework, told Shafaq News Agency that the problem was no longer limited to the name of the candidate, but extended to the method of withdrawing al-Maliki’s nomination itself.

According to Al-Masari, Al-Maliki insists that those who oppose his nomination submit individual requests signed with their names, thus clearly holding each party politically responsible. Meanwhile, leaders within the framework who reject his return insist that the withdrawal request be collective and under the title of the Coordinating Framework, in order to avoid turning the crisis into a direct personal confrontation with him.

The scene is becoming more complicated with the continuation of mutual boycotts within the framework, as Shafaq News sources reported earlier that a meeting scheduled for this week was postponed due to a boycott by some leaders, while a small meeting held at al-Maliki’s house discussed the agenda of the next meeting and the nominated names, with the addition of Ali al-Shukri’s name to the list of contenders, at a time when Basim al-Badri is emerging as one of the most prominent settlement candidates.

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AL-ABADI’S COALITION REVEALS “THREE SCENARIOS” FOR DECIDING ON THE FRAMEWORK CANDIDATE IN TOMORROW’S MEETING

The spokesperson for the Victory Coalition, Salam al-Zubaidi, revealed on Tuesday details of a crucial meeting of the leaders of the Coordination Framework scheduled for Wednesday. He explained that the meeting will discuss three main scenarios for deciding on the nomination of the largest bloc’s candidate for prime minister.

Al-Zubaidi told Al-Maalomah News Agency, “The leaders of the Framework will hold their meeting tomorrow after it was postponed yesterday at the request of the head of the State of Law Coalition, Nouri al-Maliki.” He indicated that “the political table of the Framework’s leaders has three paths regarding deciding on the largest bloc’s candidate for the next prime minister. The first involves discussing and agreeing on Mohammed Shia al-Sudani or Haider al-Abadi as alternatives to al-Maliki.”

He added, “The second scenario involves choosing one of the six remaining candidates from the previously proposed list of nine. The third scenario involves a compromise candidate from outside the framework if the first two options are not agreed upon.” He described the latter option as “very weak at the present time,” explaining that “the forces within the Coordination Framework are still keen to ensure a unanimous vote on the next prime minister candidate to guarantee the unity of the largest bloc’s political stance.”

It is worth noting that the head of the Tasmeem Alliance, Amer al-Fayez, revealed in a press statement followed by Al-Maalouma last Sunday that the Coordination Framework intends to discuss the names of nine candidates for prime minister at its meeting tomorrow.

He indicated that“among the nominated names are the head of the State of Law Coalition, Nouri al-Maliki; the caretaker prime minister, Mohammed Shia al-Sudani; former prime minister, Haider al-Abadi; the head of the Accountability and Justice Commission, Basim al-Badri; the leader of the Asas Party, Mohsen al-Mandalawi; the head of the Intelligence Service, Hamid al-Shatri; the prime minister’s advisor, Mohammed Sahib al-Daraji; the former Minister of Planning, Ali Shukri; and the National Security Advisor, Qasim al-Araji.”

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THE REASON FOR POSTPONING THE COORDINATION FRAMEWORK MEETING HAS BEEN REVEALED… AND THESE ARE THE LATEST DEVELOPMENTS FROM THE PRIME MINISTER’S OFFICE.

Salam Al-Zubaidi, a member of the Victory Alliance, revealed the reason for postponing the coordination framework meeting, pointing to urgent developments that prompted the leaders to request the postponement while consultations continue to resolve the issue of the premiership.

Al-Zubaidi said during his appearance on the “On the Ruler” program broadcast by Al-Furat satellite channel: “It was hoped that this meeting of the Coordination Framework would be decisive today; however, emergency developments occurred that prompted the leaders to request a postponement,” stressing that “the Framework seeks to reach a full agreement on the Prime Minister candidate, away from division.”

He pointed out that “the competition is currently limited to three names, while other names are being put forward for the purposes of political maneuvering.”

Al-Zubaidi added that “the head of the State of Law Coalition, Nouri al-Maliki, is still holding on to his nomination; however, he may concede if the framework decides on an alternative candidate,” indicating that “the framework has no option but to put forward an alternative figure at the current stage.”

He indicated that “next Saturday’s meeting may largely decide on the candidate’s name, with the possibility of announcing the name 24 hours before the constitutional deadlines expire,” stressing “the framework’s commitment to adhering to the constitutional deadlines in order to restore confidence in the political process.”

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DESPITE THE HORMUZ BLOCKADE, GIANT TANKERS ARE HEADING TO BASRA PORTS, AND IRAQI CRUDE OIL IS FLOWING TO MARKETS.

Giant oil tankers continue their journeys to Iraqi ports to load crude shipments, despite escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz and the tightening of the US embargo on ships linked to Iran, in an indication of the continued global demand for Iraqi oil and the assurance of the security of its supplies.

Shipping data from the international ship-tracking company Kpler showed that the giant oil tanker “Alecia” – which is on the US sanctions lists – entered the waters of the Gulf and is expected to dock in Iraq in the coming days.

In the same context, the tanker “Agios Phanorios 1” was spotted making its way towards Basra to load a shipment of “Basra crude” destined for a refinery in Vietnam.

In contrast, the data revealed that the tanker “Rich Stary” failed to overcome the American embargo imposed on ships that had previously docked in Iranian ports, forcing it to return to the Strait of Hormuz one day after attempting to leave the Gulf.

This maritime confusion comes in the wake of Washington’s announcement of a comprehensive naval blockade on Tehran, which has severely restricted the movement of ships; tankers linked to the Iranian side have been unable to cross the strait in recent hours, and some have been forced to return to their points of origin.

These measures have caused a noticeable decline in shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz – the world’s most important energy artery – amid a state of anticipation and caution prevailing in global energy markets as they await the outcome of the current escalation.

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A $55 BILLION PROJECT TO BYPASS THE STRAIT OF HORMUZ… AND IRAQ IS AT THE HEART OF THE PLAN.

(Mnt Goat: I have to remind everyone the Kim Clement prophecy about three (3) new sources of energy that will come about. One from the sky, one from the land and one from the ocean. Is this bypass pipeline every really going to come about? Is God going to bring this newer energy sources to use any time soon or will it be much later? God also just recently told he is going to divert much of the oil from the Arab countries to the U.S. and Israel. Yes, many middle eastern well will simply begin to dry up…wow! Let’s see how this will play out in the near future.)

Gulf states, including Iraq, are considering building an alternative oil pipeline network to bypass the Strait of Hormuz, at an estimated cost of $55 billion, amid escalating geopolitical risks, according to an analysis published by Reuters.

The analysis indicates that imposing fees on tanker transit, even at limited levels, could constitute a significant financial burden on oil producers, prompting them to seek long-term alternatives that reduce dependence on this vital corridor.

Iraq stands out as a pivotal element in the project, as the plan includes the construction of two pipelines extending from its south through Kuwait and Saudi Arabia, reaching ports on the Arabian Sea, such as the port of Duqm and the port of Salalah, which would allow the export of oil directly to Asian markets without passing through Hormuz.

Despite the project’s cost, the analysis suggests it may be economically viable, as it roughly equals the potential revenue over approximately 25 years, and it also gives countries in the region, including Iraq, greater flexibility in exporting oil and reduces risks associated with maritime routes.

The project is also expected to be jointly financed by the beneficiary countries, with the cost distributed according to the volume of use, while implementation may take several years, which means continued reliance on the Strait of Hormuz in the near term.

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AMERICA BECOMES A “MAJOR EXPORTER” OF OIL FOR THE FIRST TIME SINCE WORLD WAR II

Reuters reported on Thursday that America has become a “major exporter” of oil for the first time since World War I due to events in the Middle East and disruptions to crude supplies through the Strait of Hormuz.

Reuters reported that the United States almost became a net exporter of crude oil last week for the first time since World War II, as shipments jumped to near-record highs to meet demand from Asian and European buyers rushing to make up for Middle East supplies disrupted by the Iran war.

The war being waged by the United States and Israel against Iran has led to the biggest ever disruption in the global energy market, and Iranian threats to maritime navigation have blocked about one-fifth of the world’s oil and gas supplies from passing through the Strait of Hormuz.

Asian and European refiners that had relied on supplies from the region scrambled to find alternative shipments from anywhere possible, leading to a sharp increase in demand for oil from the United States, the world’s largest producer.

Analysts and traders say the United States is rapidly approaching its maximum export capacity.

Net crude imports, or the difference between imports and exports, fell to 66,000 barrels per day last week, the lowest level recorded in weekly data going back to 2001, according to U.S. government data released Wednesday.

Exports rose to 5.2 million barrels per day, the highest level in seven months.

According to the data, the United States has not been a net exporter of crude oil since 1943, on an annual basis.

Countries such as Greece have purchased American crude oil for the first time ever in the past few months.

Kepler ship-tracking data shows a tanker carrying 500,000 barrels of crude oil is en route to Türkiye, marking the first U.S. export to that country in at least a year.

Meanwhile, imports to the United States fell by more than 1 million barrels per day to 5.3 million barrels per day last week. The United States still imports a significant amount of crude oil because its refineries are designed to process heavier crudes than the light sweet crude it produces.

Matt Smith, an analyst at Kpler, predicted that US exports would reach approximately 5.2 million barrels per day in April.

Traders and analysts say the United States could export up to six million barrels per day, citing limited pipeline capacity and tanker availability.

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PAKISTAN CONFIRMS US AND IRAN ARE READY TO HOLD TALKS

(Mnt Goat: I need everyone to notice that all these talks since the very beginning have not involved the United Nations. Why is that? Why are they holding the talks in India and not NYC UN building? Think about it…..)

Pakistani Foreign Minister Tahir Andarabi announced on Thursday that the United States and Iran are ready to hold a round of talks in an attempt to reach an agreement to end the war, but he did not specify a date for this round.

Andrabi said there was no information on where the second round of US-Iranian talks would be held, but that his country would keep communication channels open between the US and Iran.

He noted that contacts are ongoing to ensure the continuation of talks between Washington and Tehran, stressing that America and Iran are ready to hold talks and efforts are continuing.

He stressed that Pakistan’s efforts to reach an agreement between Washington and Tehran have international support.

Andrabi noted that Lebanon remains part of the ceasefire in effect, and stressed that peace in Lebanon is essential for peace talks, explaining that the nuclear issue is among the issues being discussed.

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US REINFORCEMENTS FOR HARIR BASE: 1,000 SOLDIERS ON THEIR WAY TO ERBIL

A local source in Anbar province reported on Tuesday that US forces intend to reinforce their military presence in northern Iraq by deploying more than 1,000 troops to both Harir Air Base and the US Consulate in Erbil.

The source told Al-Maalomah that “initial contingents of troops have arrived by air at Harir Air Base, with additional reinforcements expected in the coming period, with the aim of securing US facilities in Erbil.” He added that these movements coincide with escalating regional tensions, amid stalled negotiations regarding the Iranian nuclear issue.
He noted that “US forces had previously reduced some of their presence at the base before sending new reinforcements, without any official confirmation so far from the US Department of Defense or Iraqi government authorities.

It is worth noting that Harir Air Base is one of the locations where international coalition forces are stationed and witnesses occasional military movements related to security developments in the region.

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TRUMP: IRAN HAS AGREED TO HAND OVER ITS STOCKPILE OF ENRICHED URANIUM

US President Donald Trump said on Thursday that Iran had agreed to hand over its stockpile of enriched uranium, indicating that the two sides were “close” to reaching a peace agreement that would end six weeks of war.

“They have agreed to return the nuclear dust to us,” Trump told reporters at the White House, using the term to refer to the stockpile of enriched uranium that the United States says could be used to make nuclear weapons.

Trump added that a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon would include Hezbollah, noting the possibility of a meeting between the leaders of Lebanon and Israel at the White House within the next week or two.

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MINERALS AND “WHITE GOLD” PUT NAJAF ON THE INVESTMENT MAP IN IRAQ

The Iraqi Geological Survey Authority confirmed that Najaf Governorate represents one of the most prominent areas for mining investment in Iraq, due to its strategic mineral wealth and high-quality silica sand (white gold).

Senior Geologist Haider Hadi Abdul Zahra, director of the Najaf office of the commission, said, “The commission is working to promote mineral investment within an integrated industrial, geological and economic environment, given the importance of this sector in supporting the national economy and diversifying sources of income.”

He added that “the Authority seeks to develop and promote mineral investment in various regions of Iraq by developing the mining industry and making use of natural resources, while opening the door to investments in accordance with the amended Mineral Investment Law No. (91) of 1988, in a manner consistent with market requirements and contributing to the development of the industrial sector.”

He explained that “the Najaf office provides facilities for the work of the Authority in the covered governorates, through monitoring the field activities of mineral investment operations, providing scientific and technical expertise related to mineral wealth and ways to invest in it, as well as supporting the field teams with experts and technicians to complete mining projects.”

He pointed out that “Najaf Governorate possesses important mineral resources, most notably high-quality limestone deposits used in the manufacture of cement, marble substitutes, and building materials, making it a key factor in supporting housing and urban development projects.”

He added that “the governorate also contains strategic reserves of pure quartz sand and sand suitable for casting used in the ceramics and industrial molds industries, as well as high-quality silica sand used in the manufacture of colored glass.”

He explained that “there are other types of sand used in filtration systems (water filters), in addition to the sand used in the manufacture of concrete bricks, clay bricks, and standard sand used in the manufacture of cement, as well as valley deposits that provide building sand, gravel, and aggregates used in construction work.”

He pointed out that “one of the most prominent indicators of the presence of strategic minerals in Najaf is the mineral strontium sulfate, which is used in advanced industries such as radar and television screens, which enhances the opportunities for advanced industrial investment in the governorate.”

He stressed that “the diversity of mineral reserves in Najaf provides promising investment opportunities in the mining sector, especially in the cement and silica sand industries, which contributes to supporting the national economy and promoting sustainable industrial development.”

Official reports and geological experts confirm that Iraq possesses huge reserves of high-purity silica sand, which is called “white gold” in economic circles, ranging between 350 million confirmed tons and expectations of up to one billion tons in the Anbar and Najaf deserts.

This resource is of paramount strategic importance as it is the primary raw material for the clean energy revolution and the manufacture of solar panels, electronic chips, and optical fibers.

With the purity of these sands reaching 99%, Iraq seeks to transform them from a raw material into advanced manufacturing industries, which could boost the general budget by billions of dollars and provide more than 10,000 job opportunities, coinciding with expectations that the global silica market will grow to reach $85.86 billion by 2033.

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

                                             Just the FACTS!

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April 14, 2026 Mnt Goat News Brief

Guten Tag everyone:

The RV saga continues with the election cycle. The president is now elected in office, however the president of the Kurdistan region did not agree this was the Kurd’s candidate. What will come with this issue? Next step: decide on a new nominee to replace Nori al-Maliki nomination. Will al-Sudani get it? They have 15 days to declare their nominee to parliament and then take a vote. So far 9 candidates that will probably get narrowed down to just a few at the end.

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when it is in your power to act.”

STATUS OF THE RV

Gruss Gott everyone! The news from Iraq and the Middle East is overwhelming. There is so much going on and it changes daily. I will try to give you a very current update or at least current when I wrote this Newsletter.

Let’s first talk about the election cycle. So Iraq claims they ended the over four-month deadlock for the elections and in parliament on Saturday elected the new president. His name is Nizar Mohammed Saeed Amidi. His presidency comes at a price as I will explain. Perhaps the deadlock is not yet over….. We must ask ourselves did they rig the election?  

In the article titled “THE PRIME MINISTER CONGRATULATES NIZAR AMIDI ON HIS ELECTION AS PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC” Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani congratulated Nizar Amidi on Saturday on his election as President of the Republic.

He said “This important step strengthens the ongoing democratic process in our beloved country and completes the constitutional path, as well as embodying the great respect for the will of our people, which they expressed through their distinguished participation in the recent parliamentary elections.” – He added, “With the completion of this national milestone, we now await the crucial step of forming a strong coalition government.   

Who is Nizar Amidi?

He is an Iraqi engineer politician who was just elected  as president of Iraq in April 2026. A member of the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan (PUK), he previously served as the Minister of Environment in the government of Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani from 2022 to 2024. He graduated from the University of Mosul in 1993 with an engineering degree before working as a physics teacher. He has also more than 20 years of experience in governmental and political work and has undertaken executive and advisory roles in Iraqi state institutions. Amidi served as the chief of staff to four previous presidents of Iraq, whose presidencies spanned from 2008 to 2022. He led the Political Bureau of the PUK in Baghdad from 2024.

😊 Let’s first take a peek at the article titled “PRESIDENT MASOUD BARZANI: WE REFUSE TO ELECT A PRESIDENT BEFORE AGREEING ON A PRIME MINISTER.” In it we read that president Masoud Barzani of Kurdistan affirmed before the vote in parliament for the president, that he would take a firm stance regarding the developments in the political process in Iraq, rejecting attempts by some parties within the “Coordination Framework” to proceed with the election of the President of the Republic without resolving the issue of the Prime Minister candidate. Do you know how powerful this state of Barzani really is? It tells us and confirms once again what my contact in the CBI has been telling us all along that the election hold up is not really about the president of Kurdistan but about who would be the nominee for prime minister.

I quote from the article – “President Barzani stressed the need to resolve the two issues “simultaneously” as a basic condition for proceeding with any constitutional entitlement, stressing that this path is the only guarantee to ensure the presence and participation of all political forces in the next session of the House of Representatives, and to achieve the required balance in the administration of the state.”

So, is parliament being premature in scheduling a vote for someone for president. Yes someone that Kurdistan is not putting forward? If this is the case then is this a fair election or are they rigging it? Who put forward the name of Nizar Amidi anyhow as the nominee if not Kurdistan?

Let’s take a peek at the article titled “THE PARLIAMENT’S LEADERSHIP THREATENS MPS WHO ARE ABSENT FROM TOMORROW’S SESSION TO ELECT THE PRESIDENT.” The Speaker of Parliament vowed on Friday to publish the names of MPs who will be absent from tomorrow’s session to elect the President of the Republic. Parliament Speaker Mohammed al-Halbousi said in a statement and I quote from the article –  “We call on political leaders, heads of parliamentary blocs, and members of the House of Representatives to attend tomorrow’s session, Saturday, which is dedicated to electing the President of the Republic, and to proceed with completing the constitutional requirements and prioritizing the supreme national interest”  

Next we must visit more news in this recent article titled “ATROUSHI ANNOUNCES HIS REFUSAL TO ATTEND THE PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION SESSION “OUT OF CONCERN FOR THE STABILITY OF THE POLITICAL PROCESS.” In it we learn that on the Friday, before the session of parliament to elect the new president, Farhad Atroushi, the deputy speaker of the Iraqi parliament, objected to the agenda of the session scheduled for Saturday to elect the president, saying that proceeding with it in the absence of national and political consensus might deepen the disputes instead of ending the deadlock that has been hindering the formation of the government for months.

Okay are you following this saga so far. This next article is mind boggling and reinforces that they are rigging the election and jammed in candidate without first resolving what Kurdistan wanted all a long and that was to learn who the nominee for the prime minister is.  The article is titled “REGARDLESS OF THE KURDISH AGREEMENT, THE FRAMEWORK INTENDS TO DECIDE ON THE POSITION OF PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC AND POSTPONES THE NOMINATION OF THE PRIME MINISTER.”

In this article the coordinating framework that includes the ruling Shiite political forces in Iraq intends to decide on the position of President of the Republic in the House of Representatives session scheduled to be held at the beginning of next week, whether or not an agreement is reached between the Kurdish forces, to whom this position has become their share, while the nomination of a candidate for the position of Prime Minister will be postponed until further notice due to the lack of agreement on this aspect.

In this regard, MP Jawad Rahim Al-Saadi, from the State Forces Alliance, told Shafaq News Agency that next Saturday’s session of the House of Representatives is dedicated to choosing the new President of the Republic of Iraq, stressing that, according to diplomatic and political custom, this position is allocated to the Kurdish forces, “specifically to the Patriotic Union,” as he put it. Yes, it is not for another political block to decide this position which is appears they did on Saturday. Do you see what is going on here with the election. Kurdistan did not select or fully support Nizar Amidi. So who picked him then as the candidate going into Saturday’s session? I do know that he was a potential candidate and they told us this about a month ago. But Kurdistan did not ‘officially’ announce him as their final candidate. Oh… something really bad is cooking in the kitchen with this entire election cycle and I can smell it miles away….

☹ Okay so the saga is far from over. Let’s look at a statement made by the infamous dark, peanut head Nori al-Maliki in the article titled “MALIKI SETS CONDITIONS TO OBSTRUCT SUDANI’S SECOND TERM… AND THE POPULAR MOBILIZATION FORCES ENTER THE FRAY.”  Nouri al-Maliki, head of the State of Law Coalition, informed the leaders of the Coordination Framework of his readiness to withdraw his candidacy for the position of Prime Minister, in exchange for not nominating and renewing the term of the current Prime Minister, Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, for a second term. Yes, we see more and more of the true colors of Nori al-Maliki again come out every time he opens his mouth. Will the Coordination Framework withdrawal Al-Sudani’s nomination anyhow, regardless of his threat? I want to remind you again that Al-Sudani won the popular vote as his block won the most votes of all the blocks. Remember also way back over a months ago Maliki did not nominate himself for prime minister the Coordination Framework joint block nominated him. Does he think he has all the power to control the election candidate for prime minister? This only proves to us that al-Sudani is our man who can continue the reforms and move Iraq forward. The more they resist Sudani for prime minister, the more this confirms to us he should have a second term.

The source told Shafaq News Agency that “Maliki also stipulated that no figure who had previously held the position of Prime Minister in previous governments should be assigned,” referring to the leader of the Victory Coalition, Haider al-Abadi.

Oh, then why does he want the position of prime minister so bad then if this is what he truly believes? He is just playing politics. Can you see how Maliki just moves with the wind and will say anything depending on the direction the wind is blowing. He has no real convictions other than he wants power and control of Iraq for Iran to continue as a proxy puppet state.

He added that several names have been put forward for the position, but no candidate has been decided for prime minister yet.

So, I hope everyone understands what is going on with this election cycle. It appears that Iran is trying desperately to hold on to power in Iraq. This comes in the midst of what is now happing in Iran. Their funds are drying up and they desperately need the continued funds from Iraq to survive, if they even can at this point.

I will project what will most probably happen once the Iranian conflict nears the end. The U.S. under president Trump is going to null and void this election in Iraq and point out the mishaps of what is going on. He will move to site the Judicial Council’s ruling on the matter since it seems it was ignored. Remember the Supreme Judicial Council ruled at that time on it’s interpretation of the largest block and they said was meant as the block which won the popular vote (Al-Sudani’s block The Reconstruction and Development Coalition) not a joint block of a congregate of votes from other blocks combined together to form the largest block. Nouri al-Maliki, head of the State of Law Coalition block received the less votes of all the major blocks, yet he thinks he is going to now dictate terms of who is going to get the nominee for prime minister if he backs out? You have to be kidding me! ☹

Just read the title of al-Sudani’s block – “The Reconstruction and Development Coalition”. This tells us who is going to move the country ahead as he did move Iraq ahead his first four years as prime minister. In fact the progress was amazing, more than in the last two decades. We also learned the strategy of Iran in that they DO NOT want progress and like the status quo. They do not want the dinar to reinstate as it shuts down many of their corrupt schemes to steal the dollars from Iraq. Why would they want al-Sudani then back as prime minister?

There is also a very stupid rumor, and laughable stupidity, that the former special envoy Mark Savoy could be the candidate for prime minister of Iraq. Folks if you fall for this one I have a bridge in Brooklyn NYC I can sell you at a discount price…. Lol.. lol.. lol.. 😊 My advice is stay away from anyone who pushes these kind of idiotic statements.  

In the article titled “THE COORDINATING BODY WILL MEET TOMORROW TO DECIDE ON THE PRIME MINISTERIAL CANDIDATE.” We learn that a meeting will be held on Monday, which was yesterday to name the nominee for prime minister. You would think after over 4 months they would least be able to have a solid nominee by now? What makes you think they will now as a result of this next meeting?

Badr Organization leader Mu’in Al-Kadhimi revealed that a crucial meeting of the coordination framework will be held tomorrow, Monday, to decide on the prime minister candidate if he obtains the approval of two-thirds of the framework’s forces. The candidate will be assigned if he obtains the approval of two-thirds of the members of the Coordination Framework.”

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Next, we need to take a look at the conflict with Iran between Israel and the U.S. to shut down this terrorist state of Iran. There are way too many analogies to make between this Islamic Jhad terrorist sate and the Nazi regime in WW2 to just ignore it, hoping it would just go away.

For Iraq, we know this issue of Iran is directly related to Iraq too, its close neighbor. We are also concerned about its effects on the ongoing saga of their 2025 Iraqi election cycle and the reinstatement timing for the Iraqi dinar.

Many of these intel gurus will tell you it does not matter and the CBI can RV anytime they want. Really? But they are once again just giving you irrational ‘hopium’ to keep you on the edge of this every day / any day bullshit. So, I am here to tell you they are liars and do not know what the hell they are talking about. Frankly, do you really believe the U.S. is going to sign off on the RV in the midst of the war inside Iran and also the election rigging going on in Iraq? I am also in very close contact to my source in the CBI, with the committee to conduct the Project to Delete the Zeros and I am old the U.S. is directly the only one holding back any further progress on the currency reform.

The term Hopium is a slang term describing an irrational, almost addictive form of optimism, where someone clings to unrealistic hopes despite clear evidence of the contrary.

As I said the war with Iran is moving faster than I can keep up with it. Let’s take a peek at the first important article titled ‘A “LAST CHANCE” MISSION: VANCE IN PAKISTAN TO SALVAGE THE FRAGILE TRUCE AND PREVENT THE WAR WITH IRAN FROM ESCALATING.” In a move reflecting the seriousness of the military situation in the Middle East, US President Donald Trump has tasked his Vice President JD Vance with leading urgent diplomatic efforts to find a way out of the six-week-old war with Iran, at a time when the temporary truce is facing imminent collapse amid tensions that have reached unprecedented levels. Vance’s delegation includes Steve Wittkopf, Trump’s special envoy, and Jared Kushner, the former president’s son-in-law who previously participated in three rounds of indirect talks concerning Tehran’s nuclear and missile programs. This meeting represents one of the highest-level contacts between Washington and Tehran since 1979.

Let’s all face it folks these leaders in Iran are not going to change. They are following an ideology that tells them they are superior and through the Muslim bullshit we all must be conquered and converted. So they think they are on some sort of Holy War with the world but actually it is a cult not a religion after all. Any religion that tells you to go out and kill people is not supported by the God that I know. Since there is only one God then who do they actually worship so many times a day? Is it really the dark elements, the satanic elements? Actions after their worship sessions speak louder than words.

I also want to add that the average Iraqi citizens DO NOT support the PMF or these Iranian terrorists groups in Iraq. In the news this period we learn, once again, of just why president Trump told Iraq that if you call yourself a sovereign nation, then you must act like one and get rid of foreign influences namely Iran and their Qud forces still stationed  inside Iraq. But this goes now way beyond these left-over Iranian Qud forces from fighting ISIS, there are now also terrorist organizations that have infiltrated into Iraq too that the U.S. also wants the Iraqi armed forces to appose them and rid Iraq of them. But they won’t. Why?

In this next article titled “WASHINGTON SUMMONS IRAQI AMBASSADOR AND ISSUES “STRONG WARNING” we learn the US State Department summoned the Iraqi ambassador to Washington, Nizar Khairallah, on Thursday, April 9, 2026, to inform him of a strongly worded protest and the US government’s condemnation of the increasing attacks launched by pro-Iranian militias from Iraqi territory.

A statement issued by the US State Department spokesperson said that Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau met with the Iraqi ambassador to express US outrage over the “serious terrorist attacks” targeting diplomatic personnel and facilities, the latest of which was the ambush targeting US diplomats in Baghdad yesterday, April 8.

Can U.S. businesses really want to come into Iraq under these conditions? This is the Trump plan to revitalize Iraq into this huge financial giant. It will eventually take the reinstatement of the dinar too. But first things first.

We see yet more of the armed factions work in Iraq in the article titled “THE REVOLUTIONARY GUARD ESTABLISHES A “FRONT” IN BAGHDAD.” So, Iraqi requests to to the factions halt attacks rejected. Sources revealed that officers in the Iranian Revolutionary Guard continue to manage the operations of armed factions in Iraq and reject political requests to stop the attacks, acting as a “shadow military supervisor” to establish a pressure front on Washington in anticipation of the failure of negotiations with Iran. So, now do you get my point how Iran uses these factions once they are rooted in any country. Two sources from the “Coordination Framework” and the Iraqi government said that the heads of four Shiite parties held discussions in recent weeks with Iranian officials inside Iraq with the aim of convincing them of the need to stop the attacks, but they did not respond.

Sources said that a Quds Force officer with significant influence in Baghdad “does not respond to calls from allies within the coordination framework, limiting his communications to operations officials in armed factions.” The sources quoted a senior Iraqi official, speaking during a private security meeting, as saying, “How is it possible that we cannot stop this man (the Revolutionary Guard officer)?” He added, “Why can’t we arrest him?”

I find this article almost unbelievable of the stupidity in the Iraqi politicians to let this even get to this point with these factions inside Iraq. This article says it all. WOW! WOW! WOW! These Iranian Quds factions in Iraq are uncontrollable and so now the Iraqi politicians themselves are seeing what president Trump has been saying all along. Will they still resist Al-Sudani and his agreement with the US to rid Iraq of these factions! Are you connecting the pieces to this puzzle yet? Are you seeing what is going to happen in the very near future as eventually Iraq will have to get rid of these Iranian backed factions.  

😊 I kind of like some of what is in this article today. Okay so blame it all on the US once again. In this next article I find it offensive, almost ironic since Iraq has every chance to ask these Qud forces to leave Iraq in 2007 once the ISIS war was over. Did they? Now they blame the US for what is going on factions. However, we see momentum taking place is that will they eventually ask the US for help to rid them? I think this is coming in the very near future and Iraq knows it too. The article it titled “AL-KHAZALI: AMERICA IS PREVENTING THE ARMING OF THE IRAQI ARMY AND CONTROLLING THE ECONOMY TO BLACKMAIL THE STATE.” The head of the Victorious parliamentary bloc, Faleh al-Khazali, called on Saturday for the immediate implementation of the parliamentary resolution mandating the withdrawal of foreign forces from the country, asserting that their presence constitutes an obstacle to national sovereignty.  In a statement to the Information Agency, al-Khazali said, “The United States is pursuing a clear policy of preventing the arming of the Iraqi army and the development of its defense capabilities,” indicating that “Washington seeks to maintain its control over the military establishment.”

😊 Next in a recent article we read that the oil must keep flowing to the developed countries, as this is the life -line to them. The blocking of the oil tankers from the middle east can not be continue. Let’s explore what is happening in this direction in the article titled “AMONG THEM IS IRAQ… OIL-PRODUCING COUNTRIES PREPARE TO RESUME EXPORTS THROUGH THE STRAIT OF HORMUZ.” Informed economic sources reported on Friday that oil-producing countries in the Middle East, including Iraq, have contacted Asian refineries to prepare for the resumption of crude exports during the current and following months, following the ceasefire agreement between Iran and the United States. Reuters quoted three sources as saying that Middle Eastern producers have asked Asian refineries to submit crude oil loading programs for April and May, in preparation for resuming shipments through the Strait of Hormuz.

We know that US destroyers are now clearing the mines from the waters of the straight to open the waterway. Careless Iranian navy mined the waters in the recent past without records of the locations of the mines even making the task of clearing them more difficult. In the future there is going to be a canal built that will bypass having to travel around the straights anyhow. This is project is probably going to start soon after this war settles down.

SUMMARY

The summary is meant to help summarize the news not an entire update of the current news. Please also go read all of what I explained to you in the Status of the RV above as you wouldn’t want to miss the details. We all need to understand what is going on and learn the FACTS and the TRUTH. You can’t come to me later asking why is it taking so long for the RV because I am telling you now. I provide this to you so we all can learn and stop listening to all the garbage these intel guru idiots are putting out on the internet about this RV. They have made it into a business, a three-ring circus, rather than honest sources of information to help you. They take a tiny piece of the news and turn it into a mountain of facts that is pure speculation and rumors. My hubby and I sit often and just listen and laugh at how stupid it all is and how gullible people must be to believe this crap.

Don’t be fooled and lulled into this election saga being over soon. I wish it was the case. The outcome of this election will forever change the way elections are run in Iraq. What will most likely happen is this. With this conflict going on in Iran is that this twelve-day ceasefire will be worthless as the Iranians are not yet ready to capitulate. They are liars and do not fulfill agreements anyhow. It is unfortunately they need more destruction of their country first to wake them up. Unbelievable but true, their leadership, of what is left of it, still believes they hold all the cards or any cards at all.

Fortunately for the US, it is buying time for the US Navy to clear the mines in the straight, make passage and allow them to set up a blockade. It is also giving time to build up US marine reinforcements to land on Kharg Island to take control of the oil storage facilities and delivery capabilities of Iranian oil. See my 04/07 Newsletter for more info about this move.

If the Iranians are not going to volunteer to hand over this enriched uranium, then the US will have to go in and take it by force. This will mean a land invasion of some sort.

We should all not expect much out of this 12-day cease fire as the US will most likely have to go ahead with the continued destruction of Iranian infrastructure such as roads, bridges and power plants, as threatened. Yes, it will be the average citizen of Iran that will pay the ultimate price the most, as in all wars. Will this finally wake up the Iranian leadership as so far nothing seems to be working?

The citizens too are part of the problem and bring it upon themselves as they could amass, riot in the millions to appose what is left of the regime. They could storm all military bases and government buildings and take control. But will they help gain their own freedom? Yes, there will be some more loss of lives but this is what results from these Islamic revolutions when they must fall. They are nothing but suffering, death and destruction. When will people learn the truth about this Islamic Jihad, Muslim cult attempt for takeover of the world?  

In Iraq, we all can see Iran is slowly attempting to get their Qud armed forces dug in to control the Iraqi population and the political structure just as they did during the 1979 revolution against the Shah. This is what happens when you allow any cult to take control. There is also going to be a day of reconning in Iraq too for their negligence with their handling of Iran as a so-called sovereign nation. Are they really that sovereign after all?

Under president Trump, there will probably be two options to take for Iraq:

1.a blunt stop to the 2025 elections at some point under allegations of fraud and the fraud will be justified. This Newsletter details the fraud in this election very well;

2.it might also go the other way if al-Sudani is placed for a second term, overlooking the presidency and complaints of the Kurds over it. There will then be no need to rerun all the elections, just maybe the many who elected Iranian parliamentary members;

3.There is a very strong possibility that the US may also force Iraq to recognize the Supreme Judicial Council’s ruling on the definition of the majority block, sooner or later which will change elections forever in Iraq and speed them up according to the timing as stated in the constitution. The US may be enforced to do it in this election cycle with selecting the nominee for prime minister or wait until the next election cycle and work out the details. In the meantime, if Al-Sudani get the prime minister the US will not shake the beehive yet and wait as to how the majority block will be determined for later debate. Again, it all depends who the prime minister nominee turns out to be from the Coordination Framework in next couple weeks. This is at the very heart of the problem with the elections and will be fixed, now or later.  

All of this could happen very quickly and probably will move quickly after the Iranian issues settle down. It is coming. I also want to point out about the oil. The prophet Hank Kunnerman recently told us about a prophetic word concerning oil supplies. We all should go listen to what he had to say concerning future oil prices. I placed his prophecy in the section today.

Let us keep praying. The fact that we are this far along in destroying the Iranian Islamic regime is almost a miracle in my eyes. I never thought I would see this in my lifetime. Yes, I knew it had to happen and prayed for it to happen. This wicked, dark Islamic regime must be totally destroyed if we are ever going to have peace in the middle east. I might also add – peace in the world.

What do you think will happen next?

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                                             Just the FACTS!

PRAYING WITH SINCERITY

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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

Prophetic Words from prophet:  Julie Green

  ““The Education System Is About To Change In Unprecedented Ways ”

Go to the 12:58 mark for the prophecy. From April 4^th   

 So we heard in past prophecies what we heard about corruption in Minnesota is much worst in Arizona and now we here  it is much worst also in Michigan. These are all Blue states.

Prophetic Words from prophet:  Julie Green and discussions with Bernadette Smith about the changes needed in the US educational system and why.

PROPHET HANK KENNEMAN REVELS THE PROPHECY ABOUT THE FUTURE PRICE OF OIL $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$

 Says the price of gas will way, way down and this is why.

PROPHET HANK KUNNEMAN: THE SUPREME COURT, TERM LIMITS, AND INJUSTICE ARE CRUMBLING

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.  

ANOTHER HOPEFUL CANDIDATE FOR GITMO

His sex-capades are not the worst of it. What about when he sold classified information to the communist Chinese?

FINALLY THE ‘DELUSION’ IS OVER ABOUT OBAMA

If you are an Obama worshiper you have been taken for a fool. If we study most of the problems today in our society most of it comes down to the eight years of the Obama administration. These are FACTS, not lies or Obama bashing. If the shoe fits, wear it.

IRAN REVEALS ALARMING NUCLEAR STOCKPILE DURING US NEGOTIATIONS

TALKS BRAKE DOWN AGAIN. THE US HAS THE MOMENTUM IN THE STRAIGHTS.

‘FINISH THE JOB’

ALL REVENUE’: Blockade aims to CHOKE Iran’s economy at its core.

‘MILITIAS MAY GET ACTIVATED’: Chilling new warning on Iranian threat inside US

AMANDA GRACE: PROPHETIC WORD ABOUT FALSE PROPHET YUVAL NOAH HARARI

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.

PRESIDENT MASOUD BARZANI: WE REFUSE TO ELECT A PRESIDENT BEFORE AGREEING ON A PRIME MINISTER.

President Masoud Barzani today affirmed a firm stance regarding the developments in the political process in Iraq, rejecting attempts by some parties within the “Coordination Framework” to proceed with the election of the President of the Republic without resolving the issue of the Prime Minister candidate.

President Barzani said in a statement on Friday via the X platform that insisting on presenting one file over another in light of the lack of clarity regarding the leadership of the government is “unacceptable”.

President Barzani stressed the need to resolve the two issues “simultaneously” as a basic condition for proceeding with any constitutional entitlement, stressing that this path is the only guarantee to ensure the presence and participation of all political forces in the next session of the House of Representatives, and to achieve the required balance in the administration of the state.

Per Masoud Barzani

(Mnt Goat: Yes, I have been telling my readers this was the case all along. My contact in the CBI told me this months ago. The stories about Kurdistan not being able to agree on a president is not all true. The TRUTH finally comes out in the news why they are stalling the presidential candidate. It is all about the prime minister nominee. They don’t want Maliki or anyone like him running the government. A VERY smart political move on their part. All I can say is ‘I told you so’. 😊 ) 

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THE PARLIAMENT’S LEADERSHIP THREATENS MPS WHO ARE ABSENT FROM TOMORROW’S SESSION TO ELECT THE PRESIDENT.

The Speaker of Parliament vowed on Friday to publish the names of MPs who will be absent from tomorrow’s session to elect the President of the Republic.

Parliament Speaker Mohammed al-Halbousi said in a statement, “We call on political leaders, heads of parliamentary blocs, and members of the House of Representatives to attend tomorrow’s session, Saturday, which is dedicated to electing the President of the Republic, and to proceed with completing the constitutional requirements and prioritizing the supreme national interest, in light of the security and economic conditions the country is going through, which require everyone to bear their national responsibilities.”

He confirmed that “the names of the absent MPs, as well as the political blocs that prevent their MPs from attending, will be published in order to inform the public.”

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ATROUSHI ANNOUNCES HIS REFUSAL TO ATTEND THE PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION SESSION “OUT OF CONCERN FOR THE STABILITY OF THE POLITICAL PROCESS.”

On Friday, Farhad Atroushi, the deputy speaker of the Iraqi parliament, objected to the agenda of the session scheduled for Saturday to elect the president, saying that proceeding with it in the absence of national and political consensus might deepen the disputes instead of ending the deadlock that has been hindering the formation of the government for months.

In a statement, Atroushi said that political forces still need more dialogue and understandings to reach a candidate who enjoys broad acceptance, adding that the dispute is not limited to the position of President of the Republic, but also extends to the position of Prime Minister, about whom he said that political forces have the right to see the name of their candidate and express their opinion on him.

He pointed out that his position comes “out of concern for the stability of the political process and to ensure the democratic path in the country.”

Atrushi’s stance comes despite major blocs announcing their intention to attend Saturday’s session. The National State Forces Alliance, led by Ammar al-Hakim, and the Progress Party, led by Mohammed al-Halbousi, confirmed the participation of their representatives in the session. The Reconstruction and Development Bloc, supported by Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, also announced its full attendance.

However, the position of the Kurdistan Democratic Party, to which Atroushi belongs, is still not definitively decided, as the party has linked its participation in the session to reaching a broader political consensus.

(So, basically al-Halbousi is full of shit and trying to stir up members not to attend. That’s what this article is really all about.)

The parliament’s leadership had set April 11 as the date for the special session to elect the president of the republic, in an attempt to end a political deadlock that has persisted since the legislative elections in October/November 2025.

Iraq has exceeded the constitutional deadline by about 70 days, while 148 days have passed without the formation of a new government.

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REGARDLESS OF THE KURDISH AGREEMENT, THE FRAMEWORK INTENDS TO DECIDE ON THE POSITION OF PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC AND POSTPONES THE NOMINATION OF THE PRIME MINISTER.

The coordinating framework that includes the ruling Shiite political forces in Iraq intends to decide on the position of President of the Republic in the House of Representatives session scheduled to be held at the beginning of next week, whether or not an agreement is reached between the Kurdish forces, to whom this position has become their share, while the nomination of a candidate for the position of Prime Minister will be postponed until further notice due to the lack of agreement on this aspect.

Iraqi political parties are trying to alleviate the internal pressure they are under, especially after several months have passed since the legislative elections in late 2025 and their failure to form a new Iraqi government. Regional developments have added another layer of complexity to the scene, with security tensions escalating to unprecedented levels in the Middle East region.

In this regard, MP Jawad Rahim Al-Saadi, from the State Forces Alliance, told Shafaq News Agency that next Saturday’s session of the House of Representatives is dedicated to choosing the new President of the Republic of Iraq, stressing that, according to diplomatic and political custom, this position is allocated to the Kurdish forces, “specifically to the Patriotic Union,” as he put it.

After the Iraqi parliament elected its new speaker, who is from the Sunni component, it was the Kurds’ turn to present their candidate for the position of President of the Republic, which is from this component.

It has been customary for this position to go to the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan party, but in the last two election cycles, the Kurdistan Democratic Party objected to this and began demanding that a candidate from its party assume this position, especially after it swept the elections with the highest number of votes in the two cycles in the Kurdistan Region.

Regarding the Kurds’ position on Saturday’s session, Al-Saadi confirmed, “If they agree, the agreed-upon candidate for the position of President of the Republic will be passed by them, and if that does not happen, the choice will be up to the members of the House of Representatives.”

At the end of 2025, Kurdish leader Masoud Barzani called for a change in the mechanism for electing the Iraqi president, which is the “quota of the Kurds,” while he submitted a proposal that stipulates that this position be held by a candidate chosen by the Kurdish parties and blocs, and not necessarily be exclusive to the two main parties in the region (the Kurdistan Democratic Party and the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan).

The issue of selecting a Kurdish candidate for the presidency of the Republic of Iraq, a position traditionally reserved for this component of Iraqi society, remains unresolved due to political disagreements and a lack of consensus between the two main parties in the Kurdistan Region.

After the fall of Saddam Hussein’s regime in the spring of 2003 at the hands of American forces and their allies, the major political forces of the Shiites, Kurds, and Sunnis adopted a quota system in distributing positions for the three presidencies: the Prime Minister’s office, the Republic, and Parliament.

Regarding the candidate of the Coordination Framework for the position of Prime Minister, the MP from the “State Forces Alliance” indicated that there is no agreed-upon candidate within the framework at the present time, revealing that the framework will present its candidate after the election of the President of the Republic.

The Coordination Framework had officially nominated Maliki on January 24, a move that opened the door to negotiations to form the new government, but the process faltered as disagreements continued over the election of the President of the Republic, the constitutional entitlement that precedes assigning the candidate of the largest bloc to form the government.

Any future prime minister in Iraq will face challenges in managing the balance between Iranian influence and American pressure, as well as the issue of armed factions linked to Tehran.

Pressure on Maliki’s nomination increased after US President Donald Trump announced on January 27 that Washington would not continue to support Iraq if Maliki returned to the premiership, while Maliki later said he would welcome a decision to replace his nomination if it came from the coalition that nominated him.

An informed political source revealed to Shafaq News Agency at the beginning of March that the Coordination Framework had withdrawn its nomination of Maliki for the position of Prime Minister.

Shafaq.com

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THE PRIME MINISTER CONGRATULATES NIZAR AMIDI ON HIS ELECTION AS PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC.

Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani congratulated Nizar Amidi on Saturday on his election as President of the Republic.

In a statement received by the Iraqi News Agency (INA), the Prime Minister said: “We extend our sincere congratulations to Nizar Mohammed Saeed Amidi on his election as President of the Republic by the Council of Representatives. This important step strengthens the ongoing democratic process in our beloved country and completes the constitutional path, as well as embodying the great respect for the will of our people, which they expressed through their distinguished participation in the recent parliamentary elections.”

He added, “With the completion of this national milestone, we now await the crucial step of forming a strong coalition government, grounded in national and constitutional principles. This government will build upon our work in development and urban renewal, solidify Iraq’s international standing, and strengthen its foreign relations. It will also address internal challenges, including extending state authority, consolidating the capabilities of our armed forces in all their branches to enforce the law and maintain a monopoly on the use of force, ensuring that security is not jeopardized, and safeguarding Iraq’s sovereignty and supreme interests, in addition to addressing economic challenges.”

He continued, “On this occasion, we express our profound gratitude to the Speaker of Parliament, the members of Parliament, and all national political forces who contributed to achieving this important accomplishment.” He also expressed “our appreciation for the role of the Supreme Judicial Council and its commitment to supporting the fulfillment of constitutional obligations, as well as its emphasis on the importance of respecting the timelines stipulated by the Constitution.”

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AL-MAR’IDI: BARZANI’S REFUSAL TO RECOGNIZE THE PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC PLACES HIM OUTSIDE THE FRAMEWORK OF THE POLITICAL PROCESS.

MP Mansour Al-Maridi indicated today, Sunday, that Barzani’s refusal to recognize the President of the Republic puts him outside the framework of the political process. 

Al-Mar’idi told Al-Ma’louma News Agency that “such steps would create a new political crisis in the country,” explaining that “the political process is based on consensus and respect for the results, and any party that rejects it puts itself outside this framework.”

Al-Maridi added that “what is happening does not serve the stability of Iraq and increases tension between political forces,” stressing “the need for calm and a return to dialogue because the country cannot bear more disputes at this stage.” 

It should be noted that the Kurdistan Democratic Party, headed by Masoud Barzani, rejected the election of the new president, Nizar Amidi, and announced the withdrawal of its representatives from Baghdad to Erbil.

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MALIKI SETS CONDITIONS TO OBSTRUCT SUDANI’S SECOND TERM… AND THE POPULAR MOBILIZATION FORCES ENTER THE FRAY.

An informed source revealed on Monday that Nouri al-Maliki, head of the State of Law Coalition, informed the leaders of the Coordination Framework of his readiness to withdraw his candidacy for the position of Prime Minister, in exchange for not nominating and renewing the term of the current Prime Minister, Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, for a second term.

(Mnt Goat: Yes, we see the true colors of Nori al-Maliki again come out. Will the Coordination Framework withdrawal his nomination anyhow, regardless of his threat? He did not nominate himself they nominated him. Does he think he has all the power? This only proves to us that al-Sudani is our man who can continue the reforms. They more they resist Sudani the more confirmation he should have a second term.)

The source told Shafaq News Agency that “Maliki also stipulated that no figure who had previously held the position of Prime Minister in previous governments should be assigned,” referring to the leader of the Victory Coalition, Haider al-Abadi.

(Mnt Goat: Oh, then why does he want the position so bad then? Can you see how Maliki just moves with the wind and will say anything depending on the direction the wind is blowing. He has no real convictions other than he wants power and control of Iraq for Iran to continue as a proxy puppet state.)

He added that “several names have been put forward for the position, but no candidate has been decided yet,” indicating that “the meeting of the coordination framework, scheduled for today, will discuss al-Maliki’s conditions and look into alternative names.” The source indicated that “leaders in the Popular Mobilization Forces will have a role in choosing the candidate for prime minister,” noting that “today’s meeting may not resolve the issue, with the possibility of postponing the selection of the candidate to a later meeting.”

(Mnt Goat: we know the Al-Sudani told the U.S. he would work to disarm and remove the PMF from Iraq. They are going to have a say on the nomination of a candidate the new prime minister? I want to know what the US is going to have to say about this. It seems they still don’t get president Trump new foreign policy towards Iraq. Let me sum it up – NO IRANIAN INFLUENCE IN IRAQ! What is it that they don’t get from this statement from the Whitehouse?)

The Reconstruction and Development Coalition confirmed on Monday that its leader, Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, could be tasked with forming the new government within 48 hours, and indicated that he has broad support within the coordination framework and from other political forces.

The framework is preparing to hold a meeting this Monday evening to discuss nine candidates, amid the introduction of alternative names, including a consensus candidate, after the largest bloc called for naming its candidate in accordance with Article 76 of the Constitution, in light of political and security complications that may delay the resolution of the issue.

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THE COORDINATING BODY WILL MEET TOMORROW TO DECIDE ON THE PRIME MINISTERIAL CANDIDATE.

Badr Organization leader Mu’in Al-Kadhimi revealed that a crucial meeting of the coordination framework will be held tomorrow, Monday, to decide on the prime minister candidate if he obtains the approval of two-thirds of the framework’s forces.

Al-Kadhimi said, during his appearance on the “On the Ruler” program broadcast by Al-Furat satellite channel, that “the coordination framework will hold a meeting tomorrow, Monday, to discuss the file of the prime minister candidate,” indicating that “the candidate will be assigned if he obtains the approval of two-thirds of the members of the framework.”

He added that “the election of the President of the Republic by the House of Representatives represents an important step after nearly 100 days since the convening of its first session,” stressing that “there is no room for interpretations or delays in deciding on the nomination of the Prime Minister.”

Al-Kadhimi pointed out that “the names previously put forward for the premiership have expired, and the coordination framework is now faced with the option of choosing a new candidate capable of running the state, especially in light of the current economic and financial challenges and regional conditions.”

He noted that “there is some opposition to granting a second term,” suggesting that “the most likely option is to move towards a new candidate for prime minister,” stressing that “the 15-day deadline is sufficient to appoint the candidate.”

He explained that “the Badr bloc supports the consensus of the Coordination Framework and will work to ensure the success of the next government in various fields,” stressing that “the nomination of the President of the Republic was not conditional on the nomination of the Prime Minister and that the file is still in the hands of the Coordination Framework, which has 181 seats.”

Al-Kadhimi concluded by saying that “the next stage requires the Prime Minister to work on passing the project of liberation from American hegemony over Iraq’s resources.”

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A “LAST CHANCE” MISSION: VANCE IN PAKISTAN TO SALVAGE THE FRAGILE TRUCE AND PREVENT THE WAR WITH IRAN FROM ESCALATING.

In a move reflecting the seriousness of the military situation in the Middle East, US President Donald Trump has tasked his Vice President JD Vance with leading urgent diplomatic efforts to find a way out of the six-week-old war with Iran, at a time when the temporary truce is facing imminent collapse amid tensions that have reached unprecedented levels.

J.D. Vance arrived in the Pakistani capital, Islamabad, on Friday, April 10, 2026, leading a high-level delegation for indirect negotiations with Iran. These efforts aim to prevent the escalation of the conflict and avert the implementation of Trump’s previous threats to destroy “Iranian civilization.”

Vance’s delegation includes Steve Wittkopf, Trump’s special envoy, and Jared Kushner, the former president’s son-in-law who previously participated in three rounds of indirect talks concerning Tehran’s nuclear and missile programs. This meeting represents one of the highest-level contacts between Washington and Tehran since 1979.

In conjunction with these moves, President Trump directed sharp criticism at Tehran via social media platforms, accusing it of obstructing the passage of oil tankers, writing: “Tarran is making a big mistake… This is not the deal we made!”

For his part, J.D. Vance enters these negotiations with a military background, having served in the Marines in Iraq. Despite his limited diplomatic experience, he enjoys Trump’s complete trust. Observers believe that Vance’s less enthusiastic stance on military interventions may make him a more acceptable or capable negotiator with the Iranians to end the confrontation.

This mission is a crucial test for Vance’s political future, as he is seen as a strong candidate to succeed Trump in the 2028 presidential election. Experts believe that Vance’s success in defusing the crisis will constitute a historic achievement that enhances his presidential chances, while failure to reach a full agreement will hold him responsible for the deteriorating situation, which could put an early end to his political ambitions.

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WASHINGTON SUMMONS IRAQI AMBASSADOR AND ISSUES “STRONG WARNING”

The US State Department summoned the Iraqi ambassador to Washington, Nizar Khairallah, on Thursday, April 9, 2026, to inform him of a strongly worded protest and the US government’s condemnation of the increasing attacks launched by pro-Iranian militias from Iraqi territory.

A statement issued by the US State Department spokesperson said that Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau met with the Iraqi ambassador to express US outrage over the “serious terrorist attacks” targeting diplomatic personnel and facilities, the latest of which was the ambush targeting US diplomats in Baghdad yesterday, April 8.

Open criticism of the Iraqi government

Landau noted that these attacks are part of a series of hundreds of attacks that have occurred in recent weeks, targeting not only American interests, but also institutions in Iraq and its neighbors, including the Kurdistan Region.

In an unprecedentedly escalating tone, the Deputy Secretary of State criticized the Iraqi government’s “failure” to prevent these attacks, noting that some entities linked to the Iraqi government continue to provide “effective political, financial, and operational cover” for these militias, stressing that this situation negatively and directly affects the future of bilateral relations between Washington and Baghdad.

Demands for “immediate dismantling”

The US official stressed that the United States “will not tolerate” any targeting of its interests or citizens, and called on Baghdad to immediately begin practical measures to dismantle the militia groups active in Iraq.

(Mnt Goat: Why won’t Iraq act in dismantling the militia groups active in Iraq? Is it because they simply can’t since they are already too entrenched in Iraq and are afraid of an armed conflict with them in their country or is it because they have too close of ties to the militias and Iran (proxy puppet state) and use them for political purposes? It’s all coming out now and Iraq must make some critical decisions in the next few weeks.)

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THE REVOLUTIONARY GUARD ESTABLISHES A “FRONT” IN BAGHDAD

Iraqi requests to halt attacks rejected

Sources revealed that officers in the Iranian Revolutionary Guard continue to manage the operations of armed factions in Iraq and reject political requests to stop the attacks, acting as a “shadow military supervisor” to establish a pressure front on Washington in anticipation of the failure of negotiations.

Two sources from the “Coordination Framework” and the Iraqi government said that the heads of four Shiite parties held discussions in recent weeks with Iranian officials inside Iraq with the aim of convincing them of the need to stop the attacks, but they did not respond.

Sources said that a Quds Force officer with significant influence in Baghdad “does not respond to calls from allies within the coordination framework, limiting his communications to operations officials in armed factions.” The sources quoted a senior Iraqi official, speaking during a private security meeting, as saying, “How is it possible that we cannot stop this man (the Revolutionary Guard officer)?” He added, “Why can’t we arrest him?”

(Mnt Goat: this article says it all. These Iranian Quds factions in Iraq are uncontrollable and so now the Iraqi politicians themselves are seeing what president Trump has been saying all along. They must be gone from Iraq!)

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AL-KHAZALI: AMERICA IS PREVENTING THE ARMING OF THE IRAQI ARMY AND CONTROLLING THE ECONOMY TO BLACKMAIL THE STATE.

The head of the Victorious parliamentary bloc, Faleh al-Khazali, called on Saturday for the immediate implementation of the parliamentary resolution mandating the withdrawal of foreign forces from the country, asserting that their presence constitutes an obstacle to national sovereignty. In a statement to the Information Agency, al-Khazali said, “The United States is pursuing a clear policy of preventing the arming of the Iraqi army and the development of its defense capabilities,” indicating that “Washington seeks to maintain its control over the military establishment.”

He added that “the American side directly controls key sectors of the Iraqi economy with the aim of extorting the country and advancing its political agendas,” explaining that “continuing this approach harms supreme national interests and hinders the stability of the local market.”

Al-Khazali stressed that “the next phase requires a firm governmental stance to end the foreign presence and liberate economic and military decision-making from external interference aimed at weakening the state.”

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AMONG THEM IS IRAQ… OIL-PRODUCING COUNTRIES PREPARE TO RESUME EXPORTS THROUGH THE STRAIT OF HORMUZ

Informed economic sources reported on Friday that oil-producing countries in the Middle East, including Iraq, have contacted Asian refineries to prepare for the resumption of crude exports during the current and following months, following the ceasefire agreement between Iran and the United States.

Reuters quoted three sources as saying that Middle Eastern producers have asked Asian refineries to submit crude oil loading programs for April and May, in preparation for resuming shipments through the Strait of Hormuz.

The two-week ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran, announced late Tuesday/early Wednesday, raised hopes of reopening the strait through which about 20% of the world’s oil and liquefied natural gas supplies passed before the war.

There has been no indication so far that Tehran will end its near-total closure of the vital waterway, a closure that has caused a sharp rise in energy prices.

Two sources said that Saudi Aramco has asked its customers to submit requests to load shipments from the ports of Yanbu and Ras Tanura in May.

One of them explained that this matter depends on the resumption of exports from the eastern port of Ras Tanura, which requires ships to pass through the Strait of Hormuz.

The sources requested anonymity because they were not authorized to speak to the media.

Aramco informed buyers last month that crude oil shipments in April could only originate from the western port of Yanbu on the Red Sea. The company’s oil production flows to Yanbu via the East-West pipeline.

However, the Saudi Press Agency reported yesterday, Thursday, citing an official source in the Ministry of Energy, that attacks on energy facilities in the country caused a reduction in the Kingdom’s oil production by about 600,000 barrels per day, and a decrease in the flow of crude oil through the (East-West) pipeline by about 700,000 barrels per day.

Earlier this week, Iraq’s state oil marketing company SOMO asked its customers to submit loading schedules following media reports that Iran had exempted Iraq from restrictions on passage through the Strait of Hormuz.

Asian refining and trading companies are looking for tankers to load crude oil from the Gulf region in the coming days following the ceasefire announcement.

Commodity trader Glencore and Taiwan’s state-owned refiner CPC have each chartered a tanker to load crude oil from the Middle East to Asia, and Indian and South Korean refiners are also looking for tankers to load Iraqi crude this month.

On the other hand, two sources stated that Kuwait Oil Company has set shipping dates for Kuwaiti crude for export on a delivery-on-board (DOB) basis in April.

One of them said that shipment nominations are being prepared and will be determined based on customers’ ability to receive shipments.

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RADICAL INFRASTRUCTURE REFORM

What seems important about this stage is that the state has insisted on combating corruption, and this reality has adopted two important points. The first is a clear measure of the well-being of the Iraqi people by strengthening the social and economic structure through increasing national income. Also, radical reform procedures in the infrastructure structure are carried out by reviewing and formulating laws in a way that is consistent with the state’s ambition in light of the economic development of the people, which necessarily leads to reducing unemployment and poverty. As far as this is related, it is necessary to strive to complete investment projects such as industry and agriculture.

Moreover, paying attention to the citizen’s trust and sense of national responsibility, and spreading the spirit of positive contribution to good work for building and within the effective social and economic reform programs of the state, undoubtedly leads to deepening the love of performance and diligent giving for the sake of sustainable productive contribution. All of this is through this positive interaction that Iraq is going through today economically and in terms of security.

Investment development will not reach the required level unless cooperation is strengthened through that positive contribution to work. Therefore, the importance of implementing investment to achieve development goals is the basic pillar for achieving self-sufficiency and securing the confrontation of unregulated import campaigns in the local market and through the official commercial bodies that continue in order to protect the national product. 

To prevent flooding of the local market, the import of poultry, table eggs, and live, frozen, and chilled fish was banned, and national projects were supported in providing various goods to local markets in order to stimulate the productive sectors and provide opportunities. 

Activating the investment policy in various state institutions requires mobilizing national efforts and exploiting available opportunities by continuing to support national investment by attracting modern technology through the stages of economic digital transformation to keep pace with Iraq’s future prospects towards progress and development by exploiting the opportunities available in the positive atmosphere that Iraq is going through.

It is worth noting that the interaction between policy and investment forms a crucial link for guiding economies toward sustainable growth. Policymakers wield considerable power in shaping the investment landscape through regulations, incentives, and strategic planning. Their decisions can either stimulate or stifle investment flows into sectors critical to long-term economic resilience and environmental sustainability. Conversely, by directing capital toward innovative and sustainable projects, investors can influence policy by demonstrating the viability and profitability of responsible investment strategies.

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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.

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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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April 9, 2026 Mnt Goat News Brief

Guten Tag everyone:

The RV saga continues with the election cycle and the pullback on it due to the conflict with Iran. We are now hearing of a parliamentary session scheduled for April 11th. There are still some blocks in Kurdistan that do not agree on a candidate for president. How will this effect Saturday’s session? Also the nominee for prime minister is still not certain. Let’s watch and see what they do this Saturday April 11th. Also a two-week ceasefire is in effect in Iran. What will come out of this….probably nothing, as usual. Let’s keep an eye on this too.

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Proverbs 3:27

“Do not withhold good from those to whom it is due,
when it is in your power to act.”

STATUS OF THE RV

As you listen to the upfront audio from today’s Newsletter you hear the song ‘It’s All About the Bass’. I am using it of course to make a point in that it’s all about the SECURITY and STABILITY. Then ‘oops they said it again’ and so we must learn from what they tell us especially when it comes from Salih, the finance advisor, on the economy and then from Washington on the security issues with Iraq. Are you listening? How many times must they tell us?

So, it was really easy to tie every news article today out of Iraq to either one of these two issues of STABILITY or SECURITY. Do you really believe these intel guru idiots on the internet that tell you every week that you will wake up rich the next day? Are you that stupid? Yes, it’s been over two decades of stupidity already….

I am not saying that there is not a near future potential of getting the reinstatement but first things first. In the current news we see some tid bits of the current situation from Iraq and how it effects the stability and security. There is some good news and some bad news. The good news is in fact VERY GOOD news. Let’s all take a peek at the article titled “THE MINISTER OF FINANCE CHAIRS A MEETING TO IMPLEMENT THE ASYCUDA SYSTEM IN KURDISTAN AND UNIFY CUSTOMS PROCEDURES.” In it we learn that the Finance Minister Taif Sami chaired a meeting on Wednesday (April 8, 2026) to implement the ASYCUDA system in Kurdistan and unify customs procedures. 😊

The ministry said in a statement that “Finance Minister Taif Sami today chaired an expanded meeting to discuss the draft agreement for implementing the ASYCUDA customs automation system in the Kurdistan Region, in implementation of the directives of the Ministerial Council for Economy in its session held on April 6, 2026.”

So, we learn today that the Kurdistan region implementation is the last phase in a fully integrated ASYCUDA system throughout Iraq. WOW! WOW! WOW! What does this mean for the future revenue stream for Iraq GOI? Sounds like they are going to complete it in 2026. WOW! Again, I will add that the Iraqi finance committee told us years ago that if they could properly manage the Customs and Tariff revenues this could rival the oil revenues and thus would move Iraq off the rentier economy (95% petro dollar) looks like the economy is on its way to a higher level, the next level (as they say in Iraq) of economic STABILITY. Nice! Remember all the objections to the implementation of ASYCUDA when they initially began rolling it out? Why was this? Well, we learned from that too that there is resistance in all directions not to move Iraq ahead as the same kind of stupid resistance we find in the U.S. too of anything good for the citizens from the democrat so-called progressive liberals who want to keep the same old, same old corruption schemes going and not Make America Great Again (MAGA). Yes, there are lots of similarities between the two countries and what is going on. One must wonder is it the same dark entities behind it all working in the background? It is a constant uphill battle for both nations to fight these dark, corrupt entities pushing us back.

More good news….

😊Let’s next take a peek at the interesting article titled “4 REASONS BEHIND THE STABILITY OF EXCHANGE RATES IN IRAQ”.

The Prime Minister’s financial advisor, Mazhar Muhammad Salih, confirmed on Thursday that the stability of exchange rates and the decline in inflationary pressures in Iraq are due to four interconnected factors that supported the local market despite the disruption of global supply chains, particularly through the Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz . Saleh said, in a statement followed by Al-Sa’a Network,:

1.that “the first factor is the availability of high stocks of durable goods,

2.while the second is related to the state’s ability to secure a strategic reserve of food basket items and enhance food security.”

3.He added that “the third factor is the high level of government support, which includes fuel, food baskets and public services, in addition to the role of cooperative stores in absorbing price pressures.”

4.He pointed out that “the fourth factor lies in the efficiency of foreign reserves in financing private sector trade, with the exchange rate stabilizing at around 1,320 dinars to the dollar, and the high level of banking and commercial compliance, which helped to accelerate foreign transfers and ensure the smooth flow of imports.”

He explained that “the combination of these factors contributed to consolidating economic stability and reducing fluctuations in prices and the exchange market, within integrated financial, monetary and trade policies led by the government.”

I particularly liked this article in today’s news. We all know the reinstatement timing depends on STABILITY and SECURITY. So, is Iraq economically stable after reading this article from Salih? Yes, Salih surely confirmed on Thursday that Iraq is economically stable even in the midst of the Iranian conflict and all the turbulance in the middle east these days. This news is telling us yet more signs that they can make it through a disaster by having a stable economy, something that the CBI, US and IMF demand that have prior to the reinstatement of the dinar. This was wonderful news for us today!

Now with the bad news….

So, we all should know by now the Iranian-backed factions and the PMF must be expelled from Iraq. There is no room for these armed factions in Iraq under the new Trump economic plan for Iraq. How would he convince major US corporations to go into Iraq with any uncertainty they could lose their entire investment? The Iraqi military are afraid to confront the armed factions.

I find it necessary to differentiate between the armed factions, which are terrorists organizations such as Hezbollah and Hamas inside Iraq, to the People Mobilization Forces (PMF), which are freedom fighters wanting to go home and were drafted into the military Kud forces to fight ISIS in 2004. They never left Iraq since 2004. The terrorist infiltrated into Iraq just in the last few years. The terrorists fight under a cult-like Islamic brainwashing ideology to control Iraq. So, there is hope for the PMF to join the ranks of the Iraqi armed forces but not the terrorists that is the difference. I personally believe the US will have to take some action eventually to do dismiss the terrorists probably just after the Iranian conflict is over and the Islamic Iranian regime no longer exists. We can see the writing is on the wall with these two articles today:

If we read the first article titled “IRAN URGES IRAQ AND KURDISTAN REGION TO EXPEL KURDISH OPPOSITION PARTIES AFTER WASHINGTON–TEHRAN CEASEFIRE” we get a sense of where these Iranian terrorists organizations are coming from in their attitude towards Iraq. I quote – “Iran has called on Iraqi authorities and the Kurdistan Region to expel Iranian Kurdish opposition parties, accusing them of cooperating with the United States and Israel, just hours after a two-week ceasefire was announced between Tehran and its adversaries.”

In a statement issued Wednesday, “the Iranian Consulate General in Erbil alleged that “Kurdish opposition groups had been working with U.S. and Israeli military and intelligence agencies against Iran”. The statement cited recent remarks by U.S. President Donald Trump as evidence of what it described as “secret cooperation” between these groups and foreign powers. Tehran urged both Baghdad and Erbil to take immediate action, saying it was “the appropriate time” to prosecute and remove the groups, which it accused of espionage.”

So there is proof that is it direct Iranian influence over Iraq. Who the hell is Iran anyhow to go telling Iraq how to run Iraq? Another sign of the proxy Iranian state they thought they had all sewn up already. And they blame the US and Israel as foreign interventionist. Really, seriously? Seriously, you want what… after the Iranian backed factions stationed in Iraq have carried out multiple attacks on US interest inside Iraq. Even when negotiating with the US on the two week cease fire the Iranian regime are crazy people and keep going back to their same old demands, which is basically the US military pulling out and leaving them alone. They seriously believe they will continue their dark reign over the middle east and other regions of the world. Not going to happen this time! The factions attacking US interests in Iraq only makes the situation worse and proves what president Trump has been saying all along☹. President Trump is giving Iran every opportunity to surrender peacefully and not to destroy the entire infrastructure of Iran, which is on the table if they don’t. Remember he said ‘hell’ in coming to Iran.)

The second article also identifies more culprits from Iranian backed groups working inside Iraq. It is titled “WASHINGTON BLAMES BAGHDAD: YOU FAILED TO PREVENT ATTACKS AGAINST US… DISBAND THE FACTIONS IMMEDIATELY.“

The US State Department summoned the Iraqi ambassador to Washington, Nizar Khairallah, on Thursday to condemn attacks by Iranian-backed armed groups on diplomatic facilities and US interests launched from Iraqi territory. According to a statement issued by the US State Department, translated by Shafaq News Agency, Deputy Secretary Christopher Landau summoned the Iraqi Ambassador to Washington, Nizar Khairallah, to express the US government’s strong condemnation of the attacks targeting its interests launched from Iraqi territory.

We all should know by now the holdup in completing the election cycle in Iraq. So, what is the holdup? I have tried to explain what is coming from Iraq itself as realistic proof rather than just my opinion. So in today’s news we find an update on the election in the article titled “THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY: THE WAR IS DELAYING AGREEMENT ON A PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATE.” So we learn there is still no agreement between the two Kurdish parties yet on a candidate for the presidency, and negotiations have stopped because of the war,” indicating that “stopping the war will provide an opportunity to renegotiate and agree on a candidate for the president and prime minister.” 

I quote from the article, “The disagreement is not limited to the President of the Republic, but there is also disagreement on the Prime Minister,” calling on “all political blocs to agree on the position of President of the Republic and Prime Minister in order to form a strong government capable of meeting the challenges.” We must not let our guard down with Nori al-Maliki resurging either into the spotlight again. This guy is a snake and will squirm his way back if he can. He is probably dreaming of a way right now to get back his nomination for prime minister. My only hope is that lessons learned about this snake will be taken seriously and he will somehow find his destiny behind bars and the guts of the GOI to prosecute him for all his crimes as prime minister. Remember as it stands now without any position in the government resulting from the 2025 election, he is wide open for prosecution without immunity and he knows it. Will he at least make a bargain with al-Sudani to get a cabinet position if he supports him? I firmly believe he will try this maneuver but will it succeed? Does Al-Sudani even need his support?

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We must all keep vigilant in our daily prayers for Iraq and the RV. Let’s not forget to pray for our soldiers, marines, airmen and sailors too that may be fighting to free the Iranian people and the world from the grip of the dark forces of the wicked Islamic ideology from Iran. Remember that God told Kim Clement in many prophetic words that the Iraqi dinar is going to bring help for the poor and needy. Did God mean us investors would someday exchange our dinar in an RV and them do all these humanitarian projects most of us promised we would do? Pray, Pray and Pray some more. We are nearing the end to this RV saga and global corruption as the prophets tell us we are on the verge of the final stage to God’s plan to fix it.

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                                             Just the FACTS!

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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

Prophetic Words from prophet:  Julie Green

  “A Great Shaking Spiritually In The Whitehouse Is Coming”

Go to the 20:03 mark for the prophecy.  First one from April 3^rd

God is now giving us more details and description of what is to follow, that most of the theme he already told us in the past. These events must really be close at hand.“     

PROPHECIES FULLFILLED

Today I need to emphasize a version of prophecies fulfilled since this one took me by surprise and I am just jaw-struck with amazement. It reinforces once again the value of the prophetic words from the prophets that I support and believe in. What about you? Do you believe or do I have to show you more? How much more will it take?

You can watch the actual prophecy in my 03/12/26 Newsletter under the Prophetic Section.

Once again, I reiterate that prophets are messengers from God and they are trying to help us along this journey of ours. This individual journey and as a whole the human race.

So, here is this prophecy from Julie Green on 03/08/26 and then listen to what just was announced on the news on 04/02/26, it is just amazing. WOW! WOW! WOW! I have been waiting for this one to come to reality but I have to honest that even I doubted it would ever happen, but it did. It blew my mind when I poped into the internet today and saw the headlines just as many of these ‘prophecies fulfilled’ in the past have.  

Let’s now look for many of these other parts of this 03/12 prophecy to be fulfilled too.

Many more assassins are waiting in the shadows waiting for the green light to take their shot at the president

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

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.  

HOW CAN ADAM SCHIFF DENY THIS WHEN WE HAVE IT ON TAPE?

When will ‘Shifty Schiff’ be accountable for all his lies?

What is the DOJ waiting for?

I believe Senator Schiff is not up for reelection until Nov 2030, so he thinks he is safe until then. God has other plans for him, but it will take a new U.S. Attorney General to execute the plans.  

TRUMP MOVES TO SHUTTER NATO BASES IN EUROPE

This is more than a threat. It is also VERY prophetic. Find out why…

LET NATO DIE ON THE VINE

Is this what the prophets have been telling us will happen? Now we know what is the final straw that broke the proverbial camel’s back for Trump.

Phoenix Rising?

If you remember the prophetic words from the ‘Phoenix Rising’ prophecy by Mary Summer Rain published in 1986 you will see that much of what No-Eyes told her is now being fulfilled. Yes, it is amazing this Native American knew all this for the future.

I am taking about the threat of WW3 due to the Iranian conflict, as she describes it in her book. Many say WW3 is here if this escalates. The prophecy tells us it will end as fast as soon as it began. Let’s see how this plays out.

Next the prophecy talks about bringing all the US Troops back home stationed from all over the world. We see now that pulling out of NATO bases would do this. But it also says they will be needed back home (in the US) to help in the reconstruction of the country. What reconstruction?

To have a reconstruction effort you first have to have damage and so damage from what? In the prophecies there is also the part of No-Eyes prophecy about three nuclear warheads heading for the US and two actually hit. Could this be the damage for the reconstruction or is she talking about massive earthquakes that even geologists are telling us now are on the horizon. Maybe both even?

Remember that this nuclear attack on the US she says is from ‘an unlikely source’ which would mean maybe from Iran since China, Russia or even India are very likely. Surprise, surprise. Maybe Iran took that 60% enriched uranium to an offsite facility already and are enriching it to full bomb grade potential behind our backs while stalling for more time in these recent peace negotiations with Trump. Just asking….. Be ware all is not what it seems to be. My intel tells me that Iran removed the already enriched uranium even before the first US deep bunker busting bombings. So, go figure how can Iran turn this stuff over the US since it no longer has it in Iran?

AMERICA HAD NO INCOME TAX UNTIL 1913 —

How Government Get Paid Before to run the government. Is it possible to change back to these days and adhere to the US Constitution?

THIS IS THE WORST SCANDAL WE’VE SEEN FROM OUR GOVERNMENT

Just when we thought we’d seen the worst we discover yet another scandal that is even more devastating to our nation.

WE’VE KNOWN ABOUT THIS LIE FOR EIGHT YEARS

Why haven’t the prosecutions happen yet?

WHY IS REAL JOURNALISM SO HARD THESE DAYS?

Are they teaching good Journalism or Activism in our schools today?

“TRUMP IS PLAYING A MUCH BIGGER GAME THAN MOST THINK…

The ‘deep state’ can’t control him and that’s their biggest nightmare!

THE DISTURBING LOGIC OF THE LEFTIST

When ideology and progressive mindset take over and then inverts reality, a marriage made in hell. This video may help you deal with these types of people when you encounter them. It is helpful to know how they think and why they say what they say. I can say personally it helped me. Yes, they are mostly crazy, insane people that have a problem with cognitive thinking and facing reality. Are they just lazy not to research and learn the TRUTH? I will add it is mostly scary when we elect these types of people who pander to others like themselves to get votes into our political system and then watch them with their nonsense disrupting the system.

FINALLY: ADMISSION OF DEMOCRAT STRATEGY FOR ILLEGAL IMMIGRANTS BY A DEMOCRAT SENATOR

Does this leftist senator not even understand himself what he just said? Is he about to come over to the more conservative side? Yes, there is lots of cleanup to do in the State of Connecticut too.

What the heck!

You do remember Trump’s first term as president and how he took out Quinsam Soleimani and his generals at an airport in Iraq? This should have prepared everyone for Trump’s hard stance on Iran. It’s about time we begin to use our common sense and clean up America of these terrorists who hate America but still want what it provides. First of all, just to learn that his family was here in the US after all the damage he did in Iraq and these other proxy Iranian states.

Get’em out of our country!

VISAS REVOKED: ICE raids Soleimani family’s home in Los Angeles

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 MINISTER OF FINANCE CHAIRS A MEETING TO IMPLEMENT THE ASYCUDA SYSTEM IN KURDISTAN AND UNIFY CUSTOMS PROCEDURES.

Finance Minister Taif Sami chaired a meeting on Wednesday (April 8, 2026) to implement the ASYCUDA system in Kurdistan and unify customs procedures.

The ministry said in a statement that “Finance Minister Taif Sami today chaired an expanded meeting to discuss the draft agreement for implementing the ASYCUDA customs automation system in the Kurdistan Region, in implementation of the directives of the Ministerial Council for Economy in its session held on April 6, 2026.”

She added that “the meeting was attended by the Director General of the Federal Customs Authority, the Director General of the Regional Customs and his assistant, the advisor to the Regional Interior Minister, the head of the Information Technology Department there, the Director of the Legal Department at the Federal Customs Authority, in addition to a team of experts from the UNCTAD International Organization.”

During the meeting, the minister stressed “the need to take into account the laws within the ASYCUDA system and to identify all legal conflicts between the two sides in order to harmonize them and obtain official approvals regarding them.”

The statement indicated that “it was agreed to form the ASYCUDA team for the region to be part of the unified national team, with an emphasis on completing all the system requirements by the companies concerned in the region and accurately defining the powers and responsibilities of each party to ensure the smooth flow of work.”

He continued, “In the context of strengthening the technical aspects, Minister Sami directed that a Kurdish language interface be provided within the system and adopted in the forms during actual implementation, similar to the Arabic and English languages, to ensure ease of use.

The agreement also included launching a comprehensive training program in which the national team will train the staff working on the system in the region, ensuring raising technical efficiency and unifying customs administration standards in all border crossings.”

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(Mnt Goat: So, we know that Kurdistan is the last phase in a fully integrated ASYCUDA system throughout Iraq. Sounds like they are going to complete it in 2026. WOW! Again, I will add that the Iraqi finance committee told us years ago that if they could properly manage the Customs and Tariff revenues this could rival the oil revenues and thus would move Iraq off the rentier economy (95% petro dollar) looks like its on its way…finally!)

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THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY: THE WAR IS DELAYING AGREEMENT ON A PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATE.

MP Danar Abdul Ghaffar, from the Kurdistan Democratic Party bloc, confirmed on Thursday that the two Kurdish parties have not yet agreed on a candidate for the presidency, while calling for a political agreement on the positions of the presidency and the prime minister in order to form a strong government capable of facing the challenges .

Abdul Ghaffar said, “There is no agreement between the two Kurdish parties yet on a candidate for the presidency, and negotiations have stopped because of the war,” indicating that “stopping the war will provide an opportunity to renegotiate and agree on a candidate for the president and prime minister.” 

He added, “The disagreement is not limited to the President of the Republic, but there is also disagreement on the Prime Minister,” calling on “all political blocs to agree on the position of President of the Republic and Prime Minister in order to form a strong government capable of meeting the challenges.” 

He continued: “We in the Kurdistan Democratic Party have been clear from the beginning and call on the Kurdish blocs to agree on one candidate so that there will be a Kurdish consensus on him because he represents the Kurds and does not represent one party.”

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4 REASONS BEHIND THE STABILITY OF EXCHANGE RATES IN IRAQ

The Prime Minister’s financial advisor, Mazhar Muhammad Salih, confirmed on Thursday that the stability of exchange rates and the decline in inflationary pressures in Iraq are due to four interconnected factors that supported the local market despite the disruption of global supply chains, particularly through the Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz .

Saleh said, in a statement followed by Al-Sa’a Network,:

1.that “the first factor is the availability of high stocks of durable goods,

2.while the second is related to the state’s ability to secure a strategic reserve of food basket items and enhance food security.”

3.He added that “the third factor is the high level of government support, which includes fuel, food baskets and public services, in addition to the role of cooperative stores in absorbing price pressures.”

4.He pointed out that “the fourth factor lies in the efficiency of foreign reserves in financing private sector trade, with the exchange rate stabilizing at around 1,320 dinars to the dollar, and the high level of banking and commercial compliance, which helped to accelerate foreign transfers and ensure the smooth flow of imports.”

He explained that “the combination of these factors contributed to consolidating economic stability and reducing fluctuations in prices and the exchange market, within integrated financial, monetary and trade policies led by the government.”

(Mnt Goat: We all know the reinstatement timing depends on STABILITY and SECURITY. So, is Iraq stable? Yes, Salih surely confirmed on Thursday that Iraq is stable with yet more signs that they can make it through a disaster by having a stable economy.)

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WASHINGTON BLAMES BAGHDAD: YOU FAILED TO PREVENT ATTACKS AGAINST US… DISBAND THE FACTIONS IMMEDIATELY.

The US State Department summoned the Iraqi ambassador to Washington, Nizar Khairallah, on Thursday to condemn attacks by Iranian-backed armed groups on diplomatic facilities and US interests launched from Iraqi territory.

According to a statement issued by the US State Department, translated by Shafaq News Agency, Deputy Secretary Christopher Landau summoned the Iraqi Ambassador to Washington, Nizar Khairallah, to express the US government’s strong condemnation of the attacks targeting its interests launched from Iraqi territory.

According to the statement, the US State Department spokesman said that Washington condemned what it described as “horrific terrorist attacks” carried out by pro-Iranian factions, noting that among them was an ambush targeting American diplomats in Baghdad on April 8.

The spokesman added that these attacks come after “hundreds of attacks” in recent weeks targeting American citizens, diplomatic facilities and business interests, as well as neighboring countries and Iraqi institutions and civilians, including in the Kurdistan Region.

He noted that his country, while praising the efforts of the Iraqi security forces in countering these attacks, believes that the Iraqi government “failed to prevent them,” pointing out that some entities linked to the government are still providing “political, financial and operational cover” for those factions, which negatively affects relations between the two countries.

The spokesman stressed that the United States would not tolerate attacks on its interests, calling on the Iraqi government to take immediate action to dismantle Iranian-linked armed groups within Iraq.

(Mnt Goat: If these Iranian backed militia wanted to stay in Iraq they certainly are not following Iraqi foreign policy towards the US. Why would the US not want Iraq to rid them of these factions? This is exactly why president Trump wants them out of Iraq. They are interfering with foreign policy and trying to manipulate and control Iraq. Again we know this is one of the ‘hot items’ that must be completed prior to the reinstatement. This is a MANDATORY not, not negotiable optional.)

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FINANCIAL ADVISOR WARNS: LACK OF BUDGET HINDERS ECONOMIC REFORMS

The Prime Minister’s financial advisor, Mazhar Muhammad Saleh, announced on Thursday that a proposal had been submitted to avoid delaying the approval of the budget, noting that delaying the approval of the budget would lead to a number of negative effects.

Saleh said in a statement to the official agency, which was followed by “Video News Agency” that “the failure to approve the general budget, whether it is related to the financial schedules for 2025 within the three-year budget law, or the budget for 2026, leaves a number of negative effects.”

He explained that “among the most prominent of these effects is the disruption of new investment projects and the slowdown in the implementation of existing projects, as a result of the lack of necessary financial allocations, in addition to the government resorting to the temporary spending rule (1/12 of a previous budget) based on the amended Financial Management Law No. (6) of 2019, which restricts the ability to expand spending or launch new programs.”

He added that “this negatively impacts economic growth rates and raises unemployment rates, in addition to weakening investor confidence due to the lack of clarity in financial policies, as well as the delay in implementing economic and administrative reforms,” noting that “to avoid a recurrence of this situation in the future, there is a proposal to adopt multi-year budgets with greater legislative flexibility, which reduces reliance on annual approval, with the need to strengthen the legal framework for financial management to ensure adherence to budget approval timelines, as well as to neutralize political disputes from the budget approval process.”

He explained that “diversifying revenue sources and strengthening the role of regulatory institutions contribute to supporting financial stability and accelerating the process of approving the general budget.”

Regarding how to absorb the burdens of the past two years, Saleh stated that “this requires preparing a flexible budget based on rearranging priorities, including previous commitments within the new allocations, improving spending efficiency, as well as the possibility of resorting to well-considered borrowing and strengthening the partnership with the private sector.”

(Mnt Goat: So, Again, they talk about STABILITY. Yes, Iraq needs a consistent way to form the budget (which they have already) and then to implement it (which they don’t yet have) ).

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IRAN URGES IRAQ AND KURDISTAN REGION TO EXPEL KURDISH OPPOSITION PARTIES AFTER WASHINGTON–TEHRAN CEASEFIRE

Iran has called on Iraqi authorities and the Kurdistan Region to expel Iranian Kurdish opposition parties, accusing them of cooperating with the United States and Israel, just hours after a two-week ceasefire was announced between Tehran and its adversaries.

In a statement issued Wednesday, the Iranian Consulate General in Erbil alleged that “Kurdish opposition groups had been working with U.S. and Israeli military and intelligence agencies against Iran”. The statement cited recent remarks by U.S. President Donald Trump as evidence of what it described as “secret cooperation” between these groups and foreign powers.

Tehran urged both Baghdad and Erbil to take immediate action, saying it was “the appropriate time” to prosecute and remove the groups, which it accused of espionage.

The demand comes despite a prior security agreement reached between Iran, Iraq, and the Kurdistan Region following the 2022 anti-government protests in Iran. Under that deal, Kurdish opposition factions were to be disarmed, relocated away from border areas, and restricted in their activities.

Before the recent conflict escalated on February 28, Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) had already carried out repeated drone and missile strikes against Kurdish opposition bases in the Kurdistan Region. Those attacks intensified during the broader confrontation involving Iran, the United States, and Israel.

According to data compiled by Peregraf Media, more than 650 drones and missiles have struck locations across the Kurdistan Region since the conflict began. At least 16 people — including Iranian Kurdish opposition fighters, Kurdistan Region Peshmerga, and security personnel — have been killed, while around 70 others have been wounded.

One of the deadliest incidents occurred on March 24, when Iranian ballistic missiles hit KRG military positions in two waves. Targets included headquarters of the 7th Infantry Division and a unit of the 5th Infantry Division. At least seven  Peshmerga fighters were killed and around 30 wounded in that attack alone.

(Mnt Goat: Who the hell is Iran to tell Iraq how to run their country? And they blame the US and Israel as foreign intervention. Really, seriously? Seriously, you want what… after the Iranian backed factions stationed in Iraq have carried out multiple attacks on US interest inside Iraq. Even when negotiating with the US on the two week cease fire the Iranian regime are crazy people and keep going back to their same old demands, which is basically the US military pulling out and leaving them alone. They seriously believe they will continue their dark reign over the middle east and other regions of the world. Not going to happen this time! The factions attacking US interests in Iraq only makes the situation worse and proves what president Trump has been saying all along☹. President Trump is giving Iran every opportunity to surrender peacefully and not to destroy the entire infrastructure of Iran, which is on the table if they don’t. Remember he said ‘hell’ in coming to Iran.)

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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

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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April 7, 2026 Mnt Goat News Brief

Guten Tag everyone:

The RV saga continues with the election cycle. We are now hearing of a parliamentary session scheduled for April 11th. The Coordination Framework must have a candidate now acceptable to Kurdistan or else they would not be exposing their candidate for presidency thus then moving on to the prime minister next. Will Al-Sudani have a second term?

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STATUS OF THE RV

Here we sit waiting for over four months for the new Iraqi government to be formed. We have to realize it is NOT a matter of just forming ‘a new government’ but ‘the right government’ that can work with president Trump and his plan to revitalize Iraq. Surprise, surprise, but Trump’s plan for Iraq is nothing new and only a continuance of the original U.S. foreign policy for Iraq. The plan was destroyed under the eight years of the Obama and Biden years.

This foreign policy for Iraq does not include Iraq as an Iranian proxy state controlled by Iran and that has been the difficulty all along in getting the reinstatement of the Iraq dinar. As I mentioned to you many times, too many to mention, that the delay in the reinstatement stems from two main overall high level, issues now hovering over Iraq:

1. Iraq must be a sovereign nation and the their constitution fully implemented;

2. A decades longs policy to first reconstruct their economy. This is a very unreasonable policy going forward. At first, it allowed for the reinstatement to FOREX at about .80 cents allowing the dinar to rise over time as the economy grew. The difference in the newer foreign policy is they want a robust economy first then the reinstatement at over $4 to come much later but nothing inbetween. To get their takes a decade-long process. why stall so long?

There is no reasonable answer to this dilemma other than corruption at the highest levels to delay the reinstatement as long as possible using the growth of the economy as their excuse to stop it. The fact is if they had reinstated the dinar at the .80 cents over a decade ago, it would have facilitated the growth of the economy even more and they Iraq would be much further along than they are today even. It might even be attracting investors at over the $4 range. So, this delay has caused massive losses for Iraq as the oil profits have shifted to support Iran and not so much for the good of Iraq’s economy.

Folks, if you study Europe post WWII, you can see that in less than 10 years almost all of Europe had been rebuilt. However, we see with Iraq it has been over 2 decades already and still much work is remaining to restore this small country from the coalition run war called Operation Inherent Resolve. We must ask ourselves WHY? In finding the answer you will see a disgusting amount of consorted corruption between Iran, the U.S. and Iraqi politicians to rape the wealth of Iraq. Yes, it has been a free-for-all. This now must end if Iraq is ever to be the financial giant, clearly it’s destiny and part of the original plan put forth for post Iraq.

So, as investors in the dinar, we can cry over the spilt milk of corruption over these past decades, but we can’t change the past as the milk is already spilt and can’t be put back in the bottle. But what we can do is try to understand what is going on in Iraq and call upon our U.S, senators and congressmen to support a foreign policy that is pro-nationalism for the Iraqi citizens and take the hands of the corrupt out of the equation.

The current prime minister al-Sudani knew this too and he was slowly doing it with the help of his reform program. But the election of 2025 seemed to stall his efforts and even banned him from the prime minister nominee for a second term.  Yes, I too was amazed at this. Why not a second term? Al-Sudani openly supported the U.S. Trump policy to rid Iraq of the militias, which only added to his demise as a candidate of the Iranian backed Coordination Framework coalition. They expected more of al-Sudani instead he did not follow all their plans for Iraq. This is why we had seen an unprecedented amount of progress in the area of reforms and even in high level talks to complete the currency reform process and the reinstatement.   

So, now we can see in a couple articles that the Iraqi parliament fully intends to hold the session on April 11^th and to elect the new president. This will of course lead to the next step in the process of forming the government, electing the prime minister. Please see the article titled “IRAQI MP: PARLIAMENT TO RESUME SESSIONS NEXT WEEK”. In it we read that  Iraqi MP Duha al-Bahadli, from the National Approach bloc, confirmed on Thursday that the House of Representatives will resume its regular sessions next week. Then in the article titled “PARLIAMENTARIAN: THE SESSION TO ELECT THE PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC WILL PROCEED AS SCHEDULED, AND ABSENCE WILL COST ONE MILLION DINARS.” We read that financial penalties will be invoked for members that do not show up to form the needed quorum to conduct the vote. I quote from the article – “He added that “the Speaker of Parliament informed members of Parliament that MPs who are absent from the session to elect the President of the Republic will be officially marked absent and one million dinars will be deducted from their salaries.”

“The Speaker of Parliament announced that April 11th has been set as the date for holding a session to elect the President of the Republic, following an extensive meeting with the heads of parliamentary blocs to discuss a number of issues related to the work of the Council.”

This should end the election deadlock however remember there is also the prime minister controversy that lingers. Who has the Coordination Framework decided to put forth as their nominee? Can the nominee get enough votes in parliament to ratify him to form the next cabinet and more ahead? Iraq has been very quiet on this issue lately. Remember we used to get at least 4-5 articles each week on this subject of the prime minister. Now all of a sudden nothing. Have to already chosen someone? Is it going to be al-Sudani after all? We wait to find out. But first things first and so let them get the president installed first.  

In the article titled “VICTORY: DECIDING THE PRESIDENCY PAVES THE WAY FOR NAMING THE PRIME MINISTER” we get some answers to these questions. I quote from the article – Coalition spokesman Salam al-Zubaidi said during his appearance on the “Free Talk” program on Al-Furat satellite channel: that “the coordination framework has largely decided on its vision regarding the position of Prime Minister, with the likelihood of Mohammed Shia al-Sudani continuing, despite external reservations, while Haider al-Abadi remains among the prominent candidates.”

He indicated that “the decision regarding the presidency may restore confidence in the political process and contribute to breaking the deadlock,” suggesting that “Nizar Amidi is likely to assume the position”

I will add that I don’t think that Kurdistan would be moving forward with a candidate for presidency for Aprl 11^th session if the prime minister (the next step in the process) was not some one they too can support and want as prime minister, even though this is a Shiite held position.

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UPDATE ON THE IRANIAN CONFLICT

As I stated before this Newsletter is not about news concerning the Iranian conflict however when it directly effects the Iraqi dinar revaluation, it becomes a hot topic for us and we all should be familiar with it to see any possible timeline for what may happen in the CBI.

So, we know that the end to the Iranian conflict can mean a more stable and secure Iraq and thus a more Iranian-free Iraq. As the pace of the end of the Iranian conflict nears to an end so does our chances for progress in the continuance of the Trump foreign policy for Iraq. This policy includes, as I have told you going back to the original plan of reinstatement first using the economy as it is today. This would kill much of the corruption within Iraq. I believe that the CBI, along with Trump supporting the reinstatement, will have no choice but to move ahead… finally! My CBI contact tells me that her committee to conduct the Project to Delete the Zeros is still waiting in the wings also hoping these Iranian issues can be resolved sooner than later. Remember also that the banks in Iraq need this nearly 80% of the monetary mass held in the stashes outside the banking system. This cash could kickstart the economy once the reinstatement occurs.

Every week we read of chances for the conflict with Iran to end in a week or less, only for the Iranians then NOT to meet the list of the fifteen demands and so anther week passes by. Also, if you pay attention the US dangles demands, and if met, then the scheduled destruction is delayed for a period of time. So far Iran has not met any of them. But there is hope as URGENT news arrived as I am writing this Newsletter today.

Then as the Iranian leaders come forth (this is the third regime since the death of the Ayatollah) the US seems to always find the new leader(s) and kill them too. It is very hard now for Iran to even have any sense of leadership that is not in the radar of a US bombing mission. They know it too. So, who do you negotiate with? The list of people is growing shorter and shorter. As time passed eventually it may just be the citizens themselves, as they take over the government and the military.

Just today, as I write this Newsletter, Trump himself announced that if the demands are not met with a timeframe (I think 8 pm tonight) they will begin bombing all power plants and bridges inside Iran. Then by morning the country will be devasted. They may never recover.

In the article titled “BRETT MCGURK: NEGOTIATIONS WITH TEHRAN HAVE REACHED A DEAD END AND WE WILL NOT CHANGE OUR CONDITIONS” we read that this threat by Trump will most likely happen as  Brett McGurk, the former White House coordinator for Middle East and North Africa affairs, stated that diplomatic efforts to reach an agreement with Iran have reached a “dead end”.

URGENT JUST IN: As I write this Newsletter, president Trump just told us that he will hold off  the ‘gates of hell’ for two weeks. Seems that there may be a deal being made by this pressure on Iran and it may be finally caving. A ten-point plan for some sort of settlement has been put forth by Iran and so let’s see what happens. Immediate opening of the strait will be a good faith gesture by Iran as a beginning, so they told the U.S.  

If we read in the article titled “A MEETING IS EXPECTED BETWEEN THE G7 AND THE GULF STATES TO DISCUSS THE SECURITY OF THE STRAIT OF HORMUZ.” What we read is a demand for the US to hold this meeting. This decision of holding a G7 can get a strong sense of the necessity for other countries to join a coalition to help open the Strait of Hormuz. They are not saying it but this is an ‘emergency’ G7 meeting.

If we also read the article titled “TRUMP: 48 HOURS REMAIN BEFORE THE GATES OF HELL ARE OPENED ON IRAN”, we can hear the sense of urgency in Trumps message to the members of the G7 of what is going to happen to Iran if this deadline passes.

I quote from the article – “US President Donald Trump escalated his rhetoric against Iran on Saturday (April 4, 2026), threatening harsh measures if no agreement is reached on opening the Strait of Hormuz. trump said in press statements followed by “Baghdad Today” that the ten-day deadline he gave to Iran to conclude an agreement or reopen the Strait was about to expire, adding that “only 48 hours remain before the gates of hell are opened,” in reference to a possible escalation.”

Afterall, they need this oil too. Trump has told Europe he is not going to do all the dirty work, pay all the cost alone for them to reap all the benefits. These days of piggybacking off the US are over. They will have to step up and help if they want the oil. Isn’t Trump  beginning to sound more like FDR as each day goes by…. lol..lol..lol… The US has not had such a strong president in my lifetime besides president JFK and maybe to some extent president Regan.

I quote from the article – “France, which holds the rotating presidency of the G7, announced that a meeting is expected next week between the G7 countries and the Gulf Cooperation Council countries to discuss developments in the Strait of Hormuz amid escalating regional tensions.” So, let’s see what comes out of this meeting. Will Trump decide to hold off the ‘gates of hell’ until then?

Meanwhile we see the almost worthless United Nations is getting evolved and more news of this development of opening the Strait of Hormuz is in the article titled “THE SECURITY COUNCIL WILL VOTE ON SATURDAY ON A DRAFT RESOLUTION TO PROTECT NAVIGATION IN THE STRAIT OF HORMUZ”. We learn the UN Security Council is set to hold a vote on Saturday on a draft resolution submitted by Bahrain aimed at protecting commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and surrounding areas, amid clear Chinese opposition to any authorization to use military force.

Two diplomats reported that the session would be held on Saturday morning, not Friday as previously scheduled. They explained that Bahrain, which currently holds the presidency of the Council, had drafted a final text authorizing the use of “all necessary defensive means” to secure navigation.

WILL THE U.S. PUT BOOTS ON THE GROUND IN IRAN?

The overall plan is to secure the Strait of Hormuz and the only way to do that is to put boots on the ground on Kharg Island or the Iranians must open it up themselves for all ships to pass (oil tankers). If the U.S. has to, could this be an escalation of the war with Iran? This is something we all dread could linger for years with the loss of many lives, never mind the high financial cost.

In the article titled “AN EXPERT ON AMERICAN AFFAIRS: THE US-IRANIAN ESCALATION CONTINUES, AND WASHINGTON WILL RESORT TO USING THE MARINES TO OCCUPY THE IRANIAN ISLANDS” we read that American affairs researcher Naaman Abu Issa confirmed on Tuesday (April 7, 2026) that “the American-Israeli-Iranian war cannot be said to have achieved a victory for the American-Israeli side,” as “the Iranian regime did not fall as American President Donald Trump predicted in the first days or weeks of this war,” but rather Iran continued to respond by launching missiles at Israel, at American bases, and also at countries in the region.

Abu Issa added, in his interview with “Baghdad Today”, that the American president began setting conditions, which amounted to fifteen conditions that he sent to Iran, but “Tehran did not respond to them positively”, and he does not expect it to respond, given that they are very large and impossible conditions, which Iran cannot accept or submit to. But this may have changed later on in the day, Tuesday April 7, 2026, as the timeline for the bombings of the bridges and power plants neared. I explained above how this has changed.

What do you think will happen next?

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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

Prophetic Words from prophet:  Julie Green

  “A Great Shaking Is Coming To The Body of Christ ”

Go to the 14:11 mark for the prophecy.  First one from March 29^th       

PROPHECIES FULLFILLED

Today I need to emphasize a version of prophecies fulfilled since this one took me by surprise and I am just jaw-struck with amazement. It reinforces once again the value of the prophetic words from the prophets that I support and believe in. What about you? Do you believe or do I have to show you more? How much more will it take?

You can watch the actual prophecy in my 03/12/26 Newsletter under the Prophetic Section.

Once again, I reiterate that prophets are messengers from God and they are trying to help us along this journey of ours. This individual journey and as a whole the human race.

So, here is this prophecy from Julie Green on 03/08/26 and then listen to what just was announced on the news on 04/02/26, it is just amazing. WOW! WOW! WOW! I have been waiting for this one to come to reality but I have to honest that even I doubted it would ever happen, but it did. It blew my mind when I poped into the internet today and saw the headlines just as many of these ‘prophecies fulfilled’ in the past have.  

Let’s now look for many of these other parts of this 03/12 prophecy to be fulfilled too.

Many more assassins are waiting in the shadows waiting for the green light to take their shot at the president

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

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.  

AMERICA HAD NO INCOME TAX UNTIL 1913 —

How Government Get Paid Before to run the government. Is it possible to change back to these days and adhere to the US Constitution?

THIS IS THE WORST SCANDAL WE’VE SEEN FROM OUR GOVERNMENT

Just when we thought we’d seen the worst we discover yet another scandal that is even more devastating to our nation.

WE’VE KNOWN ABOUT THIS LIE FOR EIGHT YEARS

Why haven’t the prosecutions happen yet?

WHY IS REAL JOURNALISM SO HARD THESE DAYS?

Are they teaching good Journalism or Activism in our schools today?

“TRUMP IS PLAYING A MUCH BIGGER GAME THAN MOST THINK…

The ‘deep state’ can’t control him and that’s their biggest nightmare!

THE DISTURBING LOGIC OF THE LEFTIST

When ideology and progressive mindset take over and then inverts reality, a marriage made in hell. This video may help you deal with these types of people when you encounter them. It is helpful to know how they think and why they say what they say. I can say personally it helped me. Yes, they are mostly crazy, insane people that have a problem with cognitive thinking and facing reality. Are they just lazy not to research and learn the TRUTH? I will add it is mostly scary when we elect these types of people who pander to others like themselves to get votes into our political system and then watch them with their nonsense disrupting the system.

FINALLY: ADMISSION OF DEMOCRAT STRATEGY FOR ILLEGAL IMMIGRANTS BY A DEMOCRAT SENATOR

Does this leftist senator not even understand himself what he just said? Is he about to come over to the more conservative side? Yes, there is lots of cleanup to do in the State of Connecticut too.

What the heck!

You do remember Trump’s first term as president and how he took out Quinsam Soleimani and his generals at an airport in Iraq? This should have prepared everyone for Trump’s hard stance on Iran. It’s about time we begin to use our common sense and clean up America of these terrorists who hate America but still want what it provides. First of all, just to learn that his family was here in the US after all the damage he did in Iraq and these other proxy Iranian states.

Get’em out of our country!

VISAS REVOKED: ICE raids Soleimani family’s home in Los Angeles

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.

IRAQI MP: PARLIAMENT TO RESUME SESSIONS NEXT WEEK

Iraqi MP Duha al-Bahadli, from the National Approach bloc, confirmed on Thursday that the House of Representatives will resume its regular sessions next week.

Al-Bahadli told Roj News that “the House of Representatives will resume its regular sessions next week, after the political understandings between the blocs are completed to proceed with resolving the issue of parliamentary committees and voting on them.”

She added that “the current stage requires accelerating the work of Parliament, given its fundamental role in supporting legislative and oversight stability.”

The House of Representatives had stopped holding its sessions, following the escalation of the US-Iran war, as well as the continued disputes between political blocs regarding the sovereign parliamentary committees, which are still pending without the election of their members.

According to political leaks, Parliament may hold a session after April 10 to vote on the President of the Republic, who will in turn task the candidate of the Coordination Framework with forming the government, but no official decision has yet been issued regarding the date of the session.

Since the start of this session in October 2025, the work of Parliament has witnessed several interruptions and political controversy, in light of the lack of a complete resolution of the presidencies, as sessions are often scheduled but do not take place due to the lack of a legal quorum.

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PARLIAMENTARIAN: THE SESSION TO ELECT THE PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC WILL PROCEED AS SCHEDULED, AND ABSENCE WILL COST ONE MILLION DINARS.

MP Nour Al-Bajari, from the “Al-Hasam” parliamentary bloc, confirmed on Tuesday that the Speaker of Parliament informed members of Parliament during Monday’s session that next Saturday’s session, dedicated to electing the President of the Republic, will proceed as scheduled and will be held on time.

Al-Bajari told Shafaq News Agency that “the Speaker of Parliament informed the MPs that Saturday’s session will proceed as scheduled and will be held to elect the President of the Republic.”

He added that “the Speaker of Parliament informed members of Parliament that MPs who are absent from the session to elect the President of the Republic will be officially marked absent and one million dinars will be deducted from their salaries.”

He pointed out that “there is confirmation from the Speaker of Parliament and the heads of the political blocs that the session to elect the President of the Republic will be held on its scheduled date.”

The Speaker of Parliament announced that April 11th has been set as the date for holding a session to elect the President of the Republic, following an extensive meeting with the heads of parliamentary blocs to discuss a number of issues related to the work of the Council.

The presidency stated that the meeting discussed “the issue of electing the president of the republic and the importance of proceeding with the completion of this constitutional entitlement and ending the state of political deadlock,” before deciding to set Saturday, April 11, as the date for holding the election session.

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A MEETING IS EXPECTED BETWEEN THE G7 AND THE GULF STATES TO DISCUSS THE SECURITY OF THE STRAIT OF HORMUZ.

France, which holds the rotating presidency of the G7, announced that a meeting is expected next week between the G7 countries and the Gulf Cooperation Council countries to discuss developments in the Strait of Hormuz amid escalating regional tensions.

French Foreign Ministry spokesman Pascal Confavreau told a news conference on Thursday that the meeting would be dedicated to discussing the situation in the vital waterway, according to Reuters.

This move comes at a time when the G7 countries have affirmed their readiness to take “all necessary measures” to maintain the stability of energy markets and minimize the economic repercussions resulting from recent fluctuations.

Finance and energy ministers, along with central bank governors from the group’s member countries, held an online meeting, coordinated by France, to address the turmoil in global energy markets stemming from the war in Iran.

In a joint statement following the meeting, the group stressed its commitment to ensuring the security and stability of energy supplies, and to working closely with international partners to achieve this goal.

In a related development, the 32 member states of the International Energy Agency agreed earlier this month to release about 400 million barrels of strategic oil reserves in an attempt to contain the sharp rise in oil prices.

The G7 called on countries to avoid imposing “unjustified” export restrictions on oil, gas and their derivatives, stressing its support for all efforts aimed at ensuring the continued flow of supplies and the stability of global markets.

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THE SECURITY COUNCIL WILL VOTE ON SATURDAY ON A DRAFT RESOLUTION TO PROTECT NAVIGATION IN THE STRAIT OF HORMUZ. 

The UN Security Council is set to hold a vote on Saturday on a draft resolution submitted by Bahrain aimed at protecting commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and surrounding areas, amid clear Chinese opposition to any authorization to use military force.

Two diplomats reported that the session would be held on Saturday morning, not Friday as previously scheduled. They explained that Bahrain, which currently holds the presidency of the Council, had drafted a final text authorizing the use of “all necessary defensive means” to secure navigation.

For his part, Bahraini Foreign Minister Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani said on Thursday that his country looked forward to a unified stance from the Security Council during the vote. Manama had previously removed a clear reference to “binding enforcement” in previous versions of the resolution to overcome reservations from countries, most notably Russia and China.

The draft resolution states that these measures shall remain in effect “for at least six months, and until the Council decides otherwise.”

But China’s UN envoy, Fu Cong, stressed his country’s opposition to granting council members a mandate to use force, arguing that this would “legitimize the unlawful and arbitrary use of force, which would inevitably lead to further escalation and dire consequences.”

The draft resolution had been subject to a “silence” procedure until Thursday afternoon, but diplomatic sources indicated that China, Russia, and France broke the silence. They added that the final wording was subsequently completed, paving the way for a vote.

The resolution needs at least nine votes to pass and no veto from any of the five permanent members: the United States, Russia, China, Britain, and France.

In a related context, the Secretary-General of the League of Arab States, Ahmed Aboul Gheit, informed the Security Council of his support for Bahrain’s efforts to issue the resolution.

These developments come amid a major escalation in the region, with oil prices having risen sharply since the US and Israeli attack on Iran in late February, which effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz to shipping. 

US President Donald Trump vowed to continue attacks on Iran, without offering a plan to reopen the strait, further increasing the pace of rising prices.

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AN EXPERT ON AMERICAN AFFAIRS: THE US-IRANIAN ESCALATION CONTINUES, AND WASHINGTON WILL RESORT TO USING THE MARINES TO OCCUPY THE IRANIAN ISLANDS.

American affairs researcher Naaman Abu Issa confirmed on Tuesday (April 7, 2026) that “the American-Israeli-Iranian war cannot be said to have achieved a victory for the American-Israeli side,” as “the Iranian regime did not fall as American President Donald Trump predicted in the first days or weeks of this war,” but rather Iran continued to respond by launching missiles at Israel, at American bases, and also at countries in the region.

Abu Issa added, in his interview with “Baghdad Today”, that the American president began setting conditions, which amounted to fifteen conditions that he sent to Iran, but “Tehran did not respond to them positively”, and he does not expect it to respond, given that they are very large and impossible conditions, which Iran cannot accept or submit to.

In response, Iran announced that it would “retaliate in kind if this happened, by targeting American interests and countries in the region, and possibly striking energy centers and bridges, which could lead to a greater escalation between the two sides.”

Abu Issa explained that “the continued escalation by the Iranian side against Israel, at a time when Israel is trying to conceal its losses and refrain from publishing images or videos documenting the damage within its territory,” recognizing the importance of the media dimension in this war, is merely an attempt to control the media landscape by portraying itself as the victorious party. This is achieved by publishing images of destruction only in Iran, while keeping its own losses out of the public eye. However, in reality, both sides have suffered losses, and Iran has managed to withstand the attacks and continue launching missiles thus far. This is to Iran’s credit, but it also indicates that “any future American escalation could be a genuine escalation.”

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OIL COMPANIES ARE WITHDRAWING FROM IRAQ, DEEMING IT HIGH-RISK.

International oil companies, including BP , have begun evacuating foreign staff from their sites in Basra and Kirkuk, as security threats escalate in the country.

Politico reported on Thursday (April 2, 2026) that companies described Iraq as a “high-risk environment” due to the increasing number of rocket and drone attacks targeting vital facilities and Western interests.

The report indicated that the evacuation was part of precautionary measures to protect employees, while maintaining operational processes at a minimum through local staff.

This move comes after a series of evacuations that began in March, involving foreign employees at oil fields in southern Iraq, following drone incidents inside production sites.

Hundreds of workers from American and European companies have also gradually left their posts, amid fears that energy facilities could become direct targets in the ongoing conflict.

These developments coincide with an escalation of attacks inside Iraq, which have targeted oil fields and facilities, military sites, and diplomatic missions.

Despite continued production, the reduction in foreign presence raises concerns about declining investments and a slowdown in field development, at a time when Iraq is almost entirely dependent on oil revenues.

The Iraqi government had previously affirmed its commitment to keeping the country out of the conflict, stressing that Iraq “is not a party to the conflict” and refuses to be drawn into it.

However, developments on the ground, and the evacuation of foreign companies, reflect the magnitude of the challenge in shielding Iraq from the repercussions of regional escalation.

(And you think other investors are going to ‘flock’ to Iraq under these conditions? You think the U.S. is going to allow the dinar to be reinstated under these conditions? Oh.. but TNT Tony and Bruce idiots tell you their three letter agency boys (super reliable intel…lol..lol..lol..) that the RV is going to happen this week just like they did for the last decade for every week.)

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DUE TO A “LACK OF TRUST,” THE US INFORMS ISRAEL THAT TALKS WITH IRAN HAVE STALLED.

The Hebrew newspaper “Israel Hayom” revealed on Friday that the American administration informed Israel that talks with Iran had reached a dead end due to “lack of trust” between the two sides.

The newspaper quoted a diplomatic source as saying that “lack of trust” is the main obstacle to any negotiated breakthrough, as Iran insists on an immediate ceasefire with international guarantees that attacks will not resume, while America sets conditions, most notably the full and unconditional reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and the handover of all enriched uranium stockpiles.

The newspaper reported that the American and Israeli sides are preparing to expand the scope of the strikes to last at least 10 more days, focusing on the infrastructure of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard and civilian facilities used by the regime, amid efforts to undermine Tehran’s ability to finance its military activities.

Although major power plants and oil facilities have so far been avoided, the destruction of the Karaj bridge and non-military factories indicates a shift in field strategy.

According to assessments presented by US President Donald Trump, the operations achieved tangible results in several areas, most notably nuclear and missile capabilities, where most of the infrastructure of the military nuclear project was destroyed, and about 80% of the advanced missiles and 90% of the launch platforms were neutralized.

“Changing or weakening the regime” also emerged as a strategic goal discussed between Trump and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, with the acknowledgment that this path could take months given the weakness of the internal opposition.

The Strait of Hormuz remains the most prominent point of tension, as the Revolutionary Guard continues to target tankers, prompting Washington to strengthen its military presence and criticize “European laxity” in defending energy supplies.

The report concluded that estimates in Israel indicate that the war will not end without an agreement that guarantees the return of navigation in the strait to normal completely.

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VICTORY: DECIDING THE PRESIDENCY PAVES THE WAY FOR NAMING THE PRIME MINISTER

The Victory Coalition affirmed that resolving the issue of the presidency would expedite the appointment of the prime minister, given the continued political deadlock and divisions among the forces.

Coalition spokesman Salam al-Zubaidi said during his appearance on the “Free Talk” program on Al-Furat satellite channel: “The political scene is suffering from accumulated problems that have negatively affected the political process based on consensus,” noting that “personal interests still control positions until now.”

He added that “the coordination framework has largely decided on its vision regarding the position of Prime Minister, with the likelihood of Mohammed Shia al-Sudani continuing, despite external reservations, while Haider al-Abadi remains among the prominent candidates.”

He indicated that “the decision regarding the presidency may restore confidence in the political process and contribute to breaking the deadlock,” suggesting that “Nizar Amidi is likely to assume the position, with anticipated changes in the form of the government and the mechanisms for selecting ministers, moving away from quotas.”

Alforatnews.iq

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AS CONFIRMED BY SHAFAQ NEWS, IRAQI OIL ANNOUNCES THE START OF OVERLAND EXPORTS VIA SYRIA.

The Iraqi Ministry of Oil confirmed on Wednesday evening that it has begun exporting crude oil by tanker to the Syrian side in preparation for delivering it to export outlets in support of the country’s economy, after the disruption of maritime exports through the Strait of Hormuz.

The ministry stated in a statement received by Shafaq News Agency that “in order to support the national economy and provide financial revenues for the state treasury, the Ministry of Oil has begun exporting black oil by tankers through neighboring Syria.”

The ministry noted “cooperation with the Syrian side, which will ensure the arrival of quantities in Syrian territory to export outlets,” stressing that “export operations will be progressively increasing to boost exported quantities in support of the country’s economy.”

The statement concluded by saying that “the Ministry of Oil had previously resumed exporting crude oil via the Turkish port of Ceyhan.”

For its part, the Syrian Petroleum Company announced on Wednesday evening the arrival of the first batches of Iraqi fuel oil to the tanks of the Banias refinery, coming from the Al-Tanf crossing, where the technical teams began the unloading operations according to the approved operational readiness.

The company explained in a statement received by Shafaq News Agency that this step comes within an integrated supply plan in preparation for preparing the shipments and reloading them onto dedicated sea carriers to transport them to their final export destination, reflecting the efficiency of the infrastructure and the ability of national cadres to manage operations with high efficiency.

The Syrian Petroleum Company announced to Shafaq News Agency on Wednesday the arrival of the first convoy of Iraqi fuel oil (fuel) through the Al-Tanf crossing towards the Banias oil terminal, in a move that it said represents the beginning of a new phase of transit operations.

According to Reuters, the Iraqi oil marketing company SOMO has signed contracts to supply about 650,000 metric tons of fuel oil per month during the period from April to June, with the quantities to be transported overland through Syrian territory.

For his part, the director of the Iraqi Al-Walid district, Mujahid Mardhi Al-Dulaimi, said that more than 150 tankers are currently waiting to enter Syrian territory, expecting that the rate of tanker entry will reach about 500 tankers per day.

Earlier, oil expert and former spokesman for the Ministry of Oil, Assem Jihad, confirmed to Shafaq News Agency that what is being transported through Syrian territory is black oil and not Iraqi crude oil, noting that exporting in this manner is a temporary, forced option and the quantities are limited, and that transport by tankers is expensive compared to pipelines.

He added that SOMO had signed a contract to transport 650,000 metric tons per month during the months of April, May and June, equivalent to about 4.85 million barrels per month.

Crude oil is oil extracted directly from the fields before refining, while black oil is a heavy product resulting from refining operations and is often used as an industrial fuel. It has a lower value and higher transportation costs compared to crude oil.

Iraq announced on Tuesday the start of Iraqi oil exports by land through the Al-Walid border crossing with Syria, with the passage of 101 oil tankers heading to the port of Banias, with a total capacity of about 3.2 million liters of crude oil.

The move comes amid regional tensions and disruptions to maritime exports through the Strait of Hormuz, prompting the adoption of land exports as a limited alternative to ensure the continued flow of crude oil.

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BRETT MCGURK: NEGOTIATIONS WITH TEHRAN HAVE REACHED A DEAD END AND WE WILL NOT CHANGE OUR CONDITIONS.

 Brett McGurk, the former White House coordinator for Middle East and North Africa affairs, stated that diplomatic efforts to reach an agreement with Iran have reached a “dead end”.

McGurk explained in an interview with CNN on Saturday, April 4, 2026, that there is a “significant gap of mistrust” between the warring parties, which is hindering any positive step to stop the war, stressing that Washington will not show any flexibility regarding its basic conditions.

According to McGurk, the US administration insists on two main points as preconditions for any kind of ceasefire:

The complete and unconditional opening of the Strait of Hormuz to international shipping.

The handover of all Iranian enriched uranium stockpiles to international authorities.
These statements from the former White House coordinator come as the war enters its fifth week, with continued US and Israeli airstrikes targeting strategic bases deep inside Iran.

McGurk noted that as long as Tehran does not comply with international obligations, military and diplomatic pressure will intensify against it, with the aim of protecting the stability of the region and securing global waterways.

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TEHRAN WARNS WASHINGTON AGAINST A GROUND INVASION: IF THE AMERICANS START THE WAR, WE WILL BE THE ONES TO END IT.

A high-ranking Iranian diplomatic source warned of the repercussions of any potential US ground military intervention on Iranian soil, emphasizing that Tehran would have the final say in determining the outcome of any such confrontation.

The source stated in a press briefing, “If the Americans launch a ground operation, we will be the ones to end it,” in a clear show of force reflecting the Iranian leadership’s confidence in the capabilities of its armed forces.

These statements come amidst escalating tensions between the two countries, with US President Donald Trump announcing that Washington would carry out devastating strikes against Iran within the next three weeks.

Meanwhile, Defense Secretary Pete Higseth, in his remarks on Tuesday, did not rule out resorting to a ground operation as one of the available military options.

The United States and Israel had opened a joint military front on February 28th, launching strikes targeting vital sites on Iranian territory, including the capital, Tehran.

In response, Iran continues its military retaliation with strikes targeting Israel and US military bases across the Middle East, a scenario that portends a shift towards unprecedented regional instability. 

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TRUMP: 48 HOURS REMAIN BEFORE THE GATES OF HELL ARE OPENED ON IRAN.

US President Donald Trump escalated his rhetoric against Iran on Saturday (April 4, 2026), threatening harsh measures if no agreement is reached on opening the Strait of Hormuz.

Trump said in press statements followed by “Baghdad Today” that the ten-day deadline he gave to Iran to conclude an agreement or reopen the Strait was about to expire, adding that “only 48 hours remain before the gates of hell are opened,” in reference to a possible escalation.

These statements come amid escalating regional tensions and international concerns about the repercussions of the continued closure of the strait on global energy markets and trade.

The Strait of Hormuz is one of the most important waterways for oil transport, through which a large part of the world’s energy supply passes, making any threat to close it a source of widespread international concern.

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IN A DETAILED REPORT, THE INTERNATIONAL MONETARY FUND RANKS IRAQ’S ECONOMY BOTH REGIONALLY AND GLOBALLY.

The International Monetary Fund announced on Monday that Iraq will be the fifth largest Arab economy in 2026, while predicting continued growth in the Iraqi economy by 2030.

The report stated that “data showed Iraq ranking fifth among Arab economies in 2026, based on purchasing power parity (PPP) GDP, with a value of $739.13 billion, placing it 44th globally.”

According to the report, the top five Arab economies were ranked as follows: Saudi Arabia led the Arab world (16th globally), followed by Egypt in second place (18th globally), the United Arab Emirates in third, Algeria in fourth, and Iraq in fifth.
The report also noted that “globally, three superpowers maintained their leading positions; China ranked first with $43.5 trillion, followed by the United States in second place with $31.8 trillion, and India in third place with $19.1 trillion.”

According to detailed official indicators for Iraq, nominal GDP at current prices reached $273.91 billion, with a real growth rate of 3.6%.

Per capita GDP (PPP) stood at $15,850, while the population reached 46.64 million.
Regarding monetary and fiscal stability, the report noted that “the annual inflation rate remained stable at 2.5%, net public lending/borrowing was -7.1%, and the current account deficit was 1.1%.”

The IMF concluded its report with projections indicating that “the Iraqi economy will continue to grow by 2030.”

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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.

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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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April 2, 2026 Mnt Goat News Brief

Guten Tag everyone:

The RV saga continues with the election cycle. We still see some reluctance from the Coordination Framework to still deny Al-Sudani of a second term. Can his coalition work around this and get enough support? We must keep asking WHY don;t they easily accept al-Sudani? Heck… all the news we have been reading says he was very successful in supporting all the reforms, the Customs and Tariffs implementation and his pet projects were the port of Faw and the Development Road. Iraq seemly progressed to a new level of prosperity in just his time in office. Oh… but could it be he promised the U.S. he would deal with the Iranian militia inside Iraq? Could it be he progressed Iraq and not help the corruption steady money flows to Iran? Could this be what doomed his next term? Of course, we all know the Coordination Framework is working for the Iranian proxy government and not the people of Iraq. We especially see this because Al-Sudani did win the popular vote from the Nov 2025 election.

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STATUS OF THE RV

I want to say I wish everyone is having a prayerful Holy Week and Passover. And then a nice Easter Sunday or what some call “Resurrection Sunday”, which is it.  

The news today evolved around two main articles. Let’s take a peak at the first one titled “POWERFUL FORCES ARE SEARCHING FOR ALTERNATIVES TO MALIKI, AND THE SUDANESE ALLIANCE IS PROPOSING TWO OPTIONS FOR THE PREMIERSHIP”. Some of the active forces within the Coordination Framework are still looking for a candidate to replace Nouri al-Maliki for the position of the next government. While the Framework confirmed its rejection of renewing the mandate of the outgoing Prime Minister, Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, from the Reconstruction and Development Alliance. Currently these are the top two contenders. Will a third contender be exposed? What is this third contender like?

The source told Shafaq News Agency that “some of the active forces within the framework are studying a group of names of candidates for the premiership due to the lack of agreement among the framework’s components on a specific candidate after the American veto on the leader of the State of Law Coalition, Nouri al-Maliki. He pointed out that in “the coming days we will witness intensive activity and continuous meetings to agree on a specific figure acceptable to everyone after vetting the names that will be put forward by some of the influential forces.”

According to the information, “if” (remember this is an “if”) it becomes impossible to pass Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani for a second term, the Reconstruction and Development bloc, which is led by the current Prime Minister, will likely put forward the head of the Reconstruction and Development parliamentary bloc, Bahaa Al-Araji, as an alternative to Al-Sudani, especially since he was a deputy prime minister in a previous government.” So, who is Bahaa al-Araji?

Bahaa Araji was a member of the Iraqi National Assembly until 2014. He served as Iraqi Deputy Prime Minister for Energy Affairs from September 2014 to August 2015. He resigned from his deputy position among accusations of corruption. He is a spokesman for the United Iraqi Alliance. He was a member of the committee that drafted the Constitution of Iraq.

Parliament has set a non-extendable date for the session to name the President of the Republic. After the President of the Republic chooses, the latter will task the framework’s nominee for prime minister to form the government. Currently the Reconstruction and Development have no nominee other than Al-Sudani to head the government again, as he achieved success in managing the government. Yes, there are not a lot of great politicians in Iraq that can work hard to bring success to Iraq. This is another reason for the delay. There is no one other person that stands out so much. It is not even sure that Bahaa Araji is acceptable enough.

Take a peak at article titled “MP: THE SESSION TO ELECT THE PRESIDENT IS NOT YET DECIDED, AND POSTPONEMENT IS POSSIBLE”. I quote from the article “Former MP, Arif Al-Hamami, confirmed on Tuesday that the session scheduled for April 11 to elect the President of the Republic has not yet been decided, noting that setting the date came as a result of initial understandings that have not reached the stage of final confirmation”.

As the Aprill 11^th date nears for the proposed session of parliament we are seeing that t his session may be postponed again due selecting an acceptable candidate for prime minister. How much longer is this going to go on? It is well over 4 months already. Is there a flaw in this election process? Can you see it too?

The second main article, thus issue in the news, is titled “PRIME MINISTER’S ADVISOR: THREE-PRONGED PLAN TO SECURE SALARIES AMID GLOBAL CHALLENGES”. The Prime Minister’s financial advisor, Mazhar Muhammad Salih, confirmed on Tuesday that the current policy guarantees the continuation of salaries and social welfare grants, while identifying three main sources to ensure the sustainability of salaries and social spending.

Saleh says and I quote –“that the sustainability of monthly expenditures for salaries, wages, pensions, and social welfare allowances, in light of the current economic challenges and global fluctuations due to geopolitical risks, is a top priority, and depends on three main sources of revenue”. Remember that just years ago Iraq could not claim three sources of revenue as only one revenue stream of ‘petro-dollars” could be generated. We have read article after article on how Iraq must diversify and create other streams of revenue. Today learn of success in this area of diversification. Let’s revue these sources:  

1.“the first source is maximizing non-oil revenues, as ensuring the liquidity of collecting these revenues is achieved by intensifying approved electronic payment methods, which enhances the state’s own financial resources and reduces total dependence on oil revenues.” We have seen this with the collection of the Customs and Tariffs. The implementation of the WTO ASYCUNDA System. Remember that they told us this revenue stream if implemented correctly and collected to the national treasury could rival the oil revenues.  

2.“the second source is expanding the base of crude oil and petroleum product exports. This policy includes using traditional export channels whenever possible, including land and sea transport through neighboring countries, according to current global oil prices, which have seen an increase of nearly 70% compared to their levels before the outbreak of tensions in the Gulf and Middle East region.”  We have witnessed this move reading many news reports of expanding pipelines. We also witnessed refineries being built inside Iraq exporting by-products of oil outside Iraq. Iraq also is becoming less and less dependent on importing refined gasolene from Iran. Oh… so years ago was the US already planning strategies on how to deal with the Iranian nuclear threat and thus lessen the effect on Iraq?  

3.“the third source of revenue is to follow a pattern of targeted quantitative easing policies, with monetary and fiscal coordination, where coordination between monetary and fiscal policy is intensified, and this coordination is supported by efficient foreign exchange reserves, to ensure the stability of the national economy and the sustainability of public social spending, including the payment of salaries, pensions and social welfare allowances without any interruption.” (in other words budget appropriately and don’t go into debt)

Saleh concluded by saying: “The continuation of these integrated policies guarantees the protection of monthly job income, enhances economic and social stability in the country, and makes Iraq capable of facing global financial and economic shocks efficiently and effectively.” Why is this important to us and the RV?

Remember that this is exactly what the IMF had told Iraq needed to happen in their consultation session review – Salaries have to be paid on time and consistently! This is part of the progression towards the dinar being reinstated and had to take place. I know that due to the Iranian conflict there has been a delay getting the salaries out to Kurdistan region but they are telling us this is a temporary delay and not a financial issue and this article alone says there is plenty of funds for up to 6 months to pay salaries in times of emergencies, if needed.

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UPDATE ON THE IRANIAN CONFLICT

😊 Now a change of topic and so let’s take look at the conflict with Iran. In the article titled “TRUMP: WE WILL LEAVE IRAN WITHIN WEEKS AND A NEW REGIME IS NOW IN POWER IN TEHRAN.” We learn that US President Donald Trump confirmed on Wednesday (April 1, 2026) that US forces will leave Iranian territory within a period of two to three weeks, stressing that Washington is now dealing – as he put it – with “more moderate and rational Iranian leaders.”  In an interview with ABC News, Trump said that “a complete regime change has taken place in Iran, and the current US administration is negotiating with a new, more rational group,” noting that “Iran’s departure will directly impact lower energy prices.”

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SUMMARY:

And so this is the main news for this period to report. It seems we could see some movement for the completion of the Iraqi election in April and the US and Israel ending this military action against Iran. April and May could be interesting months to watch. We know the CBI has told us that they fully intend to move on down the road on the currency reform, but the elections and Iranian conflict is holding them back. This is not a good time of stability and with the militia (as we can see they are attacking US forces within Iraq) as there are security issues to deal with. Remember that Iraq needs a high level of STABILITY and SECURITY to reinstate.

As far as the election goes, right now the main holdup is selecting a candidate for the prime minister that they know can be accepted by all parties or at least the majority. There will be a vote in parliament to ratify the selected candidate.

What will happen to Iran in the near future? As we see the US government has told us there is not a more reasonable leaders in place. We will only see by their actions in the near future just how reasonable they really are or if they are playing the US as fools again. I surely am praying that a new regime that respects all life and freedom to its people is in place. Also, one that does not seek to build weapons of mass destruction anymore or to follow some strict Islamic ideology of controlling the world. Yes, follow our ideology or suffer the consequences.

The analogy I must make is from WWII when the German Army was moving towards the attack of France in a well-planned deception call the Fall Gelb (Case Yellow) operations. The German armored units advanced through the Ardennes, a heavily wooded land. It was thought no armor units would dare attack through these forests. However, the French arial surveillance spotted the entire armor columns, support vehicles and army troop movements as they advanced with miles and miles of equipment and supply chain. They were helpless to maneuver as they could in normal battle conditions due the dense forests. The French caught them by surprise. But there is a very sad ending….

The French aerial bombings at the time could have easily taken out the entire German army and avoided the attack had it not been for traitors. This story is not well exposed in history books because it does not want to expose the corrupt French allies. Many historians even go so far as to say it would have ended the war right then and there. However, traitors within the French military did not conduct the bombings and held back any attacks on these advancing German forces. They had these Germans, the main attack force on France, in a very vicarious situation so say the least. We know the rest of the story.

I compare this scary situation WWII to what is now happening in Iran because sometimes we don’t learn from the past and continue to make the same mistakes over and over again. Are we making a mistake now again with Iran. Are we making these mistakes simply because of the unwillingness to risk the midterm U.S. elections? After all going to war does not look good for Trump. Do they even teach accurate history anymore in schools? Are there traitors in the US and Israel military now maybe doing the same repeat of a bit of WWII history by not finishing off Iran and leaving them with too much of their weaponry or ability to come back and regroup and fight again? I know we must also learn from Iraq too and not destabilize the region with leaving Iran totally helpless either. It’s all a matter of the leadership left behind after the U.S. pulls out.

Can Iran have the capability to begin enrichment of Uranian again in the near future? What happened to the already 60% enriched Uranium? Did the U.S. or Israel capture it or did Iran move it out of Iran before the US’s first bunker buster bombs hit the underground facilities. These all questions unanswered to the general public we ought to know. Will Trump as least want the Iranians to pay for the hundreds of billions of dollars spent so far on this conflict?    

How do you think all this will end?

What do you think will happen? (Leave a comment)

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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

Prophetic Words from prophet:  Julie Green

“More Military Movements Are Taking Place To Save The United States”

Go to the xx mark for the prophecy.  First one from Mar 28th.     

“No More Will the American People Fund Globalist Plans “

Go to the 16:20 mark for the prophecy.  From Mar 28^th.   

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.  

“YOU WON’T BELIEVE WHAT THEY DID BEHIND CLOSED DOORS…

IRAN ISLAMIC JIHAD: THE MODERN DAY NAZIS  

Could Senator Lindsey Graham be that far off in his analysis? The TRUTH about the Iranian buildup of nuclear weapons and why the U.S. had to do something to stop it. Remember the Islamic Jihad is an ideology that sounds so wonderful on the cover, but only if you are stupid enough to believe it.

This is a wonderful speech by Senator Lindsay Graham and everyone should take note of what he says as to why the U.S. is in Iran. This is not a game, it is serious and thank God we have a president with the guts to confront this horror.  

I was listening to this information in amazement as even I did not fully understand the severity as to why we are in Iran doing what our military is doing. Now I get it! Will you?  WOW! WOW! WOW!

THINK ABOUT THIS: Do we have to have another Pearl Harbor to wake everyone up? These ‘No King’ rallies remind me of old films of protests throughout the U.S. against the U.S. getting involved in WWII in Europe. Then what happened- Pearl Harbor? America finally woke up. The Nazis were defeated. So, do we have to have a nuclear bomb go off in NYC or some other major city to wake the people up? Seriously do we have to lose millions of lives first? Is this why they are legalizing marijuana in many states to mess with your head? These people at these rallies hate Trump so much and don’t even know why.

‘NO KINGS’ RALLIES.  REALLY?

Just another ridiculous way for the ‘Trump deranged syndrome idiots’ to expose themselves once again. Yes, another propaganda rally.

Funny how stupid these crowds of people can actually be since they didn’t learn their lessons with attending the BLM rallies and riots of the past. So even after all the exposure of the stollen BLM money that never went to help the black community, so here we go again…. more idiocy. Every one of the speakers claim to support democracy and the US constitution, however words are just words but actions speak much louder. If you look at every one of the speaker’s  records there is anything but that. Again, listen to what they do not what they say.  

Are these people at these rallies mentally retarded? A Psychotherapist analyzes anti-Trump ‘No Kings’ protests.

WHAT’S GOING ON IN GITMO? WHY SO MUCH EXPANSION?

It’s a long watch but well worth learning about. This goes hand in hand with the prophecies that tell us justice is going to be served to these corrupt officials.  

Executive order 14189 now allows military tribunals and courts to be used on civilians for cases that involve TREASON, TRAFFICIING or ESPIONAGE.

Why does God keep telling us in the past and even now that these courts will be used? Folks this is real information , not made up so-called intel. The news did not cover this and probably won’t.

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.

POWERFUL FORCES ARE SEARCHING FOR ALTERNATIVES TO MALIKI, AND THE SUDANESE ALLIANCE IS PROPOSING TWO OPTIONS FOR THE PREMIERSHIP.

An informed political source reported on Monday that some of the active forces within the Coordination Framework are looking for a candidate to replace Nouri al-Maliki for the position of the next government. While the Framework confirmed its rejection of renewing the mandate of the outgoing Prime Minister, Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, the Reconstruction and Development Alliance put forward two options, with no third, for the leadership of the next government.

The source told Shafaq News Agency that “some of the active forces within the framework are studying a group of names of candidates for the premiership due to the lack of agreement among the framework’s components on a specific candidate after the American veto on the leader of the State of Law Coalition, Nouri al-Maliki, the framework’s official candidate.”

He pointed out that “there is a rejection of the idea of ​​renewing al-Sudani’s term, especially with the arrival of signals from religious leaders who also reject renewal,” indicating that “the coming days will witness intensive activity and continuous meetings to agree on a specific figure acceptable to everyone after vetting the names that will be put forward by some of the influential forces.”

The source continued: “According to the information, if it becomes impossible to pass Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani for a second term, the Reconstruction and Development bloc, which is led by the current Prime Minister, will likely put forward the head of the Reconstruction and Development parliamentary bloc, Bahaa Al-Araji, as an alternative to Al-Sudani, especially since he was a deputy prime minister in a previous government.”

In addition, the spokesman for the Reconstruction and Development parliamentary bloc, Firas Al-Muslawi, confirmed to Shafaq News Agency that “Parliament has set a non-extendable date for the session to name the President of the Republic, and there is a parliamentary agreement to vote on the Kurdish candidate for the presidency if the Kurdish forces agree on one candidate. However, if two candidates are presented for the presidency of the Republic, then the vote under the dome of Parliament is the deciding factor.”

He added that “after the President of the Republic chooses, the latter will task the framework’s nominee to form the government, and we in Reconstruction and Development have no nominee other than Al-Sudani to head the government again, as he achieved success in managing the government.”

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MP: THE SESSION TO ELECT THE PRESIDENT IS NOT YET DECIDED, AND POSTPONEMENT IS POSSIBLE.

Former MP, Arif Al-Hamami, confirmed on Tuesday that the session scheduled for April 11 to elect the President of the Republic has not yet been decided, noting that setting the date came as a result of initial understandings that have not reached the stage of final confirmation.

He added that “Iraq is going through a difficult phase and multifaceted challenges, which requires a clear political decision to complete the formation of the government, starting with the election of the President of the Republic, up to the assignment of the candidate of the largest bloc, in order to proceed with managing the current crises, especially the financial and economic files.”

Al-Hamami indicated that “next week will witness a series of important meetings in Baghdad between various political forces,” noting that “these meetings may lead to outcomes that push towards greater consensus regarding the April 11th session, including the forces of the Coordination Framework, in preparation for electing the President of the Republic and tasking the candidate of the largest bloc.”

Almaalomah.me

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IN A MYSTERIOUS MISSION, AL-HALBOUSI DISAPPEARS FROM SIGHT AND LEAVES THE COUNTRY.

A source in Anbar province revealed on Tuesday that Mohammed al-Halbousi, head of the Progress Alliance, has disappeared from public view amid reports suggesting he has traveled abroad on a mission whose details remain unclear.

The source told Al-Maalomah News Agency that “al-Halbousi left Anbar for Jordan to meet with senior Jordanian officials, in the presence of American officials and leaders from the former Ba’ath Party. His trip is expected to include visits to Turkey and Gulf states to discuss the formation of a new government aligned with the Trump administration.”

The source added that “al-Halbousi held secret and unannounced talks with officials in the Trump administration and Gulf states before heading to Jordan, without disclosing the results,” noting that his movements were characterized by complete secrecy. The source explained that “influential figures in the central government were aware in advance of al-Halbousi’s visit to establish a long-term political partnership with the United States, the Gulf states, Turkey, and Jordan,” confirming that al-Halbousi traveled overland from Anbar via the Trebil border crossing.

This visit coincided with Israeli-American bombing of Anbar cities, which resulted in the martyrdom and injury of a number of security personnel and civilians, adding further ambiguity to the timing and purpose of the mission.

(So, let’s get the last statement correct. The Israeli-American bombing of Anbar cities was on the Iranian factions inside Iraq, posing as militia left over from ISIS. These were not Iraqi security personnel. This was done because they sent missiles into Kurdistan military bases holding American troops. This is why these militia are so dangerous to leave inside Iraq. They must be removed. After this incident I don’t know why the politicians in Iraq can’t clearly see what is happening.)

Almaalomah.me

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IN NUMBERS… IRAQ’S INTEGRITY COMMISSION REVEALS ITS ANNUAL ACHIEVEMENTS: RECOVERING AND PROTECTING NEARLY ONE TRILLION DINARS

The Federal Integrity Commission announced on Tuesday a “heavy” tally of its oversight and investigative operations during the year, confirming the prevention of waste and the preservation of public funds worth nearly “one trillion Iraqi dinars,” with the issuance of arrest and summons orders that included dozens of ministers and officials.

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PRIME MINISTER’S ADVISOR: THREE-PRONGED PLAN TO SECURE SALARIES AMID GLOBAL CHALLENGES

The Prime Minister’s financial advisor, Mazhar Muhammad Salih, confirmed on Tuesday that the current policy guarantees the continuation of salaries and social welfare grants.

While identifying three main sources to ensure the sustainability of salaries and social spending, he indicated that Iraq is capable of facing global financial and economic shocks efficiently and effectively. The advisor told the official news agency that “the sustainability of monthly expenditures for salaries, wages, pensions, and social welfare allowances, in light of the current economic challenges and global fluctuations due to geopolitical risks, is a top priority, and depends on three main sources of revenue that guarantee the protection of the living and social stability of citizens on a regular monthly basis.”

He explained that:

1.“the first source is maximizing non-oil revenues, as ensuring the liquidity of collecting these revenues is achieved by intensifying approved electronic payment methods, which enhances the state’s own financial resources and reduces total dependence on oil revenues.”

2.“the second source is expanding the base of crude oil and petroleum product exports. This policy includes using traditional export channels whenever possible, including land and sea transport through neighboring countries, according to current global oil prices, which have seen an increase of nearly 70% compared to their levels before the outbreak of tensions in the Gulf and Middle East region.” He pointed out that “this export expansion contributes, in light of high crude oil prices, to boosting the revenues needed to cover social spending and ensure the stability of the local market.”

3.“the third source of revenue is to follow a pattern of targeted quantitative easing policies, with monetary and fiscal coordination, where coordination between monetary and fiscal policy is intensified, and this coordination is supported by efficient foreign exchange reserves, to ensure the stability of the national economy and the sustainability of public social spending, including the payment of salaries, pensions and social welfare allowances without any interruption.”

Saleh concluded by saying: “The continuation of these integrated policies guarantees the protection of monthly job income, enhances economic and social stability in the country, and makes Iraq capable of facing global financial and economic shocks efficiently and effectively.”

Burathanews.com

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TRUMP: WE WILL LEAVE IRAN WITHIN WEEKS AND A NEW REGIME IS NOW IN POWER IN TEHRAN.

US President Donald Trump confirmed on Wednesday (April 1, 2026) that US forces will leave Iranian territory within a period of two to three weeks, stressing that Washington is now dealing – as he put it – with “more moderate and rational Iranian leaders.”

In an interview with ABC News, Trump said that “a complete regime change has taken place in Iran, and the current US administration is negotiating with a new, more rational group,” noting that “Iran’s departure will directly impact lower energy prices.”

Trump added: “All I have to do to reduce the high energy prices is leave Iran, and that’s what we’ll do soon. There’s no reason for us to stay there,” stressing that “American forces will leave Iranian territory within a period of two to three weeks.”

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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.

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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 31, 2026 Mnt Goat News Brief

Guten Tag everyone:

The RV saga continues with the election cycle. I believe the deadlock over the Maliki candidate for prime minister may be finally over but ‘never say never’ as there still has to be a vote in parliament and Maliki will fight it to vote against any candidate not going along with the Iranian-backed agenda for Iraq. As we are now in the most sacred week of the entire Christian church we must continue to pray and pray hard for peace and freedom in the Middle East, but real peace not peace through appeasement only to fool us all later for yet more control over us.

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Matthew 7:11

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STATUS OF THE RV

😊 I’ve got some good news for you today. Looks like we might see some movement in the direction of finally getting the Iraq elections completed. Take a peak at the article titled “THE IRAQI PARLIAMENT SETS APRIL 11 AS THE DATE FOR HOLDING A SESSION TO ELECT THE PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC”. The Iraqi parliament’s presidency announced on Monday that April 11th has been set as the date for a session to elect the president of the republic.

The Presidency of the Council stated in a statement received by Shafaq News Agency that it “held an expanded meeting with the heads of the parliamentary blocs to discuss a number of important files related to the work of the Council, most notably the discussion of a number of important laws that will be included on the agendas of the Council’s sessions during the coming period. (We know from a past article the agenda will include the Oil and Gas Law (HCL) ).

She added: “The meeting also discussed at length the issue of electing the President of the Republic, and the importance of proceeding with this constitutional entitlement and ending the political deadlock in light of the security and economic conditions that the country is suffering from

☹Okay, so first it was April 1^st then it changed to Aprill 6^th and then April 11^th and  now what? My head is now spinning as they publish yet another article following the previous one on the same subject matter titled “MP: THE SESSION TO ELECT THE PRESIDENT IS NOT YET DECIDED, AND POSTPONEMENT IS POSSIBLE”. Former MP, Arif Al-Hamami, confirmed on Tuesday that the session scheduled for April 11 to elect the President of the Republic has not yet been decided, noting that setting the date came as a result of initial understandings that have not reached the stage of final confirmation. Indications show us that “postponing the date remains very possible in light of the lack of mature agreements.”

What the heck….????

😊 Also take a peak at another article titled “JAMAL KOJAR: IRAQ NEEDS A FULLY EMPOWERED GOVERNMENT TO ENSURE THE COUNTRY’S STABILITY”.

MP Jamal Kojar confirmed on Friday that the continuation of the state with a caretaker government and an outgoing president does not give it the highest degree of authority, stressing the importance of having a fully empowered government in light of the exceptional situation that the region is witnessing. He added that “the legislative, executive and judicial institutions must continue to carry out their work normally and perform their role as required, stressing the need to pass the political entitlements, choose a president for the republic, appoint a prime minister, then vote on the cabinet, as well as activate the work of the House of Representatives in passing laws and monitoring government work.” 

I want to remind everyone of two things:

First, the conflict with Iran continues and they told us they would not reinstate the dinar until this situation with Iran stabilizes and settles down.

Second, we need once again to make the connection between electing the president (Kurds) and then followed by the prime minister (Shiite responsibility). Who is going to back the Shiite Iranians occupying inside Iraq when Iran falls. Basically, it has already fallen and the Iranian military is just now trying to hide the remaining military weapons to use against the U.S. should they decide to occupy parts of Iran. This is why it is essential to take out these sites first.

😊 An interesting article backs up the notion that parliament is ready to work and get the election saga over. In the article titled “AL-HALBOUSI HINTS AT A DECISIVE MOVE TO ELECT THE PRESIDENT, AND MPS ARE COLLECTING SIGNATURES”.

The Speaker of Parliament, Hebat al-Halbousi, called for expediting the election of the President of the Republic, stressing “that continued delay is no longer acceptable due to its direct impact on the stability of the state and the regularity of the work of its institutions” .

Al-Halbousi stated in a post seen by Al-Sa’a Network that “the House of Representatives will bear its constitutional responsibility and proceed towards fulfilling this entitlement, after giving sufficient time to agree on choosing a suitable person for the position.” The question still stands in that will Kurdistan cooperate and announce their nominee for president? This is the next chess move that must happen.

So, I think we are about to head into some positive news in the next few weeks about the 2025 election cycle, however please don’t go off half-cocked and think too much of the recent news. Please no rumors and let’s just stick to the FACTS and TRUTH. I firmly believe that NOTHING is going to happen until this Iranian issue is settled.

The HCL Lies Told by Intel Gurus

Next, I want to clarify what HCL really means. Honestly I don’t know where these stupid intel gurus get their concept of this law from. Many of these intel gurus are still ignorant of this subject matter especially this guy Wang Dang and TNT Tony. They claim from somewhere over the last couple decades a notion that HCL is just a distribution of the oil revenues among the citizens. Really? I am here to tell them once again IT IS NOT! It is much, much more than that. Hey…just like the RV rate will be in the budget…lol.. lol.. lol..

Here is what the law is: The Iraqi Hydrocarbon Law (HCL), also known as the Oil and Gas Law was a significant piece of legislation submitted to the Iraqi Council of Representatives in 2007. The necessity for the law comes from the new Iraqi constitution of 2005, Articles 111 and 112. It is aimed to establish a regulatory framework for Iraqi oil fields not to give oil stipends to the citizens. It allows foreign companies to engage in oil production and development in Iraq. So far, the company SOMO has been selected to manage the brokering of the oil for export and contractors who work in the fields. The law, as it stands today, is NOT passed in parliament as it has sparked controversy and debate over the last decades. These controversies come with concerns over the potential division of the country and the role of foreign companies in the oil sector. But much recent progress has been made. As of 2024, the law continues to evolve having the latest version of the law already being implemented in action, but still not passed into law ‘officially’ by parliament. This is the first version of the law that Kurdistan is actually now demanding it go forth with before parliament and pass into law. So, there should be little controversy over it and it should pass easily.

As investors in Iraq, over these last decades we witnessed the lack of this law being made ‘official’ and put into the gazette. This law will help in the ability to settle disputes and has caused many stirs and delays in parliament.   

I quote these Articles from the new Iraqi Constitution:

Article 111: Oil and gas are owned by all the people of Iraq in all the regions and governorates.

Article 112:

First: The federal government, with the producing governorates and regional governments, shall undertake the management of oil and gas extracted from present fields, provided that it distributes its revenues in a fair manner in proportion to the population distribution in all parts of the country, specifying an allotment for a specified period for the damaged regions which were unjustly deprived of them by the former regime, and the regions that were damaged afterwards in a way that ensures balanced development in different areas of the country, and this shall be regulated by a law.

Second: The federal government, with the producing regional and governorate governments, shall together formulate the necessary strategic policies to develop the oil and gas wealth in a way that achieves the highest benefit to the Iraqi people using the most advanced techniques of the market principles and encouraging investment.  

Oh…. but what about Profit Sharing (stipends)?

As far as the law goes and in practice too there is no individual profit sharing or stipends handed out to the citizens, as these stupid intel gurus pretend there is or will be as the basis for HCL. It is all just a lie and not factual. In article 112 of their constitution and I quote from it – ‘provided that it distributes its revenues in a fair manner in proportion to the population distribution in all parts of the country”. Folks this quote from article 112 talks about what is now being paid in salaries not individual stipends. It comes directly from the CBI in electronic form to Kurdistan, about 12% of the oil revenue dues. Kurdistan then distributes it and uses the money in many ways other than paying just salaries. Since Kurdistan is part of Iraq and has all the oil, this is only fair. The Oil and Gas Law makes it fair.

So, the current Oil and Gas law does NOT specify anywhere that the average citizen will get an oil stipend as done in other oil producing countries such as Saudi Arabia. We are waiting for the Oil and Gas Law to pass in parliament but for the right reasons not some intel guru bullshit once again.

What do they tell you concerning HCL?

The premise for the lies is because they are using the HCL as target event to con you into believing that when the RV does happen these so-called imaginary stipends will be paid out in the new RV rate. Just another gimmick to get you listen to their conference calls. Get it?  They go on and on about these stipends and new RV rate without even mentioning the necessity to repeg the dinar first and then to reinstate the dinar back to FOREX as the primary movement we are waiting to see.

What the new Oil and Gas Law does is it authorizes production share agreements (PSAs) which guarantees a profit for foreign oil companies.  The central government (GOI) distributes remaining oil revenues (after expenses) throughout the nation on a per capita basis. This is why the census was so important.

This is not individual stipends from oil, get it?  This is the salaries, a share of the excess oil revenues that go to the regions as a whole. This is what we read countless articles about and why Kurdistan boycotted so many past sessions of parliament.

These revenues are used to pay government salaries, schools, hospitals, water, etc., etc. throughout the country, The controversy we keep hearing about is with the Kurdistan region as they have felt they were not getting their fair share of the revenues. The southern Baghdad regions have no issues and salaries are always paid on time to them. The IMF clearly stated in its past consultation sessions with Iraq that the GOI must get the salaries to Kurdistan on a regularly timed monthly basis, without delays, just as the southern regions get it. I would only guess this would also be a stipulation for the RV to happen.

The new 2024 DRAFT Oil and Gas law allows Iraq’s provinces freedom from the central government in giving exploration and production contracts through SOMO. Iraq’s constitution allows governorates to form a semi-independent regions, fully controlling their own natural resources, as Kurdistan does today and will continue to do so. This is all spelled out in the 2024 Oil and Gas Law and why it is so imperative to finally get to law. Remember also that oil is still the life-blood of Iraq.

😊 In the article titled “ECONOMIC EXPERT: A HONG KONG COMPANY HAS SUBMITTED A PROPOSAL TO IRAQ TO EXTEND TWO OIL PIPELINES TOWARDS JORDAN AND TURKEY”. Economic expert Nabil Al-Marsoumi revealed that Iraq has received an offer to construct oil pipelines from the Hong Kong-based company Heritage Funds LPF.

The company submitted its offer to the Iraqi Ministry of Oil to implement the following two projects:

1. A project extending from the port of Basra to the city of Haditha, and from Haditha to Aqaba in Jordan or the port of Latakia on the Mediterranean Sea in Syria.

2. A pipeline extending from the port of Basra to the Turkish border.

“Drill Baby Drill” 😊 😊 😊

Of course it does no good to drill and find oil, then pump it out of the ground without being able to transport it to market. The situation with Iran and the oil barges also is impacting market demands for Iraqi oil. However Iran assured Iraq their tankers could pass through the Strait of Hormuz to enter the Gulf of Oman to travel further to markets.

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SUMMARY:

I know it seems like a long time since the elections were held in November 2025 and it has. Trust me when I say this to you that we are much, much better off waiting these past four plus months than to have Nori al-Maliki (peanut-head) as the prime minister. We would be waiting years more, at least with Maliki. I pray that this last go-around with Maliki awakened the citizens just how vulnerable the country really it to tyranny. It should also awaken them to the Iranian influence and what Iran had planned for Iraq. So, we may see the end to this election saga in the next few weeks however we still have issues with the Iranian militia and terrorist organizations in Iraq. These too must be addressed.

I like it that parliament is working on finally getting the Oil and Gas Law passed into law. According to what I heard it should go smoothly once they take the legislation up for study and vote.

Many times we read articles from Iraq on something and it sounds so encouraging. How many articles have we read about the point of sale and the use of electronic crads (debit cards). But what is the real story that is actually going on? Is it as bad as the author of a very recent article portrays it?

Please take peak at the recent article titled “CASH FIRST”… WHY IS ELECTRONIC PAYMENT FAILING TO GAIN THE TRUST OF IRAQIS?” When you read the article also keep in mind the notion of nearly 80% of the monetary mass in dinars is outside the banking system. This article, without knowing it, also touches on this issue today. Please go read the entire article as it is telling us a lot about the culture and the people.

In Iraq, cash still retains its position as the most prevalent means of payment in daily life, despite the gradual expansion of electronic payment services.

While financial systems evolve and banking cards and applications proliferate, cash transactions remain the preferred option for a wide segment of citizens, as they consider it the fastest, simplest, and safest from their point of view, given the ongoing challenges related to trust in banking services and their stability.

Hear is an example what is going on in the minds of an average Iraqi citizen:

Citizen Taha Ahmed told Shafaq News Agency that he prefers to use cash in his daily transactions instead of electronic payment cards, despite having a bank card, explaining that he only uses it when his salary is deposited, as he withdraws it in full immediately.

He adds that the reason is due to the ease of dealing with cash on the one hand, in addition to widespread concerns about the possibility of theft or unjustified withdrawals from cards without the knowledge of their owners or prior notification from the banks.

According to Ahmed, these concerns, whether true or just rumors, prompted him to avoid keeping any money on the card and instead rely on cash for all his daily transactions, indicating that the lack of trust in electronic payment methods is still an influential factor among a segment of citizens, despite the increasing spread of these services.

How do you think all this will end?

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PRAYING WITH SINCERITY

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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

Prophetic Words from prophet:  Julie Green

“A New Election System Will Be Put In Place “

Go to the 13:05 mark for the prophecy.  First one from Mar 22^nd.    

“Mass Deportations Are Coming “

Go to the 15:39 mark for the prophecy.  From Mar 27^th 

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.  

“YOU WON’T BELIEVE WHAT THEY DID BEHIND CLOSED DOORS…

IRAN ISLAMIC JIHAD: THE MODERN DAY NAZIS  

Could Senator Lindsey Graham be that far off in his analysis? The TRUTH about the Iranian buildup of nuclear weapons and why the U.S. had to do something to stop it. Remember the Islamic Jihad is an ideology that sounds so wonderful on the cover, but only if you are stupid enough to believe it.

This is a wonderful speech by Senator Lindsay Graham and everyone should take note of what he says as to why the U.S. is in Iran. This is not a game, it is serious and thank God we have a president with the guts to confront this horror.  

I was listening to this information in amazement as even I did not fully understand the severity as to why we are in Iran doing what our military is doing. Now I get it! Will you?  WOW! WOW! WOW!

THINK ABOUT THIS: Do we have to have another Pearl Harbor to wake everyone up? These ‘No King’ rallies remind me of old films of protests throughout the U.S. against the U.S. getting involved in WWII in Europe. Then what happened- Pearl Harbor? America finally woke up. The Nazis were defeated. So, do we have to have a nuclear bomb go off in NYC or some other major city to wake the people up? Seriously do we have to lose millions of lives first? Is this why they are legalizing marijuana in many states to mess with your head? These people at these rallies hate Trump so much and don’t even know why.

‘NO KINGS’ RALLIES.  REALLY?

Just another ridiculous way for the ‘Trump deranged syndrome idiots’ to expose themselves once again. Yes, another propaganda rally.

Funny how stupid these crowds of people can actually be since they didn’t learn their lessons with attending the BLM rallies and riots of the past. So even after all the exposure of the stollen BLM money that never went to help the black community, so here we go again…. more idiocy. Every one of the speakers claim to support democracy and the US constitution, however words are just words but actions speak much louder. If you look at every one of the speaker’s  records there is anything but that. Again, listen to what they do not what they say.  

Are these people at these rallies mentally retarded? A Psychotherapist analyzes anti-Trump ‘No Kings’ protests.

WHAT’S GOING ON IN GITMO? WHY SO MUCH EXPANSION?

It’s a long watch but well worth learning about. This goes hand in hand with the prophecies that tell us justice is going to be served to these corrupt officials.  

Executive order 14189 now allows military tribunals and courts to be used on civilians for cases that involve TREASON, TRAFFICIING or ESPIONAGE.

Why does God keep telling us in the past and even now that these courts will be used? Folks this is real information , not made up so-called intel. The news did not cover this and probably won’t.

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.

A PARLIAMENTARY SOURCE TOLD AL-FURAT NEWS: SIGNATURES ARE BEING COLLECTED TO HOLD A SESSION NEXT MONDAY AND END THE PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION CRISIS.

(Obviously this did not happen yesterday, Monday! Another article tells us they delayed it until April 11^th. )

A parliamentary source revealed today, Thursday, a movement to end the political deadlock and collect signatures to hold a session of the House of Representatives next Monday to elect the President of the Republic.

A source told Al-Furat News Agency that “parliamentary efforts are underway to break the deadlock, with a parliamentary session scheduled for Monday to elect the president.” The source also revealed that “signatures have been collected from members of parliament to convene Monday’s session and resolve the presidential issue,” noting that “more than 160 signatures have been gathered to hold the session next Monday to elect the president.”

It is worth noting that Iraq has been in a constitutional vacuum since January 29, 2016, after the parliament failed to vote on a president and postponed the parliamentary session designated for this purpose multiple times due to political disputes between parties and competition for key positions. 

Currently, the competition for the presidency is between the two major Kurdish parties that govern the Kurdistan Region: the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP) and the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan (PUK).

The Iraqi constitution stipulates a clear timeframe for electing the president, requiring that the election take place within 30 days of the first session of the new parliament, with the incumbent president continuing to perform his duties until a new president is elected. 

With parliament’s failure to elect a president, Iraq has entered a constitutional vacuum, potentially leading to problems regarding the powers of outgoing officials, as well as delays in completing projects and managing the country’s daily affairs.

Parliament has not scheduled a new session to vote on the presidential election, and the legislative authority has offered no comment or justification for this, except for remarks suggesting that the 30-day period stipulated by the constitution refers to official working days and excludes holidays—an interpretation lacking any basis in the constitution or parliament’s internal regulations.

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JAMAL KOJAR: IRAQ NEEDS A FULLY EMPOWERED GOVERNMENT TO ENSURE THE COUNTRY’S STABILITY.

 MP Jamal Kojar confirmed on Friday that the continuation of the state with a caretaker government and an outgoing president does not give it the highest degree of authority, stressing the importance of having a fully empowered government in light of the exceptional situation that the region is witnessing.

In his interview with Al-Furat News Agency, Kujer pointed out that “linking the failure to pass presidential and ministerial entitlements to the current circumstances is evidence of Iraq being affected by what is happening in the region, stressing that it is better for Iraq not to be part of these circumstances and for the Iraqi state to remain strong and independent from any direct or indirect influences.” 

Kujer added that “the legislative, executive and judicial institutions must continue to carry out their work normally and perform their role as required, stressing the need to pass the political entitlements, choose a president for the republic, appoint a prime minister, then vote on the cabinet, as well as activate the work of the House of Representatives in passing laws and monitoring government work.” 

He explained that “these steps are considered the best to ensure the stability of the state and enhance Iraq’s strength in the face of internal and external challenges, stressing that delaying the passage of the entitlements poses a threat to the stability of the state and its ability to confront the changing regional situation.” 

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IRAQ AND THE UNITED STATES ESTABLISH A HIGH-LEVEL COMMITTEE TO ENHANCE SECURITY AND KEEP THE COUNTRY NEUTRAL FROM REGIONAL CONFLICTS.

 

The Security Media Cell announced on Friday the formation of a joint high coordination committee between Iraq and the United States of America, within the framework of the strategic partnership and ongoing cooperation between the two countries in the political, economic and security fields.

The cell stated in a statement that the first meeting of the committee, which was held on March 26, 2026, witnessed the agreement of both sides to intensify joint cooperation to prevent terrorist attacks, and to ensure that Iraqi territory is not used as a launching point for any attack targeting the Iraqi people, security forces, or strategic facilities and assets, as well as to protect American personnel, diplomatic missions, and international coalition forces.

The statement added that both sides affirmed their commitment to keeping Iraq out of the ongoing military conflict in the region, with full respect for its sovereignty, and to supporting efforts to prevent the use of its territory, airspace and territorial waters to threaten it or neighboring countries.

He noted that both sides renewed their commitment to coordinating counter-terrorism efforts, giving priority to the Iraqi role in achieving common goals, and contributing to strengthening stability and preserving the country’s sovereignty.

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AL-HALBOUSI HINTS AT A DECISIVE MOVE TO ELECT THE PRESIDENT, AND MPS ARE COLLECTING SIGNATURES.

The Speaker of Parliament, Hebat al-Halbousi, called for expediting the election of the President of the Republic, stressing that continued delay is no longer acceptable due to its direct impact on the stability of the state and the regularity of the work of its institutions .

Al-Halbousi stated in a post seen by Al-Sa’a Network that “the House of Representatives will bear its constitutional responsibility and proceed towards fulfilling this entitlement, after giving sufficient time to agree on choosing a suitable person for the position.”

He stressed that “Parliament has a national responsibility to resolve this issue in accordance with the constitution, and to choose a figure who represents everyone and contributes to restoring stability to the work of state institutions.”

In this context, the official agency quoted MP Sarwa Mohammed from the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan bloc as saying that more than 229 MPs signed a petition to hold a session next Monday to elect the president of the republic and task the candidate of the largest bloc with forming the government, noting that the country needs a fully empowered government.

This move comes after a broad parliamentary effort in recent hours to collect signatures to hold an election session, coinciding with calls by Iraqi elites to dissolve parliament and hold new elections under judicial supervision.

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AL-HAKIM IS PLANNING THE RETURN OF AL-SUDANI, AND PARLIAMENT IS READY ON TUESDAY… BAHAA AL-ARAJI IS VERY OPTIMISTIC

The head of the Reconstruction and Development parliamentary bloc, Bahaa al-Araji, revealed on Sunday (March 29, 2029) an intensive political movement led by the Wisdom Movement to reinstate Mohammed Shia al-Sudani for a second term as Prime Minister.

He confirmed that 9 out of 12 forces within the coordination framework support this direction. Al-Araji indicated that the upcoming parliamentary session next Tuesday will witness the achievement of a two-thirds quorum to elect the President of the Republic, considering any further delay to be a “clear violation of the constitution.” He added that Iraq is exempt from the decision to prevent passage through the Strait of Hormuz, and that Washington informed the Kurdistan Regional Government of the error of its decision to prevent oil exports. Al-Araji also announced that April 8 has been set as the final date for resolving the outstanding entitlements.

The Reconstruction and Development Coalition published, via its Facebook page, a statement by the head of the bloc, Bahaa Al-Araji, which was followed by the 964 Network , in which he revealed that “the two-thirds quorum required to elect the President of the Republic will be achieved in the upcoming parliamentary session on Tuesday, stressing that the opposition does not exceed a minority, foremost among them the “Al-Asas” Coalition, while the Badr Organization and the Victorious and National Approach blocs will be at the forefront of those present.”

Al-Araji explained that “Fuad Hussein requested a postponement of the session, but in his opinion, the current delay constitutes a clear violation of the constitution.”

In the Prime Minister’s file, Al-Araji stated that “nine out of twelve forces within the coordination framework support granting Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani a second term, noting that the Wisdom Movement is the owner of this project, and it is supported by the Sadiqun and Badr blocs and the forces of Abu Alaa Al-Walai.”

He confirmed that “Nouri al-Maliki pledged to return the position to al-Sudani, and that the decision to withdraw al-Maliki’s nomination was taken implicitly despite the existence of an opposing wing within the State of Law coalition.”

On the security and regional level, Al-Araji praised Al-Sudani’s success in “keeping Iraq away from the war that Israel is trying to drag it into,” stressing that “the authority to declare war is limited to the Commander-in-Chief and Parliament, and that the decision to defend oneself belongs to the Popular Mobilization Forces alone.”

Al-Araji described the targeting of the army in Habbaniyah as an unintentional mistake, while he considered the bombing of Nechirvan Barzani’s house as a blatant attempt to incite strife.

Regarding the international scene, Al-Araji criticized the policies of the Trump administration, describing the decision to assassinate Iranian Supreme Leader Sayyid Ali Khamenei as a “foolish decision,” stressing that “Iraq is exempt from the decision to prevent passage through the Strait of Hormuz, and that Washington informed the Kurdistan Regional Government of the error of its decision to prevent oil exports.”

In a subsequent post on the “X” platform, Al-Araji said, “With a firm will and sincere parliamentary efforts, today we reaped the fruits of diligent work by setting April 8 as the final date for resolving the stalled entitlements.”

He added, “This achievement would not have seen the light of day were it not for the insistence on breaking the deadlock and moving towards forming a fully empowered government capable of confronting the grave challenges facing Iraq.”

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THE IRAQI PARLIAMENT SETS APRIL 11 AS THE DATE FOR HOLDING A SESSION TO ELECT THE PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC.

The Iraqi parliament’s presidency announced on Monday that April 11th has been set as the date for a session to elect the president of the republic.

The Presidency of the Council stated in a statement received by Shafaq News Agency that it “held an expanded meeting with the heads of the parliamentary blocs to discuss a number of important files related to the work of the Council, most notably the discussion of a number of important laws that will be included on the agendas of the Council’s sessions during the coming period, as well as completing the vote on the Council’s standing committees.”

She added: “The meeting also discussed at length the issue of electing the President of the Republic, and the importance of proceeding with this constitutional entitlement and ending the political deadlock in light of the security and economic conditions that the country is suffering from.”

According to the statement, the Speaker of Parliament decided to “set Saturday, April 11, as the date for holding a session to elect the President of the Republic,” calling on the leaders of the political blocs to “assume their responsibilities in completing the constitutional requirements and forming a government capable of facing the challenges.”

The Presidency of the House of Representatives held a consultative meeting yesterday, Sunday, in which it discussed the ongoing preparations to set a date for a session to elect the new President of the Republic of Iraq during this week in order to end the current political deadlock and proceed with the formation of the next government.

This comes as 220 members of the Iraqi parliament submitted a list of their names and signatures to the parliament’s leadership, demanding that a session be held next Monday to elect the president of the republic.

The coordinating framework that brings together the ruling Shiite political forces in Iraq agreed to postpone deciding on a prime ministerial candidate until after the end of the ongoing regional war between the United States and Israel against Iran, according to a political source who spoke to Shafaq News Agency earlier.

The Coordination Framework had officially nominated Maliki on January 24, a move that opened the door to negotiations to form the new government, but the process faltered as disagreements continued over the election of the President of the Republic, the constitutional entitlement that precedes assigning the candidate of the largest bloc to form the government.

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MP: THE SESSION TO ELECT THE PRESIDENT IS NOT YET DECIDED, AND POSTPONEMENT IS POSSIBLE.

 
Former MP, Arif Al-Hamami, confirmed on Tuesday that the session scheduled for April 11 to elect the President of the Republic has not yet been decided, noting that setting the date came as a result of initial understandings that have not reached the stage of final confirmation.

Al-Hamami told Al-Maalouma that “the Iraqi parliament’s setting of a session on April 11 to elect the president is still not decided among the political forces, and it cannot be confirmed that it will be held at this time,” indicating that “postponing the date remains very possible in light of the lack of mature agreements.”

He added that “Iraq is going through a difficult phase and multifaceted challenges, which requires a clear political decision to complete the formation of the government, starting with the election of the President of the Republic, up to the assignment of the candidate of the largest bloc, in order to proceed with managing the current crises, especially the financial and economic files.”

Al-Hamami indicated that “next week will witness a series of important meetings in Baghdad between various political forces,” noting that “these meetings may lead to outcomes that push towards greater consensus regarding the April 11th session, including the forces of the Coordination Framework, in preparation for electing the President of the Republic and tasking the candidate of the largest bloc.”

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“CASH FIRST”… WHY IS ELECTRONIC PAYMENT FAILING TO GAIN THE TRUST OF IRAQIS?

In Iraq, cash still retains its position as the most prevalent means of payment in daily life, despite the gradual expansion of electronic payment services.

While financial systems evolve and banking cards and applications proliferate, cash transactions remain the preferred option for a wide segment of citizens, as they consider it the fastest, simplest, and safest from their point of view, given the ongoing challenges related to trust in banking services and their stability.

Opinions and comments

Citizen Taha Ahmed told Shafaq News Agency that he prefers to use cash in his daily transactions instead of electronic payment cards, despite having a bank card, explaining that he only uses it when his salary is deposited, as he withdraws it in full immediately.

He adds that the reason is due to the ease of dealing with cash on the one hand, in addition to widespread concerns about the possibility of theft or unjustified withdrawals from cards without the knowledge of their owners or prior notification from the banks.

According to Ahmed, these concerns, whether true or just rumors, prompted him to avoid keeping any money on the card and instead rely on cash for all his daily transactions, indicating that the lack of trust in electronic payment methods is still an influential factor among a segment of citizens, despite the increasing spread of these services.

Statistics indicate that the number of payment cards in Iraq exceeded 20-22 million cards, but the actual use remains less than the distribution volume. The Central Bank also clarifies that the size of the money supply amounts to 93 trillion dinars, while what is inside the banks does not exceed 11 trillion dinars.

Cash despite the reform

For his part, the Prime Minister’s financial advisor, Mazhar Muhammad Saleh, told Shafaq News Agency that “the informal economy still constitutes a large share of activity in Iraq, which reinforces the reliance on cash in daily transactions, especially in markets and small businesses.”

He believes that cultural factors and weak digital financial awareness play a role in the preference for cash, along with some concerns related to fees or technical errors, noting that many payment card holders use them only to withdraw salaries, which limits their spread as an actual means of payment.

On the other hand, Saleh points to growing positive indicators, as Iraq is witnessing a remarkable expansion in the use of electronic payment cards, especially at gas stations and some services, with the support of the government’s economic and banking reform program.

He continued, saying that “the government’s efforts are progressing in promoting digital transformation through expanding electronic collection, spreading financial inclusion, developing the payment infrastructure, and providing incentives to encourage use,” adding that “Iraq is gradually moving towards establishing a culture of electronic payment, supported by ongoing reforms aimed at building a more efficient and stable digital financial system.”

According to statistics, about 90% to 95% of payments in Iraq are still made in cash, as stated in recent economic reports and studies.

Digital Payment Culture

For his part, financial expert Mahmoud Dagher confirms that the transition from cash transactions to electronic payments in Iraq is not just a technical step, but a cultural shift that requires time and societal awareness, and cannot be achieved in a short period.

(How long then? Isn’t 23 years long enough?)

In an interview with Shafaq News Agency, he points out that this process faces several challenges, most notably the incomplete and organized economic cycle, which includes registering shops, documenting properties, and opening bank accounts, which are essential factors for creating an integrated digital financial environment.

According to Dagher, the absence of a large segment of consumers and sellers from the banking system limits the expansion of the use of electronic payment tools. He explained that promoting this shift requires raising the level of confidence in the banking sector, in addition to providing encouraging incentives for users, whether consumers or business owners, such as discounts or additional benefits compared to cash payments.

He explains that imposing electronic payment by force may not achieve positive results, but rather encouraging voluntary use through incentives is the most effective way, noting that the electronic payment system in Iraq is still relatively new, as it only started to appear about two years ago, which puts it in the initial establishment phase, with expectations of gradual development and an increase in demand rates during the coming period.

On the other hand, an informed source believes that most countries in the world have moved towards relying on electronic payment systems, with a significant decline in the use of cash in many daily transactions, as part of the shift towards a digital economy.

The source explained to Shafaq News Agency that “electronic payment in Iraq represents a positive step towards modernity and financial development, but it faces several challenges, most notably the weakness of the banking infrastructure, the need to strengthen the role of the Central Bank in this field, as well as the limited awareness of digital financial culture among a segment of citizens.”

There is also  a need for more effective oversight and monitoring by the Central Bank and relevant authorities of electronic payment companies, given the financial deductions imposed on the cards of employees and retirees, according to the source.

According to experts, developing this sector requires addressing these challenges in an integrated manner, to ensure the building of a more efficient and reliable electronic payment system in Iraq.

In the same context, economist Mohammed Al-Hassani told Shafaq News Agency that “the liquidity structure in Iraq still reflects a high reliance on cash,” explaining that “about 40% to 45% of the money supply is still outside the banking system, while the percentage of funds inside banks does not exceed 55% to 60%.”

It is believed that “this reality reflects structural challenges in the financial sector, most notably weak confidence in banks and a decline in the use of modern banking tools compared to direct cash transactions.”

Al-Hassani concludes his statement by saying that “most areas of Iraq, especially wholesale markets such as Al-Shourja, Jamila and others, still rely almost entirely on cash in daily transactions, with weak demand for electronic payment due to a lack of trust in banks and fear of technical or security problems related to cards and bank accounts.”

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ECONOMIC EXPERT: A HONG KONG COMPANY HAS SUBMITTED A PROPOSAL TO IRAQ TO EXTEND TWO OIL PIPELINES TOWARDS JORDAN AND TURKEY.

Economic expert Nabil Al-Marsoumi revealed that Iraq has received an offer to construct oil pipelines from the Hong Kong-based company Heritage Funds LPF.

Al-Marsoumi stated in a Facebook post, which was monitored by Iraq Observer, that this company possesses extensive experience in financing government projects and is prepared to implement and finance the construction of an oil and gas pipeline project using an engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) model based on barter contracts with a share of crude oil.

He explained that the company submitted its offer to the Iraqi Ministry of Oil to implement the following two projects:

1. A project extending from the port of Basra to the city of Haditha, and from Haditha to Aqaba in Jordan or the port of Latakia on the Mediterranean Sea in Syria.

2. A pipeline extending from the port of Basra to the Turkish border.
Al-Marsoumi did not specify when this offer was submitted or whether it was related to the current crisis.

Iraqi oil production halted after the closure of the Strait of Hormuz due to the ongoing war, and the strait is the main outlet for Iraqi oil exports.
While Iraq exported around four million barrels per day before the war, its exports have now plummeted to just 200,000 barrels per day via the Turkish Ceyhan pipeline and a few thousand more by tanker through Jordan.

Iraq faces complex economic challenges and fears of complete economic paralysis with the cessation of its oil revenues, which constitute more than 95% of the income of this rentier state.

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DESPITE IRANIAN DENIALS, TRUMP SAYS IRAN IS NEGOTIATING SECRETLY AND IS AFRAID TO MAKE IT PUBLIC.

US President Donald Trump insisted on Thursday that Iran is participating in peace talks despite its denials, asserting that Iranian negotiators are afraid to announce it for fear of internal reactions.

“They are negotiating, by the way, and they very much want to make a deal,” Trump said during a dinner for Republican members of Congress. “But they are afraid to say so, because they think if they do, they will be killed by their own people.”

In this context, the American newspaper “The Wall Street Journal” stated that Trump is seeking to end the war with Iran in the coming weeks, and that he has informed his aides of his desire to put a quick end to the conflict.

The newspaper quoted a US official as saying that some of Trump’s close associates are “pushing for escalation and regime change in Iran,” while the president has expressed willingness to send troops into Iran, but is hesitant because of the risks of escalation.

The source added that there are “fears of increased casualties in the event of a US ground intervention in Iran,” noting that losses on the US side amounted to “about 300 wounded and 13 dead since the start of the last war with Iran.”

The newspaper explained that Trump “discussed securing US access to a portion of Iranian oil as part of any agreement to end the war.”

Trump said on Wednesday that Iran’s leaders are negotiating with the United States but denying it to their people, adding: “I ended 8 wars, and now we are winning our war on Iran,” and asserting that the Iranian negotiators “are afraid of being killed by their own people.”

Trump stressed that “the Iranians are negotiating with us and are eager to make a deal,” adding: “We have destroyed everything in Iran. We want to see the United States succeed in its military operations in Iran.”

In contrast, the US government threatened on Wednesday to intensify attacks on Iran if no agreement is reached, with White House spokeswoman Carolyn Levitt saying that “there is no need for more death and destruction.”

Levitt added: “If Iran does not accept the reality of the current moment, and if it does not realize that it has been militarily defeated and will remain so, then President Trump will ensure that it is struck with even greater force than it has ever experienced before.”

She indicated that the leadership in Tehran has an opportunity to cooperate with Trump, which requires abandoning its nuclear program and ceasing to threaten the United States and its allies.

In this context, the White House announced that the United States and Iran remain engaged in peace talks, despite reports in Iranian media that Tehran has rejected Washington’s proposal to end the war.

In response to those reports, Levitt said that “talks are ongoing and productive, as President Trump has declared,” stressing that “President Trump does not threaten in vain, and he is prepared to open the gates of hell, and Iran should not miscalculate again.”

She explained that there are “elements of truth” in the media reports about a 15-point American plan that includes demands directed at Tehran.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said on Wednesday that his government does not intend to hold any negotiations with the United States to end the war, adding in an interview with state television that exchanging messages through intermediaries “does not mean negotiating with the United States.”

Araghchi noted that the highest authorities are “reviewing the proposals submitted,” stressing that Iran does not intend to hold talks with the United States.

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AL-MALIKI THREE TIMES: AMERICA CHANGED ITS MIND ABOUT AL-SUDANI AND THE EMBASSY INFORMED THE FRAMEWORK OF THE REFUSAL TO RENEW

State of Law Coalition member Diaa al-Nasiri said that the US Chargé d’Affaires Joshua Harris visited leaders in the coordination framework and informed them of the United States’ rejection of renewing the government of Mohammed al-Sudani.

He commented on al-Maliki’s absence from the framework sessions that took place two weeks ago, saying that al-Maliki was attending the funeral of Ayatollah Khamenei, and that the timing of the parliamentary session was inappropriate, as was responding to the invitation in light of the events in the region, according to his expression, which he repeated 3 times during an interview with journalist Samer Jawad, which was followed by 

Q: Why was Maliki absent and then attended the last meeting of the framework?

If you mean the meeting two weeks ago when Abu Mujtaba was martyred, Mr. Maliki was at the funeral, and the political situation could not bear it. We have a great religious authority of Mr. Maliki’s stature being martyred, and then they call for a meeting the next day? Frankly, the invitation was not appropriate, nor was the response to it appropriate.

Regarding the framework session, there was a surge on social media, and a call for demonstrations. Anyone who did not want this session to be held was considered a traitor to the nation. There were 299 MPs who called for this session, and the issue of the prime minister candidate was decided 10 days before the deadline. When it was decided, “when I took up the matter, one group broke their promise and another group rebelled.” They are waiting for signals and praying to God for a second tweet to come down.

The envoys came, and then the threats began to rain down on us.

The new position: A new recommendation arrived from the American chargé d’affaires who visited some leaders in the coordination framework and said, “If you intend to withdraw al-Maliki’s nomination and bring in al-Sudani, we will not be satisfied and we do not want to renew the prime minister’s term.”

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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

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.

ABOUT THE NEWSLETTER:

March 24, 2026 Mnt Goat News Brief

Guten Tag everyone:

The RV saga continues with the election cycle. The deadlock over the Maliki candidate for prime minister is finally over but he persists in his tactics to try to block any other candidate, in spite of all his lies that he would support. He is so desperate for power and control. He still sees it may be possible and is reaching for it again, even if it hurts Iraq. He hopes to overturn the vote in parliament, then backtrack later to get renominated out of desperation. Oh… he is one slick, sick slimy, dark person.

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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

Here we sit still waiting for the RV. With over four weeks of Iranian bombings and still continuing we find that Iran has basically rejected the U.S. offer to end the hostilities. Why? There was a fifteen-point offer on the table put forth to Iran that expires tomorrow 3/27. If not accepted, the U.S. administration tends to then move to the next phase of military operations which is the destruction of power plants. If you notice there is a plan, a phased approach giving Iran time to surrender before each new phase kicks in. As each new phase moves ahead it is more and more devastating and destructive to their infrastructure. The intent of the U.S. is NOT to destroy the infrastructure as done in Iraq, as rebuilding it afterwards takes time and money. Meanwhile it is the civilian population that suffers the most from it.

The best I can do is give you a series of articles as this information hits the news media. With this progressive set of articles presented today, we get a sense of a timeline in this overall plan. Remember that first comes the seriousness to negotiate then, if rejected by Iran, the military hammer is hit on Iran. All these articles are included in full in the Newsletter today. I am just giving enough of a summary for you to follow what the hell is going on.

Please see the article titled “TRUMP: TALKS WITH IRAN ARE SERIOUS AND WE HAVE 15 POINTS FOR AN AGREEMENT”. US President Donald Trump confirmed that the US talks with Iran were serious and took place with the participation of Wittkopf and Kushner, describing those talks as exemplary. Trump said the dispute would be resolved if the anticipated talks between the two sides were successful, indicating that Iran was seeking an agreement with the United States and that Washington shared this position, while also revealing plans to hold a meeting with Iranian officials in the near future.

So, these talks turned out to be unsuccessful so far as we see in the news article titled “TRUMP: WE HAD GOOD TALKS WITH IRAN TO FIND A COMPLETE SOLUTION TO THE WAR”. I quote from the article – “US President Donald Trump announced on Monday that the United States and Iran had held very good and productive talks over the past two days regarding a complete resolution of hostilities in the Middle East. He indicated that these in-depth and constructive talks would continue throughout the week, and instructed the Department of Defense to postpone all military strikes against Iranian power plants and infrastructure for five days, subject to the success of the ongoing meetings and discussions.”

Next, we see evidence that the 15 point proposal has been rejected by Tehran in the article titled “Urgent Just In…….. TEHRAN REJECTED THE AMERICAN PROPOSAL TO END THE WAR”

Iranian state television, quoting an unnamed official, reported Wednesday that Iran has rejected the proposed US peace plan to end the nearly month-long war. The English-language state television channel Press TV reported, “Iran reacted negatively to the American proposal to end the war. An Iranian official, speaking to the channel on condition of anonymity, explained, “The war will end when Iran decides to end it, not when Trump decides to do so.”

Again, we are seeing the arrogance of what is left of the Iranian regime. This is what got them into trouble in the first place and will be their demise. But we ask after over a month already how much longer will this drag on?

Okay so tomorrow is the end of the deadline and so what phase will kick in next we see in the headlines of article titled “TRUMP: YOU WILL SOON KNOW WHAT WILL HAPPEN REGARDING THE WARNING TO THE IRANIAN POWER PLANTS, AND THE RESULT WILL BE VERY GOOD; THERE WILL BE TOTAL DESTRUCTION OF IRAN”.  Donald Trump told Israel’s Channel 13 that the coming days will reveal what will happen regarding the warning issued to power plants in Iran, stressing that “the result will be very good.” Trump added that there would be “total destruction of Iran,” considering that it would “work very well,” as he put it.

He criticized the role of NATO, saying that the alliance’s member states “are doing nothing,” describing this as “very unfortunate.” He noted that Iran “has been bad for 47 years,” adding that it is now “getting the punishment it deserves,” according to his statements.

I suspect the bombings of the powerplants to begin on Saturday. This will bring this conflict to new lever.

Meanwhile we learn in the news of other strategic areas that are going to be bombed and very likely even occupied by US troops as the slowly maneuver and conduct covert operations in these areas once the power grid is off. Please see article titled “NOT IRAQ”: REPORT WARNS AGAINST ANY US GROUND OPERATION IN IRAN”. It is likely that “limited and specialized operations” targeting specific facilities will be used in Iran.

We can’t deny that this middle eastern conflict will escalate once U.S. ground troops are deployed however we should NOT compare these operations with the past invasions of Iraq and Afghanistan. Don’t let these past wars mess your thinking. Yes, all ground operations with troops pose certain risks. President Trump is risking everything too, and maybe even votes in the midterms for his party.

But the job must be done and completed. That is the real goal. Decades of terrorism by Iranian backed proxies and nuclear destruction is no longer an option to fool around with. It is time for this insanity to end. It is unfortunate it will take more force to end these terrorist entities. We also need to remember what God has told us through his prophets of what will be the outcome of midterms and how this outcome will come about. We should not be fearful and just do our part in voting in the midterms. You do your part and God will take care of the rest. Our part includes pressuring our senators to pass the ‘Save America Act’ sooner than later. We must give each state time to clean up the voter registrations roles and put in place new measures to meet the new law. If not they can always come back and claim this issue. Time is not on our side as March is ending.

The article tells us there is likely that “limited and specialized operations” targeting specific facilities will only be used. It is NOT going to be an occupation such as in Iraq and Afghanistan and I know many of you believe this may happen.

So, what are the strategic targets? The article tells us that the options, “from securing the Strait of Hormuz to targeting Iran’s main oil hub on Kharg Island, carry serious global repercussions”. He added “that the risks associated with these steps are significant, noting that Iran has announced its intention to retaliate with missiles and drones, and any ground operation could quickly spiral out of control.”

Let’s remember a couple points and don’t go off halfcocked: 

First the U.S. intends to use covert ground operations to subdue these targets.

Second, if Iran does use missiles or drones to attack these US ground forces, they will also be destroying their own strategic points and so what good are they anyhow in the long run?  

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Iranian Backed Militias Inside Iraq

Now I want to give you an update on what is happening with these Iranian backed militia and how Trump was correct in demanding that they be disarmed. But there was an ongoing election cycle and it was difficult to make these drastic changes overnight. So, here we are and they are not yet disarmed. They are causing issues from this Iranian conflict already inside Iraq as expected, as the Trump administration tried to avoid.

Please take a peek at the article titled “SUDANESE: DISSOLVING THE FACTIONS WILL BE EASIER AFTER NEXT SEPTEMBER, AFTER THE END OF THE INTERNATIONAL COALITION’S MISSION.”  

I quote from the article – “The provisional Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani confirmed on Monday that the issue of disbanding Iraqi armed factions will become easier after September 2026, with the end of the international coalition’s mission and the withdrawal of foreign forces from Iraq. In an interview with the Italian newspaper Corriere della Sera, he pointed out that the factions view these foreign forces as an “occupation.” But I must add these kind of statements are hypocritical in that isn’t Iran also an ‘occupier’ in Iraq? What gives them the right to stay in Iraq and yet they claim the US is the occupier? There is no justification as the war with ISIS is over.

So, can you see the problem is now, and can’t wait until September? Do you see now why the Trump administration was so demanding on neutralizing these militia factions from Iran way back last year? I quote from the article “Al-Sudani added that Iraqi security forces have successfully thwarted numerous attacks, alongside political efforts to curb the activities of these factions, and expressed his hope for the return of American military trainers.” So, again I want to emphasis the politics going on here. Al-Sudani’s support to rid or disarm these militia inside Iraq is why the Coordination Framework did not want to support him as the nominee for prime minister.

Now we see even more threats from the Iranian factions inside Iraq in the news. Please take peek at the article titled “REVOLUTIONARY GUARD: IRAQI FACTIONS CARRIED OUT 23 OPERATIONS WITHIN WAVE 82”.   

“The Iranian Revolutionary Guard announced on Thursday the implementation of the 82nd wave of Operation “True Promise 4”, confirming the execution of 230 operations against American and Israeli targets within 24 hours, including 23 operations by Iraqi factions. The Revolutionary Guard’s media stated in a statement that “the eighty-second wave began at dawn today with an intensive attack using destructive drones and solid and liquid fuel missiles.”  Enough said on this issue….. ☹

So, regardless of what Iraq wants, the US is going to protect its interest inside Iraq and this means dealing with these Iranian factions. There is huge financial potential for Iraq and its economy and president Trump is not going to let this slip by. Their attacks are actually going to be their downfall. They don’t know it yet, but under the Trump administration he is not going to subject Iraq to these kinds of threats with American companies or even American tourists coming to Iraq. In this next article titled “HEATED EXCHANGES BETWEEN WASHINGTON AND BAGHDAD: THE SKIES ARE UNDER SURVEILLANCE, AND THE FIELD IS OPEN FOR STRIKING FACTIONS – URGENT” we read that – “Fox News reported on Wednesday (March 25, 2026) that the United States will continue to carry out military strikes inside Iraq against what it describes as “Iran-linked factions,” despite recent tensions with the Iraqi government.”

So, we know that these militia factions are on the list of the five main issues facing Iraq. We have to sit tight and watch the drama play out and it will play out. These factions will be eliminated inside Iraq and al-Sudani will be the one to carry out ‘a plan’ to do it. We just don’t yet know the plan.  

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SUMMARY:

😊 Knowing all this information, as I described in my above commentary, brings us to the key article of today. In this article the U.S. Whitehouse is rethinking the Strategic Framework Agreement. In the following article we see an evolving plan from Washington on how to handle Iraq. This rethinking just didn’t occur overnight but came as a result of the mess with the current election cycle and the coup to get a radical Iranian-backed prime minister once again seated into power. Also, the many newly elected/ now seated, members of the Iranian back Muslim brotherhood in Iraqi parliament. What plan do they have with Nori al-Maliki for Iraq? It is now staring us right in the face why these militia and factions exist in Iraq. It can no longer be denied. It is the takeover of Iraq by Iran. Changes must occur between the foreign policy between Iraq and the U.S.

😊In the article titled “ANBAR ALLIANCE: TRUMP IS PLANNING A NEW ROADMAP FOR THE OCCUPATION OF IRAQ” Mohammed Dhari, a leader in the United Anbar Alliance, revealed on Wednesday that Trump is planning to draw up a new roadmap for occupying Iraq and controlling its resources, but in an undeclared way. Personally, I could not be happier of this move by the Trump administration. It is time to rid Iraq of the Iranian influence. This is how we are going to see the reinstatement. I know that many of the intel provider gurus tend to ignore this part of the holdup of the RV and instead dwell only on the reforms. In my presentation from my 03/13 Newsletter we can see how this emphasis was pushed, but nothing really happened as a result. It was an Iranian con-job on us investors to keep us complacent and quiet. Yes, to shut our mouths about what we were learning about what was really going on in Iraq, as we, more than most, dived into the details.

These reforms could go on and on forever. Many intel gurus also keep harping on the independence of the CBI but I also can assure you again this so-called ‘indepedence’ only goes so far. We have read this many times in the past articles. How many more articles will it take before these idiots understand? The Finance Committee (part of the GOI) and the CBI must work together.

I quote from the article – “Al-Dhari told Al-Maalouma News Agency that “the strategic agreement signed in 2008 between Iraq and America is now a thing of the past and its terms are not recognized after Zionist-American aircraft bombed security sites of the Popular Mobilization Forces and the army, and this agreement is no longer binding on the caretaker government.” 

He added that “President Trump is planning to draw up a new roadmap with Iraq in isolation from its external environment, giving America special control over its destiny and tightening its grip on the country’s wealth,”  

We must ask ourselves why Trump is doing this. What are his intentions? Is he doing this to steal from Iraq like the Iranians did and are doing? Remember it was American lives lost to get rid of Saddam not Iranians. Many sinister people will again bash Trump with such headlines. It is not actually an occupation as this has connotations once again of a big bad Trump. Iraq must learn to combat corruption and the dollars flowing into Iran and other corrupt entities to fund these terrorists organizations. This is the message of Trump and this is why this new foreign policy with Iraq evolved.

Folks, as faithful readers of my blog you most likely know much more of the ongoings of Iraq than most U.S. politicians even. Stay with the FACTS and don’t let propaganda get in your way of understanding the TRUTH. I archive months of the Newsletter and you can always go back to reference them, if needed. We can now see there is going to be a day of reckoning too for Iraq for these past 20 years of corruption with Iran. Heck… they still don’t have the dinar reinstated at a nominal value at least according to present day assets? Really? Do you see that something just does not add up and I am trying to unravel all this just as you are. But the TRUTH is now coming out and I suspect we will see much more of this kind of amazing changes for Iraq. I firmly believe it is the Trump administration that is going to get us the reinstatement. We all just need to relax and watch it play out. The key now is Iran, pay attention to Iran.

How do you think all this will end?

What do you think will happen? (Leave a comment)

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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

Prophetic Words from prophet:  Julie Green

“The Deep State Will Fall and a New Govt Will Be Formed “

Go to the 21:10 mark for the prophecy.  First one from Mar 20^th  

“The IRS Will Be Dismantled “

Go to the 21:05 mark for the prophecy.  Second one from Mar 20^th

I am sure most will be glad to hear about this one….. LOL…

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.  

WHAT’S GOING ON IN GITMO? WHY SO MUCH EXPANSION?

It’s a long watch but well worth learning about. This goes hand in hand with the prophecies that tell us justice is going to be served to these corrupt officials.  

Executive order 14189 now allows military tribunals and courts to be used on civilians for cases that involve TREASON, TRAFFICIING or ESPIONAGE.

Why does God keep telling us in the past and even now that these courts will be used? Folks this is real information , not made up so-called intel. The news did not cover this and probably won’t.

UPDATE #1 ON OPERATION EPIC FURY

UPDATE #2 ON OPERATION EPIC FURY

Sorry folks but things are moving very fast and these updates are hard to keep up.

IT IS THE ONLY TIME IN OUR LIFETIME TO GET THIS STRAIGHT IN THE MIDDLE EAST, SO GET IT DONE!   

They don’t just look stupid, they are stupid!

MAMDANI IS DESTROYING NYC ON PURPOSE

CONGRESSWOMAN’S $5M SCHEME FINALLY EXPOSED

Are you awake yet? Yes, another democrat!

MASSIVE PLOT TO SUBVERT THE ‘SAVE AMERICA ACT’ WON’T WORK IF YOU GET INVOLVED.

DAH… ISN’T THIS THE POINT OF THE ‘SAVE AMERICA ACT’ IN THE FIRST PLACE?

So Schumer what’s your point? The jackass speaks again….. Open mouth, insert foot…lol.. The act is supposed TO CLEAN UP THE VOTER REGISTRATION ROLES and TO MAKE SURE ONLY QUALIFYING CITIZENS ARE VOTING. IT ALSO PROTECTS THE BALLOTS. Why would any politician not want this?

The case that Schumer makes for voting against the SAVE ACT is ridiculous. What’s his point. He only reinforces why the ‘SAVE AMERICA ACT’ is so important and must be passed. Please listen to his ridiculous and stupid reasoning. Have these people gone out of their minds? If you listen to Schumer he knows damn well what is wrong with the voting process, as he explains it plainly.

He says tens of millions will be dropped from the voter rolls. Okay, so isn’t this the point of the SAVE AMERCA ACT, to clean up the voter registration roles from dead people, illegals and simply those not qualifying to vote according to the US Constitution. Are we not a Constitutional Republic? We witnessed all the corruption in the voting process over these past decades. Why won’t Schumer support a cleaner election? We know why don’t we, its because that is the only way they can try to rig the election again.

Please, please everyone of my readers reading this today go and call, text, email or write your senators and tell them to get their act together and pass the SAVE ACT as mid-terms are not that far away not to mention the 2028 election cycle.

DID JOHN KENNEDY JUST FIND THE WAY TO PASS THE ‘SAVE AMERICA ACT’

HOW TRUMP IS REBUILDING WHAT 50 YEARS DESTROYED

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.

IRAQ INCREASES ITS HOLDINGS OF US TREASURY BONDS TO $42 BILLION

Official data released by the US Treasury Department within the “Treasury International Capital (TIC)” system on Monday showed that Iraq’s total holdings of US bonds amounted to about $42 billion at the end of December 2025, after being $41.1 billion in November, registering a monthly increase of about $0.9 billion.

Shafaq News Agency followed up on those data which showed that Iraq’s holdings of long-term bonds amounted to $40.8 billion, while short-term bonds reached about $1.2 billion, bringing the total to $42 billion.

The monthly table for 2025 showed a continued gradual increase in holdings of long-term bonds, compared to relative stability in short-term bonds, as the year began with a total of about $39.85 billion in January, before gradually rising to $42 billion in December.

Compared to last year, when Iraq’s total holdings of US bonds amounted to about $23.4 billion in December 2024, this shows an annual increase of nearly 79% in one year, driven by a focus on long-term bonds.

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IRAQ’S SUPREME JUDICIAL COUNCIL: NO DECISION TO DISSOLVE PARLIAMENT OR HOLD EARLY ELECTIONS

Iraq’s Supreme Judicial Council on Thursday denied the validity of reports circulating about a decision to dissolve parliament or move towards holding early elections.

The council’s media center stated in a statement received by “Al-Sa’a” that “the information that has been circulating on social media about the issuance of a decision by the judiciary to dissolve the House of Representatives, or the call for elections, or the commencement of collecting one million signatures, is completely false.”

He added that “the circulated post has no connection to the Supreme Judicial Council, and the website that published this information is a fake website and does not belong to the council.”

The council called on all types of media outlets to “exercise accuracy and caution in reporting the news, rely on official sources, and not be swayed by misleading information circulating on unreliable platforms.”

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IRAQ INFORMS TÜRKIYE OF ITS MOVES TO STOP THE WAR: INTERNATIONAL COALITION EXERTS PRESSURE

National Security Advisor Qasim al-Araji discussed on Monday with Turkish Ambassador Anil Bora Inan the developments of military operations in the region and their repercussions on security and stability. Al-Araji stressed that the Iraqi government had conducted a series of contacts with brothers and friends to stop the ongoing war, expressing his hope to end the escalation through a strong international diplomatic alliance. He reiterated the government’s keenness to develop relations with Türkiye in various fields.

National Security Advisor, Mr. Qasim Al-Araji, received today, Monday, the Ambassador of the Republic of Türkiye to Iraq, Mr. Anil Bora Inan.

The meeting addressed developments in military operations in the region and their impact on security and stability.

Mr. Al-Araji affirmed that the Iraqi government has conducted a series of contacts with brothers and friends to stop the ongoing war, expressing his hope that the escalation will end through a strong international diplomatic alliance that contributes to stopping military operations and returning to dialogue and understanding, leading to the achievement of lasting peace in the region.

Mr. Al-Araji also reiterated the Iraqi government’s keenness to develop relations with Turkey in various fields, in a way that serves common interests, especially in the political, security and economic aspects, as well as strengthening cooperation and exchanging information and experiences in the field of combating terrorism.

For his part, the Turkish ambassador explained that his country, in cooperation with friendly countries, has intensified its diplomatic efforts by conducting multiple contacts to contain the crisis, reduce tension, and push for the resumption of negotiations, in order to enhance political and economic stability. He emphasized his country’s commitment to strengthening relations with Iraq and expanding the horizons of bilateral cooperation in the fields of economy, energy, and development, in addition to security cooperation and combating terrorism, in order to achieve the interests of the two friendly countries.

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TRUMP: WE HAD GOOD TALKS WITH IRAN TO FIND A COMPLETE SOLUTION TO THE WAR

US President Donald Trump announced on Monday that the United States and Iran had held very good and productive talks over the past two days regarding a complete resolution of hostilities in the Middle East. He indicated that these in-depth and constructive talks would continue throughout the week, and instructed the Department of Defense to postpone all military strikes against Iranian power plants and infrastructure for five days, subject to the success of the ongoing meetings and discussions.

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I am pleased to inform you that the United States and the Republic of Iran have held very good and productive talks over the past two days regarding a comprehensive and complete resolution of our hostilities in the Middle East. Based on the scope and tone of these in-depth, detailed, and constructive talks, which will continue throughout the week, I have instructed the Department of Defense to postpone any and all military strikes against Iranian power plants and energy infrastructure for five days, subject to the success of the ongoing meetings and discussions. Thank you for your attention to this matter!

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SUDANESE: DISSOLVING THE FACTIONS WILL BE EASIER AFTER NEXT SEPTEMBER, AFTER THE END OF THE INTERNATIONAL COALITION’S MISSION.

Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani confirmed on Monday that the issue of disbanding Iraqi armed factions will become easier after September 2026, with the end of the international coalition’s mission and the withdrawal of foreign forces from Iraq.

In an interview with the Italian newspaper Corriere della Sera, he pointed out that the factions view these foreign forces as an “occupation.”

Al-Sudani added that Iraqi security forces have successfully thwarted numerous attacks, alongside political efforts to curb the activities of these factions, and expressed his hope for the return of American military trainers.

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REVOLUTIONARY GUARD: IRAQI FACTIONS CARRIED OUT 23 OPERATIONS WITHIN WAVE 82

The Iranian Revolutionary Guard announced on Thursday the implementation of the 82nd wave of Operation “True Promise 4”, confirming the execution of 230 operations against American and Israeli targets within 24 hours, including 23 operations by Iraqi factions. The Revolutionary Guard’s media stated in a statement that “the eighty-second wave began at dawn today with an intensive attack using destructive drones and solid and liquid fuel missiles.”

He added that “the attacks targeted the Israeli military command center and industrial facilities linked to the nuclear infrastructure south of the Dead Sea,” stressing “the precision of the operations.”

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HEATED EXCHANGES BETWEEN WASHINGTON AND BAGHDAD: THE SKIES ARE UNDER SURVEILLANCE, AND THE FIELD IS OPEN FOR STRIKING FACTIONS – URGENT

Fox News reported on Wednesday (March 25, 2026) that the United States will continue to carry out military strikes inside Iraq against what it describes as “Iran-linked factions,” despite recent tensions with the Iraqi government.

The network quoted the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff of the US Army, General Dan Kane, confirming, as translated by “Baghdad Today,” that US forces are using helicopters and aircraft to carry out attacks targeting any party that threatens US interests and forces, stressing that these operations will continue to prevent those threats.

She stated that these remarks came after what she considered “threats” made by Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, stressing that Washington would not stop its strikes despite those positions.

In this context, the network indicated that a Kurdish official – whose identity was not revealed – questioned the possibility of Baghdad moving towards escalation with the United States, but the Iraqi embassy in Washington categorically denied any intention to enter into war, explaining that the government’s statements only relate to dealing with the parties that target Iraqi forces.

The report added that the United States, according to the network, has become less inclined to differentiate between the Popular Mobilization Forces and other armed factions, with a tendency to deal with them as a single system within the threats.

For its part, the network quoted a US State Department official as saying that his country’s position is consistent with statements by Secretary Marco Rubio, who stressed the need for the Iraqi government to take measures to protect diplomatic missions and prevent the use of its territory to threaten the United States or its allies.

The network concluded its report by noting that the US Central Command and the Department of Defense (the Pentagon) declined to comment on the details of the recent strikes, amid accelerating security developments in Iraq.

This comes as tensions have been escalating between the United States and armed factions inside Iraq recently, against the backdrop of repeated attacks targeting bases housing American forces, as well as the vicinity of the American embassy in Baghdad. Washington responds to these attacks with a series of airstrikes that it says target sites of factions linked to Iran, as part of what it describes as “self-defense” and protecting its interests in Iraq and the region.

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TRUMP: TALKS WITH IRAN ARE SERIOUS AND WE HAVE 15 POINTS FOR AN AGREEMENT.

US President Donald Trump confirmed that the US talks with Iran were serious and took place with the participation of Wittkopf and Kushner, describing those talks as exemplary, while indicating that the United States and Iran reached common ground on most of the issues that were raised during the discussions.

Trump said the dispute would be resolved if the anticipated talks between the two sides were successful, indicating that Iran was seeking an agreement with the United States and that Washington shared this position, while also revealing plans to hold a meeting with Iranian officials in the near future.

The US president explained that the talks with Iran focus specifically on Tehran abandoning nuclear weapons and uranium enrichment operations, noting that if an agreement is reached, the United States will take the uranium from the Islamic Republic, stressing that any future agreement must prevent the possibility of new conflicts or the emergence of nuclear weapons in Tehran.

Trump claimed that the contacts between Washington and Tehran were initiated by the Iranian side, while simultaneously threatening to continue the bombing if the ongoing contacts between the two sides failed.

He added, “Any future agreement with Iran must prevent the possibility of new conflicts and the emergence of nuclear weapons, and we have 15 points for an agreement with Iran.”

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TRUMP: YOU WILL SOON KNOW WHAT WILL HAPPEN REGARDING THE WARNING TO THE IRANIAN POWER PLANTS, AND THE RESULT WILL BE VERY GOOD; THERE WILL BE TOTAL DESTRUCTION OF IRAN.

Donald Trump told Israel’s Channel 13 that the coming days will reveal what will happen regarding the warning issued to power plants in Iran, stressing that “the result will be very good.” Trump added that there would be “total destruction of Iran,” considering that it would “work very well,” as he put it.

He criticized the role of NATO, saying that the alliance’s member states “are doing nothing,” describing this as “very unfortunate.” He noted that Iran “has been bad for 47 years,” adding that it is now “getting the punishment it deserves,” according to his statements.

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Urgent Just In……..

TEHRAN REJECTED THE AMERICAN PROPOSAL TO END THE WAR

Iranian state television, quoting an unnamed official, reported Wednesday that Iran has rejected the proposed US peace plan to end the nearly month-long war.

The English-language state television channel Press TV reported, “Iran reacted negatively to the American proposal to end the war.”

An Iranian official, speaking to the channel on condition of anonymity, explained, “The war will end when Iran decides to end it, not when Trump decides to do so.”

No official statement has been issued on the matter so far, and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi, who led the Iranian-American negotiations before the war, has not made any comment.

Iranian media outlets, including the Mehr and Tasnim news agencies, reported this information, citing Press TV.

Earlier on Wednesday, two senior Pakistani officials stated that, as part of mediation efforts, their country had presented Iran with a 15-point plan that included US proposals to end the war.

According to the Iranian official quoted by Press TV, the Islamic Republic has set five conditions for a cessation of hostilities that began on February 28 with Israeli and American airstrikes on Iran.

These conditions include ending “aggression and assassinations” against Iran and its leaders, establishing an effective mechanism to ensure that Iran will not resume hostilities on the part of Israel and the United States, and developing a plan to compensate for the destruction inflicted on the country, with the aim of reconstruction.

These conditions also include a ceasefire on all regional fronts and against all “resistance groups”—an implicit reference to Hezbollah in Lebanon—and international recognition of Iran’s right to exercise sovereignty over the Strait of Hormuz, a strategic waterway for global trade that occupies a pivotal position in the conflict, and the provision of international guarantees in this regard.

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“NOT IRAQ”: REPORT WARNS AGAINST ANY US GROUND OPERATION IN IRAN.

The US military escalation against Iran and the possibility of deploying ground troops, repeating a scenario similar to the invasion of Iraq and Afghanistan, pose risks that threaten President Donald Trump’s popularity before the November 3, 2026 elections, due to the repercussions of expanding the military confrontation in the region, disrupting global oil supplies, and triggering severe economic shocks, according to the Turkish newspaper “Daily Sabah”.

The newspaper, in a report titled “Is Iran sharing the fate of Iraq and Afghanistan?” translated by Shafaq News Agency, indicated that analysts estimate that a large-scale ground operation in Iran would be “extremely” difficult given the vast and rugged terrain, but it is not impossible. Therefore, it is likely that “limited and specialized operations” targeting specific facilities will be used.

However, the report said that many are questioning how successful the United States would be in a potential ground operation in Iran, noting that looking at past examples such as Iraq and Afghanistan offers some insight, but that this perspective remains limited.

The report went on to say that the United States and Israel, which are opening a second front in Lebanon, are intensifying their attacks to subdue Iran, but it questioned whether Iran’s geographic advantages in the Gulf, along with the pressure it exerts through allied groups such as the Houthis at the entrance to the Red Sea, will prolong the conflict.

Based on the above, the report concluded that the war with Iran could enter a new, critical, and dangerous phase, referring to the United States’ consideration of deploying thousands of troops, noting that this step could quickly change the course of the conflict.

He argued that the options, from securing the Strait of Hormuz to targeting Iran’s main oil hub on Kharg Island, carry serious global repercussions. He added that the risks associated with these steps are significant, noting that Iran has announced its intention to retaliate with missiles and drones, and any ground operation could quickly spiral out of control.

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ANBAR ALLIANCE: TRUMP IS PLANNING A NEW ROADMAP FOR THE OCCUPATION OF IRAQ

Mohammed Dhari, a leader in the United Anbar Alliance, revealed on Wednesday that Trump is planning to draw up a new roadmap for occupying Iraq and controlling its resources, but in an undeclared way. 

Al-Dhari told Al-Maalouma News Agency that “the strategic agreement signed in 2008 between Iraq and America is now a thing of the past and its terms are not recognized after Zionist-American aircraft bombed security sites of the Popular Mobilization Forces and the army, and this agreement is no longer binding on the caretaker government.” 

He added that “President Trump is planning to draw up a new roadmap with Iraq in isolation from its external environment, giving America special control over its destiny and tightening its grip on the country’s wealth,” indicating that “there is a parliamentary consensus to cancel the clauses of the strategic agreement with America, as it was still born after its forces targeted security sites of the army and the Popular Mobilization Forces. This trend is the prominent sign of canceling all agreements concluded with America and considering them null and void after America reneged on its commitments to Iraq.”

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

                                             Just the FACTS!

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March 19, 2026 Mnt Goat News Brief

Guten Tag everyone:

The RV saga continues with the election cycle. The deadlock over the Maliki candidate for prime minister is finally over but he persists in his tactics to try to block any other candidate, in spite of all his lies that he would support. He is so desperate for power and control. He still sees it may be possible and is reaching for it again, even if it hurts Iraq. He hopes to overturn the vote in parliament, then backtrack later to get renominated out of desperation. Oh… he is one slick, sick slimy, dark person.

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1 Chronicles 29:14

“But who am I, and who are my people, that we should be able to give as generously as this? Everything comes from you, and we have given you only what comes from your hand.” 

STATUS OF THE RV

As we Roman Catholics and many Christians throughout the world reflect on the passion of Jesus through Lenten season, we realize that things have not changed all that much as evil still prevails. But the prophets tell us that God’s Hand is now back on the U.S. and he is not going to desert us.

I know, I know, trust me I know, this Iraqi election issue is becoming boring to hear the same issues over and over again, especially about Maliki. But this is probably how it’s going to be until the conflict with Iran is over, unless there is some kind of courage of the Supreme Judiciary Court to stand up to him and those like him. If we pay attention to the news from Iraq in the article titled “AGREEMENT TO POSTPONE GOVERNMENT FORMATION: “CAUTIOUS WAITING” AND A TEMPORARY GOVERNMENT UNTIL THE WAR ENDS” we learn that well-informed political sources revealed on Tuesday (March 17, 2026) that there is what they described as a “near agreement” among major political forces to postpone the completion of procedures for forming the new Iraqi government until the course and repercussions of the ongoing military conflict between Iran, the United States, and Israel become clear, amid growing fears of the repercussions of regional escalation on the Iraqi interior.

However, in the midst of all the election drama, in today’s news we see a slight glimmer of hope coming forward. It is with parliament and they held a session the other day, which they told us they would not do until the Iranian conflict is over. So, again things change on a dime. We should all know Iraq by now… lol… lol… lol… 😊

If we read the article titled “(WAA) PUBLISHES THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES’ DECISION DURING SESSION 14” we learn that the House of Representatives issued an 8-point resolution on Wednesday, during session number (14) dedicated to discussing oil exports via the Ceyhan pipeline. The media department of the House of Representatives stated in a statement received by the Iraqi News Agency (INA) that the decision of the House of Representatives during session (14) includes eight main issues to be addressed in the upcoming sessions.

I now want to address a few of these from the list of eight points because some will directly affect the ability of the CBI to get the sign off of the US Treasury for the reinstatement we have all been waiting for. I look at this list as a list of main objectives that the parliament wants to first address. Why? Could it be these are needed now and of a very high priority?

Do you remember the list of issues the US gave Iraq? To refresh your memory, you can go back to my 9/16 Newsletter. Seems there is now going to finally be a priority to address and pass the Oil and Gas Law. Yes, we have been waiting for the fifth and eighth points on the list for a VERY long time. I know there are two issues here, but they are closely related. I am listing them below in RED and then I will add my commentary following each. Later I will address the other six points as they too are important but not so much in the efforts to get the dinar reinstated by the CBI:   

Fifth: The upcoming government program should include the enactment of an oil and gas law within a specified period, and it should be presented to the House of Representatives for voting.

So, I want to start by saying a partial WOW! Yes, a small WOW! but still a WOW!

Ok, so this item is on the list of the five (5) times from the past we learned we needed to get the approval for the reinstatement by the US. This item is long overdue and actually is resolved already except for the agreements to be put into the form of a law by the prime minister’s cabinet and then passed by parliament into law and then put into the gazette. This is required by the new Iraqi Constitution of 2005 and is long overdue.

When completed this will eliminate much of constant controversy over the handling of the Oil and Gas issue and Article 140 in Iraq. But don’t be fooled, as there will be ongoing changes, but at least there is a benchmark legislation to settle minor disputes. This will also move along other pieces of much needed legislation that is usually held back due to lack of a quorum because the Kurds don’t show up in parliament for voting. Even though these other pieces of legislation have little to do with the Oil and Gas directly, the Kurds still boycott these sessions in the past to get their way with the Oil and Gas, or else. Normally the disputes are all about getting their salaries which is related to the Oil and Gas sales. I will also talk about this salary issue too later as it is one of the eight items. The beauty of where this Oil and Gas Law now stands is that Kurdistan is basically abiding by it already, it now only needs to be formalized into law. They are now telling us this will be on the docket for upcoming sessions soon when regular sessions continue.

Eighth: Obliging the federal government to pay the salaries of employees in the Kurdistan Region in the same manner as employees in the Iraqi governorates in general.

So, I wanted to address this issue because way back, almost a decade ago, the IMF in a review of its consultation sessions with Iraq told the GOI that it needed to pay Kurdistan salaries on a regular basis and not hold back 2-3 months of salaries.

Next, I find there is a need to clarify how they use the term ‘salaries’ and what they mean by it. These salaries are actually just the share of the Oil and Gas revenues from the revenues derived from it. There are fancy calculations used to determine it, but it all boils down to the number of people in Kurdistan and the barrels of oil pumped, along with the global market prices. So, this equation ends up with the amount of money to be paid or sent to Kurdistan each month. As long as the oil and gas are flowing, then this payment should be made. But you can see the confusion in what goes into the calculation based on any ongoing circumstances. They call it ‘salaries’ still since still up to 90-95% of the people are still on government salaries left from the Saddam Hussien era. But not all this money paid to Kurdistan goes to the people directly for salaries. It is just a term now used.

Can you also see why Iraq has to convert from all these government jobs to bringing these salaries to private entities paying their salaries and benefits like in the western world. This would free up a large chunk of this payment from the GOI then to go towards other projects, which could progress the economy even further. They call this getting off the ‘rentier’ economy.

The payment of these salaries has been held up in the past due to the disputes with the Oil and Gas and Article 140 and how Kurdistan has sold off oil outside of the GOI quotas for revenue to meet the general budget. The GOI claimed this already compensated them for that part of the salaries thus they reduce the % due for salaries. This of course angers Kurdistan. Did Kurdistan screw up? It was unlawful… oh wait.. there is no currency law in place to say its unlawful…get it? Thus they need the Oil and Gas Law passed into law.

Also as in the Article 140, the census was taken and from it the demographics of Kurdistan changed thus allowing more oil revenues to go to the Kurds, thus higher salary payments from the GOI. This issue is directly related to the Oil and Gas law and can be resolved when it is resolved in practicality already just not put into law yet. Get it? I particularly like that parliament also connects these two issues together and they see the connection and the urgency.

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Let me now address the remaining other six (6) goals from the list in this important article. You can easily see that these other goals are all about driving the economy to a more robust and stable economy out of a ‘rentier’ economy.

First: Obliging the federal government to find outlets for selling Iraqi crude oil in order to avoid the economic effects that could plague the country and affect – under the security conditions – the people’s livelihood and the salaries of employees throughout Iraq.

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Second: The Iraqi Parliament is prepared to vote on any resolution that helps the government achieve what was stated in paragraph one.

I believe that Iraq can now almost pump oil faster than it can find customers to buy it. Thus this goal of finding more outlets for the sale of the oil. Remember selling more oil when the market price is up bring more revenue streams not only pays the bills but also  helps build the CBI reserves and bring up credit ratings.

Third: The federal government must impose its administration on all sources of production, transportation and distribution.

The support for the ‘TIR’ system throughout Iraq is like the US interstate highway system project. This will be needed especially when the ‘Development Road’ project begins movement of goods, then when the ‘Industrial Cities’ kick in they will need to transport to the port of Faw to export their products.  

Fourth: Obliging the federal government to implement the ASYCUDA system in all governorates of Iraq, including the governorates of the Kurdistan Region.

I especially like this one and it tells us regardless of all the negativity in the news media about this major change in customs and tariffs thru the ASYCUDA system, that the new parliament fully intends to complete the passing of the necessary legislation to support this Iraqi wide undertaking. The revenue stream from this will be enormous as the other aspects of the Development Road Project also take hold and kick into effect.

Sixth: Obliging the federal government to supply government factories and the private sector with black oil; in order to avoid an increase in stockpiles in refineries, to ensure the continuity of refinery operations, and to avoid the shortage that occurs in petroleum products.

Basically, with the projected fall of Iranian Islamic regime, there is no guarantee of purchasing refined oil products for Iraq from Iranian sources. Also, as we learned months ago, two refineries are now operating in Iraq and one is actually generating enough product to export it.

Seventh: Obliging the federal government to rehabilitate the Iraqi line passing from Kirkuk to western Mosul – Zummar – Fishkhabur towards Ceyhan.

I am not positive but I believe this one means something to do with bringing back to functional use the oil pipeline to deliver yet more oil from the region. This goes hand in hand with the First and Second items.  This would have to be an upcoming BIG budget item to list it separately.

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In the news from Iraq we learn that the Cabinet decided today, Tuesday, to suspend official working hours on the occasion of Eid al-Fitr, starting from tomorrow, Wednesday, March 18, until next Monday, March 23. A statement issued by the council indicated that official working hours will resume in government departments and institutions next Tuesday, the 24th of this month. I bring this to your attention because the news from Iraq has told us in the recent past they would not settle the election until after the Eid al-Fitr holidays. So now you know the timeline.

Next, let’ take a peek at the article titled “WASHINGTON WARNS ATTACKS BY “IRAN-ALIGNED MILITIAS” THREATEN IRAQ’S STABILITY”. “The US State Department on Wednesday condemned attacks by “Iran and Iran-aligned militias” targeting American interests in Iraq, warning that continued assaults could threaten the country’s stability and risk drawing it into “a broader regional conflict.”

“A State Department spokesperson told Shafaq News that such incidents have repeatedly targeted “U.S. diplomatic personnel and facilities, civilian targets, and energy infrastructure in Iraq.”  Iraqi authorities are urged to “take all possible measures to safeguard U.S. diplomatic personnel and facilities and ensure militia groups cannot use Iraqi territory to threaten the United States or the region,” noting, “Doing so is in Iraq’s interest.”

The al-Sudani / Trump Partnership:

Do you already see where I am going to go with this news of attacks on the US by these Iranian backed militia in Iraq (PMF)? They are only hurting their own cause to stay in Iraq by these attacks. They are justifying their own destruction and elimination.

Do you see now why they must go in order to have ongoing stability in Iraq? Seems whenever things are going the Iranian way there is peace. But when any issues arises to dispute or conflict with Iranian control the attacks begin. We see this now with war in Iran. If Iraq it is going to progress to this financial giant, there can not be this entity trying to control it by force and terrorism. Who the hell would want to come into Iran and invest with this uncertainty? Also, if the US, under president Trump, is going to encourage US companies to invest in Iraq i.e. the Development Road Project, there will have to be assurances that these Iranian militia can not control, attack and destroy their investment in any way. The only way I know that this can happen is to eliminate this threat altogether. Do you get my point? So, why in hell would the US give it’s permission to reinstate at this time? I hope all you so-called intel gurus are listening to me.

If you go to my 03/13 Newsletter and sincerely listened to the audio of just why we are still waiting for the reinstatement of the dinar, then go and watch this announcement by Al-Sudani about a year ago or more. Pair up these two presentations and they will widen your mind.

After listening to both can you see now why the Coordination Framework (an Iranian supported group) does not want al-Sudani as the next prime minister? He is bucking their control over Iraq. He wants Iraq to succeed while these others want status quo of an Iranian proxy puppet state. They liked the way it was and want the money to keep flowing. But if al-Sudani can get to the reinstatement their Iranian dream of a permanent Iraqi puppet state ends.

Does it all add up now in your mind? Come’ on now connect the pieces…..

But they may have to take al-Sudani as their candidate anyhow and this is the challenge that is going on. This is a pivotal point in Iraqi history, just like the last 2024 election in the US.  I can sum it all up in one phrase – Can they break this Iranian stronghold in the politics of Iran? This is what this Nov 2025 election is really all about.

Now I want to add one more point. With al-Sudani running the government and president Trump supporting him, this is about the only way we are going to see the reinstatement any time soon. Get it? Do you see why I keep emphasizing that we need al-Sudani back again (or someone better not worst) for another four years, if not longer?

SUMMARY:

There is not much more news to bring today concerning Iraq and the RV. Again I am telling everyone not to be fooled by these fools like TNT, The Big Call, MarkZ and other idiots that are sucking in this propaganda from Iran and using it to pacify you and lull you into complacency about the horrors going on with Iran in Iraq. I am not going to be your source of news on the ongoing conflict between Iran, Israel and the US, unless I can see it will directly affect the reinstatement process one way or the other in Iraq. I also have the political section you can refer to for some this conflict for updates.

I also encourage all my listeners to pray and keep praying. It doesn’t matter what you call you God only that it is a peaceful, loving, all-knowing God. Remember that time and time again the bible speaks about man’s ability to defend himself against those who see to destroy him. Please also keep listening to the prophets and what encouragement God wants to tell us from them. He is telling us now that things may seem gloomy and it may appear these times will never end, but I assure you He says this drama and war will soon end and peace will come to the middle east. Yes, it will be a miracle when it happens. But God’s Hand is at work. It will be like ‘turning a page in a book’ a new chapter for man. But I tell you now this will NEVER occur without first wiping out the forces of evil that have prevailed way too long already on us. I believe the Iraqi reinstatement is part of this new chapter. If you took the time to listen to my audio of what really has been happening in Iraq since 2003 you will know that what has been holding up the reinstatement of the dinar was not coincidental and did not just happen as a matter of course for Iraq. Instead, it was intentional and a well-planned series of events to get us where we are today, still waiting and anticipating. This audio is in my RV Status commentary from my 3/13 Newsletter. Please go listen if you have not done so already. It will enlighten your mind! 😊

What do you think will happen? (Leave a comment)

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

                                             Just the FACTS!

PRAYING WITH SINCERITY

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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

Prophetic Words from prophet:  Julie Green

“Something Unprecedented Will Take Place In The Senate “

Go to the 18:05 mark for the prophecy.  From Mar 14^th.

Things are really heating up. Much of this prophecy might surprise you.

Prophetic Words from prophet: Yvon Attia

“The War Room”

4 BIBLICAL PROPHECIES ABOUT IRAN THAT ARE BEING FULFILLED RIGHT NOW

BREAKING NEWS OR ANCIENT HISTORY? BELIEVE IT OR NOT. God’s Hand at work again…..

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.  

MASSIVE PLOT TO SUBVERT THE ‘SAVE AMERICA ACT’ WON’T WORK IF YOU GET INVOLVED.

DAH… ISN’T THIS THE POINT OF THE ‘SAVE AMERICA ACT’ IN THE FIRST PLACE?

So Schumer what’s you point? The act is supposed TO CLEAN UP THE VOTER REGISTRATION ROLES and TO MAKE SURE ONLY QUALIFYING CITIZENS ARE VOTING. IT ALSO PROTECTS THE BALLOTS. Why would any politician not want this?

The case that Schumer makes for voting against the SAVE ACT is ridiculous. What’s his point. He only reinforces why the ‘SAVE AMERICA ACT’ is so important and must be passed. Please listen to his ridiculous and stupid reasoning. Have these people gone out of their minds? If you listen to Schumer he knows damn well what is wrong with the voting process, as he explains it plainly.

He says tens of millions will be dropped from the voter rolls. Okay, so isn’t this the point of the SAVE AMERCA ACT, to clean up the voter registration roles from dead people, illegals and simply those not qualifying to vote according to the US Constitution. Are we not a Constitutional Republic? We witnessed all the corruption in the voting process over these past decades. Why won’t Schumer support a cleaner election? We know why don’t we, its because that is the only way they can try to rig the election again.

Please, please everyone of my readers reading this today go and call, text, email or write your senators and tell them to get their act together and pass the SAVE ACT as mid-terms are not that far away not to mention the 2028 election cycle.

DID JOHN KENNEDY JUST FIND THE WAY TO PASS THE ‘SAVE AMERICA ACT’

WHERE IS MOJTABA KHAMENEI?

The next so-called “Islamic supreme leader of Iran”, did he die in the hospital?

Israel must have strong intelligence inside Iran to be able to pinpoint where these leaders are then to strike that area. This damage was not coincidental. He may be dead or serously in a coma for all we know. Why has he not made a public appearance? Can he even?

ANOTHER ONE BITES THE DUST!

Come’on…this strike was also not coincidental. He just happened to be at this location?

EPIC FURY: TARGET KHARG ISLAND

HOW TRUMP IS REBUILDING WHAT 50 YEARS DESTROYED

MORE WORD SALADS, THIS TIME AT A FUNERAL

KAMALA HARRIS FORGETS SHE WAS AT A FUNERAL…

This lady is out of her mind….. Do you actually believe the democrats nominated her to run for president of the great nation of the United States of America? Is this what the democrat party has come to, a bunch of mindless idiots? The real scary part is she still has millions of idiot followers.

NOT JUST HAPPENING IN THE US, THE ISLAMIC TAKEOVER OF THE UK

Like I said many times on my blog, either we do something about it now or we will be forced later, once more damage is done to our countries. How much longer will we let this invasion take place. Remember this is not just an attempt in the U.S, but is happening all across the globe in all developed countries.

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?

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.

AL-HAYANI: AL-MALIKI REMAINS THE FRAMEWORK CANDIDATE FOR PRIME MINISTER, AND THERE ARE INDICATIONS THAT A COMPROMISE CANDIDATE WILL BE PUT FORWARD SOON.

Mahmoud Al-Hayani, a member of the Al-Fatah Alliance, revealed that Nouri Al-Maliki is still the framework candidate for the position of Prime Minister, but the coming days may witness the introduction of a compromise candidate.

Al-Hayani told Al-Mirbad that Al-Maliki is still the coordinating framework’s candidate for this position and has not been withdrawn yet, indicating that the next stage may witness the introduction of a compromise candidate.

He added that if the framework agrees to withdraw al-Maliki’s nomination, the focus will shift towards choosing a new candidate whose name has not been previously mentioned or who has not been nominated before.

He indicated that the new candidate might be chosen by al-Maliki himself if the settlement option is pursued.

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(WAA) PUBLISHES THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES’ DECISION DURING SESSION 14

The House of Representatives issued an 8-point resolution today, Wednesday, during session number (14) dedicated to discussing oil exports via the Ceyhan pipeline.

The media department of the House of Representatives stated in a statement received by the Iraqi News Agency (INA) that the decision of the House of Representatives during session (14) includes the following:

First: Obliging the federal government to find outlets for selling Iraqi crude oil in order to avoid the economic effects that could plague the country and affect – under the security conditions – the people’s livelihood and the salaries of employees throughout Iraq.

Second: The Iraqi Parliament is prepared to vote on any resolution that helps the government achieve what was stated in paragraph one.

Third: The federal government must impose its administration on all sources of production, transportation and distribution.

Fourth: Obliging the federal government to implement the ASYCUDA system in all governorates of Iraq, including the governorates of the Kurdistan Region.

Fifth: The upcoming government program should include the enactment of an oil and gas law within a specified period, and it should be presented to the House of Representatives for voting.

Sixth: Obliging the federal government to supply government factories and the private sector with black oil; in order to avoid an increase in stockpiles in refineries, to ensure the continuity of refinery operations, and to avoid the shortage that occurs in petroleum products.

Seventh: Obliging the federal government to rehabilitate the Iraqi line passing from Kirkuk to western Mosul – Zummar – Fishkhabur towards Ceyhan.

Eighth: Obliging the federal government to pay the salaries of employees in the Kurdistan Region in the same manner as employees in the Iraqi governorates in general.

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IRAQ SECURES IRAN APPROVAL FOR OIL TANKERS TO TRANSIT STRAIT OF HORMUZ: OIL MINISTER

Iraq has reached an understanding with Iran to allow its oil tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, Oil Minister Hayan Abdulghani said on Tuesday, after exports were halted due to escalating regional tensions.

Speaking to Qatar’s Al Jazeera, Abdulghani said Baghdad and Tehran had agreed to facilitate the transit of Iraqi oil shipments through the strategic waterway, a key global oil chokepoint.

The development comes a day after the minister announced that Iraq’s oil exports from its southern ports had completely stopped after military escalation in the Gulf region and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. The disruption forced Iraq to cut its oil production to less than half and search for alternative export routes.

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WASHINGTON WARNS ATTACKS BY “IRAN-ALIGNED MILITIAS” THREATEN IRAQ’S STABILITY

The US State Department on Wednesday condemned attacks by “Iran and Iran-aligned militias” targeting American interests in Iraq, warning that continued assaults could threaten the country’s stability and risk drawing it into “a broader regional conflict.”

A State Department spokesperson told Shafaq News that such incidents have repeatedly targeted “U.S. diplomatic personnel and facilities, civilian targets, and energy infrastructure in Iraq.”

The spokesperson also referred to recent remarks by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who urged Iraqi authorities to “take all possible measures to safeguard U.S. diplomatic personnel and facilities and ensure militia groups cannot use Iraqi territory to threaten the United States or the region,” noting, “Doing so is in Iraq’s interest.”

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AGREEMENT TO POSTPONE GOVERNMENT FORMATION: “CAUTIOUS WAITING” AND A TEMPORARY GOVERNMENT UNTIL THE WAR ENDS

 
Well-informed political sources revealed on Tuesday (March 17, 2026) that there is what they described as a “near agreement” among major political forces to postpone the completion of procedures for forming the new Iraqi government until the course and repercussions of the ongoing military conflict between Iran, the United States, and Israel become clear, amid growing fears of the repercussions of regional escalation on the Iraqi interior.

Sources told Baghdad Today that “unannounced consultations took place during the past few days between the leaders of prominent political blocs, which concluded that it is necessary to adopt a policy of cautious waiting, in order to avoid forming a government that may face complex security and economic challenges in the event of an expansion of the scope of military confrontation in the region.”

She explained that “a number of political parties believe that the current stage requires a transitional government with limited powers or a continuation of temporary caretaker government until the regional scene stabilizes, especially with the possibility of Iraq being directly affected by military developments due to its geographical location and the entanglement of its political and economic interests with the parties to the conflict.”

The sources added that “internal disputes have not been fully resolved yet, but the regional factor has become an additional pressure that has prompted some forces to reassess their political priorities and focus on maintaining security stability and avoiding political division during the period of tension.”

While the region is ablaze with cross-border conflicts and escalating regional tensions, the Iraqi scene seems to be moving at a different pace, governed less by the results of the war than by deep internal disputes that extend from the Coordination Framework to the Kurdish forces, hindering the identification of both the Prime Minister and the President of the Republic. With no real signs of resolution, fears are growing that the political waiting will become a permanent state, making the formation of the next government a task postponed indefinitely. Political sources confirm that there is no specific timeframe for forming the next government, indicating that the disputes between the Coordination Framework and the Kurdish forces remain unresolved, while emphasizing that the delay in forming the government is related to internal problems and not to the results of the ongoing war in the region.

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 MP: NO AGREEMENT WITHIN THE COORDINATION FRAMEWORK ON A PRIME MINISTERIAL CANDIDATE

Baghdad…
MP Duha al-Sadkhan confirmed on Wednesday that the Coordination Framework forces have not yet reached a final agreement on a prime ministerial candidate, noting that consultations among political leaders are ongoing.

Al-Sadkhan told the Information Agency that “discussions within the framework are still underway and have not yet reached a conclusion due to differing viewpoints,” indicating that “all options remain on the table.”

She added that “the security and political developments in the region have affected the course of the understandings, requiring more time to reach an agreement,” pointing out that “the goal is to choose a candidate who enjoys broad acceptance and is capable of managing the next phase.”

She indicated that “the current circumstances necessitate that political forces exercise caution to ensure the stability of the political and economic situation.

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SADIQUN HOLDS THE COORDINATION FRAMEWORK RESPONSIBLE FOR THE DELAY IN FORMING THE GOVERNMENT: THE SUDANESE ARE THE MOST LIKELY TO SUCCEED.

On Wednesday, MP Mohammed Al-Baldawi, from the Sadiqun parliamentary bloc, held the coordination framework responsible for the delay in forming the new government, while indicating that outgoing Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani is currently the most likely candidate.

Al-Baldawi told Shafaq News Agency that “linking the formation of the new Iraqi government to the end of the regional war is incorrect,” stressing the need to “form the government under these circumstances, which require a sincere national government capable of preserving the security and sovereignty of Iraq.”

He added that “the delay in forming the government is not in anyone’s interest, nor is it in the interest of the Iraqi political forces,” indicating that “Iraq needs a unified and sincere position, and the coordinating framework bears responsibility for the delay in its formation.”

According to Al-Baldawi, the obstacles have been overcome, and all that remains is to elect the president and assign the candidate of the Coordination Framework to form the next government, noting that there are objections to the head of the State of Law Coalition, Nouri al-Maliki.

He continued, saying that “there are a number of candidates, and the criteria must be applied to them,” adding that “the Sudanese candidate is the most likely to win at the moment.”

It is worth noting that a source within the coordinating framework that brings together the ruling Shiite political forces in Iraq told Shafaq News Agency last Monday that the coalition leadership agreed to postpone deciding on a prime ministerial candidate until after the end of the ongoing regional war between the United States and Israel against Iran.

The Coordination Framework had officially nominated Maliki on January 24, a move that opened the door to negotiations to form the new government, but the process faltered as disagreements continued over the election of the President of the Republic, the constitutional entitlement that precedes assigning the candidate of the largest bloc to form the government.

However, al-Maliki’s nomination was met with rejection from some Sunni forces, as well as parties within the Shiite bloc itself, in addition to strong rejection from the American administration, whose president, Donald Trump, threatened at the time that Washington would stop its aid to Iraq if al-Maliki assumed the premiership.

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TRUMP: WHAT IF WE ENDED THE IRANIAN REGIME AND LEFT HORMUZ TO OTHERS?

On Wednesday, US President Donald Trump raised questions about the future of the regime in Iran, hinting at the possibility of ending it and leaving the responsibility for managing the Strait of Hormuz to the countries that benefit from it.

Trump said in a statement broadcast a short while ago: “I wonder what would happen if we eliminated what remains of the regime in Iran and left the responsibility for the Strait of Hormuz to the countries that use it.”

He added that this proposal “would quickly move some of our unresponsive allies.”

Trump had stated that the United States had “completely defeated Iran” militarily and economically, adding that many countries, especially those affected by the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, should take responsibility for securing it.

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THE UAE ANNOUNCES THE DISMANTLING OF A “TERRORIST” NETWORK FUNDED BY HEZBOLLAH AND IRAN.

The UAE State Security Service announced on Friday the dismantling of a “terrorist” network that it said was funded and run by the Lebanese Hezbollah and Iran.

they tweeted the info as well.

According to the official Emirates News Agency (WAM), the network sought to infiltrate the national economy and implement foreign schemes that threaten the country’s financial stability. The State Security Service explained that its members worked according to a pre-prepared strategic plan in coordination with foreign parties linked to Hezbollah and Iran, in violation of economic and legal regulations, including money laundering, financing terrorism, and threatening the country’s security.

The UAE announcement comes amid an unprecedented escalation of security tensions in the Gulf as the war between the United States and Israel on one side and Iran on the other enters its third week. Gulf states have requested an urgent discussion at the UN Human Rights Council regarding Iranian strikes on energy infrastructure in Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the UAE.

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                                             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.

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Mnt Goat

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 17, 2026 Mnt Goat News Brief

Guten Tag everyone:

The RV saga continues with the election cycle. The deadlock over the Maliki candidate for prime minister is finally over but he persists in his tactics to try to block any other candidate, in spite of all his lies that he would support. He is so desperate for power and control. He still sees it may be possible and is reaching for it again, even if it hurts Iraq. He hopes to overturn the vote in parliament, then backtrack later to get renominated out of desperation. Oh… he is one slick, slimy, dark person.

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TRUMP: WE CAN END THE WAR WITH IRAN THIS WEEK

(Mnt Goat: I don’t believe that it will literally end this week. They still must take out any Iranian defenses around the Strait of Hormuz, then take out the remaining rocket and drone bases and factories. There are also more top officials that need to be eliminated. What will Iran do when all these leaders are gone? A new government must be established and something has to be done with all the loyal Islamic clerics who will only try to circumvent and sabotage any new anti-Islamic government.)

US President Donald Trump asserted on Monday that the war with Iran could be resolved this week, indicating that a nuclear war would have erupted had military operations not commenced. In a speech, Trump stated, “The Iranian leadership is vicious and has killed 32,000 protesters. The Iranians are violent, and if they possessed a nuclear weapon, they would have used it.”

He added, “If I hadn’t withdrawn from the most foolish nuclear agreement, Iran would have acquired a nuclear weapon and would have blown up the Middle East and bombed us.” He continued, “I don’t want wars, and my principle is peace based on strength.”
 
He further stated, “We have inflicted significant damage on Iran in just two weeks, and what we have accomplished is for the benefit of the world.” He concluded, “We can certainly resolve the war this week.”

STATUS OF THE RV

Spring is coming on stronger and stronger in Germany as the days grow longer. I am now seeing some green in the lower pastures of the Alpines as areas slowly advance from white to green.  As many of us heard, Germany as in many European countries, is faced with the same Muslim invasion and the harm it is doing to our societies. Our region’s economy flourishes only from tourism and they are simply no longer flocking to the region, even for winter skiing. Really now, it is hard to believe how the government could be so stupid in allowing for this open boarder policy.

I need to first say that the reinstatement of the Iraq dinar did not yet happen. Of course you don’t need me to tell you this, just look at the news coming from the conflict with Iraq. Do you actually believe for a second, that the US is going to sign-off on the reinstatement of the Iraq dinar in the midst of this chaos and instability? Are you crazy or what? I don’t give a damn what these three letter agencies are supposedly conjuring up with their bank screens or memos. This is their propaganda machine to fool the outside world that Iraq is progressing in a direction, meanwhile the Shiite help themselves to the riches of Iraq while they intentionally hold if back. I have covered this deception very well in my 03/13 Newsletter in an audio titled “SETTING THE RECORD STRAIGHT FOR HISTORY.” If you have not yet had a chance to listen to it, I highly encourage you to listen. It will open your eyes wide as to why this reinstatement has been delayed so long and what has to be done to get it.

Meanwhile the political drama continues in Iraq over the election. A week ago, it was thought that the deadlock could be over, then Nori al-Maliki opens his mouth again. Oh… there is no doubt he sees a continued chance of getting into power and control again and he is not going to back down any time soon.

Since he did not get voted back into his parliamentary position through the election, the only way for him to survive now is to get on the cabinet of al-Sudani, if elected, or become prime minister himself. Al-Sudani has given indications he would not want him in his cabinet. There is almost certainty that if Maliki comes out of this election losing his immunity, he will be prosecuted for the crimes he committed against the Iraqi people during his eight-year tenor as prime minister. They have already called for his prosecution in the recent past. It baffles my mind how the Coordination Framework members could even slightly recommend him for the nomination as prime minister, knowing his background and how the average citizen feels about it. Talk about Iranian corruption. Are they desperate or do they know Maliki is their man to continue the Iranian onslaught in Iraq?

So now there is talk that the elections may just be postponed altogether until the Iranian conflict is over. The new Parliament leader already told us he does not intend to hold any sessions until the conflict is over. Why would they want to do this in the midst of this conflict if not so soaked heavily in Iranian influence already in Iraq. Seems to me at times like this you would want the opposite and need a strong, stable government in place with a leader having a background already of neutrality, al- Sundani fits this requirement. He is proving himself more and more.  I could bet you that if Maliki did somehow get the prime minister position in the midst of this conflict, he would mobilize the PMF and the Iraqi military to enter Kurdistan and begin his war with the Kurds as we learn today that the Kurds may be positioning themselves to penetrate Iran to oppose the Shiite led Kud forces. He would also attack any remaining US troops in the region. IN other words he would get Iraq into the conflict.

Please take a peek at the article titled “FOUR MONTHS AFTER THE IRAQI ELECTIONS: THE WAR MAY LEAD TO AN EXTENSION OF AL-SUDANI’S TERM.”

Well-informed political sources revealed on Tuesday (March 17, 2026) that there is what they described as a “near agreement” among major political forces to postpone the completion of procedures for forming the new Iraqi government until the course and repercussions of the ongoing military conflict between Iran, the United States, and Israel become clear, amid growing fears of the repercussions of regional escalation on the Iraqi interior.

Then another article titled “IRAN’S REVOLUTIONARY GUARD ISSUES URGENT WARNING TO US INDUSTRIES IN THE REGION”

The Iranian Revolutionary Guard or PMF issued an urgent warning to American industries in the region on Monday. The PMF public relations office said in a statement, “The United States must evacuate all American industries in the region, and residents of areas surrounding industrial plants in which American companies have shares must leave those areas so that they are not harmed.” She added, “These facilities will be attacked and targeted in the coming hours.”

So, we can see these hit squads in Iraq from the PMF against American interest. Is this why president Trump wants the PMF out of Iraq? Can you see it now? Have your eyes opened? These are groups of thugs that are operating in Iraq with anti-American interests. Yes, these statements and actions taken by the PMF are perfect examples as to why they must go. These kinds of statements certainly do not help in the cause to justify their existence. Do you really think the US companies now want to sink billions into Iraq to help rebuild its economy with this kind of actions? My conclusion is the US is not going to lay out any real development help $$$$$ to Iraq as long as this Iranian influence stays. But I believe this is all going to change and change drastically in the very near future. Wait and watch it all play out. Trump is not going to let go of Iraq that easily.

Maliki A Dark, Slimy Snake:

So, here we go again. Just when we thought we were done with this idiot Nori al-Maliki he comes back again. I tell you to turn this over to God in your prayers and He will decide what to do with this idiot. Maliki won’t be satisified unless there is a rope around his neck. In another article titled “HE PASSED OVER THE BODIES OF 100 MPS”… MALIKI AND HIS TEAM THREATEN TO REJECT SUDANI’S NOMINATION” we must remember that for al-Sudani to get prime minister any candidate must be voted in (or ratified) by parliament. So what Maliki now doing is campaigning against al-Sudani with parliamentary members to sway any votes away from al-Sudani, should a vote be taken in parliament. Now I want you to remember that Maliki has previously said that he would support any candidate if the Coordination Framework backed down from his own nomination. He told the news media he would then back al-Sudani if they nominated him. Then we learned of the Supreme Council court in Iraq that ruled in favor of al-Sudani being the “people’s choice from the November 2025 election”. This changed the entire way the majority is formed.

So, I ask then – why is Maliki going behind thier back and meeting with these Iranian parliamentary members to convince them to vote against al-Sudani? Do you see how this sneaky, slimy snake works? They call it ‘slick political moves’, but I call it dark and satanic in the midst of his lies and the close conflict with Iran. Iraq needs security and stability not more of Nori al-Maliki.

Maliki is trying to use all these elements for a self-serving purpose not for Iraq but for his own greed for power and control. He can only get back into power if instability and chaos continues. This is how these people operate. He is taking advantage of the situation in Iraq as it now faces instead of helping it move ahead quickly and to get a fair and honest government in place to stabilize it.  

I want to quote from this article “The crisis of forming the Iraqi government is heading towards a more complicated stage after Nouri al-Maliki’s team succeeded in forming something like a “blocking third” within parliament, with escalating statements indicating that caretaker Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani may face major obstacles, including overcoming the “body of 100 MPs,” before proceeding with an attempt to renew his second term, according to Al-Mada newspaper.” – “ The newspaper, in a report seen by Al-Sa’a Network, quoted its sources as saying that “at least 125 MPs signed pledges to refuse to renew Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani’s term, a number sufficient to form what is known as the blocking third within Parliament.”

As you may know the constitutional requirements related to the formation of the government, is the election of the President of the Republic first- who in turn tasks the candidate of the largest bloc with forming the government – requires a two-thirds majority in Parliament or at least 220 deputies to get him ratified. So, also remember that out of the 100 MPs they talk about in this article 85 of them are Shiite Iranians voted into parliament from this November election cycle. Can you see how these Iranians work to infiltrate your government and make Iraq a “proxy” state of Iran.

I need to mention this too in that we see it in the US as indirectly we see the democrat party allowing in Congress these middle eastern origin representatives. Here is their process – First they stack these districts with Muslim communities of immigrants, many of which are radical Islamic Shiites, then they elect the same for their district leaders in Congress. But they must choose figures not well known and if you notice they use women a lot, who are less likely to have their backgrounds of radicalism and be challenged. They place them in the US years before they are ready to take any position of power, getting them well focused and familiar with American culture. Yes, some are so bold that, once they are on power, they flaunt their Muslim background in spite of blending in with American culture. They make bold statements of radicalism as activists  and hold rallies challenging constantly the status quo with insane ideas, any idea different to challenge the status quo. This gets them votes. Again, like in Iraq today, these Muslims must have instability and chaos to stay in power.

If we take a peek at the article titled “PRIME MINISTER SUDANI WARNS WAR POSES RISK OF ‘SERIOUS CONSEQUENCES’ FOR IRAQ” we learn what al-Sudani the provisional prime minister has to say about all this that I just described above to you, as it pertains to Iraq.

Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani warned Saturday that the regional war has expanded and now threatens Iraq’s infrastructure, energy supplies and supply chains, while insisting that decisions on war and peace rest solely with the state.

“The war has expanded and all parties are now facing an imminent danger,” Sudani said during a meeting with Shia and Sunni religious figures, adding that Iraq faces “major challenges” his government is working to address.”

“The state, through its institutions, is the authority concerned with the decision of war,” he said. Iran-aligned armed groups, some of which are formally incorporated into Iraq’s security forces, have already entered the conflict, launching drone and rocket attacks on targets across federal Iraq, the Kurdistan Region and elsewhere in the region.”

Do you get now why these PMF forces must be disarmed and possibly even evicted from Iraq? Yes, we are experiencing first hand that Trump was right again…..

Then in the article we also learn about attacks on diplomatic missions and coalition forces headquarters in Iraq, warning they expose the country to “serious consequences.” The U.S. Embassy compound in Baghdad’s Green Zone was struck early Saturday, with thick smoke seen rising from the compound. The UAE Consulate General in Erbil was hit the same day, the second attack on it in a week, wounding two security guards. So, who do you think are doing these attacks? Of course it’s the PMF inside Iraq and Iraq will NEVER have peace and stability unless these forces are removed from Iraq.

I want to remind everyone in the US too that these militias have entered the US through this ridiculous open border policy of the Biden administration. They will be triggered when needed in the US too. I only pray the FBI can find them and neutralize them before any damage can be done.

In another article titled “BAHAA AL-ARAJI CALLS FOR A DECISIVE SECOND TERM FOR AL-SUDANI: AN URGENT NECESSITY”

Bahaa Al-Araji, a leader in the “Reconstruction and Development” coalition, confirmed that renewing Al-Sudani’s term has become an “urgent necessity” imposed by the rapid developments in the region. Al-Araji called on the opposing parties within the framework to abide by the decision of the senior leadership and to distance themselves from “media posturing” that serves dubious agendas.”

Al-Araji added: “The stability of Iraq’s security and keeping it away from conflict zones is the top priority. At this critical stage, there is no room for maneuvering at the expense of the nation’s security.” Informed sources within the coordination framework revealed that the official announcement of the re-nomination of Al-Sudani, which was scheduled for last Monday, has been postponed due to reservations from some forces.

In one more article we really get the tone of the reluctance of the Kurds to move ahead with announcing the president candidate. It is titled “A KURDISH LEADER CALLS FOR PATIENCE IN CHOOSING A PRIME MINISTER WHO ENJOYS NATIONAL CONSENSUS.”  Folks the Kurds have their candidate. They are not wandering around trying to get a candidate. They are holding back because they want to make damn sure Maliki is not the next prime minister. They are not going to come out and tell you that. But they have alluded to it many times, if you listen carefully. Get it? Just the words in today’s article tells it all…… I quote from the article.

Burhan Sheikh Raouf, a member of the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan (PUK), “stressed the necessity of consensus among the various parties and components to resolve the issue of the prime ministership and agree on a candidate who enjoys broad support for this position.”

“Sheikh Raouf told Al-Maalouma, “The next government must be stable, free from problems, and maintain balanced relations with all parties, both domestically and internationally. Therefore, it is natural for the formation of the government to be delayed, as happened in previous parliamentary sessions.”

Seems Iraqi politicians have gotten so use to delays in forming the government that they think it is a natural part of the democratic process. Hey… but for 4 months and still counting? This all must change in the coming elections of the future if Iraq is going to be successful.

SUMMARY:

We hear all kinds of articles in the news lately as to when the Iraq government will be formed such words as formation of a government after eid al-fitr, da, da, da! Remember May is after Eid al-filr too ….. lol.. lol.. lol.. Then we hear next week it will be formed so on and so forth, da, da, da. Folks it all can happen suddenly when the time is right. I want to think that God has some control over this event too. When you think about it, God could easily strike down Nori al-Maliki with the tip of His finger on that big peanut head. With Maliki gone things would move along very quickly. Remember Maliki has a bad case of diabetes and worships his heroin addiction and is about 76 years old. With diabetes comes heart complications too, which they don’t talk much about. At this age, and with his habits he is literally a walking timebomb.

Folks we just have to wait it out. Please don’t buy into all this foolishness from these intel gurus on the internet. How many times must they fool you before you stop listening to them?

We have seen so much success from the years of al-Sudani as the prime minister in spite of the efforts from the Iranians to hold it back. Yes, quite amazing! 😊 The point I need to make is that Iraq does not really need to make any more progress in any banking reforms etc., etc. What they need is to get rid of the Iranians in their politics and in the PMF. Reform the government, then watch this reinstatement go. My CBI contact tells me they are more than ready to go global with their dinar. I also want to remind you that they must first go through the process and conduct the Project to Delete the Zeros and collect all these stashes of money back into the banks. WOW what this will do to the economy alone.  

I don’t want to say that forming the government and the Iranian issue is the end and is the only requirements but they are a benchmark of stability that will come back to Iraq. I also have to tell you that when the time comes for America to invest strongly in Iraq under the Trump administration, this stability must occur first. Then we have the BEST chances of seeing this reinstatement and Iraq moving along as the financial center of the middle east. Don’t be gloomy but rather just sit and pray on it. It will all happen so fact when the time is right.

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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

Prophetic Words from prophet:  Julie Green

“Big Banks Will Soon Collapse “

Go to the 21:18 mark for the prophecy.  From Mar 7^th.  

Prophetic Words from prophet: Yvon Attia

4 BIBLICAL PROPHECIES ABOUT IRAN THAT ARE BEING FULFILLED RIGHT NOW

BREAKING NEWS OR ANCIENT HISTORY? BELIEVE IT OR NOT. God’s Hand at work again…..

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.  

WHERE IS MOJTABA KHAMENEI?

The next so-called “Islamic supreme leader of Iran”, did he die in the hospital?

Israel must have strong intelligence inside Iran to be able to pinpoint where these leaders are then to strike that area. This damage was not coincidental. He may be dead or serously in a coma for all we know. Why has he not made a public appearance? Can he even?

ANOTHER ONE BITES THE DUST!

Come’on…this strike was also not coincidental. He just happened to be at this location?

EPIC FURY: TARGET KHARG ISLAND

HOW TRUMP IS REBUILDING WHAT 50 YEARS DESTROYED

JOHN KENNEDY MAY HAVE JUST FOUND THE WAY TO PASS THE ‘SAVE ACT’

MORE WORD SALADS, THIS TIME AT A FUNERAL

KAMALA HARRIS FORGETS SHE WAS AT A FUNERAL…

This lady is out of her mind….. Do you actually believe the democrats nominated her to run for president of the great nation of the United States of America? Is this what the democrat party has come to, a bunch of mindless idiots? The real scary part is she still has millions of idiot followers.

NOT JUST HAPPENING IN THE US, THE ISLAMIC TAKEOVER OF THE UK

Like I said many times on my blog, either we do something about it now or we will be forced later, once more damage is done to our countries. How much longer will we let this invasion take place. Remember this is not just an attempt in the U.S, but is happening all across the globe in all developed countries.

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?

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.

AL-BAIJI: THE PRESIDENCY WILL BE DECIDED NEXT WEEK, AND THE PUK CANDIDATE IS THE MOST LIKELY TO WIN.

 
MP Mansour al-Baiji revealed on Thursday that the selection of the new president of the republic is nearing resolution, predicting that political negotiations on this matter will conclude next week. He also indicated that the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan
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PUK) candidate is ahead of his rivals. Al-Baiji told the Information Agency that “the political blocs’ efforts have reached advanced stages in nominating a presidential candidate,” explaining that “next week will be decisive for this issue, ending the political deadlock and moving forward with forming the government.”

He added that “current indicators and data within the halls of parliament suggest that the PUK candidate is the most likely to secure the position,” noting “broad understandings supporting this choice to ensure the stability of constitutional entitlements.”

He clarified that “resolving the presidential issue will directly pave the way for tasking the candidate of the largest bloc with forming the new cabinet,” emphasizing “the necessity of prioritizing the national interest to expedite the passage of laws that serve the Iraqi citizen.”

(Mnt Goat: Kurdistan would not be making this move if Maliki was definitely OUT!)

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A KURDISH LEADER CALLS FOR PATIENCE IN CHOOSING A PRIME MINISTER WHO ENJOYS NATIONAL CONSENSUS.

Burhan Sheikh Raouf, a member of the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan (PUK), stressed the necessity of consensus among the various parties and components to resolve the issue of the prime ministership and agree on a candidate who enjoys broad support for this position.

Sheikh Raouf told Al-Maalouma, “The next government must be stable, free from problems, and maintain balanced relations with all parties, both domestically and internationally. Therefore, it is natural for the formation of the government to be delayed, as happened in previous parliamentary sessions.”

He added, “Exceeding constitutional deadlines and delaying the formation of the government is a normal occurrence, as the formation of the previous government was delayed for nine months. However, this is for the benefit of Iraq and to overcome problems and disagreements among the various components.”

He explained that “there is a pressing need to reach agreements among the different components regarding the prime minister, as he is not affiliated with any particular component but will be the president of all Iraqis. This necessitates patience in order to reach a consensus on the selection of the new prime minister.” 

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SAROUT RULES OUT THE FORMATION OF A GOVERNMENT AFTER EID AL-FITR AND IDENTIFIES THREE MAIN COMPLICATIONS.

Former MP Abbas Sarout ruled out on Thursday the formation of the government after the Eid al-Fitr holiday, pointing to three complications that may lead to a delay in its formation.

Sarwat told Al-Maalomah, “I rule out the speculations some are making about the possibility of forming a government during the Eid al-Fitr holiday, given the existence of three direct complications.”

He explained that “the most prominent of these complications is the lack of consensus among the political forces within the framework regarding a roadmap to end the mutual disputes, due to the differing opinions on the identity of the candidate for the next prime minister.” He added that “the Kurdish position constitutes another complication, which can be summarized as the lack of agreement on nominating a consensus figure for the presidency.”

He pointed out that “the current challenges in the region and their repercussions on the security of capitals, including Baghdad, represent the third complication,” emphasizing that “forming a government after Eid al-Fitr is unlikely, and a delay is possible.”
He added that “there are ongoing meetings and discussions, but they have not yet led to a resolution of these complications,” noting that “the ball is now in the court of the political forces, as they are the parties responsible for implementing the provisions of the constitution and proceeding with the formation of the next government.” 

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BAHAA AL-ARAJI CALLS FOR A DECISIVE SECOND TERM FOR AL-SUDANI: AN URGENT NECESSITY

Bahaa Al-Araji, a leader in the “Reconstruction and Development” coalition, confirmed that renewing Al-Sudani’s term has become an “urgent necessity” imposed by the rapid developments in the region.

Al-Araji called on the opposing parties within the framework to abide by the decision of the senior leadership and to distance themselves from “media posturing” that serves dubious agendas.

Al-Araji added: “The stability of Iraq’s security and keeping it away from conflict zones is the top priority. At this critical stage, there is no room for maneuvering at the expense of the nation’s security.”

Informed sources within the coordination framework revealed that the official announcement of the re-nomination of Al-Sudani, which was scheduled for last Monday, has been postponed due to reservations from some forces.

The sources explained that the dissenting parties failed to convince the majority of their position, which was described as “disproportionate to the magnitude of the serious challenges” facing Iraq. According to these sources, key figures within the framework are pressing for a swift resolution to this issue, accusing other parties of prioritizing “regional interests” over the national interest.

In a more forceful tone, MP Alia Nassif, a member of the Reconstruction Coalition, confirmed that the coalition is “free” from giving up the nomination of Al-Sudani in favor of the head of the State of Law Coalition, Nouri Al-Maliki.

Nasif warned Shia political leaders against continuing what she described as “obstinacy and playing games with regional conflicts,” indicating that the United States might resort to drastic measures to completely change the current system if the political turmoil persists. Nasif stated that Washington “will not simply stand by and watch,” but might instead “crush and dismantle” the existing system to replace it with a new model.

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TRUMP: THERE IS NO END DATE FOR THE WAR, AND WE SEEK COMPLETE MILITARY DOMINANCE OVER IRAN.

US President Donald Trump asserted on Saturday that his country seeks to impose complete military dominance over Iran, indicating that the war will continue as long as necessary.

Trump told reporters that most of Iran’s military capabilities had disappeared, that Tehran no longer had any significant radars or effective air defense systems, and that US forces had decimated Iran’s navy and air force.

He added that he could not predict how long the repercussions of the war on global energy prices would last, noting that his country was considering several options for dealing with the vital Strait of Hormuz issue.

These statements fall within the context of the joint military operation between Washington and Tel Aviv, which was launched on February 28th and, according to the announcement by the American administration, aims to destroy the Iranian missile arsenal and its production capacity, eliminate the Iranian navy, and prevent Tehran from possessing nuclear weapons.

Regarding the Strait of Hormuz, through which about twenty percent of the world’s oil supplies pass, and where the war has led to a near-halt in commercial shipping, US forces destroyed 16 Iranian ships used for planting mines near the strait, while the Iranian Revolutionary Guard announced that it would not allow oil to pass through the strait as long as the US raids continued.

In terms of human casualties, the military operations have so far claimed the lives of more than 1,200 people in Iran, 570 in Lebanon, and 12 in Israel. On the American side, seven US soldiers have been killed and approximately 140 others wounded in Iranian retaliatory strikes.

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TRUMP ANNOUNCES U.S. WILL INTENSIFY STRIKES ON IRAN OVER COMING WEEK

President Trump reaffirmed that the U.S. military will continue its campaign of precision strikes until Iran’s offensive military capabilities are fully dismantled and regional security is restored.

President Donald Trump announced on Friday that the United States military is prepared to intensify kinetic operations against Iran, stating that the Pentagon has already achieved approximately 90 percent destruction of the country’s missile capabilities following a series of precision strikes.

​The president’s comments, delivered during a March 13 interview with Fox News’ Brian Kilmeade, follow a period of heightened tensions characterized by maritime friction in the Strait of Hormuz and reports of domestic security threats within the United States. President Trump indicated that the current military campaign, which he described as ahead of schedule, is aimed at the total dismantlement of Iran’s strategic offensive capacity and its defense industrial base.

​Military operations have focused on the systematic neutralization of aerial and naval assets. According to the president, the Iranian Navy has been effectively eliminated, with U.S. forces currently searching for what may be the final remaining vessel in their fleet. The air force and primary leadership tiers have also been described as severely compromised or “gone.”

​Supporting the primary offensive, the president cited the efficacy of previous operations, specifically referencing “Midnight Hammer.” He noted that the use of B-2 bombers in that mission was foundational in “obliterating” Iranian facilities, a move he asserted was necessary to prevent a wider regional conflict and ensure the security of Israel. Current operations have built upon this by targeting manufacturing plants where missiles and drones are produced.

​The strategic focus remains on conventional military infrastructure. While reports have circulated regarding Iran’s stockpiles of highly enriched uranium—estimated by some officials to be over 400 kilograms—President Trump stated that the U.S. is not currently focused on an operation to seize that material. Instead, the administration’s priority remains the continued destruction of missile and drone delivery systems.

​The regional impact of the conflict has extended to the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global energy corridor. President Trump acknowledged that the strait is not currently open and stated that the U.S. is prepared to escort oil tankers through the waterway if necessary. He characterized the Iranian efforts to disrupt shipping as a “last ditch effort” by a regime whose conventional naval power has been depleted.

​To mitigate the economic impact of the maritime disruption, the United States has coordinated an unprecedented release from the strategic oil reserve, a move joined by 32 other nations. The president also indicated that the administration is reviewing a potential suspension of the Jones Act to facilitate more flexible domestic shipping and alleviate oil shocks.

​Regional dynamics among Gulf allies have reportedly shifted in favor of U.S. objectives. President Trump noted that while some nations in the region had previously maintained a neutral stance, recent Iranian strikes against Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Iraq, and Bahrain have solidified a “very solid” and unified relationship with the United States. He emphasized that these allies are currently utilizing Patriot missile systems to successfully intercept incoming threats with near-total accuracy.

​Regarding the internal stability of the Iranian government, the president addressed recent communications attributed to the supreme leader. He noted that while a long statement was issued, the leader was not seen or heard, leading to assessments that he remains “damaged.” The president contrasted the regime’s rhetoric with its internal actions, specifically citing the use of “thugs” and “machine guns” to suppress domestic protesters. He alleged that approximately 32,000 people were killed by the regime prior to the start of current hostilities.

​Domestically, the interview addressed several security incidents within the United States. Reports detailed an attack at Old Dominion University involving a naturalized citizen from Sierra Leone previously convicted of supporting ISIS, as well as an attack on a synagogue in Michigan. In New York, an incident involving an improvised explosive device (IED) near Gracie Mansion was also noted.

​President Trump attributed these domestic security challenges to previous immigration policies, stating that 25 million people entered the country illegally during the prior administration, including individuals he characterized as criminals and those from mental institutions. He emphasized that under his current administration, the border is now “100 percent” secure, reporting zero illegal entries over the last eight months.

​The president also discussed the “Save America Act,” a legislative priority focused on voter identification and proof of citizenship for elections. He argued that the act is essential for national security and electoral integrity, claiming that 86 percent of Democrats approve of the measures despite political opposition in Congress.

​On the international front, President Trump confirmed an upcoming meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. He noted that despite high economic competition, the relationship remains “good” and “strong.” He highlighted reports of energy shortages in China, characterized by long gas lines, which he suggested would frame the context of the upcoming diplomatic discussions.

​The president concluded by reaffirming the “peace through strength” doctrine, noting that while he built the military to deter conflict, the current circumstances necessitated a “little excursion” to ensure that “crazy people” do not obtain nuclear weapons. He stated that the military currently possesses “virtually unlimited ammunition” and will continue to apply pressure until the mission’s objectives are fully realized.

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THE NUMBER DOUBLED IN TWO HOURS… NEARLY 5,000 US TROOPS ARE ON THEIR WAY TO THE MIDDLE EAST

On Friday evening, US officials revealed new details about the deployment of ground troops to the Middle East, confirming that their number is approximately five thousand soldiers. 

NBC News quoted officials as saying that “about 5,000 additional Marines and sailors will be deployed to the Middle East to support the war.” 

ABC News reported earlier on Friday that orders had been issued to send 2,200 Marines to the Middle East. 

The channel quoted US officials as saying that “orders have been issued to send a US Navy expeditionary unit comprising 2,200 Marines aboard three US Navy amphibious ships to the Middle East.”

She added: “The 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit is permanently stationed in Japan and operates in the Indo-Pacific region, but has now been ordered to head to the Middle East,” explaining that “its deployment does not mean that the unit will be used as a ground force in Iran, but it provides land, amphibious, and air assets that can be made available to military commanders when needed.” 

This specific naval reconnaissance unit, according to the American channel, includes a squadron of F-35 fighter jets and a squadron of MV-22 Osprey aircraft.

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“HE PASSED OVER THE BODIES OF 100 MPS”… MALIKI AND HIS TEAM THREATEN TO REJECT SUDANI’S NOMINATION

The crisis of forming the Iraqi government is heading towards a more complicated stage after Nouri al-Maliki’s team succeeded in forming something like a “blocking third” within parliament, with escalating statements indicating that caretaker Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani may face major obstacles, including overcoming the “body of 100 MPs,” before proceeding with an attempt to renew his second term, according to Al-Mada newspaper.

The newspaper, in a report seen by Al-Sa’a Network, quoted its sources as saying that “at least 125 MPs signed pledges to refuse to renew Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani’s term, a number sufficient to form what is known as the blocking third within Parliament.”

She added that “this makes it difficult to pass the constitutional requirements related to the formation of the government, as the election of the President of the Republic – who in turn tasks the candidate of the largest bloc with forming the government – requires a two-thirds majority in Parliament (at least 220 deputies) .”

She indicated that “the political forces may decide on the name of the prime minister candidate in the coming days, but they are still waiting for the Kurdish forces’ position on the presidential candidate before proceeding with the subsequent constitutional steps.”

She indicated that “the government was able to identify a number of armed groups and succeeded in reducing or stopping some of the attacks that targeted diplomatic interests inside the country.”

The report noted that “the environment of armed factions tends to support Maliki in his political struggle, especially after the escalation of attacks on American interests.” He explained that “Maliki encouraged Kataib Hezbollah last week to draft a statement against Al-Sudani, calling for not remaining silent in choosing the prime minister, away from the dictates of the evil American administration.”

He added that “those forces fear that abandoning him will be interpreted as a retreat from the legacy of the late Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, who was believed to have supported Maliki remaining as head of the next government 

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PRIME MINISTER SUDANI WARNS WAR POSES RISK OF ‘SERIOUS CONSEQUENCES’ FOR IRAQ

 Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani warned Saturday that the regional war has expanded and now threatens Iraq’s infrastructure, energy supplies and supply chains, while insisting that decisions on war and peace rest solely with the state.

“The war has expanded and all parties are now facing an imminent danger,” Sudani said during a meeting with Shia and Sunni religious figures, adding that Iraq faces “major challenges” his government is working to address.

“The state, through its institutions, is the authority concerned with the decision of war,” he said. Iran-aligned armed groups, some of which are formally incorporated into Iraq’s security forces, have already entered the conflict, launching drone and rocket attacks on targets across federal Iraq, the Kurdistan Region and elsewhere in the region.

Sudani condemned attacks on diplomatic missions and coalition forces headquarters in Iraq, warning they expose the country to “serious consequences.” The U.S. Embassy compound in Baghdad’s Green Zone was struck early Saturday, with thick smoke seen rising from the compound. The UAE Consulate General in Erbil was hit the same day, the second attack on it in a week, wounding two security guards.

“The state, through its constitutional institutions, will continue pursuing those involved in this condemned and rejected act,” he said.

He also condemned strikes on PMF members within Iraq’s security forces. “We will not accept our service members being exposed to such threats and we will do everything within our power to protect them,” Sudani said — hours after warplanes struck several PMF positions in Tuz Khurmatu district, wounding four fighters, two seriously.

Neither the United States nor Israel has claimed responsibility for strikes on PMF positions in Iraq. The PMF said Thursday that 32 airstrikes have hit its positions across seven governorates since the war began Feb. 28.

Iran-aligned factions under the Islamic Resistance in Iraq umbrella, including Kataib Hezbollah, Asaib Ahl al-Haq, Kataib Imam Ali and Harakat al-Nujaba, have claimed responsibility for numerous drone and rocket attacks on alleged U.S.-linked targets since the war began.

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IRAN’S REVOLUTIONARY GUARD ISSUES URGENT WARNING TO US INDUSTRIES IN THE REGION

The Iranian Revolutionary Guard issued an urgent warning to American industries in the region on Monday.

The Revolutionary Guard’s public relations office said in a statement, “The United States must evacuate all American industries in the region, and residents of areas surrounding industrial plants in which American companies have shares must leave those areas so that they are not harmed.” She added, “These facilities will be attacked and targeted in the coming hours.”

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FOUR MONTHS AFTER THE IRAQI ELECTIONS: THE WAR MAY LEAD TO AN EXTENSION OF AL-SUDANI’S TERM. 

More than four months after the Iraqi parliamentary elections, Baghdad remains mired in a profound political deadlock. The winning parties have been unable to form a new government, and the internal situation is further complicated by infighting among political blocs and conflicting regional and international interests.

This impasse raises questions about the future of the democratic process and the possibility of the caretaker government, headed by Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, remaining in power longer than anticipated, especially given the escalating military tensions in the region between Iran, the United States, and Israel.

The elections, held amid promises of restoring political stability and ending the state of division, produced a complex parliamentary landscape that prevented any coalition from forming a clear majority government, plunging the country back into a cycle of protracted negotiations and shifting alliances. With disputes persisting over the distribution of sovereign and ministerial posts, the post-election period has become a true test of the Iraqi political system’s ability to produce a stable executive authority within constitutional timeframes.

In contrast, the Iraqi scene is no longer separate from the accelerating regional developments, as the Middle East is witnessing a military escalation and an exchange of threats between international and regional powers, which has directly affected the political calculations within Iraq, as it is a sensitive arena of balance between American and Iranian influence.

A new security and political reality

Mahmoud Al-Hayani, a member of the Coordination Framework, told Al-Araby Al-Jadeed that “regional security developments and the escalating military tensions between Iran, the United States, and Israel, along with the involvement of some Iraqi factions in the confrontation, have directly impacted the course of political dialogues regarding the formation of the new Iraqi government, and political priorities have shifted towards managing security risks and avoiding an executive vacuum in the country.”

Al-Hayani explained that “the exceptional circumstances that the region is going through have imposed a new political and security reality inside Iraq, which has led to a clear slowdown in the negotiations to form the government, after most of the discussions between the political forces turned to how to protect internal stability and prepare for any possible repercussions of the regional conflict.”

He added that “the escalation of military tension and the possibility of expanding the scope of the confrontation have prompted the forces of the Coordination Framework to reassess their political options. There is a trend within the framework that supports renewing the mandate of Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani, considering that the current stage requires the continuation of the same executive leadership to ensure the stability of security and administrative decisions, and to avoid entering into a governmental vacuum that could benefit the parties affected by the crisis.”

Al-Hayani added that “there is another opinion within the coordination framework that leans towards keeping the current government and granting it full powers instead of it continuing as a caretaker government, through political and legislative understandings that allow it to make urgent strategic decisions to confront any security or economic emergency that may result from the ongoing war in the region.”

He revealed that “the coordination framework is conducting intensive consultations with other political forces to reach a national consensus that prevents the disruption of state institutions. The current stage requires realistic decisions far removed from traditional political rivalries, because any governmental vacuum in light of regional tension may multiply the security challenges within the country. The coming days will witness crucial political meetings to decide the form of managing the transitional phase, whether through renewing the mandate of the current government or temporarily establishing its full powers, in order to ensure the state’s readiness to confront the possible scenarios resulting from the military escalation in the region.”

Disagreements are the “key factor”

For his part, political analyst Hussein al-Asaad told Al-Araby Al-Jadeed that “linking the delay in forming the new government to the military tensions in the region does not reflect the full picture of the political crisis in the country. Internal disputes between political forces are still the main factor in disrupting dialogues, and not just the escalation between Iran, the United States and Israel.”

At least 4 members of the Popular Mobilization Forces were killed in a bombing in western Iraq.

At least four members of the Popular Mobilization Forces were killed in a bombing of the city of Qaim, which borders Syria in western Iraq, two security sources told AFP on Monday.

A security official reported that “4 members of the Popular Mobilization Forces security were killed and three others were wounded (…) in a bombing that targeted their presence at the ‘Martyr Haider’ checkpoint at the entrance to the city of Al-Qaim” in Anbar province.

For his part, another security official said that the strike, which he attributed to the United States, resulted in the deaths of five personnel. He explained that the targeted checkpoint housed “members of the Popular Mobilization Forces, the Anbar Operations Command, and the Federal Police.”

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                                             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.

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