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May 12, 2026 Mnt Goat News Brief

Guten Tag everyone:

The RV saga continues with the election cycle. So far it is just more U.S. threats and some rational ideas being kicked around in the political circles of Iraq as to how to accomplish this task of disarming these factions and PMF. Meanwhile the commanding general of the Iranian Quds Forces in Iraq, Qaani, flies into Iraq and attempts to convince the new government NOT to disband or disarm these factions and the PMF. Go figure! What a mess Iraq has on their hands since this are being pulled from Washington on one hand and Iran in the other. All of this nonsense could have been avoided in 2007 if Iraqi leadership at the time had the balls to send these Iranians packing back home once the war with ISIS was over. My question is this- could they even? Where these Quds forces stronger than the Iraqi armed forces and they were unable to do so?

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Psalm 37:4

Delight yourself in the Lord;
And He will give you the desires of your heart

STATUS OF THE RV

As we spring into the season of Spring, things are beginning to heat up again in Iraq over these Iranian backed militia. So, let’s first cover this ongoing saga and then we will get to some positive news from the Central Bank of Iraq. Again, I will try to summarize the recent news for you in the best chronological order I can as it all happened. I will try to keep it simple. However, some of these explanations for the articles today are going to be a bit long as the articles are chock-full of information that helps our quest to learn more and more about what the hell is truly holding up the RV/Reinstatement.

😊 So, the recent saga begins as we should be aware that president Trump made statements regarding acceptance of al-Zaidi as the designate prime minister. See the article titled “TRUMP: WHAT HAPPENED IN IRAQ IS “VERY GOOD” AND I’M HAPPY WITH THE PRIME MINISTER-DESIGNATE.” “US President Donald Trump said on Saturday that recent developments in Iraq were “very good,” expressing his satisfaction with the selection of the Iraqi prime minister-designate, in a further sign of Washington’s support for the new Iraqi leadership.” Of course, any candidate might be better than the obviously corrupt Nouri al-Maliki…lol… lol… lol… But let’s consider the new choice in these terms too. Will Trump be able to work with al-Zaidi to help make Iraq great again (MIGA)?

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😊 However, as investors in the Iraqi dinar, let’s not yet go off half-cocked screaming RV!, RV!, RV!. This approval from Trump comes with a condition that the militias are disbanded and disarmed. So far, no sound plan has been proposed. See article titled “WASHINGTON IMPOSES ITS CONDITIONS ON THE NEW GOVERNMENT AND USURPS IRAQI DECISION-MAKING POWER.”

The source told the “Video News Agency” that “the United States has put forward a set of conditions related to the formation of the next government in Iraq, including a government without armed factions or the Popular Mobilization Forces, the formation of a government team with a new structure and management, in addition to completely stopping the smuggling of hard currency and crude oil.”

An informed source confirmed on Sunday that there are American conditions related to the formation of the new Iraqi government, which represent direct interference in the process of its formation, and affect the nature of sovereign decision-making and the distribution of positions within the state. Of course, the Iranians would say this since they too are interfering and don’t want the US medaling in their affairs to take over Iraq as a proxy Iranian state.

The Iranians always want to paint a picture that the US as interfering in the election process of Iraq and Iraqi sovereignty, really? These are fine words but hypocritical words from Iran as you also must include Iran in the equation too if they are truly concerned about Iraqi sovereignty. Yes, they too along with the US must then go.

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😊 Next out pops this article titled “DISARMING FACTIONS AMID ESCALATING US PRESSURE.” The Asharq Al-Awsat newspaper, quoting Iraqi political sources, revealed the formation of a high-level Iraqi committee tasked with preparing an executive project for disarming armed factions, in preparation for presenting it to American officials in the coming days, amid escalating American pressure on Baghdad regarding the issue of weapons and Iranian influence within Iraq.

The information indicated that the committee is operating under a mandate from forces within the coordination framework.

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😊Then Muqtada al-Sadr, issued a statement about what to do with the militia. Did he just muddle up the waters and confuse things? Yes, possible solutions to the problem but are they going to work? You do remember Muqtada al-Sadr? His block actually won the overwhelming majority of votes in the 2022 election, even more than the al-Sudani block in 2026. I know we have not heard much from him in years. Remember like al-Sudani, he won a previous election but conceded his votes also to the Coordination Framework. The article is titled “AL-SADR SETS 6 CONDITIONS FOR THE NEXT GOVERNMENT AND CALLS FOR THE DISBANDING OF ARMED FACTIONS.”

I have been waiting for al-Sadr to speak up about this election and these factions. This is a very important step and shows the national consensus is to disband them. Didn’t Al-Sudani tell us this also months ago? Why is Iraq still having this situation today?

The leader of the Shiite National Movement, Muqtada al-Sadr, issued a statement today, Friday (May 8, 2026), in which he outlined a political roadmap that includes six basic conditions directed at the person tasked with forming the government, stressing the need to achieve “the satisfaction of the people” as a top priority for the next stage.

The issue of uncontrolled weapons topped al-Sadr’s statement, in which he called on the incoming government to transform the armed factions into a formation called “Soldiers of Religious Rites,” to be under the authority of the “Hajj and Umrah Authority,” or to transform them into humanitarian relief formations. My personal opinion this is all just bullshit!

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☹ Then, it was not even a few days later that Qaani came to Iraq on a surprise trip, when this news article came out titled “WALL STREET: QAANI MANEUVERS TO KEEP FACTIONS ALIVE AND AVOID DISARMING THEM.”

Washington is pressuring al-Zaidi amid anticipation of the confidence vote session.

Who is Esmail Qanni? He is the commander of Iran’s Quds Forces. Qaani, urged Iraqi officials he met during his visit to avoid excluding militia leaders from the government or attempting to disarm them. WOW, what pressure from both sides Washington and now Iran!

According to information reported by the Wall Street Journal, which covered the issue of al-Zaidi’s nomination, the prime minister-designate has the support of President Donald Trump, who invited him to Washington. The newspaper confirmed that the United States strongly supports him, adding that this support from the White House is conditional on excluding armed factions from the next Iraqi government and limiting Tehran’s influence in Baghdad.

So, based on what is now going on in Iran, do you think that Iraqi leaders will listen to Qaani or the Whitehouse? Let me know what you think in the comments below.

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😊 We are reading lots of articles on the timing of the new government of Zaidi (or Zaydi or however they spell his name) will be formed as they still have to formalize the list of his cabinet members and present it to parliament for a vote. I am not going to burden you will all this ongoing rhetoric and opinions from these political figures as they are going nowhere in a hurry with these cabinet choices unless they clean up their act and get these Iranian factions and PMF disbanded and disarmed. The US has taken a look at the proposed cabinet member list and disapproved many of the candidates. Many are on the international terrorist list and have ongoing sanctions on them. How stupid even to try to sneak these candidates through. These Arabs cannot be trusted.

It an interesting article today it just about sums it all up. It is titled “WASHINGTON TIGHTENS ITS CONDITIONS, BAGHDAD WAVERS, AND THE FACTIONS BECOME A STUMBLING BLOCK FOR THE NEW GOVERNMENT.”

Gee Whiz….. they only had 5 months already to deal with them and decide what to do with them, but you know Iraq and these stubborn Arabs. The reason why they haven’t yet dealt with the factions and PMF is because they are already subservient to Iran and Iran says they must stay. Remember Qaani just came to Iraq and pressured them.
“The Iraqi political scene is witnessing a remarkable escalation against the backdrop of the conditions put forward by the administration of US President Donald Trump regarding the formation of the new Iraqi government, which linked its support for Baghdad to keeping armed factions away from the upcoming ministerial formation, which opened the door to a wide political debate within the country.“

I don’t want to hear anyone criticizing the Trump administration as ‘holding up the RV’. This is silly and almost sad to say these things. This Iranian issue should have been dealt with long before now with other presidents, namely Obama and Bush. Anyone telling you this, simply put is ‘an idiot’ and just shows the extent of ignorance as to what is really happening in Iraq. Getting rid of Iran out of Iraq is in part (a large part) of exactly what we need to see and will lead to the RV and Reinstatement. Get it?

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😊 So here is yet another article telling us the aim is to clean out the old corruption and bring out new blood to run the country of Iraq. Oh…. does this sound familiar? Isn’t the US also making these same moves in their own government under Trump? We will soon see a flood of indictments come out there too. Remember the parallel comparison of what is happening in Iraq to what is happening in the US politics is uncanny. There must be some behind the scenes ‘spiritual’ entity working all this out. It can’t be all just coincidence. The article is titled “AL-SHAMMARI: ATTEMPTS TO BRING BACK CERTAIN FIGURES WILL NOT SUCCEED, AND THE CURRENT STAGE REQUIRES NEW FACES.”

MP Mohammed Al-Shammari affirmed on Tuesday “that any attempts to rearrange the political landscape in order to impose certain figures back on the forefront will not succeed, pointing to the need to move beyond the names that consumed the previous phase and caused a decline in public trust.”

Al-Shammari told Al-Maalouma News Agency that “attempts to rearrange political alliances to bring some figures back to the forefront will not succeed unless they are based on a real project that serves the Sunni and Iraqi public in general,” indicating that “the public no longer accepts repeating experiences that have only resulted in political crises.” (after crisis).

He added that “the next stage needs new faces capable of overcoming the disputes and crises that have weakened citizens’ confidence in the political process,” noting that “the insistence on recycling some controversial names represents an obstacle to the stability of legislative and executive entitlements.”

Maybe Iraq also needs to change their political process too as part of this as I (as well as many politicians inside Iraq and the U.S.) believe the changes are necessary as the interpretations of a ‘majority block’ and how it is formed is all wrong and has been the cause of many delays and corruption in the election process. It also allows too much ‘horse trading’ to go on and thus allows the corruption to occur right from the get-go during the election process. This is in-fact how Iran got into Iraqi politics. I don’t believe for one second the average citizen in Iraq voted to have such an Iranian presence in the government thus be governed as a proxy state of Iran.

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😊 In fact is you take the time to read the article titled “THE “FRAMEWORK” WAS SURPRISED BY THE EXTENT OF AMERICAN SUPPORT… DID IT GET INVOLVED IN NOMINATING AL-ZAIDI?” You can see that what I just said about election corruption is factual and has to change. Folks, this is not rocket science to try to understand the changes that must occur in Iraqi politics if in fact Iraq it going to be a truly sovereign nation, that they claim they are (or more like it in reality want to be) but are not yet.

The Iranian general (Qaani) rushes to Baghdad to salvage the “quiet infiltration”.
The “quiet arrangements” for forming the new government have, over the past two weeks, devolved into something resembling “open chaos,” according to a well-informed Shiite political source. This sudden shift brought the Iranian general back to Baghdad and disrupted understandings that, until recently, seemed almost finalized.

This confusion coincides with the stalled attempts at rapprochement between Tehran and Washington and the rising likelihood of a return to brinkmanship. Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zaidi was preparing to present his cabinet this week, before these new developments pushed for a possible postponement until the end of May or the beginning of June.

Al-Zaidi now finds himself in a highly complex (very precarious) situation, caught between American pressure to remove the factions from key state institutions and escalating Iranian pressure exerted through armed groups that reject any talk of dismantling their influence or disarming.

Why did the general return?
“Things have descended into chaos,” attributing this to “the tug-of-war between Tehran and Washington.” He continues, “Iran was apparently satisfied with the formula upon which the groundwork for the new government was laid, but now it has returned to objecting, without any clear reasons.”

On Saturday evening, information leaked about Qani’s arrival in Baghdad, just hours after Muqtada al-Sadr’s speech, in which he again warned against “the perfumer’s concoction,” a phrase he uses to refer to Iranian influence, in what appeared to be an early hint at the visit before it was reported in the media.

According to available information, Washington considered several alternative names to al-Sudani but found insufficient indications that these figures were capable of containing Iran’s influence or controlling the armed factions.

At the height of that crisis, Tehran had pushed through what became known as the “quiet infiltration” plan, aimed at repositioning the factions within state institutions through unknown figures, while superficially disarming them.

“Trump had said last Saturday evening that what had happened in Iraq recently was “satisfactory,” emphasizing that he was “happy with the selection of the prime minister-designate.”

(Mnt Goat: Trump also said support to Iraq is conditional upon disarming the militias)

Nevertheless, there are still no clear indications that al-Zaidi intends to confront the armed factions. Muqtada al-Sadr further complicated the situation by calling for the transformation of the armed factions into “soldiers of religious rites” – in his statement last Friday – under the authority of the Hajj and Umrah Commission, or their conversion into humanitarian relief organizations. He declared that anyone who rejects this would be “outlaws.”

The factions’ silence regarding Trump’s statements and his call to al-Zaidi, as well as his support for forming a “terrorism-free” government—a move understood by the US as targeting armed groups—was striking. This was seen as part of a strategy of “quiet infiltration.”

Is Eid al-Adha a Public Holiday? Eid al-Adha is a public holiday on may 27th this year. It is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed in Iraq.

Remember I told you Maliki needed a position in the government to protect his against his crimes. He is now trying for the ministry of Oil in Zaidi’s cabinet, and this is causing yet more controversy too. Seems whatever he touches nobody really wants it. Yes nobody wants this ass—hole around any longer. I quote from the article- “a fierce Shiite struggle is unfolding over the Ministry of Oil, which, according to the norms within the “coordination framework,” is supposed to go to the largest bloc, i.e., to Sudani’s share.” Maliki knows where the money is. This is always where he migrates to in the government. So, we see “according to political sources, Nouri al-Maliki is still clinging to the oil ministry and refusing to relinquish it at the last minute, despite the blow dealt to his candidate for the position.”

This next bit of news in this article confirms to us why we can’t can foreign influence in in Iraqi policies. I quote from the article – “Last year, Al-Mada newspaper, citing informed sources, revealed that parties close to Iran had obstructed agreements to resume oil exports through the Turkish port of Ceyhan, which later led to a severe crisis after the closure of the Strait of Hormuz during the 40-day war.”

Washington also imposed sanctions on leaders of the Kataib Sayyid al-Shuhada and Asa’ib Ahl al-Haq militias on charges related to oil smuggling and the financing and arming of groups linked to the Iranian Revolutionary Guard and Hezbollah.
Among those sanctioned was Laith al-Khazali, brother of Asa’ib Ahl al-Haq leader Qais al-Khazali, whose name had been circulating as a potential candidate for the Ministry of Interior.

I can go on and on with this article as it is chock-full of more information. I will let you go to the Articles Section for the rest of it to read on your own. Sorry, I know this commentary was very long on this article but necessary.

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OIL AND GAS LAW

I keep bringing this law up for review as to where we are in the stages of getting this law passed and into the Gazette. The US has told Iraq this law is essential to completing all their 2005 constitutional requirements as they must be fulfilled prior to moving to a member once again of the international community (this move means a reinstatement of the dinar back on FOREX).

😊 So, here we go again folks. Yes, the Oil and Gas Law (or better known as HCL) has raised it’s head again, but for the good of our investment. Can parliament get this law passed? This is actually the very first time a sound law acceptable by both Kurdistan and the GOI has been presented to parliament to put into law. In fact both are already abiding by its conditions as if it were already put into law.

Let’s see what the current developments are in this direction of finally getting this law passed. The article today is titled “OIL AND GAS LAW: WILL THE CURRENT PARLIAMENTARY SESSION SUCCEED IN RESOLVING ONE OF THE MOST COMPLEX ISSUES?”

The oil and gas law is imposing itself as one of the most sensitive issues within the Iraqi scene, amid increasing questions about the ability of political forces to pass it during the current parliamentary session. As you may recall Article 112 of the new Constitution of the Republic of Iraq requires the enactment of a law to regulate the oil and gas sector. To date, however, no such law has been enacted. It was supposed to be completed must months after the ratification of the new Iraqi constitution in 2005. It is decades overdue.

The spokesman for the Iraqi Ministry of Oil, Sahib Bazoun, confirmed on Tuesday (May 12, 2026) “that the oil and gas file between Baghdad and Erbil will not witness complete stability until the oil and gas law is approved within the House of Representatives, noting that there are existing understandings between the federal government and the region regarding the management of the oil file.”

Bazoun said that there is an agreement and a political decision between the two parties, but that enacting the oil and gas law during the current parliamentary session represents the most important step to ensure the stability of the oil relationship and preserve the rights of all parties.

I quote from the article: “The Oil and Gas Law is one of the most prominent controversial laws postponed in Iraq since 2005, as it is related to regulating the management of oil wealth and the distribution of revenues between the federal government, the Kurdistan Region and the producing governorates, amid repeated political and economic demands to resolve it in order to end the disputes related to oil exports and contracts.”

So, do you think getting this law implemented is important for the STABILITY sake of Iraq, as the governor of the CBI Ali al-Alaq keeps telling us they need STABILITY and SECURITY. Yes, I have confirmed with my CBI contact many times this is part of the reason why the reinstatement has not yet gone.

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😊 I wanted to bring forward yet another recent article on this same subject matter of the HCL. It is the article titled “THE MOST COMPLEX ISSUE AWAITS RESOLUTION: OIL: THE OIL AND GAS LAW IS THE KEY TO STABILITY BETWEEN BAGHDAD AND ERBIL.”

The spokesman for the Iraqi Ministry of Oil, Sahib Bazoun, confirmed on Tuesday (May 12, 2026) that the oil and gas file between Baghdad and Erbil will not witness complete stability until the oil and gas law is approved within the House of Representatives, noting that there are existing understandings between the federal government and the region regarding the management of the oil file.

Bazoun told Baghdad Today that there is an agreement and a political decision between the two sides, but that enacting the oil and gas law during the current parliamentary session represents the most important step to ensure the stability of the oil relationship and preserve the rights of all parties.

So, again do you think this law is important to getting us the reinstatement?

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WHAT ELSE IS IN THE NEW?

😊 When the CBI talks, I listen! Meanwhile, in the background the CBI continues to move ahead with the banking reforms. Are all these reforms necessary to reinstate the dinar? I am told by my CBI contact that they certainly can’t hurt but as far as the ‘White Paper” reforms, Iraq is more than ready and financially stable now to reinstate and wanted to do it in January 2026 but was held up due to the election saga. I am told it is the political side that must catch up to the financial side. Here is some good recent news titled “THE CENTRAL BANK OF IRAQ: WE ARE PROCEEDING WITH REFORMING THE BANKING SECTOR AND CALL FOR RELIANCE ON OFFICIAL SOURCES.”

“The Central Bank of Iraq affirmed its continued implementation of the banking sector reform program, as part of its strategic vision to strengthen the financial system and enhance the efficiency of banking institutions in accordance with best practices and international standards. In an official statement, the bank explained that Iraqi banks are continuing to work towards fulfilling the requirements of the second phase of the reform program, which focuses on raising compliance and governance levels, enhancing transparency, and improving institutional performance. This contributes to supporting financial stability and strengthening confidence in the banking sector.

The Central Bank also noted its ongoing efforts to support banks whose access to external transfer channels has been restricted, enabling them to meet the approved regulatory requirements and standards.”

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😊 As we all should know by now or I am informing you now, if in case you don’t know, that the CBI must be able to manage the exchange rate of the dinar both pre-RV and post-RV. If it can’t manage it now the IMF is not going to let it go back to FOREX. So can they manage it? Remember also because their monetary system is coming out of the harshest of sanctions the CBI still is not yet fully in control of the dinar, as many believe. Yes, they have the power as stated in the constitution, but this does not mean they can exert that ‘full’ power yet until they have proved themselves as a nation capable of it. Thus, seeing what is not going on with the Iranian corruption inside Iraq is a prime example of not showing it fully yet. Do you get it?

In this next article it is revealing to us if they can or can not yet fully control the dinar. It is titled “THE CENTRAL BANK CONTINUES TO STRENGTHEN THE STABILITY OF THE DINAR AND THE SUSTAINABILITY OF THE CASH DOLLAR.”

The Prime Minister’s financial advisor, Mazhar Muhammad Salih, confirmed on Friday that “the stability of the exchange rate is part of the Central Bank’s monetary policy, noting that there are ongoing measures to enhance the stability of the dinar, control liquidity, and ensure the sustainability of cash dollar supplies “.So, this statement tells us there are problems and the CBI must stay on top if it. Remember also because of minor recent sanctions due the election process, dollars were temporarily cut off from the US Aid to Iraq.

Saleh said, in a statement to the official agency followed by Al-Sa’a Network, that “the exchange rate policy and the monetary system are among the exclusive jurisdictions of the monetary authority, according to the Central Bank of Iraq Law No. (56) of 2004, which granted the Central Bank legal independence in formulating and implementing its monetary policies, while subjecting it to accountability before the House of Representatives based on Article (103) of the Constitution of the Republic of Iraq”

He added that “the Central Bank of Iraq adopts a fixed official exchange rate policy as a nominal anchor to achieve general price stability in the long term, maintain monetary balance, and reduce inflationary expectations .”

He stressed that “stabilizing the parallel market (to use the ‘official’ fixed exchange rate) is not achieved only through increasing the injection of cash dollars for travelers and others, which represents a percentage between 5% and 10% of the total demand for foreign currency, but rather through an integrated package of continuous measures, including effective management of cash liquidity through intervention in the exchange market, controlling and regulating official demand channels for foreign currency, enhancing confidence in institutions and monetary policies, as well as developing the internal commercial and financial infrastructure .”

My conclusion is that the CBI along with help from the Finance Committee can put measures in place to help stabilize the dollar from the parallel market, but they still can not fully control these dollars and the rates above the ‘official’ rate from the paralell market (the black market, which is illegal).

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Let’s keep our prayers alive. There is a deep spiritual dimension at work today bringing about this reset. I believe we are closer than ever for the dinar to get reinstated. But first things first. part of the mess in the US must be cleaned up too.. Then certain laws in Iraq must be passed. By now everyone should be fully aware of these events that caused delays in the currency reform process. This is not rocket science to understand.

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

“Shocking Evidence Is Coming Out That Will Finally Drain The Swamp”

Go to the 9:22 mark in video for the prophecy. From May 1st.

“Long Awaited Arrests Are Coming “

Go to the 14:27 mark to watch the prophecy. From May 1^st.

China’s control in the U.S. will be destroyed
The IRS will be exposed for what it really is.
Someone in the Senate is about to be arrested for a ‘shocking’ reason.
Elizabeth Warren will be removed from the Senate. Her days of cheating the American people are over.
Nothing the deep state will do will stop the arrests that are coming.
Crooked judges both Federal and Civil will be removed from their benches.
A U.S. Supreme Court judge will suddenly resign.

“The Majority Of Your Government Is Guilty Of Treason“

Go to the 10:59 mark to watch the prophecy. From May 2nd.

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.

IS AOC A SOCIALIST COMMUNISTS?

You decide….

She will NEVER recover from this interview.

CIA WHISTLEBLOWER TESTIFIES ON COVID ‘COVER-UP’

Another COVID lie coverup exposed. What did the prophets tell us – ‘What can be shaken will be shaken.’ The government owes its citizens the TRUTH!

WHY WON’T OBAMA GO AWAY LIKE ALL THE OTHER PAST PRESIDENTS?

Obama the ‘globalist’ president. Yes, he wants a global government and the US sovereignty gone and I mean gone! He wants the US to follow not lead the world.

This guy is not about ‘America First’ but ‘globalism first’. Can you see how globalism is ruining the planet and is not helping it? Just take a look around you? Just look at the mess in the middle east, then in Europe, the UK, Australia and in the U.S. What the heck is so good about it?

Define globalist: a person who advocates the administering or planning of a political strategy and an economic system, i.e. global governance on a global rather than a national basis. They do not want sovereignty of nations.

And he was a US President? What the….. (WTF)

THEY CALL THIS DEMOCRACY. DEMS JUST GOT CAUGHT…AGAIN

I even question why they call their party the ‘democrat party’ when they are the farthest from being democratic. Remember everything is NOT about what the majority wants. Yes, this what they call democratic. But they are wrong. VERY wrong!

Is about what the US Constitution says on how we should govern. The U.S. is a”Constitutional Republic’ NOT a democracy. We only use the democratic principles to select our leaders, when that is done, we want them then is to uphold the US Constitution which is our the guiding laws of the land. We donot want them to use their power we have given them then to try to turn us away from what our founding fathers wanted and to change to a pure ‘Democracy’, which is easily manipulated as you cannot serve all the people all the time is a pure democracy.

And this is where the democrat party does not get it. This is how they will try to manipulate the voters minds into believing we must go to a pure Democracy. You can hear it when they talk and make their grand speeches about democracy. We hear then screaming all the time about democracy, democracy, democracy but this is only brainwashing you to get you to go along with their narrative of a pure democracy away from what the founding fathers wanted. They did not choose a Constitutional Republic for nothing. There were hundreds of years of background and corruption behind their decision. They did not want America to go the way of the past in Europe.

I challenge everyone to go research why the founding fathers wanted this ‘Constitutional Republic’ and NOT a pure ‘Democracy”.

TRUMP BACKS FEDERAL GAS TAX SUSPENSION

Will this eventually lead to all taxes being taken off of gasolene permanently including local, state and federal gas taxes which are nearly 75% of the cost of gas at the pump?

Anything will help but let’s try a lot better than that. How about the state tax and other taxes on gas at the pump. Has this become an ‘essential’ item. Should we even be taxing gasolene in the first place. Hey… who thought of this tax anyhow? What a brilliant idea!

HOW DID GASOLENE TAXES START ANYHOW?

WHITMER UNDER FIRE AFTER APPOINTEE INDICTED

To understand what is really going on in Michigan we must first realize that the Federal government is finally auditing all the state’s election processes. This is something that is the legal right of the Federal government. States, as we know, have the US Constitutional right to run their own election process. This does not mean it can be corrupt and fraudulent. With all the allegations of these many past elections, it is time for the Federal government to step in and conduct these audits. It is way overdue. So why are the democrats fighting it so much? Are they afraid of ‘pandora’s box” and what will be found inside of it?

But there is more. As these BLUE states refuse to cooperate with the Federal government more and more corruption then surfaces and we begin to see patterns as to why they don’t want the Federal govt nosing around in their business. Yes, this corruption has gone on for so long it is a way of life now and they actually think they are entitled to it. How dare the Federal government (under Trump) audit them, they say. Yes, once again using the Trump narrative as their lame excuse for not wanting oversight and accountability.

The level of all this corruption is just blowing my mind. I never thought it was this bad. But did God not tell us it was and they He is going to clean it up.

Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer is facing growing scrutiny after explosive reports tied one of her political allies and appointees, Fay Beydoun, to a controversial $20 million taxpayer-funded grant now under criminal investigation.

Beydoun — a Whitmer donor, fundraiser host, and MEDC appointee — allegedly received massive state funding through a nonprofit connected to the “Global Link” program before investigators began digging into where the money went and how the grant was approved. Critics are now asking:

1.how did a politically connected Whitmer ally secure such a huge earmark,

2.and who inside Michigan government signed off on it?

The controversy has sparked major questions about political favoritism, oversight failures, and whether insiders within the Whitmer administration helped pave the way for the funding. Reports also suggest investigators are examining communications involving Whitmer’s office, the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, and figures tied to the grant approval process.

Someone’s going to Jail!

THIS IS SOMETHING THAT HAPPENS IN COMMUNIST AND SOCIALIST COUNTRIES

Incidentally Washington also just passed a state income tax of 9% plus. Washington used to be one of the tax free state. The legislature did not vote on a referendum to the people for this tax. The state supreme court ruled and allowed this vagrant violation of constitutionality.

TIME FOR THIS TO BE UNLEASHED ON IRAN, ENOUGH IS ENOUGH

COULD REP. JAYAPAL GUILTY OF TREASON?

“She CONFESSED to Assisting Cuba AGAINST the U.S. embargo” – Calls to ARREST Rep. Jayapal for Helping Cuba. Who the hell do these representatives think they are? It is unbelievable what this democratic party has come to.

Jayapal is an ultra-leftist liberal who has been an obstructionist all a long for anything that makes common sense for the American people and can actually help America’s economy grow. She believes in very high taxes, this Robin Hood stuff of taking from the rich and giving to the poor. Yes, from your pocket to theirs, because most of it never even gets to the programs intended for the poor anyhow and we have seen this time and time again with all these recent corruption scandals now being exposed. This could be her big scandal too but I think there is much more to her corruption only it has not yet surfaced fully. The sopt light has now been turned on to her and so let’s see what she is really up to and why. Is she even on the side of America or on the side of social communists. She has the AOC syndrome, it’s call ‘ignorance’. Does she even know how blockages work and the power of the president to impose them?

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.

ABDUL HADI SETS A DATE FOR SUBMITTING THE NAMES OF CANDIDATES FOR MINISTERIAL PORTFOLIOS IN ALI AL-ZIDI’S GOVERNMENT.

On Friday, Uday Abdul-Hadi, a member of the Coordination Framework, set the date for political blocs to submit the names of their candidates for ministerial portfolios in the government of Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zaidi.

Abdul-Hadi told Al-Maalouma that “Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zaidi’s submission of the ministerial program to the Speaker of Parliament yesterday represented the first step in the process of forming the government.” He explained that “the next anticipated step is for the political blocs and lists to submit the names of their candidates for ministerial portfolios, based on their electoral entitlements.”

He added that “the names of the candidates will be submitted at the beginning of next week, with more than one name for each ministerial portfolio, from which al-Zaidi will choose the most suitable candidate.” He emphasized that “so far, there are no disagreements hindering this process.”

Abdul-Hadi indicated that “the issue of the sovereign ministries is witnessing serious steps toward resolution in the coming hours,” expecting that “the lists of proposed names will be ready shortly, paving the way for the completion of the government formation.”

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A POLITICAL AGREEMENT HAS BEEN REACHED TO PASS THE AL-ZAYDI GOVERNMENT THIS WEEK.

A parliamentary source revealed on Saturday that there is a political agreement to pass the government of Prime Minister-designate Ali Faleh al-Zaidi during this week, before a number of MPs head to Saudi Arabia to perform the Hajj pilgrimage.

The source told Shafaq News Agency that the Speaker of Parliament “has not yet received any official notification from the government regarding the submission of the cabinet,” explaining that “if the notification arrives, the date of the session will be set and members of parliament will be notified 24 hours before the confidence vote session.”

He added that “there is an agreement between the parliament’s leadership and the heads of the political blocs to pass the government formation during this week, before a group of MPs head to Saudi Arabia next week to perform the Hajj rituals.”

Prime Minister-designate Ali Faleh al-Zaidi submitted the ministerial program for the new government to Speaker of Parliament Hebat Hamad al-Halbousi last Thursday (May 7), in preparation for circulating it to members of Parliament for review, with the names of the government formation to be submitted later.

On April 27, 2026, President Nizar Amidi tasked Al-Zaidi with forming the new government after he was nominated by the Coordination Framework to succeed Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani.

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THE SECRETARY-GENERAL OF PARLIAMENT: THE DATE FOR THE VOTE ON THE CABINET WILL BE SET FOR NEXT MONDAY OR TUESDAY.

The Secretary-General of the House of Representatives, Safwan Al-Jarjari, announced that the date for the vote on the cabinet has not yet been decided, indicating that the final decision is pending the presidency of the council, with the likelihood of it being held on Monday or Tuesday of next week.

Al-Jarjari said in a press statement that: “The House of Representatives has completed all preparations for holding the session to vote on the cabinet,” indicating that “it has been customary in previous government voting sessions to send invitations to political and diplomatic leaders, and things will become clearer tomorrow.”

He added that “tomorrow will see the start of sending invitations to the political leaders, the coordinating framework and the political council,” stressing that “we are waiting for the Speaker of Parliament to set a date for the session, whether it will be on Monday or Tuesday.”

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WASHINGTON TIGHTENS ITS CONDITIONS, BAGHDAD WAVERS, AND THE FACTIONS BECOME A STUMBLING BLOCK FOR THE NEW GOVERNMENT.

(Mnt Goat: Ghee Whiz they only had 5 months to deal with them and decide what to do, but you know Iraq and these stuborn Arabs.)

The Iraqi political scene is witnessing a remarkable escalation against the backdrop of the conditions put forward by the administration of US President Donald Trump regarding the formation of the new Iraqi government, which linked its support for Baghdad to keeping armed factions away from the upcoming ministerial formation, which opened the door to a wide political debate within the country.

In this context, the Friday prayer leader of Najaf, Sadr al-Din al-Qubanchi, described these demands as “blatant interference” in the Iraqi decision, calling on the coordinating framework and the prime minister-designate to take a position that preserves what he described as “the independence of the state.”

These developments coincided with sharp American criticism of what Washington considers to be “ambiguity” in the relationship between the Iraqi state and some armed factions, as the incoming US administration demands a clear declaration confirming that these groups are not affiliated with official state institutions.

Al-Qabbani linked these pressures to what he described as a state of “political confusion” within parliament, criticizing the large number of MPs who traveled to Mecca for Hajj at a time when the country is going through sensitive periods related to the formation of the government and the approval of the ministerial program.

In the international context, a report issued by Foreign Policy magazine, which was followed by (Al-Mada), concluded that Iraq has become closer to a “fragile state” due to political divisions, the influence of armed factions and foreign interventions, noting that the country is stuck between intertwined regional and international pressures.

According to the report, the escalation of attacks and regional tensions, especially between the United States and Iran, has had a direct impact on the Iraqi interior, at a time when the incoming government faces complex challenges related to sovereignty and controlling weapons outside state institutions.

The report also noted that armed factions linked to Iran have become a key player in the Iraqi scene, given their continued political and military presence, which puts the next government in front of a thorny equation between external pressures and internal balances.

For his part, US Republican Party member Malik Francis said that the Trump administration is dealing cautiously with Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zaidi, focusing on issues of armed influence, energy stability, and limiting Iranian expansion within Iraqi state institutions.

Inside Iraq, the leader of the Sadrist movement, Muqtada al-Sadr, called for a reformulation of the role of armed factions and their transformation into formations with a humanitarian character, in a move that sparked widespread political controversy about the future of those groups within the state.

In light of these developments, Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zaidi continues his efforts to form his government within the constitutional deadline, amid escalating pressure from internal and external parties, making the issue of the next government one of the most sensitive and complex issues in the current political phase.

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AL-SADR SETS 6 CONDITIONS FOR THE NEXT GOVERNMENT AND CALLS FOR THE DISBANDING OF ARMED FACTIONS.

(Mnt Goat: I have been waiting for al-Sadr to speak up about this election and these factions. This is a very important step and show the national consensus is to disband them. Didn’t Al-Sudani tell us that too 5 months ago?)

Al-Sadr stressed that any party that rejects this transformation will be considered “outlaw”. Al-Sadr expressed his readiness to dissolve the “Promised Day Brigade” and hand over the “Peace Brigades” to the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces as a step to strengthen state sovereignty.

The Shiite leader expressed his categorical rejection of a return to political power-sharing, stressing his rejection of the “perfumer’s mix,” and calling for a move away from ministerial formations based on power-sharing, and the exclusion of any party that has an armed wing from the cabinet.

He also called for the formation of a government that meets the demands of the Iraqi people, free from partisan pressures.

Al-Sadr set a maximum time limit of three months for the immediate start of suppressing corruption and holding accountable those involved in major cases, most notably what he described as the “deal of the century”.

In his statement, Al-Sadr emphasized the “neither Eastern nor Western” approach, working tirelessly for the true independence of Iraq from all foreign interference.

Strengthening foreign relations within frameworks that preserve Iraq’s prestige, while opening up to the Arab, Islamic and international environment, provided that there is no interference in internal affairs.

To ensure that no one is involved in power-sharing, al-Sadr said, “We do not accept the presence of any individual from the Shiite national movement in the cabinet… and none of their ministers represent us.”

Al-Sadr concluded his statement by emphasizing that the goal of these steps is to elevate Iraq and its people, who have long suffered from the ravages of war, placing the ball in the court of the person tasked with forming the government and other political forces.

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EXPERT WARNS IRAQ IS BECOMING AN “ACCOMPLICE STATE” IN IRANIAN OIL SMUGGLING – URGENT

Economic expert Ziad al-Hashemi warned on Friday (May 8, 2026) of the dangers of Iraq becoming a “complicit state” in Iranian oil smuggling operations, indicating that the continuation of this involvement will put the official Iraqi regime under severe international and financial pressure.

Al-Hashemi stated in a post on his Facebook page, which was followed by “Baghdad Today”, that “the US Treasury’s punishment of the Iraqi Deputy Oil Minister on charges of facilitating the forgery of official documents to change the identity of Iranian oil to Iraqi and smuggle it through the (shadow fleet), is not the first event of its kind, pointing to previous pressures exerted by Washington on the SOMO company to replace managers who were involved in issuing Iraqi certificates of origin and documents used for the same purpose.

He explained that the results of this official involvement with smuggling networks will be “very bad” at the level of the regime and the economy, as international accusations confirm the infiltration of the Iraqi government and the use of state resources to circumvent international sanctions, noting that legitimate Iraqi oil has become “suspicious” in global markets, giving Western frigates a justification to stop ships and check their papers, which causes disruption and an increase in transportation costs.

The economist added that international buyers may demand higher price discounts or complex legal guarantees if they doubt the accuracy of the documents or the possibility of shipments being mixed up, stressing that sanctions may expand to include transport companies, brokers, ship owners, banks, and even other government entities if an institutional pattern of collusion is proven.

Al-Hashemi pointed out that Iraq may face greater financial and banking restrictions, through the tightening of international banks and insurance companies in dealing with Iraqi oil deals and the increase in the cost of marine insurance, indicating that the Ministry of Oil and the SOMO company will be among the most affected, given that their work depends on reputation and reliability as an official source of crude oil.

Al-Hashemi concluded by saying that the Ministry of Oil’s denial alone is not enough, but rather requires an independent audit of the shipments’ route and the chains of intermediaries, and the exposure of those involved, warning of a strategic danger that threatens the reputation of Iraqi oil, the country’s relationship with the global financial system, and the state’s ability to prove its authority over the energy sector away from the influence of political networks.

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THE CENTRAL BANK CONTINUES TO STRENGTHEN THE STABILITY OF THE DINAR AND THE SUSTAINABILITY OF THE CASH DOLLAR.

The Prime Minister’s financial advisor, Mazhar Muhammad Salih, confirmed on Friday that the stability of the exchange rate is part of the Central Bank’s monetary policy, noting that there are ongoing measures to enhance the stability of the dinar, control liquidity, and ensure the sustainability of cash dollar supplies .

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He added that “the Central Bank of Iraq adopts a fixed official exchange rate policy as a nominal anchor to achieve general price stability in the long term, maintain monetary balance, and reduce inflationary expectations .”

He pointed out that “despite the independence of monetary policy, the management of the exchange rate is not done in isolation from coordination with the executive authority under the constitution, especially coordination with public finance in implementing fiscal policy, as the official rate is, in part, a contractual rate between monetary and fiscal policies .”

He pointed out that “the Central Bank informed the Ministry of Finance, late last year, that the exchange rate adopted for the purposes of preparing the draft federal budget law for 2026 would be around (1300) dinars per dollar, which reflects the continued adherence to the fixed official rate adopted since February 2023 until today, and is an important indicator of stability for the market and its expectations .”

Regarding the parallel exchange market, Saleh explained that “adopting financing foreign trade through official channels and at a fixed exchange rate has contributed to achieving important results in reducing the impact of black market fluctuations on price stability, most notably that the official market contributes to absorbing more than 90% of the real demand for the dollar, reducing demand in the parallel market to marginal limits, enhancing monetary balance, and improving control over liquidity levels by controlling their levels .”

He stressed that “stabilizing the parallel market is not achieved only through increasing the injection of cash dollars for travelers and others, which represents a percentage between 5% and 10% of the total demand for foreign currency, but rather through an integrated package of continuous measures, including effective management of cash liquidity through intervention in the exchange market, controlling and regulating official demand channels for foreign currency, enhancing confidence in institutions and monetary policies, as well as developing the internal commercial and financial infrastructure .”

He pointed out that “the sustainability of supplying cash dollars remains a key factor in stabilizing the parallel market and the noise that accompanies it, in accordance with well-thought-out supply plans that meet the needs of the local market, while adhering to national and international institutional compliance standards related to the use of foreign currency, and combating money laundering and the financing of illegal activities .

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THE CENTRAL BANK OF IRAQ: WE ARE PROCEEDING WITH REFORMING THE BANKING SECTOR AND CALL FOR RELIANCE ON OFFICIAL SOURCES.

The Central Bank of Iraq affirmed its continued implementation of the banking sector reform program, as part of its strategic vision to strengthen the financial system and enhance the efficiency of banking institutions in accordance with best practices and international standards.

In an official statement, the bank explained that Iraqi banks are continuing to work towards fulfilling the requirements of the second phase of the reform program, which focuses on raising compliance and governance levels, enhancing transparency, and improving institutional performance. This contributes to supporting financial stability and strengthening confidence in the banking sector.

The Central Bank also noted its ongoing efforts to support banks whose access to external transfer channels has been restricted, enabling them to meet the approved regulatory requirements and standards.

It stated that the bank is currently in the process of contracting with an independent and specialized auditing firm to conduct the final evaluation of banks that have met the criteria of the first phase of the reform program. This evaluation will ensure their compliance with external transfer requirements and relevant international standards.

The statement added that these measures aim to allow compliant banks to regain access to foreign currency transfer channels, including the euro, the UAE dirham, the Chinese yuan, and other approved international currencies.

The Central Bank of Iraq affirmed that these steps are part of a comprehensive reform program aimed at strengthening the soundness of the banking sector and consolidating confidence in it, thereby serving the interests of the national economy and supporting the integration of the Iraqi banking sector into the global financial system.

Regarding information circulating in the media and on social media platforms, the Central Bank of Iraq stressed the necessity of relying exclusively on official Central Bank of Iraq channels for news and information related to the banking reform program, namely its official website and verified social media accounts, while avoiding reliance on unofficial or unreliable sources.

The Central Bank of Iraq reiterated its commitment to continuing the implementation of the banking reform program with full transparency, in order to achieve its aspirations for developing the banking sector and enhancing its presence and integration into the global financial system.

Central Bank of Iraq –
Media Office

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TRUMP: WHAT HAPPENED IN IRAQ IS “VERY GOOD” AND I’M HAPPY WITH THE PRIME MINISTER-DESIGNATE.

US President Donald Trump said on Saturday that recent developments in Iraq were “very good,” expressing his satisfaction with the selection of the Iraqi prime minister-designate, in a further sign of Washington’s support for the new Iraqi leadership.

Trump said in a press statement followed by “Iraq Observer”, “What happened in Iraq is very good and I am happy with the prime minister-designate”, adding: “We are supposed to receive a response from Iran tonight.”

Trump had invited Iraqi Prime Minister-designate al-Zaidi to visit Washington following the formation of the new government, stressing the US administration’s desire to strengthen bilateral relations and security and economic cooperation between the two countries.

The US president also stressed his country’s support for the formation of an Iraqi government capable of building a better future for Iraq, free from terrorism.

Al-Zaidi is the first independent Iraqi prime minister from outside the ruling political class since 2003.

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DISARMING FACTIONS AMID ESCALATING US PRESSURE.

The Asharq Al-Awsat newspaper, quoting Iraqi political sources, revealed the formation of a high-level Iraqi committee tasked with preparing an executive project for disarming armed factions, in preparation for presenting it to American officials in the coming days, amid escalating American pressure on Baghdad regarding the issue of weapons and Iranian influence within Iraq.

According to the sources, the committee held unannounced meetings during the past period with leaders of armed factions to discuss mechanisms for disarmament and reintegration of some elements into the civilian and security state institutions, but some of those meetings witnessed tension and objections from parties that refuse to give up their weapons.

The information indicated that the committee is operating under a mandate from forces within the coordination framework, at a time when political warnings are increasing that the anticipated government headed by Prime Minister-designate Ali Faleh Kazem al-Zaidi may face major challenges in implementing reforms related to the issue of weapons and financial resources, which Washington accuses some Iraqi parties of smuggling to Iran.

According to the report, the US administration has shown support for al-Zaidi since his appointment, but it links the continuation of this support to making tangible changes related to reducing the influence of armed factions within Iraqi state institutions.

The newspaper also quoted officials and political sources as saying that the proposed project includes the disarmament of heavy and medium weapons and the restructuring of some formations of the Popular Mobilization Forces, amid doubts about the ability of the next government to actually implement these steps, with the likelihood that some of the current moves are an attempt to absorb American pressure and buy time.

In contrast, sources representing a number of armed factions confirmed their refusal to hand over weapons, believing that American pressure would not push them to back down from their positions or change the existing power equations.

In parallel, an informed source revealed an agreement between forces within the coordination framework and the prime minister-designate to form a special committee to restrict weapons to the state, which includes, in addition to al-Zaydi, Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, and the head of the Badr Organization, Hadi al-Amiri.

The source explained that the committee will develop practical mechanisms to regulate the weapons file and reintegrate some elements of the factions into civilian or security institutions, in line with the requirements of the current stage and the political and security challenges facing the country.

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WALL STREET: QAANI MANEUVERS TO KEEP FACTIONS ALIVE AND AVOID DISARMING THEM

Washington is pressuring al-Zaidi amid anticipation of the confidence vote session.

Wall Street: Qaani maneuvers to keep factions alive and avoid disarming them

The commander of Iran’s Quds Force, Esmail Qaani, urged Iraqi officials he met during his visit to Baghdad to avoid excluding militia leaders from the government or attempting to disarm them. According to information reported by the Wall Street Journal, which covered the issue of al-Zaidi’s nomination, the prime minister-designate has the support of President Donald Trump, who invited him to Washington.

The newspaper confirmed that the United States strongly supports him, adding that this support from the White House is conditional on excluding armed factions from the next Iraqi government and limiting Tehran’s influence in Baghdad.

Citing current and former US officials, the newspaper indicated that al-Zaidi had previously faced similar US pressure, as he owns a bank that the Treasury Department banned from dollar transactions in 2024 due to suspected dealings with a militia leader. The newspaper added that al-Zaidi is considered a compromise choice after Trump threatened to cut off US aid to Iraq when former Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki was nominated following months of political negotiations.

The newspaper also quoted Iraqi officials as saying that the United States and Iran had inquired about the nomination before it was announced. They indicated that al-Zaidi had received phone calls from Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian. They added that Esmail Qaani, during a visit to Baghdad the day before yesterday, urged Iraqi officials not to exclude militia leaders from the government or attempt to disarm these groups.

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THE “FRAMEWORK” WAS SURPRISED BY THE EXTENT OF AMERICAN SUPPORT… DID IT GET INVOLVED IN NOMINATING AL-ZAIDI?

The general rushes to Baghdad to salvage the “quiet infiltration”.

The “quiet arrangements” for forming the new government have, over the past two weeks, devolved into something resembling “open chaos,” according to a well-informed Shiite political source. This sudden shift brought the Iranian general back to Baghdad and disrupted understandings that, until recently, seemed almost finalized.
This confusion coincides with the stalled attempts at rapprochement between Tehran and Washington and the rising likelihood of a return to brinkmanship. Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zaidi was preparing to present his cabinet this week, before these new developments pushed for a possible postponement until the end of May or the beginning of June.

Al-Zaidi now finds himself in a highly complex situation, caught between American pressure to remove the factions from key state institutions and escalating Iranian pressure exerted through armed groups that reject any talk of dismantling their influence or disarming.

Why did the general return?
In less than a month, Ismail Qaani, commander of the Quds Force in the Iranian Revolutionary Guard, returned to Baghdad, amid indications that the previously “quiet” understandings within the “coordination framework” have faltered.
A Shiite politician close to the negotiations says, “Things have descended into chaos,” attributing this to “the tug-of-war between Tehran and Washington.”
Speaking to Al-Mada on condition of anonymity, he adds, “There have been inexplicable changes in the Iranian position regarding the government formation arrangements, and at a surprising time.”

He continues, “Iran was apparently satisfied with the formula upon which the groundwork for the new government was laid, but now it has returned to objecting, without any clear reasons.”

Qani’s visits to Iraq are usually kept secret for security reasons, especially after the recent war. News of the visit typically circulates after he has left the country, and announcements are often made at the weekend.

The Shiite politician believes that Washington exerted “unusual pressure” regarding the participation of Iran’s allies in the new government, causing confusion within the “coordination framework,” especially after the extent of support al-Zaidi enjoys from the United States and other countries became clear.

According to available information, Washington considered several alternative names to al-Sudani but found insufficient indications that these figures were capable of containing Iran’s influence or controlling the armed factions.
At the height of that crisis, Tehran had pushed through what became known as the “quiet infiltration” plan, aimed at repositioning the factions within state institutions through unknown figures, while superficially disarming them.

“Trump is lying!”
Walid al-Hayali, a leader in the Badr Organization headed by Hadi al-Amiri, says, “Talk of Trump supporting Ali al-Zaidi is untrue, and there is no real evidence of it.”
He adds, in a statement to Al-Mada, “Trump views Iraq through the lens of its wealth and economy, and perhaps he saw in al-Zaidi a suitable financial figure, so he tried to ride the wave and suggest that he was behind his nomination, but this is inaccurate.”
However, he points to the existence of “a team working behind the scenes” that helped al-Zaidi build relationships with Washington and other countries.

Trump had said last Saturday evening that what had happened in Iraq recently was “satisfactory,” emphasizing that he was “happy with the selection of the prime minister-designate.”

(Mnt Goat: Trump also said support is conditional upon disarming the militias)

Nevertheless, there are still no clear indications that al-Zaidi intends to confront the armed factions, as he did not meet with some of these groups during the recent rounds of negotiations, even though they were among the forces that supported his nomination within the “coordination framework.” Meanwhile
, leaks are increasing regarding the existence of a tripartite committee concerned with the disarmament of the factions, comprising Mohammed al-Sudani, Hadi al-Amiri, and al-Zaidi.

Muqtada al-Sadr further complicated the situation by calling for the transformation of the armed factions into “soldiers of religious rites” – in his statement last Friday – under the authority of the Hajj and Umrah Commission, or their conversion into humanitarian relief organizations. He declared that anyone who rejects this would be “outlaws.”

The factions’ silence regarding Trump’s statements and his call to al-Zaidi, as well as his support for forming a “terrorism-free” government—a move understood by the US as targeting armed groups—was striking. This was seen as part of a strategy of “quiet infiltration.”

WHAT WILL BECOME OF THE GOVERNMENT?
Even before news leaked of Qani’s return to Baghdad, the chances of passing the cabinet this week seemed high, but recent developments have overturned those expectations.
Political analyst Wael al-Rikabi, close to Maliki’s team, says that “the pressure from the parties to divide the ministries, along with American pressure to exclude the factions, may lead to postponing the vote on the government until after the Eid holiday,” meaning until the end of May or the beginning of June.
Behind the scenes of the negotiations, a fierce Shiite struggle is unfolding over the Ministry of Oil, which, according to the norms within the “coordination framework,” is supposed to go to the largest bloc, i.e., to Sudani’s share.

However, according to political sources, Nouri al-Maliki is still clinging to the ministry and refusing to relinquish it at the last minute, despite the blow dealt to his candidate for the position, Ali Ma’araj al-Bahadli, the deputy oil minister.
Last Thursday, the US Treasury Department imposed sanctions on al-Bahadli, along with two Iraqi factions, on charges of supporting Iran.

Last year, Al-Mada newspaper, citing informed sources, revealed that parties close to Iran had obstructed agreements to resume oil exports through the Turkish port of Ceyhan, which later led to a severe crisis after the closure of the Strait of Hormuz during the 40-day war.

Walid al-Hayali believes that al-Zaydi must open the corruption files of the past three years, address the oil export crises, and prevent a repeat of the Hormuz crisis.
He asserts that the “coordination framework” was not involved in al-Zaydi’s selection, just as it “was not involved previously in Mustafa al-Kadhimi’s,” adding that the framework “later regretted al-Kadhimi’s removal from power.”
Al-Hayali holds the Sudanese responsible for stirring up several political crises, especially after he began forming a large political alliance that participated in the elections in violation of the conditions of the Shiite alliance.

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WASHINGTON IMPOSES ITS CONDITIONS ON THE NEW GOVERNMENT AND USURPS IRAQI DECISION-MAKING POWER.

(Mnt Goat: That’s fine but you also must include Iran in the equation too in that they interfere a hell of a lot more than the US. If you want one to get out, you must also have the other do the same. That is true sovereignty not just political rhetoric by Iran against the US wanting Iraq to be free.)

He added that among the conditions were also “restricting weapons to the state, moving towards digitizing a large part of the Iraqi dinar, stopping government appointments from special grades to other jobs, as well as choosing a Kurdish foreign minister close to the American administration, expanding relations with Syria in various fields, and supporting the Basra-Aqaba pipeline and the international development road.”

In the same context, Dr. Abbas Al-Jubouri, director of the Rafed Center for Strategic Studies, considered these conditions to be a clear interference in Iraqi affairs, saying that “the United States has reached the stage of directly influencing the formation of the Iraqi government, the distribution of positions, and even the nature of the political decision.”

Al-Jubouri explained that “American intervention infringes on Iraqi sovereignty, especially with its control over the airspace and some decision-making processes, in addition to its financial influence through the Federal Reserve.”

He added that “the condition of appointing a Kurdish foreign minister close to the American administration represents interference in the distribution of internal positions, and confirms the existence of a clear American project in Iraq,” calling for the need to preserve the independence of national decision-making.

Al-Jubouri stressed that “Iraq needs a sovereign and independent decision, free from external pressures, and that the current stage requires a national stance that strengthens the independence of the political decision.”

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AL-SHAMMARI: ATTEMPTS TO BRING BACK CERTAIN FIGURES WILL NOT SUCCEED, AND THE CURRENT STAGE REQUIRES NEW FACES.

MP Mohammed Al-Shammari affirmed on Tuesday that any attempts to rearrange the political landscape in order to impose certain figures back on the forefront will not succeed, pointing to the need to move beyond the names that consumed the previous phase and caused a decline in public trust.

It is worth noting that the political arena is witnessing intense activity by some dismissed and former leaders attempting to regain their influence through political pressure or coalition maneuvering. This is being met with rejection from political and parliamentary forces that insist on changing the approach of unilateral leadership.

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IRANIAN FOREIGN MINISTRY: WE POSSESS A TREMENDOUS CAPACITY FOR MILITARY SURPRISE AND WILL NOT SURRENDER TO AMERICAN DEMANDS.

The Iranian Foreign Ministry confirmed on Wednesday that Iran possesses a tremendous capacity for surprise in the military field, stressing that Tehran will not surrender to the extreme and unfair American demands.

Foreign Ministry spokesman Ismail Baghaei said in a press statement that “the blockade is an act of war,” noting that “Iran has exercised maximum restraint so far” in the face of the pressures it is under. He added that “Iran and the Sultanate of Oman are the guarantors of safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz,” explaining that “Iran’s actions in the Strait of Hormuz are not merely (pressure cards) for bargaining.”

The Foreign Ministry spokesman stated that “Iran’s focus at this stage of the negotiations is on ending the war,” while warning that “anyone who dares to set foot on Iranian soil will deeply regret it.”

(Mnt Goat: Again, this news only shows the Iranian arrogance and stubbornness. These terrorists just don’t want to let go. The only way is with force. What do the prophets tell us will ultimately happen?)

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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Mnt Goat

May 7, 2026 Edition Latest Mnt Goat Newsletter

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The RV saga continues with the election cycle. The U.S. ramps up pressure to dissolve the Iranian backed factions residing in Iraq. The new designate prime minister is asked to separate the factions from the government and cut off all funding to them. Let’s wait and see how all this turns out.

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STATUS OF THE RV

So, the election saga continues. Yes, it is not over until the proverbial fat lady sings…lol… lol… Let’s all find out why I am saying this today.

I want to remind everyone once again that this item of the armed factions in Iraq is on the list of the top five issues that Iraq must deal with prior to the reinstatement and permission from the US to do it. It is not going to just go away. Iraq will have to find a way to deal with these factions in this new government or the U.S. will not support it. What does non-support look like?

It might even mean much more severe sanctions for Iraq than already just witnessed as the U.S. cut off the monthly aid to Iraq in their dollars. It has since resumed but it can be cut off again and this time dollars not just from monthly aid package but from their DFI funds in NYC to pay their bills. These types of sanctions could be disastrous. If the Iraq politicians take a hard look at what happened in Venezuela, sanctions in Cuba and in dealing with Iran, they would take notice of Trump’s threats and that they are real. What is it with these Arab people don’t understand. Why are they so slow blind to understanding who really is in control? If they really want control they will have to learn to be responsible countries in the world and stop this terrorism stuff. If the U.S. does not police this global violence who will? We certainly don’t see any other country stepping up to the challenge. Heck, they won’t even support the US in its efforts with Iran.

MEMORIES ARE NOT SO SHORT:

The U.S. does not forget the oil embargo in the 1970’s and so this invasion of 2003 (as well this recent Iranian conflict) is all about control, control and control. Trying to make peace but not through passivity. Get it? The U.S. does not forget and will never go back to this nonsense of an oil embargo on the U.S. They want an embargo and so the U.S. is giving them one, but this time the tables are turned. The U.S. is too great of a military power to allow some Arab countries to boss it around. We are now still seeing the repercussions of this 70’s oil embargo and let’s not forget about the Iranian hostage situation either.

I want everyone to remember what I am going to tell you today and please keep it in your mind when you go off half-cocked thinking there is going to be an RV this weekend or before this issue is settled.

NBC News recently quoted a State Department official as saying that there is currently a “blurred” line between Iraqi state” and the armed factions,” he urged Iraqi government, the new one that is expected to form prime minister the assigned Ali Al-Zaidi”, to sever its ties” with those groups.”

Now here is the important part -à The official called on the government of Iraq “the next step is to issue a clear statement stating that the militias are not part of it,” stressing that American facilities in Iraq were subjected to more than 600 attacks during the military conflict that the region witnessed from the end of February until the ceasefire came into effect on April 8.

Okay so here it is again, the U.S. is being VERY straight forward once again to Iraq about these factions. It should be obvious to everyone that with these attacks on the US facilities is why President Trump has laid down the RED line.

If we read many of the recent articles on this subject matter we also see the same theme. Do you really believe the U.S. under Trump secretary Bessent of the Treasury Department is going to sign off on a reinstatement of the dinar under these current conditions? Here three other articles and so this is a HOT topic in the news in Iraq. They are titled:

😊 “REPOSITIONING OF FACTIONS IN IRAQ… HANDING OVER WEAPONS IS THE GATEWAY TO PARTICIPATION IN AL-ZAYDI’S GOVERNMENT”

Iraq is witnessing a significant political and security development: several armed factions have announced their intention to hand over their weapons to the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) in the near future. This move is interpreted as a political repositioning in preparation for participation in the anticipated Iraqi government headed by Ali al-Zaidi .

The sources added that “this move coincides with escalating international pressure, led by the United States , which has intensified its messages to Iraqi political leaders in recent weeks, warning against the inclusion of any armed faction in the upcoming government.”

It indicates that “ Washington informed the Iraqi leadership, as well as the prime minister-designate, that the participation of any armed faction in the government would negatively affect bilateral relations, with the possibility of taking political, economic and security measures, especially in the areas of financial and security cooperation.”

😊 “MP: AMERICANS HAVE BEGUN SCRUTINIZING THE NAMES OF AL-ZAYDI’S CABINET MINISTERS, AND TRUMP MAY CHANGE HIS STANCE.”

MP Zahraa Luqman, from the Badr Organization, expressed her concerns about the change in US President Donald Trump’s stance towards Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zaidi, stressing that the US administration has already begun scrutinizing the names of candidates for the upcoming cabinet.

She added that there is “accurate information” indicating that the American side has actually begun reviewing the names of the proposed ministers, through a figure who presents the names to the Americans to obtain their approval, as she put it.

😊 “EXPERTS: “SECURITY GUARANTEES” ARE A PREREQUISITE FOR THE RETURN OF INTERNATIONAL COMPANIES AND MISSIONS TO IRAQ”

This article could not articulate any better why Trump wants these militia and factions out of Iraq. Do you see it now? Do you see why this issue of the PMF is of high priority and on the CBI list of the top five issue prior to any Reinstatement? Trump has a plan for Iraq and he cannot attract and/or convince investors to come into Iraq if these factions continue in Iraq. Can you blame them?

I quote from the article: “Efforts to restore international activity in Iraq face significant challenges, with experts and specialists linking the return of foreign companies to certain conditions. Diplomatic missions should obtain tangible security guarantees.

These demands come in the wake of a wave of withdrawals following attacks by armed groups on the headquarters of those missions and companies. During a period of escalation that lasted forty days. Experts confirm that the departure of these companies caused serious damage to Iraq’s national income and foreign relations. It is worth noting that the crisis worsened after embassies and diplomatic centers were subjected to daily attacks by missiles and drones.

😊 “US SANCTIONS IRAQI DEPUTY OIL MINISTER FOR ALLEGEDLY DIVERTING FUNDS TO IRANIAN PROXIES”

RBIL, Kurdistan Region of Iraq – The US on Thursday announced new sanctions targeting Iraqi individuals and businesses allegedly exploiting the country’s oil sector to support Iran and its proxies, including the country’s deputy oil minister Ali Maarij al-Bahadly.

The sanctions target Bahadly for being “instrumental in facilitating the diversion of Iraqi oil products” to benefit Iran-affiliated oil smuggler Salim Ahmed Said and the Iran-aligned militia Asa’ib Ahl al-Haq (AAH), the Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) said in a statement.

Remember that the OFAC sanctions are still in affect on Iraq as foreign entities can still not trade the Iraqi dinar on the currency exchanges. Can you see why these are still in affect?

Would you want to invest your billions of $$$ in Iraq under these conditions?

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WHAT ELSE IS IN THE NEWS?

😊 As the election saga continues, meanwhile the hands of reform progress continue in the Iraqi banking sector with the Unified Treasury concept being implemented in Iraq. See article titled “THE UNIFIED TREASURY RECOVERS TRILLIONS OF DINARS AND CLOSES THOUSANDS OF BANK ACCOUNTS.”

You might as what is the Unified Treasury concept as it appears this term has not been used much before in the news. So I thought I would explain it to everyone so when we hear it again we are aware of this effort. I will tell you that this effort is in line with the recommendations from the various international auditing groups that have come into Iraq to help them on the banking reforms. They are preparing Iraq for international banking.

The ‘Unified Treasury’ in Iraq refers to a centralized financial management system aimed at improving oversight and efficiency in public fund management.

The Accounting Department of the Ministry of Finance is responsible for implementing Iraq’s federal general budget and managing state financial resources. The unified treasury account system has been introduced to centralize public fund management, allowing for better monitoring of fund movements and reducing inactive balances. Recent reforms have focused on consolidating financial data and enhancing the electronic payment system, which is part of the unified treasury initiative.

😊 I know, I know Iraq needs to expand its economy beyond the ‘rentier’ economy of solely based on oil revenues. But this does not mean they stop expanding their oil production either. The more oil the more revenues still. Think of it this way… just as an example, if the US generated a large chunk of its GDP from the auto industry and sold cars to the world, why would it devalue the dollar just because it was generating huge sums from one industry. Folks this is exactly what they have done to Iraq and have done it intentionally to control Iraq. Just substitute auto industry for oil industry. Get it? There is no other reason. Oh sure… we can justify the large three zero notes to prevent a crash of their economy due to war and hyperinflation. But folks, the war has been over for twenty-three (23) years already. Iraq has been fully out of Chapter VII sanctions already for four years (4) and inflation is very low in Iraq. The fact now is that by preventing the trading of the dinar from OFAC sanctions still they are preventing the kind of growth necessary for Iraq to really take off. But why are they still holding back the dinar?

I think that if each and everyone of my readers of the blog really sit down and think about what is happening in Iran and with these proxy factions in Iraq we can clearly see that holding back the dinar at this point in time could actually be a very good thing for Iraq. So it is all about Iran and terrorism isn’t it! So, it is not really about getting off the ‘rentier’ economy although this would be a VERY GOOD thing for Iraq to avoid crises. But Iraq is seemingly surviving this Iranian crisis very well. Why? A large part is because the US forced Iraq to get off these dependencies on Iran such as for electricity and natural gas. Iraq is now also moving towards exiting OPEC to which Saddam Hussien was the original founder of OPEC and so go figure.

😊 In an article today titled “OIL DISCOVERED IN IRAQ WITH HUGE RESERVES NEAR THE SAUDI BORDER” we learn of yet another oil reserve discovery….holly molly! 😊 An oil discovery has been announced in Iraq with reserves approaching 9 billion barrels, according to details obtained by the specialized energy platform, issued from Washington. Folks, that’s billion not million. The US consumes about 8.5 billion barrels a year. So this could power the entire U.S. economy for a year.

The announcement of the oil discovery within the “ Qarnayn ” area came during Oil Minister Hayyan Abdul Ghani’s reception on Wednesday, May 6, of a delegation from the Chinese company Zhenhua, in a move that supports Baghdad’s strategy to raise its production capacity to 6 million barrels per day by 2029.

Just remember my analogy with the auto industry to the oil industry. Why would you penalize Iraq for generating all this wealth from oil by telling them they needed to ‘diversify’ their economy first before trading their currency again? It simply does not make any sense and so our common sense should tell us it’s not all about the economy but instead all about Iran and terrorism.

Also remember that way back in 2012-2013 Dr Shabibi already obtained sign offs from all required countries and the IMF to move ahead with the reinstatement as this was before this Iranian stuff got out of hand. But this was also the beginning of the obvious outright push of the Iranian stronghold on Iraq as it was the Iranian-backed prime minister Nouri al-Maliki who stopped the RV/Reinstatement back then, remember? This was the beginning of the end. So why in hell would any insane person want Maliki back in as prime minister? They wanted him back in because they are desperate. Who is “they”. They are the Iranian backed politicians, this group that calls themselves the Coordination Framework, the so-called majority block, which is a joke in itself. Folks, this all must change for the next election and they have less than four years to do it. Will we have to wait four years then for the RV?

Waiting four more years all depends on what the new U.S. president Trump can do to create peace in the middle east. To create peace he will have to deal with these terrorist organizations somehow. To deal with them means cutting off access to $$$. To me it also means working with Russia, China, Britian and the US arms industries to stop all arms deals to these countries. Yes, these developed countries must now unite together to fight terrorism as its roots. Terrorists organizations can’t fight unless they have weapons and ammo for them. They depend upon the greed of these politicians to supply them with their bombs and weapons of destruction. So, if the real effort is actually to make the world a better world terrorist free we must look into our own countries and see how we are actually supporting it.

The U.S. too is very guilty of supporting these terrorist organizations. Surprise, surprise! If you have been following the current news channels you have heard about all this corruption of stealing billions from the American tax payers. Why would anyone want too stop this effort i.e. democrats? Most of this money is ending up in the hands of terrorists organizations. Could this also be why president Trump is cleaning up all this waste and abuse of funding? Maybe he didn’t know it at first and is just as surprised as most Americans where in finding out where all this money was going. All you need to do is look at just one case of fraud into the U.S. AID packages and where this money was going. It was a ponzi scheme in that good hearted Americans thought they were helping the rest of the world and weren’t. If you read about these programs being funded you quickly see they are just fictitious reasons to get the money out of the US Treasury to them. Get it? The programs are so liberal and obnoxious that they make you puke. There has been absolutely no auditing done to ensure this funding actually ever even goes towards any of these programs, no matter how good or ill-intended they are. It all eventually gets funneled off to terrorists organizations, while the middle man makes millions in helping it all work.

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Let’s keep our prayers alive. There is a deep spiritual dimension at work today bringing about this reset. I believe we are closer than ever for the dinar to get reinstated. But first things first. By now everyone should be fully aware of these events that caused delays in the currency reform process. This is not rocket science to understand.

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!

Prophetic Words from the prophets: Julie Green

“A Great Shaking Is Coming To The Party Of The Red”

Go to the 16:54 mark in video for the prophecy. From April 25^th.

“Long Awaited Arrests Are Coming “

Go to the 14:27 mark to watch the prophecy. From May 1^st.

China’s control in the U.S. will be destroyed
The IRS will be exposed for what it really is.
Someone in the Senate is about to be arrested for a ‘shocking’ reason.
Elizabeth Warren will be removed from the Senate. Her days of cheating the American people are over.
Nothing the deep state will do will stop the arrests that are coming.
Crooked judges both Federal and Civil will be removed from their benches.
A U.S. Supreme Court judge will suddenly resign.

Fr. DON BOSCO EXPOSED THE DARK SECRET BEHIND ISLAM

TIME FOR THIS TO BE UNLEASHED ON IRAN, ENOUGH IS ENOUGH

COULD REP. JAYAPAL GUILTY OF TREASON?

EXPLOSIVE LEGAL CONCERNS OVER DEM’S REMARKS ON CUBA BLOCKADE

US PUSHES AGGRESSIVE PLAN TO DOMINATE A NEW GLOBAL FINANCIAL SYSTEM

Here we go again….

DEEPER CASE UNFOLDING AGAINST COMEY

Much more than sea shells at the sea shore…. Is this now a case of TREASON for the former FBI director? Remember he was the FBI director who gave Hillary Clinton a pass on her corruption.

Go to the 3:03 minute mark on the video.

Here we go again….

“This story is breaking WIDE open:

OBAMA ORDERED OTHERS TO MANIPULATE INTELLIGENCE FOR POLITICAL GAIN”

Yes, the story broke wide open but…. Nothing happened? They can try to impeach Trump when he is out of office but they can’t touch Obama when he is out of office?

Remember that this was from a news broadcast from 9 months ago. What charges have yet to come from this? Has anybody, including Obama gone to jail over this? Is this also a conspiracy in itself not to take the evidence and let the hands of justice prevail? Who is holding this back? And NO Obama has not yet been arrested. That is all just click bait on the internet.

Here we go again….

“This story is breaking WIDE open: (this was 8 years ago)

ADAM SCHIFF PROPAGATES FALSE ALLEGATIONS OF RUSSIAN COLLUSION”

Then let’s move on to Adam (pencil neck) Schiff urged to ‘resign immediately’ after bombshell allegations REVEALED. But did he? Again this was 8 months ago. Has he been convicted of his crimes?

What will it take to finally bring these people to justice and hold them accountable?

Schiff repeatedly told the American public there was strong evidence of Russian Collusion by Trump. To this day there is no such evidence nor has he shown any,, but he kept telling us all it was coming. Really? In fact, the evidence since shows just the opposite as it was the democrats under Obama that made up all of these allegations.

Americans want justice and for them to stop covering for each other when they commit a crime.

Here we go again….

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

Here we go again….

TOP GOP MEMBER CALLS FOR FED INVESTIGATION INTO OMAR

Rep. Ilhan Omar did not meet deadline of May 6^th in Minnesota fraud probe. Ilhan Omar refusing to turn over documents related to the Feeding Our Future Minnesota fraud within the Somali community. Will the US House or DOJ subpoena her next to answer to allegations of corruption?

Seems we be going to add Ihan Omar to our list of corrupt politicians who get away with no accountability for their actions? Who’s is going to be protected next?

ARE YOU SICK AND TIRED OF ALL THE CORRUPTION YET?

BUT WAIT THERE IS MUCH MORE TO COME……

WHO THE HELL IS ILHAN OMAR ANYHOW?

I mean let’s dig deep before she came to the U.S.

ILHAN OMAR’S RISE, MARRIAGES AND THE MILLIONS NO ONE CAN EXPLAIN

WHAT HAPPENS IF ILHAN OMAR GETS CAUGHT?

ILHAN OMAR’S IDENTITY… SOMETHING DOESN’T ADD UP

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

WASHINGTON SENDS A NEW MESSAGE TO THE NEXT IRAQI GOVERNMENT

The US government sent a new message today, Friday, to Iraqi government, the next one, while reiterating its rejection of the involvement of armed factions in the next Iraqi government.

NBC News quoted a State Department official as saying that there is currently a “blurred” line between Iraqi state” and the armed factions,” he urged Iraqi government, the new one that is expected to form prime minister the assigned Ali Al-Zaidi” to sever its ties” with those groups.”

The official called on the government of Iraq to take the next step is to issue a clear statement stating that the militias are not part of it,” stressing that “American facilities in Iraq were subjected to more than 600 attacks during the military conflict that the region witnessed from the end of February until the ceasefire came into effect on April 8.”

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REPOSITIONING OF FACTIONS IN IRAQ… HANDING OVER WEAPONS IS THE GATEWAY TO PARTICIPATION IN AL-ZAYDI’S GOVERNMENT

Iraq is witnessing a significant political and security development: several armed factions have announced their intention to hand over their weapons to the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) in the near future. This move is interpreted as a political repositioning in preparation for participation in the anticipated Iraqi government headed by Ali al-Zaidi .

Informed Iraqi sources confirmed to Al-Nahar that “the factions’ move, spearheaded by Asa’ib Ahl al-Haq led by Qais al-Khazali, Kata’ib al-Imam Ali led by Shibl al-Zaidi, and Ansar Allah al-Awfiya led by Haider al-Gharazi, comes within the framework of their efforts to solidify their presence in the political arena and prepare themselves for joining the new government.”

The sources added that “this move coincides with escalating international pressure, led by the United States , which has intensified its messages to Iraqi political leaders in recent weeks, warning against the inclusion of any armed faction in the upcoming government.”

It indicates that “ Washington informed the Iraqi leadership, as well as the prime minister-designate, that the participation of any armed faction in the government would negatively affect bilateral relations, with the possibility of taking political, economic and security measures, especially in the areas of financial and security cooperation.”

Observers believe that the announcement by some factions of their readiness to hand over their weapons to the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) may be interpreted in Washington as a superficial step aimed at repositioning, not dismantling the military structure. These reorganizations may also be used as a means to absorb international pressure without fundamentally altering the nature of armed influence.

Strategic affairs expert Abbas al-Jubouri told Al-Nahar, “Handing over weapons to the PMF may not be seen internationally as a genuine step towards ending the presence of weapons outside the state’s control, but rather as a measure within the context of political and organizational repositioning.”

He added, “The American assessment depends on the extent of actual change in the factions’ military decision-making structure, not on political pronouncements. Any step that is not accompanied by a genuine dismantling of the armed structure and full integration into official institutions will be considered an attempt to absorb pressure.”

Testing the seriousness of integration and weapons control

Al-Jubouri warns that “reorganizing Iraqi factions under an official umbrella without changing the nature of the leadership or the sources of decision-making could entrench the duality of armed groups within the state, raising international concerns about security stability in Iraq.”

He points out that “continuing this approach could expose the next government to increasing political and economic pressures and could negatively impact the level of security cooperation and international support, thus necessitating the adoption of a clear path that ensures the state effectively monopolizes weapons.”

Conversely, analysts believe that the success of this path in modifying the international stance remains contingent on the transparency of its implementation and the extent of genuine integration within the security apparatus, free from the duality of decision-making and armed groups. Experts also emphasize that any real transformation requires broad internal consensus and direct dialogue with international parties, given the complexities of the Iraqi landscape and the intertwining of security and political issues.

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EXPERTS: “SECURITY GUARANTEES” ARE A PREREQUISITE FOR THE RETURN OF INTERNATIONAL COMPANIES AND MISSIONS TO IRAQ

(Mnt Goat: This article could not articulate any better why Trump wants these militia and factions out of Iraq. Do you see it now? Do you see why this issue of the PMF is of high priority and on the CBI list of the top five issue prior to any Reinstatement? )

Efforts to restore international activity in Iraq face significant challenges, with experts and specialists linking the return of foreign companies to certain conditions.

Diplomatic missions should obtain tangible security guarantees.

This necessitates opening direct government communication channels to provide the necessary assurances for her return. In the same vein, The responsibility lies with the government to rebuild investor confidence. It is worth noting that the crisis worsened after embassies and diplomatic centers were subjected to daily attacks by missiles and drones.

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THE DOLLAR EXCHANGE RATE AND THE COMPLEX EQUATION BETWEEN BUDGET SUPPORT AND RISING INFLATION

The dollar exchange rate represents a dual-impact economic tool, as it contributes to improving the trade balance by boosting exports, but at the same time it fuels inflation and raises the cost of imports, which puts decision-makers before a delicate equation between financial stability and social stability.

Economic expert Salah Nouri confirmed on Wednesday that governments resort to raising the exchange rate of the dollar against the local currency to cover the financial deficit, especially during times of chronic financial crises.

Nouri said that this step has both advantages and disadvantages, explaining that one of its most prominent advantages is providing liquidity to the government that contributes to bridging the deficit, as well as making local exports cheaper for importing countries, which enhances competitiveness and supports the trade balance.

He added that one of the most significant drawbacks is the high inflation rates and the increased prices of imported goods, which directly impacts the poor and low-income groups, especially in the absence of government measures to alleviate the burdens of inflation.

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THE UNIFIED TREASURY RECOVERS TRILLIONS OF DINARS AND CLOSES THOUSANDS OF BANK ACCOUNTS.

The unified treasury recovers trillions of dinars and makes tangible progress in controlling government accounts, as the Ministry of Finance announced the closure of 3,743 bank accounts and the recovery of billions of dinars from inactive accounts.

The Ministry of Finance announced on Wednesday that more than 3 trillion dinars and 333 million dollars have been returned to the public treasury account since the implementation of the unified treasury account.

A report from the Accounting Department at the Ministry of Finance stated that “the number of zero accounts that were closed in accordance with Cabinet decisions was (3743) bank accounts,” indicating that “the total amount recovered during the implementation of Decision No. (23581 of the year (2023) on inactive accounts that had been inactive for more than 5 years was 159 billion, 560 million, 226 thousand, 325 dinars, and in dollars 133 million, 866 thousand, 180 dollars.”

He added that “the amounts recovered from the dormant accounts of the public treasury amounted to 26 billion, 348 million, 90 thousand and 17 dinars, and in dollars 198 million, 304 thousand and 312 dollars,” noting that “the recommendations regarding the non-moving accounts belonging to the departments affiliated with the Ministry of Finance have been completed, as the total amount recovered for the public treasury amounted to (149220725960) dinars.”

The report explained that “the total amount recovered from the remaining balance of the unified treasury account for salaries for the year 2024, which is withdrawn monthly, amounted to large sums in dinars of 726990927864 dinars and in dollars of $458928, while other amounts were recorded relating to the remaining salaries for the year 2025 amounted to 299601275444 dinars and in dollars of $495790.”

Remaining operating expenses

He noted that “pending the end of the fiscal year on 12/31/2023, banks were instructed to withdraw the remaining operating expenses, and the total amounts withdrawn according to the unified treasury account amounted to large sums in dinars.”

The report indicated that “during the year 2025, banks began withdrawing amounts from the (old) operating expenses accounts into the unified treasury account, amounting to 293819265860 dinars.”

As part of organizing the work, after the end of the fiscal year on 12/31/2025, the cash liquidity for the operating accounts was withdrawn, while continuing to adopt the previous work mechanism to ensure the accuracy of matching between bank statements and central records.

The report confirmed that “the total amount recovered for the public treasury during the implementation of Resolution No. (24913) of 2024, related to central accounts that have not been active for more than five years, amounted to 34071023130 dinars and $9481.”

In a related context, the report explained “the implementation of the paragraph regarding the transfer of bank account balances for centrally funded entities that have not been held for five years, where an account was opened with the bank in the name of the Ministry of Finance/Accounting Department, and the necessary procedures were completed in coordination with the banks,” noting that “the number of accounts is 121 with an amount of 48958677591496 dinars and in dollars 1644977 dollars.”

Implementing the unified treasury system

She also noted “the continuation of work on implementing the unified treasury system, with advanced steps taken to address inactive accounts, where data was collected, audited and submitted to higher authorities to make the necessary decisions regarding them,” pointing out “the completion of control and oversight procedures for bank accounts, by contacting government agencies to provide a comprehensive database of the accounts they have open, whether paper or electronic.”

He stated that “in implementation of paragraph (Second 3 (a) – (b) of Resolution 24913 of 2024, which included transferring the balances of bank accounts of self-financing entities that have been more than (5) years old and those that have not been (5) years old with banks to the account opened in the name of the Ministry of Finance / Accounting Department until the committees complete the work regarding their recommendations, and in light of that, our letter No. (49) was issued on 1/5/2025 to inform the banks to take the necessary action.”

The report confirmed “the follow-up and monitoring of balances that were transferred in accordance with Cabinet Resolution (24913) of 2024 to our accounts opened at the main branch of each bank that has inactive accounts. Our circular No. (24089 on 2025/8/25) was issued to provide us with a statement for each account.”

He explained that “with regard to the recommendations that were provided to us by the committees in the ministries and non-ministerial entities formed according to Resolution 23452 of 2023, paragraph (3) thereof, a unified database of accounts was prepared for the purpose of sorting and settling those accounts and sending them to the banks according to our circular No. (12477) dated 5/11/2025 for auditing and matching the inactive bank accounts belonging to the spending units and stating any observations on them. After the issuance of Cabinet Resolution No. (373) of 2025, which included the formation of a committee, Diwani Order No. (46) was issued regarding settling the issue of inactive accounts, whereby a committee was formed headed by the Financial Control Bureau and with the membership of the Accounting Department and the Rafidain and Rasheed Banks, and all the documents were handed over to the committee member from the Ministry of Finance, according to the note of the respected Director General.”

Tightening control and oversight

He explained that “in order to tighten control and oversight of bank accounts at spending units, our circular No. (29016 on 10/30/2024) was issued, followed by circular No. (34325) on 12/23/2024, which included the creation of a unified treasury account division in the financial department of the headquarters of each ministry or entity not affiliated with a ministry or governorate, as well as for the general administrations of government banks, to create a database of bank accounts opened with them and to update it periodically.”

He pointed out that “bank account databases were received for the purpose of auditing and cross-referencing them from some of the Unified Treasury Account branches that were created in ministries, non-ministerial entities, and governorates, along with the bank account databases, after they were sent to the Unified Treasury Account branches in government banks.”

He emphasized, “Regarding the comprehensive banking system and to demonstrate the extent of its application in government banks and their branches that have joined, and the number of unified treasury bank accounts in each branch, statistics have been prepared for the purpose of preparing this memorandum.”

He pointed out that “in order to complete the monitoring of the movement and balances of bank accounts at bank branches and to access fast and reliable information, an electronic platform was created between government banks and this division according to pre-planned stages, including:

The first stage includes the accounts for the unified treasury (salaries/operating expenses) according to the Excel model that we have prepared, which includes all the information that we see as necessary in the work of the unified treasury account, according to our circular (14192 on 2025/5/25).

The second phase is subject to the successful implementation of the first phase. Our letter No. (18309 on 7/8/2025) was issued, which includes directing government banks to upload government (current) accounts via the platform.

The third phase, after the successful completion of the second phase, will involve unifying the platforms after selecting the most suitable platform that best meets the work requirements. A ministerial order was issued to form the technical team, which was tasked with unifying the platforms according to a modern work mechanism, and it contributes to implementing the steps of the unified treasury account. Successive meetings have been held, and we are now in the semi-final stages of implementing the third phase.

development process

The fourth (targeted) stage is a developmental process that can be updated in the field of platforms or by adding any new work mechanism that is implemented according to the requirements of the work.

He continued, “Based on the request of the Investment Plan Department to provide them with the Investment Plan accounts to compare them with the accounts they have,
our circular No. 31769 dated 11/2/2025 was prepared and directed to the banks to provide us with the accounts that they printed (my investment).”

He pointed out that “in order to resolve the non-active accounts and move towards advanced steps in the unified treasury account, and due to the existence of non-active accounts that appeared at the bank branches, our circular No. (26169 on 9/15/2025) and its successor (29404 on 10/12/2025) was issued to provide us with the non-active accounts. The data received by us was collected and verified, and it was submitted to the General Secretariat of the Council of Ministers/Office of the Secretary-General by virtue of letter No. (8558 on 4/13/2026) for the purpose of presenting it at the Council of Ministers session to issue a decision regarding it.”

The report concluded that “the total amount returned to the public treasury account since the implementation of the unified treasury account until the date of preparation of the report amounted to (3683869713303) dinars and (333134691) dollars only, while the number of zero bank accounts that were cancelled amounted to (3743) bank accounts.”

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OIL DISCOVERED IN IRAQ WITH HUGE RESERVES NEAR THE SAUDI BORDER

An oil discovery has been announced in Iraq with reserves approaching 9 billion barrels, according to details obtained by the specialized energy platform, issued from Washington.

During the meeting, developments in the work in the “Al-Qarnayn” exploration area, along with the East Baghdad South field, were discussed, in the presence of the Director General of the Central Oil Company, Muhammad Yassin.

The Minister of Oil confirmed the discovery of oil in Iraq in the Al-Qarnayn block, which was referred to the Chinese company as part of the fifth supplementary and sixth licensing rounds during 2024.

Abdulghani stressed the importance of accelerating the pace of work to achieve the goals of oil projects, in order to ensure the sustainability of crude oil production and maximize the benefit from associated gas.

Two Horns Field

The Al-Qarnayn field is the first exploration block to record an oil discovery within the blocks offered in the fifth supplementary and sixth rounds, demonstrating the great potential of undeveloped areas in Iraq, especially in border areas.

An oil discovery was made in Iraq in the Shams-11 exploratory well, which began drilling on January 10, 2026. On February 24, 2026, hydrocarbon reservoirs were reached with estimated reserves of approximately 8.8351 billion barrels.

The new oil discovery in Iraq is located within the (MUS) formation at depths ranging between 1916 and 1965 meters, with an initial production rate of approximately 3248 barrels per day.

The oil discovered in the Al-Qarnayn area is classified as light oil, which enhances its economic viability and ease of development.

Oil discovery site in Iraq

The Al-Qarnayn area is located in the southwest of the country within the borders of Najaf Governorate, along the Iraqi-Saudi border, and is considered one of the promising exploration areas, as it extends over an area estimated at about 8773 square kilometers.

The large geographical extent reflects additional opportunities for the existence of other potential reserves, opening the way for further exploration operations during the next phase.

The oil exploration, development and production contract for the block was signed on October 17, 2024 between the Middle Oil Company and North Petroleum International, wholly owned by the Chinese company Zhenhua, as part of the oil licensing rounds.

The contract came into effect on November 18, 2024, before operations were subsequently transferred to Qurnain Petroleum Limited, which took over management of the block starting from May 17, 2025, as the new operator of the project.

During the meeting, Zenhua reviewed the ongoing work stages, both in the Al-Qarnain area through the operating company, and in the East Baghdad South field, where EBS is working to increase production rates.

The company proposed the idea of rapid investment in the exploration block, which would contribute to accelerating the conversion of discoveries into actual production, and maximizing economic returns in the shortest possible time.

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US SANCTIONS IRAQI DEPUTY OIL MINISTER FOR ALLEGEDLY DIVERTING FUNDS TO IRANIAN PROXIES

RBIL, Kurdistan Region of Iraq – The US on Thursday announced new sanctions targeting Iraqi individuals and businesses allegedly exploiting the country’s oil sector to support Iran and its proxies, including the country’s deputy oil minister Ali Maarij al-Bahadly.

AAH is a pro-Iran armed group that is part of the state-integrated Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) and is designated as a terrorist organization by the US, having been responsible for numerous attacks on US diplomatic and military facilities.

“For years, Maarij has used his official positions—first as the head of the Iraqi parliament’s oil and gas committee, and then within the Iraq Ministry of Oil—to enrich Said, AAH, and by extension, Iran,” the OFAC added.

The deputy briefly served as acting oil minister in 2024 when his superior, Hayyan Abdul-Ghani, required a medical procedure in the US. Bahadly at the time said that “all the administrative and financial powers granted to the minister” were bestowed upon him during the latter’s absence.

“Like a rogue gang, the Iranian regime is pillaging resources that rightfully belong to the Iraqi people,” said Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent. “Treasury will not stand idly by as Iran’s military exploits Iraqi oil to fund terrorism against the United States and our partners.”

The sanctions, which come as part a large-scale US campaign dubbed Operation Economic Fury seeking to disrupt Iranian revenue sources, also target an economic official for AAH, Mustafa Hashim Lazim al-Behadili, who also owns a number of companies in the country’s oil sector.

“Following the US withdrawal from Iraq in 2011, al-Behadili played an important role in developing an oil trucking and security unit, allowing AAH to become a dominant actor in the Iraqi metals industry, as well as enabling AAH’s entrance into fuel oil theft, which focused on stolen or subsidized oil,” the OFAC said.

Last month, the US Treasury Department announced sanctions targeting seven pro-Iran Iraqi militia commanders “responsible for planning, directing, and executing attacks” against US personnel and interests in the country during the war with Iran, including Kataib Hezbollah, Kataib Sayyid al-Shuhada (KSS), Harakat al-Nujaba, and AAH.

A senior KSS official, Ahmed Khudair Maksus Maksus, is also targeted in the latest sanction package for allegedly arranging “the payment of millions of dollars to Hizbollah to facilitate the purchase of weapons, and coordinated logistics related to the transfer and delivery of the weapons with Hizbollah associates.”

Many of the militias mentioned are part of the Islamic Resistance in Iraq, a network of Iran-aligned Iraqi Shiite militias linked to Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).

The groups are also officially under the auspices of the Iraqi state via the PMF, which was formed by Shiite paramilitary groups in 2014 following a call from Grand Ayatollah Ali al-Sistani to mobilize against the Islamic State (ISIS). In 2016, the PMF was granted official status by the Iraqi government.

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AL-ZAYDI PRESENTS THE MINISTERIAL PROGRAM TO THE SPEAKER OF PARLIAMENT

Prime Minister-designate Ali Faleh al-Zaidi presented the new government’s ministerial program to Speaker of Parliament Hebat Hamad al-Halbousi on Thursday (May 7, 2026), while both sides stressed the importance of cooperation to complete the process of granting confidence to the government.

The media office of the Prime Minister stated in a statement received by “Baghdad Today” that “Prime Minister-designate Ali Falih al-Zaidi presented the ministerial program of the new government to the Speaker of Parliament, Hebat Hamad al-Halbousi, during a meeting that brought them together today, Thursday.”

The statement added that “the ministerial program will be circulated to members of the House of Representatives for them to study and review its details, and the names of the government formation will be submitted at a later time.”

According to the statement, both sides emphasized “the importance of joint cooperation and coordination to proceed with completing the entitlement to grant confidence to the government and its ministerial program as the basic pillar upon which the government builds its work and duties, based on constitutional and legal contexts.”

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THE GOVERNMENT’S FEATURES ARE TAKING SHAPE, AND THE PROGRAM IS NOW IN THE HANDS OF PARLIAMENT.

As the political scene approaches a crucial moment, dialogues between political blocs are accelerating to finalize the formation of the new government, amid growing expectations that the cabinet will be announced and voted on next Monday, according to political data circulating within parliament.

These developments come amid advanced political understandings between the main parties, which have given the prime minister-designate ample room to choose his ministerial team, in parallel with the continuation of talks on the distribution of portfolios and the establishment of political entitlements for the various components, which makes the birth of the government dependent on precise agreements that have not yet been definitively settled.

In a related context, parliamentary data indicates that the government program has reached, or is about to reach, the House of Representatives, in preparation for its discussion and approval within the constitutional process related to passing the cabinet.

As the decision nears, the political debate is shifting towards the nature of the government program rather than the names, as a number of MPs are demanding a move away from quotas and the adoption of standards of competence, integrity and transparency in the selection of ministers, while enhancing transparency by publishing their biographies to the public.

In this context, MPs confirm that the features of the government have begun to gradually take shape, despite the continued disagreements over some portfolios and the mechanisms for distribution among the blocs.

Political.

Parliamentary initiatives have also emerged concerning the regulation of the relationship between the executive position and electoral entitlement, through a proposal that obliges ministers not to run in the upcoming elections, and prevents their first-degree relatives from running, in addition to including holders of special grades and undersecretaries of ministries, with the aim of limiting the exploitation of government influence in election campaigns, with the intention of including this in the election law later.

In parallel, interest in the security file is escalating as one of the top priorities of the next government, with calls for a comprehensive reform of the security and military system and an update of the combat doctrine in line with regional and international changes.

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MP: AMERICANS HAVE BEGUN SCRUTINIZING THE NAMES OF AL-ZAYDI’S CABINET MINISTERS, AND TRUMP MAY CHANGE HIS STANCE.

Luqman said during a televised interview followed by local media that Trump “could change his mind at any moment,” describing him as “a contradictory person,” and noting that her concerns relate to the way ministers were chosen after al-Zaidi was appointed.

The MP criticized the mechanism for selecting Al-Zidi’s coordinating framework, considering that he “does not have a clear electoral entitlement,” but at the same time she did not rule out his success, stressing that he is “a son of the market” and has economic experience that may help him manage some important files.

She added that there is “accurate information” indicating that the American side has actually begun reviewing the names of the proposed ministers, through a figure who presents the names to the Americans to obtain their approval, as she put it.

Luqman pointed out that Al-Zaydi might be able to bring about change in some service and economic ministries if he stays away from the policy of partisan favoritism, stressing that the Iraqi street is waiting for a government program different from previous governments.

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

Just the FACTS!

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May 5, 2026 Edition Latest Mnt Goat Newsletter

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May 5, 2026 Mnt Goat News Brief

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The RV saga continues with the election cycle. The prime minister designate is supposed to go before parliament and get ratification of his new cabinet on Saturday. This will be the quickest cabinet ever put together. He is expected to get approval. Meanwhile the US warned that forming a government that includes figures close to Tehran could harm the future of Iraqi-American relations, calling on Washington to continue to exert pressure to ensure the formation of a government that is “not subject to the influence of militias”. I have a strong feeling this issue is either going to make or break this new prime minister.

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STATUS OF THE RV

Welcome to May everyone! Remember that April showers bring May flowers…

Again, I need to review and clarify this notion that the RV new rate is in the 2025 budget tables?

We are hearing now that the 2025 budget tables will be rolled over to 2026 at least of what is left of it. Didn’t I tell everyone that this was their objective way back almost a year ago when oil prices plummeted. Yes, they cancelled having to enforce a budget in 2025 that simply did not work with that price of oil, instead of borrowing money to pay for it. Al-Sudani did not want more Iraqi debt. What did the Finance Committee tell us back then? I even presented the articles to you explaining it all. So why do these so-called intel gurus still persist with their nonsense?

So, the budgeting process is hard since oil prices can fluctuate and especially now when the Iranian conflict is underway. Do you see the problem here with having a ‘rentier’ economy? Today revenues for Iraq for the budget is still 90% oil revenues, a rentier economy. So, the need for diversification is a necessity not an option for Iraq if they will ever get a stable flow of revenues to meet any budget.

In the article titled “WILL A SUPPLEMENTARY BUDGET BE APPROVED THIS YEAR? THE PARLIAMENTARY FINANCE COMMITTEE CLARIFIES.” We learn that they do intend to pass a budget for the rest of 2026. Jamal Kojar, a member of the parliamentary finance committee, confirmed that it is possible for the new cabinet to submit a supplementary budget project during the current year, explaining that the Financial Management Law allows the government to send more than one budget during the same year.

“What is known as the second or supplementary budget is usually sent in the second half of the year, which means there is a possibility of sending it during the second half of the current year.”

Please, please, please DO NOT use this news as a milestone for the RV. It has nothing to do with it. Again the budget today is based off of the price of oil not the rate of the dinar. Get it?

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😊 Then we read in the article titled “MP: THIS YEAR’S BUDGET IS A PRIORITY FOR THE NEXT GOVERNMENT” that member of Parliament, Miqdad al-Khafaji, confirmed on Thursday that “the current financial and economic crises necessitate expediting the completion of the general budget, indicating that this file will be at the top of the agenda of the next government as soon as it is formed”.

He added that “the incoming government will, immediately after gaining confidence, begin preparing the budget schedules and drafting its articles to align with the scale of the economic challenges,” emphasizing the need to resolve the issue to secure salaries and the completion of stalled service projects.” Yes, this article proves again what they said last year still holds true. They intend to roll over unfinished projects that ran out of budget due to drop in oil prices back then. By showing the world that they can deliver on a budget in this manner shows confidence in the government. This makes investors happen that someone with intelligence is running Iraq.

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SUSTAINABILITY and DIVERSIFICATION (new mantra for Iraq)

More good news, as a result of the Iranian conflict, is the idea of speeding up the sustainability and diversification efforts being heightened in Iraq. Yes, many more have awakened to this reality of this change that must occur. It is now a top priority and all can see it now. It’s not just politics but survival. In the article titled “INTERNATIONAL CENTER: IRAQ HAS AN OPPORTUNITY TO ACCELERATE ECONOMIC DIVERSIFICATION EFFORTS” we can see this intensified effort coming. I quote from the article – “The International Trade Centre (ITC) believes the current phase presents an opportunity to accelerate Iraq’s economic diversification efforts.” “that the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, along with regional developments, this has led to a sharp reduction in oil exports, the sector on which Iraq relies for most of its export revenues, and has also caused significant disruption to imports, including food and basic commodities.”

The author Bushout noted that “at the same time this stage represents an opportunity to accelerate economic diversification efforts by expanding non-oil exports, enhancing local production, and building a more competitive private sector. He considered the development of trade and exports a key element in this transformation, along with financial reforms. He added that strengthening integration into international trade frameworks can support Iraq in building a more flexible, transparent, and rules-based trading environment.”

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In this next article titled “THE CENTRAL BANK GOVERNOR PARTICIPATES IN THE SIN DIALOGUE FORUM” we learn the seriousness of the CBI these sustainability and diversification measures. Oh…. I guess it is important! I especially like the slogan in this article and this pertains to many aspects of what is now going on in Iraq and will continue a trend. It is about time more awakened. Under the slogan “Solutions are born and plans are formulated from the heart of crises,” the Sin Dialogue Forum organized a dialogue session that hosted His Excellency the Governor of the Central Bank of Iraq, Mr. Ali Mohsen Al-Alaq, with broad participation from decision-makers, experts, and specialists in various sectors. The session, titled “From Restricted Rent to Renewable Production: Iraq’s Path Towards a Sustainable and Renewable Economy,” focused on the transition towards a diversified and sustainable economy and reducing reliance on rentier resources. It also presented visions for enhancing national production and revitalizing various economic sectors.

His Excellency the Governor stated that the Central Bank is working to achieve economic and financial stability, despite the challenges facing the country,

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😊 Oh…. but has the reforms already helped in speeding up diversification of revenues? Let’s take a peek at the article titled “CUSTOMS AUTOMATION HALVES DEMAND FOR DOLLARS: AN ECONOMIST REVEALS A RADICAL SHIFT IN IRAQ’S FOREIGN REMITTANCES.” Looks like implementing the Customs and Tariffs is working to not only bring in revenues besides of the petro-dollar but also is assisting in reducing the parallel market. Seems to me in reading this article that the nail has already been driven on the coffin of the parallel market. This article today enforces once again why it is so important to control the parallel market and the connection to our long-awaited RV and Reinstatement. I would consider this article our WOW! WOW! WOW! news for today.

The data is now out since the ASYCUDA has been in operation for almost a year now. I quote from the article – “Iraqi economist Manar Al-Obaidi revealed a radical shift in Iraq’s foreign transfer balance during the first quarter of 2026, stressing that the implementation of the ASYCUDA customs automation system directly contributed to curbing what he described as the “financial bleeding” that accompanied import operations and international transfers for years.”

Al-Obaidi explained, based on recent data, that the Central Bank of Iraq’s sales of foreign currency recorded a sharp and unprecedented decline, reaching about $10 billion during the first quarter of 2026, compared to much higher levels in previous periods. Al-Obaidi stressed that this decrease does not reflect an economic recession, but rather represents a direct result of strengthening financial control tools, noting that the ASYCUDA system, along with the Advance Send system, played a pivotal role in reducing invoice inflation and preventing the submission of fake or overvalued import documents to obtain dollars.

Al-Obaidi described the reliance on these digital systems as a “strategic achievement” for Iraqi fiscal policy, noting that it succeeded in a short period in reducing the demand for the dollar by half, which enhances the stability of the national currency and gives the Central Bank greater flexibility in managing cash reserves with higher efficiency.

Folks they are drying up the ways to which they can smuggle or money launder to Iran. This has to be done. This is all connected to the combating the illegal parallel market, which we know is just one of the five issues that must be resolved prior to the reinstatement. This is called STABILITY!

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😊 Opps…. yet more news about the parallel market! In this next article we read yet more about the parallel market. Do you think its important to finally break this illegal money market? The CBI, IMF, World Bank and the US Treasury thinks it does. The article is titled “SALEH’S APPEARANCE: THE STABILITY OF THE PARALLEL MARKET IS LINKED TO THE MANAGEMENT OF MONETARY POLICY AND THE AVAILABILITY OF DOLLARS.” Remember when you read this that the CBI does not support a parallel market but recognizes it does exist and wants to end it. It is an illegal backdoor for the dollars. The CBI should be the only source and regulator of the dollar. The financial advisor to the Prime Minister, Mazhar Muhammad Saleh, presented today, Sunday, a brief analysis of the factors affecting the stability of the parallel exchange market in Iraq.

I encourage everyone to go read this full article, after all the parallel market is a major concern for us investors. It must be dealt with and the CBI must get it ended or at least down to the ‘official’ CBI rate of 1320 for the restatement to occur.

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DISMANTLING THE FACTIONS/PMF A HIGH PRIORITY

😊 So, here we go again. Yet more news about another of the five (5) issues for resolution prior to the reinstatement. I reviewed in detail with you in my 9/16 Newsletter last year. The title is “FROM GUNS TO OFFICES: QUIET ARRANGEMENTS RESHAPE THE ROLE OF FACTIONS. STOP PROVOKING TRUMP UNTIL A SATISFACTORY SETTLEMENT IS REACHED”. Yes, stop poking the beehive with a stick, you make get stung real bad….

This article is really long and so I will try to summarize it for you. But you may want to go read the entire article since it is essentially saying the PMF and factions are on their way to decline and the solutions that may be used to resolve this issue. Remember al-Sudani talked about the agreement with Trump they must go but said there was no sound solutions as of yet. Well…. now we are seeing some possible solutions to the PMF. This is all goo and shows they are addressing this issue too.

I quote from the article – “In a development suggesting arrangements extending beyond domestic concerns, sources familiar with the behind-the-scenes negotiations last month revealed what they described as a “major surprise” regarding a covert Iranian role in managing the formation of the new government.” Are you surprised?

Yes, very sneaky indead! …This role, they claim, was achieved through a carefully crafted plan designed to be implemented “without raising a fuss.” “Meanwhile, the silence of armed factions and the so-called “axis of resistance” raises significant questions, amidst a sarcastic description circulating about the anticipated government as “a Trump-esque government.”

Do remember the article dating back to April when when Ismail Qaani, commander of the Quds Force of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard, arrived in Baghdad for an unannounced visit—his first since the recent confrontation with the United States.
The visit, which was only revealed two days after his departure, came at a time when the “Coordination Framework” was mired in a political deadlock that had lasted for more than 160 days, without reaching an agreement on the name of the prime minister.

According to informed sources, Qaani held a series of meetings with key figures both within and outside the “Framework,” warning of “real dangers that could lead to the loss of military privileges” within Iraq, and indicating the need to move to an “alternative plan.” What Qaani was saying was don’t poke the beehive (U.S. Trump) and give him what he wants or Iran may lose its foothold in Iraq.

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Here is yet another recent article about the militia in Iraq and how the US wants Iraq to cut these ties from Tehran. I believe this issue is either going to make or break this new government of Iraq. Let’s take a peek at the second article on this subject matter titled “WASHINGTON MAKES PROGRESS IN RELATIONS WITH BAGHDAD CONTINGENT ON “DISMANTLING THE FACTIONS”. A spokesman for the US State Department confirmed on Wednesday that dismantling Iraqi factions is a “key pillar” for making progress in bilateral relations between Baghdad and Washington.

So, knowing this information do you actually think the US is going to sign off on the reinstatement of the Iraqi dinar while these close ties to Tehran exist and these militia threaten U.S. interests in Iraq? If you do, I have a bridge for sale in Brooklyn for you to buy…..lol..lol..lol.. All you intel gurus out there on the internet please, please stop telling you listeners that the RV is happening any day or every day. Once we see significant progress in these ongoing issues and the CBI announces the Project to Delete (or remove) the Zeros we will then and only then be on our way to an ‘imminent’ situation. Get it?

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If this next article does not hit home on the US stances on these Iranian backed militia in Iraq I don’t know what does. It is titled “REPORT URGES TRUMP TO DRAW “RED LINES” AHEAD OF AL-ZAIDI’S RULE OVER IRAQ”. A US report urged President Donald Trump’s administration to maintain what it called “red lines” during the process of forming the new Iraqi government, three days after Ali al-Zaidi was tasked with becoming prime minister.

American Conditions: The report issued by the US-based Foundation for Defense of Democracies , and translated by Shafaq News Agency, warned against including figures linked to armed factions or close to Iran in ministerial or senior positions. The US report warned that forming a government that includes figures close to Tehran could harm the future of Iraqi-American relations, calling on Washington to continue to exert pressure to ensure the formation of a government that is “not subject to the influence of militias” and maintains a balanced relationship between Baghdad and its international partners.

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UPDATE ON THE ELECTION SAGA

Just wanted to pop in and give you an update on Zaidi’s new role a prime minister elect. In this first article titled “WASHINGTON ANNOUNCES ITS SOLIDARITY WITH IRAQ AND SUPPORTS AL-ZAIDI’S EFFORTS TO FORM A GOVERNMENT.” We learn that the United States Mission in Iraq expressed its best wishes to Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zaidi in his mission to form a government capable of meeting the aspirations of the Iraqi people and achieving a brighter and more peaceful future. Folks this only means the US accepts Ziydi and nothing more. He will still have to prove himself later once he is the prime minister thus forms his government.

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In this next article again we see acceptance of Al-Zaidi as the new designate for prime minister this time by the embassy in Iraq. But also again we see a warning about armed factions close to Tehran. The title is “IT BRINGS BENEFITS TO BOTH AMERICANS AND IRAQIS. WASHINGTON IS OPTIMISTIC ABOUT AL-ZAIDI BECOMING PRIME MINISTER: WE WANT A SOVEREIGN IRAQ.” The US Embassy in Iraq expressed its support on Tuesday, April 29, 2026, for Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zubaidi in his efforts to form a new government, stressing its aspiration to enhance security, preserve Iraq’s sovereignty, and achieve a partnership that serves the interests of both countries.

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Oh yes…. the spoils of the political war…lol… 😊In this next article titled “A DEPUTY REVEALS THE SHARE OF THE SUDANESE COALITION IN THE AL-ZAYDI GOVERNMENT.” What I want to know is what position is the ‘peanut-head’ Maliki going to get in the new government. I certainly hope not one of the vice president’s roles. Remember there are three one from each sec, Kurd, Sunni and Shiite. What deals did he make so he can get it?

On Monday, MP Ahmed Al-Dalfi, from the Reconstruction and Development Coalition, revealed the coalition’s share in the upcoming cabinet, stating that the ministries of oil, labor and social affairs, and industry and minerals would be allocated to them.

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In this next article titled “TRUMP INVITES AL-ZAIDI TO VISIT WASHINGTON AFTER THE GOVERNMENT IS FORMED“. So, it appears that Trump is trusting al-Zaidi. Can he get him to expel the Iranian back militias from Iraq? Prime Minister-designate Ali Faleh Al-Zaidi received a phone call today, Thursday, from the US President, during which he congratulated him on his official appointment to form the new government, and extended an official invitation to him to visit Washington after the government is formed.

What would be exciting is if someday Trump could announce a formal visit to Iraq and have the red carpet for him from Iraq. This is when we know al-Zaydi is on the right side.

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WHAT ELSE IS IN THE NEWS?

While this election drama and the drama over the Iranian factions moves on, progress in other directions continues in Iraq. In this next article titled “CHEVRON IS NEGOTIATING FOR HUGE OIL FIELDS IN IRAQ AS AN ALTERNATIVE TO RUSSIAN COMPANIES.” A report by the oil and energy website Motley Fool, published Monday, confirmed that oil giant Chevron is steadily becoming a major player in Iraq, a move that could attract long-term investors. Remember also that OPEC is in the midst of breaking up so quotas of oil will no longer exist and it will be anybody’s market. Remember that the more oil they pump the more revenues, even if it is still only oil revenues.

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I believe the importance of this next news stems from the current conflict in Iran. We have read about this TIR for a long time. It will also be necessary in the plan for the Development Road Project as well as the rail lines. Yes, this international ‘clearing house’ concept for the middle east by Iraq, in Iraq, is taking shape. It is titled “IRAQ BEGINS IMPLEMENTING THE TIR INTERNATIONAL TRANSPORT SYSTEM”. It was announced in the news that the Ministry of Transport – General Company for Land Transport issued TIR Carnets on Tuesday, opening new horizons for international trade from Iraq. A statement from the Ministry , received by Al-Maalomah News Agency, indicated that “the Ministry of Transport – General Company for Land Transport, as the local guarantor of the TIR Convention in Iraq, has issued TIR Carnets to licensed companies.” The statement explained that “this significant step aims to activate Iraqi exports and enhance the smooth flow of goods across international borders in accordance with internationally recognized standards.”

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MORE HINTS OF WHEN WE MIGHT SEE THE RV

So, to answer this question of “when’ will we see the reinstatement depends on the reset and what conditions must be put in place to secure the dinar of Iraq. I have some very good prophetic words from Hank Kennerman on this subject matter today. I firmly believe we will see our biblical Esther appear soon and so when we do this long-awaited RV will also come in conjunction when peace that will prevail over the middle east.

I believe it won’t be until this Islamic jihad ideology is defeated and we then can have peace in the middle east. The battle rages on today and is historic. Our children and grand children will read about what is going on in Iran and Iraq someday in their history books. We are essentially re-living biblical times but in a modern version. Is this why God gave us the bible to begin with, so that we can follow it and understand what is to take place? Even the Muslim population needs to wake up and see it too in their hearts that they have been lied to. I am not saying that these five issues I talk about with my CBI contact for Iraq are not important to resolve but they too are part of the scenario and come in conjunction will all the rest. Get it? It is all linked together. It is not one or a few events, but a change in our hearts, a much larger context that many of us refuse to believe.

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Let’s keep our prayers alive. There is a deep spiritual dimension at work today bringing about this reset. I believe we are closer than ever for the dinar to get reinstated. But first things first. By now everyone should be fully aware of these events that caused delays in the currency reform process. This is not rocket science to understand.

Again, please remember that I spend a lot of time putting together these Newsletters for you not me. I already know this stuff. This is for you! I am trying to give you HOPE that this investment is real and is going to happen. Please consider helping out and show me you care for all that I do for you. 😊

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

Just the FACTS!

Prophetic Words from the prophets: Julie Green

“Every Treasonous Act Will Be Put Out In Full Display For The World To See”

Go to the 12:18 mark to listen to the prophecy. From April 25^th..

Fr. DON BOSCO EXPOSED THE DARK SECRET BEHIND ISLAM

WHO THE HELL IS ILHAN OMAR ANYHOW?

I mean let’s dig deep before she came to the U.S.

ILHAN OMAR’S RISE, MARRIAGES AND THE MILLIONS NO ONE CAN EXPLAIN

WHAT HAPPENS IF ILHAN OMAR GETS CAUGHT?

ILHAN OMAR’S IDENTITY… SOMETHING DOESN’T ADD UP

THE REAL REASON JAMES COMEY WAS ARRESTED

There is strong evidence he may be connected closely with the three assassination attempts on Trump’s life. We will have to wait until the details come out in the trial to learn more. Are we finally going to get justice for Comey and his corruption, maybe now even more like TREASON!

MORE CORRUPTION AT THE CLINTON FOUNDATION: THIS TIME COMEY… AGAIN…

He’ll be singing ‘sea shells by the sea shore’ all the way to GITMO.

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

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

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

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

A FUTURE ‘SPY’ IN THE FEDERAL RESERVE?

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

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

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

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

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

How does this all fit into prophecy?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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FAIHAN: THE OIL AND GAS LAW AND THE POPULAR MOBILIZATION FORCES LAW ARE AMONG THE PRIORITIES OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES.

(Mnt Goat: Opps here it is again, two out of the five main issues we keep seeing crop up in the news over and over again that need resolution prior to any reinstatement of the Iraqi dinar.)

The First Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Adnan Faihan Al-Dulaimi, confirmed on Sunday that many important laws are on the parliament’s table, while indicating that the oil and gas law and the Popular Mobilization Forces law are among the priorities of the House of Representatives’ work.

Faihan told the Iraqi News Agency (INA): “After the parliamentary committees within the House of Representatives completed their work, they began studying the laws and submitting them to the Speaker of the House of Representatives,” adding that “the committees started with a package of laws that were presented for the first reading, and we have another package of laws that will be presented gradually on the agenda according to their importance.”

He continued, “There are several important laws that will be among the priorities of the political forces and the federal government to include on the council’s agenda,” adding that “the oil and gas law and the Popular Mobilization Forces law will be among the priorities of the House of Representatives.”

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ALI AL-ZAIDI: WE WILL FORM A GOVERNMENT WITH A STRONG ECONOMY, WITH EVERYONE’S PARTICIPATION.

Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zaidi confirmed on Saturday (May 2, 2026), during his visit to Sulaymaniyah Governorate, that he enjoys “great acceptance” among the political forces in the region, noting that the Kurdish parties have shown their clear support for the formation of the new government.

Al-Zaydi said in a press statement followed by “Baghdad Today”, that “the anticipated government will have a strong economy and be able to face the challenges”, noting that “there is great acceptance from the Kurdish parties supporting our government, in which everyone will participate.”

Prime Minister-designate Ali Faleh al-Zaidi met with Kurdistan Regional Government Prime Minister Masrour Barzani during his visit to Erbil, which he arrived in on Saturday morning, accompanied by a delegation of leaders from the Coordination Framework. Al-Zaydi also met with the President of the Kurdistan Democratic Party, Masoud Barzani, in Erbil, in the presence of a delegation from the Coordination Framework. The meeting addressed the overall situation in the country and the course of the ongoing dialogues to form the government.

In the same context, Al-Zaidi held a meeting with the President of the Kurdistan Region, Nechirvan Barzani, during which they discussed the latest political developments in the country, before concluding his tour in Sulaymaniyah with a meeting with the President of the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan, Bafel Talabani, to discuss efforts to form the new government.

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A DEPUTY REVEALS THE SHARE OF THE SUDANESE COALITION IN THE AL-ZIDI GOVERNMENT.

(Mnt Goat: What I want to know is what position is the ‘peanut-head’ Maliki going to get in the new government. I certainly hope not one of the vice president’s role. Remember there are three one from each sector, Kurd, Sunni and Shiite)

Al-Dalfi told Shafaq News Agency that “the Reconstruction and Development Coalition will receive 5 ministerial portfolios in the new government, including the ministries of oil, labor and social affairs, and industry and minerals,” indicating that “the other ministries are currently being negotiated to secure them for the coalition.”

Al-Dalfi added that “the head of the coalition, Muhammad Shia al-Sudani, will remain a political leader and head of the Reconstruction and Development Coalition, and will not be a minister in the next government.”

It is noted that the number of ministries in the next government will be 22 portfolios, distributed as follows: 12 ministries for the Coordination Framework forces, 6 ministries for the Sunni blocs, and 4 ministries for the Kurdish parties.

It is worth noting that a political source revealed to Shafaq News Agency a few days ago that the Ministry of Higher Education will be allocated to the Progress Party (which obtained the position of Speaker of Parliament) led by Mohammed al-Halbousi, which holds 27 seats as a major party, while the Azm Alliance, led by Muthanna al-Samarrai, which holds 15 seats, will receive the Ministry of Defense.

Sources also indicated that al-Zaydi will meet with Sunni leaders, including al-Halbousi, because the latter raised the bar for his party’s demands in the government cabinet, which sparked controversy behind the scenes of the political forces, especially with the Sunni ministries file entering the stage of direct negotiation.

Last week, the ruling Shiite coalition forces in Iraq announced the nomination of Ali al-Zidi for the premiership, after al-Sudani and al-Maliki withdrew from the race for the position, in a move that opened the door to a new settlement within the Shiite bloc after weeks of political deadlock over the shape of the next government and the distribution of its sovereign and service positions.

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WASHINGTON WANTS IRAQ’S NEXT PRIME MINISTER TO TAKE “CONCRETE STEPS” TO DISTANCE HIMSELF FROM TEHRAN.

A senior official said the United States is looking for “concrete steps” from Iraqi Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zaidi to distance the state from pro-Iranian armed groups before resuming financial and security assistance.

Most Iraqi armed groups coalesced under the umbrella of the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF), established in 2014 to fight the Islamic State, before being integrated into the Iraqi military and becoming part of the armed forces. However, the PMF also includes brigades belonging to Iranian-backed factions that operate independently.

But a senior U.S. State Department official, speaking on condition of anonymity, said Tuesday that al-Zaidi needs to clarify the “blurred line” between the Iraqi state and pro-Iranian groups.

Washington suspended cash payments for oil revenues, which were handled by the Federal Reserve in New York under an agreement dating back to the aftermath of the 2003 US invasion of Iraq, as well as suspending security assistance in the wake of a series of attacks on US interests following the outbreak of war in the Middle East with a US-Israeli attack on Iran.

The official stressed that “the resumption of full support requires first expelling the terrorist militias from all state institutions, cutting off their support from the Iraqi budget, and preventing the payment of salaries to their fighters.”

He added, “These are the concrete measures that will give us confidence and confirm the existence of a new mindset.”

The official stated that US facilities in Iraq have been subjected to more than 600 attacks since the outbreak of war on February 28. The attacks have stopped since the ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran on April 8, with the exception of Iranian strikes in the Kurdistan region.

The official said, “I do not underestimate the seriousness of the challenge or what it will take to unravel these relationships. It may begin with a clear and unequivocal political statement that terrorist militias are not part of the Iraqi state,” considering that some parties within the Iraqi state “still… provide political, financial and operational cover for these terrorist militias.”

Attacks claimed by armed groups in Iraq have targeted the US embassy in Baghdad, its diplomatic and logistical headquarters at the capital’s airport, and oil fields operated by foreign companies.

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INTERNATIONAL CENTER: IRAQ HAS AN OPPORTUNITY TO ACCELERATE ECONOMIC DIVERSIFICATION EFFORTS

The International Trade Centre (ITC) believes the current phase presents an opportunity to accelerate Iraq’s economic diversification efforts. Eric Bouchot, the ITC’s program director in Iraq, told Al-Sabah newspaper that the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, along with regional developments, this has led to a sharp reduction in oil exports, the sector on which Iraq relies for most of its export revenues, and has also caused significant disruption to imports, including food and basic commodities.

He added that these developments have significant implications for trade and the private sector. On the one hand, the disruption of oil exports leads to a decrease in revenues, increased pressure on liquidity and public finances, and an impact on payments to suppliers. On the other hand, increased import costs and delays in the arrival of goods are likely to restrict companies’ ability to obtain inputs, maintain production, and meet market demand, with small and medium enterprises being particularly exposed to these challenges.

He explained that this crisis highlights the structural weaknesses in the Iraqi economic model, as the heavy reliance on oil exports and the limited trade routes and markets reduce the ability to withstand external shocks.

Bushout noted that at the same time this stage represents an opportunity to accelerate economic diversification efforts by expanding non-oil exports, enhancing local production, and building a more competitive private sector. He considered the development of trade and exports a key element in this transformation, along with financial reforms. He added that strengthening integration into international trade frameworks can support Iraq in building a more flexible, transparent, and rules-based trading environment.

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KURDISH DEMANDS ON THE TABLE FOR THE NEXT GOVERNMENT: OIL, SALARIES, AND ARTICLE 140

Political reactions continue regarding Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zaidi’s visit to the Kurdistan Region and his meetings with Kurdish leaders in Erbil and Sulaimaniyah. This visit has been described as pivotal in the process of forming the next government, with many emphasizing its importance in solidifying understandings between Baghdad and Erbil.

In this context, Suzan Mansour, a leading figure in the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan (PUK), affirmed that al-Zaidi’s visit represents a “necessary” step to ensure the neutrality of the next government and to strengthen trust among the various political parties.

Mansour told Al-Maalomah News Agency that “Al-Zaidi’s visit to the region sends a reassuring message that the incoming government seeks to maintain impartiality towards all political forces and groups.” She explained that “the issues raised by the region are not new, but rather long-standing demands that require fundamental solutions within the upcoming government program.”

She added that “the most prominent Kurdish demands include securing the salaries of the region’s employees, enacting the oil and gas law, activating Article 140 of the Constitution, and guaranteeing the region’s share of the federal budget.” She pointed out that “raising these issues at this time aims to end the chronic disputes between Baghdad and Erbil and establish common ground for government action.”

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TRUMP INVITES AL-ZAIDI TO VISIT WASHINGTON AFTER THE GOVERNMENT IS FORMED

Prime Minister-designate Ali Faleh Al-Zaidi received a phone call today, Thursday, from the US President, during which he congratulated him on his official appointment to form the new government, and extended an official invitation to him to visit Washington after the government is formed.

The Prime Minister’s Media Office stated in a statement received by Al-Furat News that “the call included a review of the strategic bilateral relations between Iraq and the United States, and ways to develop and strengthen them in various fields.” The statement added that “both sides affirmed their joint work and bilateral cooperation in order to consolidate stability in the region.”

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REPORT URGES TRUMP TO DRAW “RED LINES” AHEAD OF AL-ZAIDI’S RULE OVER IRAQ

A US report urged President Donald Trump’s administration to maintain what it called “red lines” during the process of forming the new Iraqi government, three days after Ali al-Zaidi was tasked with becoming prime minister.

American Conditions

The report issued by the US-based Foundation for Defense of Democracies , and translated by Shafaq News Agency, warned against including figures linked to armed factions or close to Iran in ministerial or senior positions.

The US report warned that forming a government that includes figures close to Tehran could harm the future of Iraqi-American relations, calling on Washington to continue to exert pressure to ensure the formation of a government that is “not subject to the influence of militias” and maintains a balanced relationship between Baghdad and its international partners.

The report stressed that Iraq represents a crucial arena for confronting Iranian influence and illicit financial activities, as well as combating terrorism, emphasizing that achieving this requires an effective partnership with Baghdad without pushing the country towards an economic or military crisis.

He pointed out that assigning businessman Ali al-Zaidi to the premiership does not guarantee that he will actually assume the position, as he still has 30 days to form a government that enjoys the confidence of Parliament, in light of previous experiences in which candidates failed to secure sufficient support, as happened in 2020.

Al-Zaydi was chosen after disagreements within the coordinating framework, as the American report saw that his “limited political experience” contributed to achieving consensus on him, as he was a figure who might be more susceptible to influence by the framework’s leaders.

Financial concerns

The report expressed concern about al-Zaidi’s past affiliations, noting that he served as chairman of the board of directors of the “South Islamic Bank,” which was barred by the Central Bank of Iraq in 2024 from participating in the dollar auction in response to American pressure.

According to the US-based Foundation for Defense of Democracies, Iraq is an important center for financing illicit Iranian activities, through oil smuggling networks that generate – according to estimates – about $1 billion annually for Tehran and its allies, in addition to exploiting the Iraqi financial system to access dollars in various ways.

According to the report, these activities, along with factional attacks during the recent war, prompted Washington to take pressure measures, including reducing dollar shipments to Iraq and imposing sanctions on faction leaders, as well as offering financial rewards for information about some of them.

Factional challenge

The report stressed that any new prime minister, especially if he came to power with the support of forces close to Iran, would not be able to confront the armed factions on his own, without direct American pressure.

He noted that these factions emerged from the last war – the February 28 war between the United States and Israel against Iran – “more daring,” citing the participation of their leaders in high-level political meetings despite some of them being on US terrorism lists.

The report concluded that the (current) Iraqi government has not taken any decisive steps to deter attacks targeting American diplomatic and military facilities, but has allowed factions to respond to American strikes, thus giving them “implicit legitimacy” to operate outside the framework of the state.

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MP: THIS YEAR’S BUDGET IS A PRIORITY FOR THE NEXT GOVERNMENT

Member of Parliament, Miqdad al-Khafaji, confirmed on Thursday that the current financial and economic crises necessitate expediting the completion of the general budget, indicating that this file will be at the top of the agenda of the next government as soon as it is formed.

Al-Khafaji stated to Al-Maalomah News Agency that “the exceptional circumstances the country is experiencing and the worsening financial crisis necessitate close coordination between the Council of Ministers and the Parliament to ensure the passage of the budget law for the remainder of this year.”

He added that “the incoming government will, immediately after gaining confidence, begin preparing the budget schedules and drafting its articles to align with the scale of the economic challenges,” emphasizing the need to resolve the issue to secure salaries and the completion of stalled service projects.

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THE CENTRAL BANK GOVERNOR PARTICIPATES IN THE SIN DIALOGUE FORUM

(Mnt Goat: When the CBI talks, I listen….)

Under the slogan “Solutions are born and plans are formulated from the heart of crises,” the Sin Dialogue Forum organized a dialogue session that hosted His Excellency the Governor of the Central Bank of Iraq, Mr. Ali Mohsen Al-Alaq, with broad participation from decision-makers, experts, and specialists in various sectors. The session, titled “From Restricted Rent to Renewable Production: Iraq’s Path Towards a Sustainable and Renewable Economy,” focused on the transition towards a diversified and sustainable economy and reducing reliance on rentier resources. It also presented visions for enhancing national production and revitalizing various economic sectors.

His Excellency the Governor stated that the Central Bank is working to achieve economic and financial stability, despite the challenges facing the country, emphasizing that salaries are guaranteed and will not be interrupted, indicating the financial system’s ability to continue operating.

He explained that the Central Bank has adopted a policy of “working quietly” to preserve monetary reserves and confront crises, including the repercussions of declining oil prices. He recalled the Central Bank’s role during the 2014 crisis, adding that the current financial situation is less severe compared to that period, and that foreign transfers and cash sales to travelers are proceeding smoothly and efficiently.

His Excellency pointed out that the bank continues to support the government in addressing the accumulated financial imbalances resulting from the crises of past years, explaining that it has worked to regulate dollar sales and foreign transfers according to strict compliance standards, with the aim of enhancing transparency and financial stability in Iraq.

Central Bank of Iraq,
Media Office,
May 2, 2026

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THE PRIME MINISTER-DESIGNATE ARRIVES IN KURDISTAN ACCOMPANIED BY A DELEGATION FROM THE COORDINATION FRAMEWORK

Baghdad/Al-Masalla: Prime Minister-designate Ali Faleh Al-Zaidi arrived in the Kurdistan Region on Saturday, accompanied by a delegation from the Coordination Framework.

The media office of the Prime Minister said in a statement received by Al-Masalla that the Prime Minister-designate, Ali Falih al-Zaidi, arrived in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, accompanied by a delegation from the coordination framework.

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AL-ZAIDI AND BARZANI EMPHASIZE THE NEED TO FORM A STRONG GOVERNMENT CAPABLE OF FACING CHALLENGES.

Baghdad/Al-Masalla: Prime Minister-designate Ali Faleh al-Zaidi and Kurdistan Democratic Party leader Masoud Barzani stressed on Saturday the importance of unifying visions and positions and working to form a strong government capable of facing challenges and overcoming crises.

A statement issued by the Prime Minister’s Media Office said that Prime Minister-designate Ali Faleh al-Zaidi met with Kurdistan Democratic Party leader Masoud Barzani in Erbil, in the presence of a delegation from the Coordination Framework.

The statement added that the meeting reviewed the overall situation in the country and the course of dialogues to form the new government, where the importance of unifying visions and positions and working to form a strong government capable of facing challenges and overcoming crises was emphasized, in a way that contributes to strengthening stability and development, and achieving the aspirations of all the people of Iraq.

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NEXT WEEK IS CRUCIAL FOR PASSING AL-ZAIDI’S GOVERNMENT, EVEN WITH A SIMPLE MAJORITY, AND THERE IS OPTIMISM ABOUT ITS ECONOMIC SUCCESS

MP Murtadha al-Ibrahimi stated that he believes the government will proceed next week, even if it only secures a simple majority (half plus one) with the current 23 ministries.
Speaking to Al-Mirbad during his appearance on the “Al-Mutabi” program, al-Ibrahimi said that al-Zidi was the Coordination Framework’s choice as a compromise candidate and received unanimous support. This, he explained, gives him national momentum, followed by international endorsements, which he sees as a positive indicator for his government.

Al-Ibrahimi predicted that al-Zidi will succeed in managing the country and is capable of leading the next phase, which he believes will be primarily economic.

Regarding his approach to dealing with factions and consolidating weapons under state control, al-Ibrahimi acknowledged the challenges of the internal situation. However, he believes that with the cooperation of all political forces, in coordination with international and regional actors, and considering the shared interests that bind Iraq to other countries in the region, there are all indicators pointing towards the success of al-Zidi’s government. He added that the ministerial program currently being drafted will be the effective solution for addressing the Iraqi situation.

Al-Ibrahimi further stated that, to date, the distribution of ministries has not been discussed as much as the process of establishing a mechanism or criteria for allocating sovereign and other ministries based on electoral merit and parliamentary representation.

He indicated that they are optimistic about the government of Ali Faleh al-Zaidi amidst all the internal, regional and international welcome, and this requires support to make his government a success so that he and his cabinet can reach the shore of safety with the Iraqi people, according to al-Ibrahimi’s expression.

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ECONOMIST: FEDERAL RESERVE TRANSFERS BOOST CENTRAL BANK RESERVES AND SUPPORT EXCHANGE RATE STABILITY

Economic expert Salah Nouri said on Sunday that the arrival of installments of Iraqi funds from the US Federal Reserve directly impacts cash liquidity and the Central Bank’s reserves, noting the effect of this on the stability of the exchange rate. Nouri told Al-Furat News Agency that “the arrival of a batch of Iraqi funds from the US Federal Reserve enhances the cash liquidity of the Ministry of Finance, as the ministry sells dollars to the Central Bank of Iraq.”

He added that “the Central Bank’s receipt of quantities of dollars strengthens its foreign reserves, which increases its ability to provide dollars for travel purposes, especially for pilgrims, medical treatment and studying abroad, in addition to meeting the needs of traders through external transfers,” indicating that “this contributes to reducing the demand for dollars in the parallel market, which may lead to a decrease in the exchange rate.”

He noted that “the aforementioned exchange operations depend on the size of the amounts transferred from the US Federal Reserve.”

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SALEH’S APPEARANCE: THE STABILITY OF THE PARALLEL MARKET IS LINKED TO THE MANAGEMENT OF MONETARY POLICY AND THE AVAILABILITY OF DOLLARS.

(Remember when you read this that the CBI does not support a parallel market but recognizes it does exist and wants to end it. It is an illegal backdoor for the dollars. The CBI should be the only source and regulate the dollar.)

The financial advisor to the Prime Minister, Mazhar Muhammad Saleh, presented today, Sunday, a brief analysis of the factors affecting the stability of the parallel exchange market in Iraq.

Saleh explained to Al-Furat News Agency that “the stability of the parallel market is affected by a number of direct and indirect factors, foremost among them the management of monetary policy and the efficiency of the supply and demand channels for foreign currency.”

He explained that “the direct monetary factor is represented by providing cash dollars through official channels, which contributes to easing the pressure on the parallel market, reducing the supply gap and limiting speculation, while providing a stability signal that reduces the impact of rumors.”

He noted that “the continued cooperation of the Federal Reserve Bank of New York in facilitating cash dollar flows is an important factor that enhances market confidence and limits price volatility.”

He added that “the indirect factor is related to the stability of the general price level, as modern distribution channels, including cooperative hypermarkets, have contributed to supporting the stability of basic commodities and reducing the impact of imported inflation.”

He added that “financing foreign trade at the official rate of (1320 dinars/dollar) has absorbed more than 90% of the real demand for dollars and reduced pressure on the parallel market.”

Saleh concluded his analysis by emphasizing that “market stability requires an integrated package that includes liquidity management, controlling official demand, enhancing confidence in monetary institutions, and developing the commercial infrastructure, while continuing to supply cash dollars according to the plans of the Central Bank and the Federal Reserve to meet the needs of the local market.”

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WILL A SUPPLEMENTARY BUDGET BE APPROVED THIS YEAR? THE PARLIAMENTARY FINANCE COMMITTEE CLARIFIES.

Jamal Kojar, a member of the parliamentary finance committee, confirmed that it is possible for the new cabinet to submit a supplementary budget project during the current year, explaining that the Financial Management Law allows the government to send more than one budget during the same year.

Kujer told Al-Furat News Agency that: “What is known as the second or supplementary budget is usually sent in the second half of the year, which means there is a possibility of sending it during the second half of the current year.”

He pointed out that “this budget was supposed to be ready as a draft project from the previous government, and the prime minister-designate could choose to amend it and add his imprint according to his government program or send it as is.”

Kujer also stated that “among the options being considered are resorting to spending according to the 1/12 rule or enacting a new law similar to the Emergency Food Security Support Law.”

An informed source told Al-Furat News Agency that Prime Minister-designate Ali Falih al-Zaidi is likely to present his cabinet within ten days, and not exceed the constitutional deadline.

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CUSTOMS AUTOMATION HALVES DEMAND FOR DOLLARS: AN ECONOMIST REVEALS A RADICAL SHIFT IN IRAQ’S FOREIGN REMITTANCES.

Iraqi economist Manar Al-Obaidi revealed a radical shift in Iraq’s foreign transfer balance during the first quarter of 2026, stressing that the implementation of the ASYCUDA customs automation system directly contributed to curbing what he described as the “financial bleeding” that accompanied import operations and international transfers for years.

Al-Obaidi explained, based on recent data, that the Central Bank of Iraq’s sales of foreign currency recorded a sharp and unprecedented decline, reaching about $10 billion during the first quarter of 2026, compared to much higher levels in previous periods. He explained that the annual comparison shows a decline of 50% compared to the first quarter of 2025, while the quarterly comparison recorded a decrease of 49% compared to the fourth quarter of 2025, in which sales amounted to about $21 billion, reflecting a clear gap in the volume of spending on hard currency.

Al-Obaidi stressed that this decrease does not reflect an economic recession, but rather represents a direct result of strengthening financial control tools, noting that the ASYCUDA system, along with the Advance Send system, played a pivotal role in reducing invoice inflation and preventing the submission of fake or overvalued import documents to obtain dollars.

He added that these systems also contributed to controlling the import movement by linking financial transfers to the actual goods entering the country, as well as monitoring re-exported goods and closing loopholes that were being exploited in money laundering or currency smuggling operations under the guise of commercial activity.

Al-Obaidi described the reliance on these digital systems as a “strategic achievement” for Iraqi fiscal policy, noting that it succeeded in a short period in reducing the demand for the dollar by half, which enhances the stability of the national currency and gives the Central Bank greater flexibility in managing cash reserves with higher efficiency.

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FROM GUNS TO OFFICES: QUIET ARRANGEMENTS RESHAPE THE ROLE OF FACTIONS.

STOP PROVOKING TRUMP UNTIL A SATISFACTORY SETTLEMENT IS REACHED
In a development suggesting arrangements extending beyond domestic concerns, sources familiar with the behind-the-scenes negotiations last month revealed what they described as a “major surprise” regarding a covert Iranian role in managing the formation of the new government.

This role, they claim, was achieved through a carefully crafted plan designed to be implemented “without raising a fuss.” Information obtained by Al-Mada from both Shia and Sunni sources indicates that this plan significantly contributed to resolving the conflict between Nouri al-Maliki and Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, paving the way for a compromise candidate. Meanwhile, the silence of armed factions and the so-called “axis of resistance” raises significant questions, amidst a sarcastic description circulating about the anticipated government as “a Trump-esque government.”

The story begins with a silent visit and decisive messages.
The roots of these developments trace back to mid-April when Ismail Qaani, commander of the Quds Force of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard, arrived in Baghdad for an unannounced visit—his first since the recent confrontation with the United States.
The visit, which was only revealed two days after his departure, came at a time when the “Coordination Framework” was mired in a political deadlock that had lasted for more than 160 days, without reaching an agreement on the name of the prime minister.

According to informed sources, Qaani held a series of meetings with key figures both within and outside the “Framework,” warning of “real dangers that could lead to the loss of military privileges” within Iraq, and indicating the need to move to an “alternative plan.”
Signs of the success of the Iranian intervention emerged, despite what was being circulated in political circles about its failure, after the Coordination Framework, for the first time in the last two weeks of the government formation deadline, managed to hold a decisive meeting
and agree on a consensus candidate.

It was noteworthy that Iran intensified its attention to its allies at what was considered the worst possible time, as the Iranian regime was experiencing unprecedented shocks due to the repercussions of the recent war. This was interpreted at the time, according to observers, as evidence that Iran would not abandon Iraq and would continue to cling to its pivotal role in the equations of regional influence.
“The Grand Settlement”: From Threat to Repositioning.
Sources reveal that what was proposed was not entirely new, but rather a revival of the “Grand Settlement” plan that has been circulating since early 2025 – with some modifications – amid expectations of a US escalation against Iran’s proxies in the region.
This settlement, when it was proposed less than a year ago, included two phases:

The first (current): reducing tensions with Washington by ending the role of “rebel factions” in exchange for maintaining the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) within the framework of the state.

The second (postponed): integrating the PMF into official security institutions, should the first phase fail.

The “rebel factions” include groups such as Kataib Hezbollah, Harakat al-Nujaba, and Kataib Sayyid al-Shuhada, which, according to the description, do not adhere to the official PMF line of avoiding regional interventions.
“Without Raising a Dust”: The Strategy of Quiet Infiltration.
According to the sources, the most prominent shift in the Iranian approach is the move from a direct military presence to consolidating influence through political and civil channels.
This strategy is based on: infiltrating governmental, diplomatic and security institutions, reducing overt military activities and avoiding any direct provocation of Washington.
In both phases, senior positions within the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) appear to be a crucial bargaining chip, granting the parties involved additional leverage at the negotiating table. Simultaneously, they provide an alternative to compensate for positions that might be relinquished as part of the “settlement” arrangements, while ensuring the retention of significant influence within political decision-making centers.

The disarmament of factions could also be announced “symbolicly,” as no official declaration has yet been made regarding the handover of weapons by the four factions that announced their disarmament five months ago. This is despite ongoing debate about the viability of this approach, particularly given concerns that some of these weapons might be transferred to or redeployed within the PMF, where some of these factions wield considerable influence.
In the same vein, Iran, according to circulating information, anticipates that Donald Trump’s popularity may decline in the midterm elections scheduled for later this year. This could limit Washington’s ability to intensify pressure on Tehran and, according to these assessments, restore greater influence to its allies in the region.
This shift, according to observers, explains the unusual silence of the factions regarding Donald Trump’s statements supporting the nomination of Ali al-Zaidi, which included a call for the formation of a government “free from terrorism.”
However, this American demand appeared, in the view of observers, to be inconsistent with the balance of power on the ground, especially since these groups hold at least 80 seats in parliament and have only effectively lost the position of deputy speaker, a post that does not carry decisive weight in the power-sharing equation.
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, questions are mounting about the nature of al-Zaidi’s selection, a businessman not widely known politically.

Leaders within the “Coordination Framework” assert that the man is “supported by everyone” and “has no political father,” a description seen as an advantage that allows for the distribution of influence without imposing a direct political cost on any party.
But informed sources indicate that this choice may be temporary, part of a plan aimed at: absorbing internal conflict, buying time, and awaiting the outcome of understandings with Washington.
Reports suggest that al-Zaidi might be dropped later, after the regional and international storm subsides.
Othman al-Shibani, a member of parliament from the State of Law Coalition, stated that Ali al-Zaidi attended more than 30 meetings with the Coordination Framework months before his name was officially put forward. He also noted that al-Zaidi participated in sessions within the parliament, explaining that he possesses a “distinguished economic mind.”

These remarks appear to be intended to provide political context for Ali al-Zaidi, emphasizing that his involvement was not sudden or spontaneous, but rather preceded by numerous participations and meetings within the Coordination Framework. This refutes the notion that

his nomination was a surprise.
Despite the apparent calm from armed groups regarding the government formation process, political assessments indicate that the next government may be the most factional in terms of representation within the executive branch. This representation will likely be achieved through the appointment of “front men” for the factions and “unknown figures,” with service and production ministries being allocated to these factions as part of a settlement to politically contain them.
To date, Ali al-Zaidi has not announced a clear position on the issue of armed factions’ participation in the government, although this file is likely to become his most sensitive test, given the escalating American pressure to exclude these groups from the governing equation and readjust the balance of power within the state.

Political circles are circulating names associated with ministries such as Agriculture and Communications, amidst a power struggle between various factional and political parties, some of which are subject to American sanctions or prosecutions. Some
political circles believe that granting service or production ministries to the factions could be part of a settlement aimed at keeping them within the political process and reducing the likelihood of security escalation. However, this approach puts al-Zaidi’s government to an early test, given Washington’s requirement for a cabinet “free of terrorism.”
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, the United States has not yet taken decisive practical steps to support the formation of the new government, aside from limited signals from US President Donald Trump, in addition to the continued freezing of some dollar shipments, according to diplomatic sources speaking to Al-

Mada.
Observers believe the current phase represents a dual test: internally, to gauge the incoming government’s ability to manage the balance of power among the various factions, and externally, to assess its commitment to the conditions related to reducing Iranian influence.
In this context, former MP and independent politician Mithal al-Alusi revealed information suggesting the “reshuffling of figures close to Iran” within Iraq during this new political phase.
Al-Alusi warned against these developments, arguing that they could lead to the reactivation of influence networks extending both inside and outside Iraq, potentially contributing to renewed tensions in multiple regional arenas.
Ultimately, the selection of Ali al-Zaidi does not appear to resolve the existing political conflict. Informed sources indicate that the new government, if formed, will be merely the product of a fragile compromise based on a temporary truce among Shia forces and a less confrontational Iranian repositioning.

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CHEVRON IS NEGOTIATING FOR HUGE OIL FIELDS IN IRAQ AS AN ALTERNATIVE TO RUSSIAN COMPANIES.

A report by the oil and energy website Motley Fool, published Monday, confirmed that oil giant Chevron is steadily becoming a major player in Iraq, a move that could attract long-term investors.

The report, translated by Al-Maalomah News Agency, stated that “the ongoing US-Israeli conflict continues to compel investors to closely monitor oil price news, while simultaneously propelling the energy sector to the forefront of the S&P 500 index. Conflict in the Middle East often leads to a surge in oil company stocks.”

The report added that “shares of oil giant Chevron have risen by 25.11 percent since the beginning of the year, partly due to the conflict in Iran, as well as expectations of a resumption of Venezuelan oil production following the departure of former President Nicolas Maduro.”

It continued, “The company has also acquired two oil fields in Iraq, which could provide a long-term boost to Chevron’s stock. It is perhaps to Chevron’s credit that it is not overestimating its opportunities in Iraq. Currently, the Middle East, as a region rather than a single country, represents only 5 percent of the company’s total production.”

Experienced investors in traditional energy stocks, including Chevron, understand that the lifeblood of the oil industry’s exploration and production sector lies in discovering new reserves. After all, no oil field provides an unlimited supply of barrels.

The report noted that “in Iraq, Chevron is achieving a significant milestone in this area. The West Qurna-2 oil field, where Chevron is replacing a Russian competitor, is estimated to hold approximately 13 billion barrels, representing 10 percent of Iraq’s total production. The Nasiriyah oil field, where Chevron is replacing another Russian company, is smaller than the other two, but still highly significant due to its estimated recoverable reserves of approximately 4.36 billion barrels.”

The report emphasized that “Russia is a major supplier of crude oil to China, and with Chevron’s entry into Iraq, China may be forced to replace some of the crude oil it previously purchased from the Kremlin. The White House is likely quite receptive to this scenario, suggesting that Chevron’s projects in Iraq may receive long-term support.” The term of the US government.

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IRAQ BEGINS IMPLEMENTING THE TIR INTERNATIONAL TRANSPORT SYSTEM

The Ministry of Transport – General Company for Land Transport issued TIR Carnets on Tuesday, opening new horizons for international trade from Iraq. A statement from the Ministry , received by Al-Maalomah News Agency, indicated that “the Ministry of Transport – General Company for Land Transport, as the local guarantor of the TIR Convention in Iraq, has issued TIR Carnets to licensed companies.” The statement explained that “this significant step aims to activate Iraqi exports and enhance the smooth flow of goods across international borders in accordance with internationally recognized standards.”

It added, “The issuance of TIR Carnets represents a practical launch for implementing the multi-country transport system, enabling Iraqi companies to transport their goods from within Iraq to various countries participating in the agreement, without the need for complex customs procedures at intermediate border crossings. This contributes to reducing time and costs and increasing the efficiency of logistical operations.”

He pointed out that “the TIR card includes comprehensive identification information, including carrier data, entry and departure points, route, as well as shipment details and container number, thus ensuring the tracking and security of goods within a unified international legal framework. This has a positive impact on stimulating the national economy and enhancing the confidence of international partners in the Iraqi transport sector.”

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

Just the FACTS!

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April 30, 2026 Edition Latest Mnt Goat Newsletter

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April 30, 2026 Mnt Goat News Brief

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

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STATUS OF THE RV

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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What else is in the news?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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SUMMARY

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

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

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

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

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

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!

Prophetic Words from the prophets: Julie Green

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

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

Fr. DON BOSCO EXPOSED THE DARK SECRET BEHIND ISLAM

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

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

A FUTURE ‘SPY’ IN THE FEDERAL RESERVE?

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

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

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

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

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

How does this all fit into prophecy?

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

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

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

WHAT PLANET DOES OBAMA LIVE ON?

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

‘NOBODY’S BUYING IT’

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

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

US TIGHTENS IRAN BLOCKADE

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

DO THEY THINK WE ARE STUPID? MAYBE WE ARE!

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

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

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

LET’S CONTINUE ABOUT THE ISLAMIC THREAT.

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

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

Are you listening America?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Restrictions on Iran

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

IN THEIR FIRST MEETING

2026-04-30 | 11:07

Baghdad

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Just the FACTS!

Auf Wiedersehen

Much love to ya all,

Mnt Goat

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STATUS OF THE RV

Round’ n round we go….. Suggested dates for resolving the deadlock in the selection of the prime minister and the deputy prime minister keep slipping by over and over again. Do you want a realistic evaluation of what the situation is in Iraq or do you want to continue to listen to this every day / any day hype and rumors about an imminent RV? Foolish words by fools! So, let’s get real today and take a deeper dive into this election mess and where it really stands. How else are we going to get to realistic timeframe for the RV? I will try to make this Newsletter short and to the point today.

There are lots of article to get through today so relax and try to learn what is going on. As usual I try to bring them in a sequential flow as much as possible so you can get a feel for how things evolve in Iraq and why. The ending to this election saga may be finally here. There is a new nominee outside of al-Maliki or al- Sudani. Will he survive the vote in parliament? It appears he as the confidence of the US government, so this is a good start. Then if all of this goes smoothly, what kind of prime minister will he actually be in reality?

Will he again pacify the corruption of the Iranian-led politicians of the Coordination Framework or will he serve the people and support the necessary reforms and grow the economy and work with US Washington over these next four years to make moves towards the reinstatement of the dinar? (Stability part for the RV).

Will he support Washington’s desire to remove the PMF and other associated terrorist organizations from Iraq (Security part needed for the RV).

So, let’s get to it to do it! 😊

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Behind the scenes in the homes of the framework leaders, discussions never end. Successive meetings – bilateral and collective – are held by the coordinating forces, where the final details of the battle for the premiership are being plotted, in a scene that seems more like a horse-trading auction. Maliki and Sudani both want some sort of positions in the new government. Then the constitutional deadline ended Saturday night, now what?

Take a peek at the article titled “THE FORMATION OF THE GOVERNMENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED UNTIL AFTER EID AL-ADHA, AND THE FRAMEWORK REMAINS IN AN OPEN-ENDED IMPASSE.” The Independent – “The selection of a prime minister candidate within the coordination framework has entered a more complicated phase, after the postponement of the meeting that was scheduled for Sunday evening, amid expectations that the decision will be postponed until after Eid al-Adha, as a number of deputies and leaders of the framework head to perform the Hajj rituals, and sharp disagreements continue regarding the proposed names and the mechanism for reaching a consensus candidate.”

According to Article 76 of the Iraqi constitution once the deadline of 15 days is met this duty now flows to the new president. Of course, this constitutional prevision must also be enforced, will it? Already the Coordination Framework announced they need yet another four days past the deadline. They swear they can get it done in this timeline just as they also told us so many times already. Will the Supreme Judicial Court now finally step in and enforce their previous ruling on the majority block? This would surely give al-Sudani the nomination and so ‘done’. This would also change this election process forever going forward. Of course, the Iranians won’t like this since it gives more control over the citizens to election the new prime minister and takes away the stronghold on the government by the Iranians in Iraq.

As you can see in Article 76 below, there are no provisions in case of deadlock beyond the designated 15 days of what to do. The only option is to forward the issue to the Supreme Judiciary Court to resolve. Here it is in the actual constitution followed by a legal expert to explain how other provisions in the constitution work together with Article 76 to resolve the vacuum created on Sunday night.

Article 76

First

The President of the Republic shall charge the nominee of the largest Council of Representatives bloc with the formation of the Council of Ministers within fifteen days from the date of the election of the President of the Republic.

Second

The Prime Minister-designate shall undertake the naming of the members of his Council of Ministers within a period not to exceed thirty days from the date of his designation.

Third

If the Prime Minister-designate fails to form the Council of Ministers during the period specified in clause “Second,” the President of the Republic shall charge a new nominee for the post of Prime Minister within fifteen days.

Fourth

The Prime Minister-designate shall present the names of his members of the Council of Ministers and the ministerial program to the Council of Representatives. He is deemed to have gained its confidence upon the approval, by an absolute majority of the Council of Representatives, of the individual Ministers and the ministerial program.

Fifth

The President of the Republic shall charge another nominee to form the Council of Ministers within fifteen days in case the Council of Ministers did not win the vote of confidence.

If we take a look at a recent article titled “IRAQ PM NOMINATION RULES: LEGAL EXPERT BREAKS DOWN ARTICLE 76” we learn from an Iraqi legal expert who outlines how Article 76 and other Article of Iraq’s 2005 Constitution work together to govern the nomination of a prime minister and provides a framework to prevent a constitutional vacuum during political deadlock. Well…. we can see it didn’t really ‘prevent’ because it is Monday morning and here we are with a vacuum. What happens next is critical in resolving the matter and should be a speedy reaction. Do you think over 5 months of deadlock and now past the deadline of the 15 days even, since the president was elected, is now a vacuum warranting further constitutional action? Of course we all know the answer is yes. So we wait to see what happens next. We all know how sloooooow Iraw is. Will this be any different?

What Happens if No Candidate Is Presented

Article 76 does not explicitly address a scenario in which the largest bloc fails to nominate a candidate. In such cases, Al-Tamimi said the president’s constitutional role under Article 67 becomes central. He explained that the president may refer the matter to the Federal Supreme Court for interpretation, in line with Article 7 of the court’s internal regulations, which allow formal requests for constitutional clarification.

Binding Authority of the Court

Under Article 94 of the Constitution, rulings by the Federal Supreme Court are final and binding on all authorities. Al-Tamimi said this ensures that the court’s interpretation becomes the decisive mechanism for resolving disputes and preventing political maneuvering that could lead to a constitutional vacuum.

There are internet RV intel gurus telling you the president now has authority to select the nominee for prime minister since the 15-day deadline is reached. The answer is clearly ‘no he does not’. However, the president does have the obligation to forward this to the Supreme Judiciary Court for a ruling on what to do next. Right now, it is open ended as the constitution does not have an answer. I guess they never thought this would happen? Keep in the back of your mind that the court already made a ruling weeks ago and so will they now just enforce their ruling? What does the constitution say under Article 94?

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Let’s see what parliament had to say about missing the constitutional deadline in the article titled “A PARLIAMENTARY MESSAGE TO THE FRAMEWORK: NO DEADLINE AFTER SATURDAY, WE WILL CHOOSE THE PRIME MINISTER.” Mahmoud al-Shammari, a member of the Services Bloc in the Iraqi Parliament, revealed on Thursday evening that members of Parliament intend to collect signatures and send an official letter to the President of the Republic to nominate a suitable person for the position of Prime Minister, in the event that the Coordination Framework does not reach an agreement on choosing a candidate by next Saturday. He added: “We are waiting for the leadership of the framework until next Saturday, and if they do not reach an agreement to choose the appropriate candidate for the position of Prime Minister, then the members of Parliament will collect signatures and send an official letter to the President of the Republic to nominate the appropriate person and get out of the political deadlock.” Does the new president have the power to nominate the candidate for prime minister. Clearly when we look at the constitution, he does not. See my deep dive into this issue in my explanation in my above commentary including articles from the Iraq constitution.

This is of course all silly talk as parliament does not have the constitutional power to name the candidate. There is a ‘separation of powers’ in their constitutional republic too.

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If we take a peek at the article titled “MP: REPEATEDLY POSTPONING MEETINGS TO DECIDE ON THE PRIME MINISTERSHIP COULD OPEN A DOOR FOR FOREIGN INTERFERENCE” MP Mukhtar al-Youssef, from the Badr parliamentary bloc, warned on Tuesday against the repeated postponement of meetings of the Coordination Framework regarding the selection of the largest bloc’s candidate for the position of the next prime minister. He called on the framework’s leaders to resolve the issue next Wednesday (this past Wednesday), as further delays could open the door to foreign interference. So, what foreign country do you believe would be most likely to interfere? Could it be the U.S. they are talking about without saying? Remember the U.S. envoy to Iraq already met weeks ago with the leader of the Supreme Judicial Council. Soon after this meeting the ruling came out. Do you remember the ruling? It was on how the majority block should be determined and changed entirely the way the majority block is now being determined. Remember at that time I also suggested that the currency Coordination Framework could have the majority block designation taken from them if a deadlock is not resolved on time to meet the constitutional deadline. Well we are now there.

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If we read a recent article titled “A BILLION DOLLARS TO PREVENT MALIKI… FINANCIAL INTERVENTIONS SHAKE THE SELECTION OF THE PRIME MINISTER” we learn just how bad they do not want Nouri al-Maliki as the prime minister. This would be like electing Joe Biden as president again… not going to happen. Remember that’s a billion dollars not dinars…… Oh and we were still sending a half a billion dollars monthly to Iraq as foreign aid, of course down from the two billion. Oh…poor Iraq…lol… lol… lol…! 😊

The spokesman for the Sayyid al-Shuhada Brigades, Kazem al-Fartousi, stated on Thursday that one billion dollars was paid to prevent the Coordination Framework from proceeding with the nomination of Nouri al-Maliki for the premiership, calling on the leaders of the Framework and the country to free themselves from American control, and indicating that American control over the flow of dollars to Iraq is not subject to the reaction of the armed factions, but rather to the rejection of its policies in the country.

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Next within the next article I show you yet more proof as to why the Iranian let Coordination Framework does not want al-Sudani as prime minister. It is titled “WHAT WILL HE CHOOSE? THE SUDANESE GOVERNMENT FACES WASHINGTON’S DEMANDS TO CUT THE SALARIES OF THE POPULAR MOBILIZATION FORCES AND TARGET THE FACTIONS”. The head of the Reconstruction and Development bloc, Bahaa al-Araji, revealed that there is a division within the coordination framework regarding the mechanism for choosing the next prime minister, between the “signatures” system adopted by the State of Law bloc and “direct voting,” stressing that Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani is facing harsh American conditions, including cutting the salaries of the Popular Mobilization Forces and striking some factions .I have to ask where are these salaries coming from? Could they be from the foreign aid the U.S. is now giving them? Is the U.S. financing the demise of Iraq to these proxy Iranian militia (troops) stationed in Iraq? Didn’t the Trump administration outwardly appose the bill in parliament to fund these salaries of these militias. Weren’t we told in the news that this bill did not get passed? Folks I don’t forget what we are told. So how did they find a way to pay them? Many of my readers may be getting sick and tired of hearing about these Iranian factions inside Iraq. You should be sick and tired of them and so am I. But that is reality and so connected to the time of our awaiting reinstatement of the dinar back to FOREX. Folks, its all connected. Remember it was an item of five items on the list my CBI contact referenced to me and I talked about in my 9/16/25 Newsletter. Let’s stay on target of where we are in this RV saga.

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In the article titled “THE IRAQI PARLIAMENT’S LEGISLATIVE SESSION HAS BEEN EXTENDED FOR AN ADDITIONAL MONTH (UPDATE).” We learn that the current session of parliament is being extended for another month but why. Is it to ensure they have an opens session to get the new prime minister and deputy voted in?

MP Ibtisam Al-Hilali, from the State of Law bloc, revealed on Thursday that there is an agreement between the Speaker of Parliament and the heads of political blocs to extend the current legislative session for an additional month.

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😊 So, who is the most likely candidate to get the nomination for prime minister? Let’s take a peek at the article titled “EXPECTED DECISION TODAY: AL-SUDANI IS THE MOST LIKELY CANDIDATE FOR PRIME MINISTER AFTER THE CHANCES OF AL-MALIKI’S CANDIDATE DIMINISHED.” All eyes are on Saturday for a crucial meeting of the Coordination Framework forces, which is expected to end the debate over the name of the next prime minister, after postponing the decision that was scheduled for Friday, amid rapid developments in the positions of the political forces. Well, as we all know Friday’s meeting was undecided. It is now even Monday and still no candidate announced. How many times have we read already about al-Sudani being the most likely candidate. So, here it is again. Just get’ re done…. Like I told my readers over 5 months ago that al-Sudani will get a second term and so we will look back again over these wasted 5 months and wonder again what is holding up the reinstatement of the Iraqi dinar. Go figure what is holding it up. ☹

Well-informed political sources confirmed that the balance of power within the framework has clearly shifted in favor of the current Prime Minister, Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, after the leader of the State of Law Coalition, Nouri al-Maliki, realized the difficulty of passing his alternative candidate in light of the decline in political support for him. According to the sources, the ball is back in Sudani’s court, who has become the most likely candidate to receive the official mandate to form the new government, in light of growing consensus within the Shiite forces.

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Then late Monday night out pops this article titled “AN ADVISOR TO THE OUTGOING PRIME MINISTER, SAID THAT AL-ZAIDI MET WITH THE US CHARGÉ D’AFFAIRES IN BAGHDAD, JOSHUA HARRIS”. Abdul Amir Taiban denies the existence of an American veto on Ali al-Zaidi, who is tasked with forming the next government, and confirms that all leaders of the framework support this assignment. Al-Zaidi at the US embassy hours after the framework was nominated and approved. I quote from the article – “Many in parliament say that the Coordination Framework are just buying time and that their new candidate will not get elected (ratified) in Parliament to form the next government.” Remember this is the next step. Is this really true? What makes them think this? Please go read the entire article it will help you understand this situation. Remember that they are now way past the constitutional deadline and the Supreme Court has every right to take over and rule on this situation again. I quote from the article – “To understand why Ali al-Zaidi’s nomination is likely a hollow gesture that will not lead to the formation of a government one must look back to the chaotic spring of 2020. The parallels are not just striking; they are identical.”

Of course this is all just Taiban’s opinion. Let’s see if this pans out to be true. Anything is possible. However, because we find out later that al-Zaidi does have Washington’s support he may work out.

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😊Then we know from this article that Al-Zaidi has met with the US delegation recently. It appears that the US does support him unlike al-Maliki. The title of the article is “AN ADVISOR TO THE OUTGOING PRIME MINISTER, SAID THAT AL-ZAIDI MET WITH THE US CHARGÉ D’AFFAIRES IN BAGHDAD, JOSHUA HARRIS”. Abdul Amir Taiban denies the existence of an American veto on Ali al-Zaidi, who is tasked with forming the next government, and confirms that all leaders of the framework support this assignment.

Al-Zaidi at the US embassy hours after the framework was nominated and approved – Taiban.

A day after Ali al-Zaidi was tasked with forming Iraq’s ninth government, Abdul Amir Taiban, an advisor to the outgoing prime minister, said that al-Zaidi met with the US chargé d’affaires in Baghdad, Joshua Harris, considering this meeting a “green card” and an American approval and blessing of his appointment, contrary to the voices that say there is an American “veto” on his appointment.

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😊 In the following article we learn a bit about al-Zaidi from al-Sudani. It is titled “ABDUL-AMIR AL-TAIBAN, AN ADVISOR TO THE OUTGOING PRIME MINISTER, DESCRIBED THE PRIME MINISTER-DESIGNATE, ALI AL-ZAIDI, AS A “BREAD MAN” Ali Al-Zaidi is an economist far removed from corruption, terrorism, and security issues, who serves citizens by providing food baskets on credit. Al-Zaydi has no terrorism charges, no files, and no problems. He is an economist and is busy with his work. “There must be bread for the Iraqis, he is the bread man.” The citizen is provided with a food basket on credit and has 2 billion dinars due to him, so give it to him.

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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!

Prophetic Words from the prophets: Julie Green

Go to the 00:01 mark for more of the prophecies already fulfilled. Today is a dive into these prophecies with a new one given for today that follows below.

“There Are Betrayers In The Whitehouse “

Go to the 22:06 mark to watch the prophecy. From April 19, 2026

Fr. DON BOSCO EXPOSED THE DARK SECRET BEHIND ISLAM

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

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

How does this all fit into prophecy?

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

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

WHAT PLANET DOES OBAMA LIVE ON?

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

‘NOBODY’S BUYING IT’

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

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

US TIGHTENS IRAN BLOCKADE

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

DO THEY THINK WE ARE STUPID? MAYBE WE ARE!

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

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.

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

THE PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC AFFIRMS TO THE GOVERNOR OF THE CENTRAL BANK THE NECESSITY OF STRENGTHENING THE IRAQI DINAR.

President Nizar Amidi emphasized to the Governor of the Central Bank of Iraq, Ali Al-Alaq, on Saturday (April 25, 2026), the necessity of strengthening the Iraqi dinar and continuing reforms.

A statement from the Presidency, received by Baghdad Today, indicated that “President Nizar Amidi received the Governor of the Central Bank of Iraq, Ali Al-Alaq, who offered his congratulations on assuming the presidency.”

The President expressed his “gratitude and appreciation for the kind congratulations,” stressing “the importance of cooperation between monetary and financial institutions in supporting economic stability and achieving sustainable development.”

The President emphasized “the necessity of strengthening the Iraqi dinar and continuing reforms,” noting that “the Presidency supports the bank’s monetary policies that contribute to improving the standard of living for citizens and stimulating growth in the country.”

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MP: REPEATEDLY POSTPONING MEETINGS TO DECIDE ON THE PRIME MINISTERSHIP COULD OPEN A DOOR FOR FOREIGN INTERFERENCE

MP Mukhtar al-Youssef, from the Badr parliamentary bloc, warned on Tuesday against the repeated postponement of meetings of the Coordination Framework regarding the selection of the largest bloc’s candidate for the position of the next prime minister. He called on the framework’s leaders to resolve the issue next Wednesday, as further delays could open the door to foreign interference.

Al-Youssef told the Information Agency that “the leaders of the Coordination Framework are obligated to their constituents and the Iraqi public to resolve this issue in next Wednesday’s meeting,” warning that “continued postponement will have undesirable repercussions on the political landscape.”

He added that “failure to resolve the prime minister issue as quickly as possible could open the door to foreign interference in national affairs, which is completely unacceptable.”

It is worth noting that the leaders of the Coordination Framework held a meeting Monday evening without reaching an agreement on the largest bloc’s candidate for the next prime minister, and the meeting was postponed until Wednesday.

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WHAT WILL HE CHOOSE? THE SUDANESE GOVERNMENT FACES WASHINGTON’S DEMANDS TO CUT THE SALARIES OF THE POPULAR MOBILIZATION FORCES AND TARGET THE FACTIONS.

The head of the Reconstruction and Development bloc, Bahaa al-Araji, revealed that there is a division within the coordination framework regarding the mechanism for choosing the next prime minister, between the “signatures” system adopted by the State of Law bloc and “direct voting,” stressing that Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani is facing harsh American conditions, including cutting the salaries of the Popular Mobilization Forces and striking some factions .

Al-Araji said in a televised interview followed by Al-Sa’a Network that “Monday’s framework session resulted in the submission of 6 signatures from the State of Law coalition in favor of Basim Al-Badri, while Hadi Al-Amiri proposed the option of direct voting instead of signatures to choose the Prime Minister, and after his intervention the discussion moved to the selection mechanism .”

He added that “the proposed new mechanism is based on the candidate obtaining two-thirds of the votes of the leaders of the framework, and in the second stage two-thirds of the members of the House of Representatives from the framework. It was proposed by Al-Amiri, Al-Hakim and Al-Khazali, but it was rejected by the State of Law, and the discussion about it was postponed to the next session .”

He added that “the upcoming coordination framework meeting will not discuss the selection of the prime minister unless the selection mechanism is decided, with the direct voting option being the most likely to be fair .”

He pointed out that “Al-Asadi did not sign, despite being part of the Reconstruction and Development bloc, and expressed conditional approval related to the signing of other leaders in favor of Bassem Al-Badri, while the bloc did not adopt the mechanism of signatures at all and preferred to vote by raising hands as usual .”

He stressed that “choosing the prime minister is not the most important thing at the moment, but rather the unity of the coordinating framework, especially in light of international discussions related to the Iraqi political system .”

He added that “Al-Sudani prepared his government program before the elections, and it included restricting weapons to the state, and he rejects dealing with the issue with violence and prefers political and legal solutions .”

He explained that “the United States had put forward two main demands during the past period, which were to cut off the salaries of the Popular Mobilization Forces and to strike some factions, which Al-Sudani rejected .”

He explained that “the current stage includes American conditions, which does not mean accepting them, but it requires dealing with them under complex circumstances,” noting that “some strikes that targeted diplomatic interests contributed to strained relations and the departure of a number of missions .”

Al-Araji pointed out that “about 90% of diplomatic missions have left Iraq, especially the Arab ones, as a result of attacks targeting some countries, which has negatively affected the political and economic reality, including the delay in the flow of dollars into the country

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A BILLION DOLLARS TO PREVENT MALIKI… FINANCIAL INTERVENTIONS SHAKE THE SELECTION OF THE PRIME MINISTER

Al-Fartousi denied, in a televised interview followed by Al-Sa’a Network: “targeting Saudi facilities or infrastructure from inside Iraq,” stressing that “the target was the American military bases, in addition to responding to the sources of fire .”

He added that “20% of the strikes that targeted Iraq were directed towards the factions, while the remaining percentage targeted other targets,

such as the Popular Mobilization Forces, the tribal forces, and some areas in Kirkuk .”

He continued, saying: “You have not freed yourselves from American restrictions, and you say that the dollar stopped because of us, but the truth is that the dollar stopped as a result of the American dictates imposed on Iraq.”

He added, “Whoever speaks of an independent state and rejects any infringement on its sovereignty by the factions must enforce this sovereignty and prevent attacks, and not turn the state into a ‘gas station’ where American planes land even on rooftops, and free up his money and engage in real commercial transactions, and then he can hold us accountable even for a Kalashnikov bullet .”

He denied “the existence of coordination between the Iraqi factions and the Iranian Revolutionary Guard during the ongoing war in the region,” stressing that “the factions know their duties and objectives, and have accuracy in identifying information, and that coordination was only in principle, and does not exist at the military level .”

Al-Fartousi stressed “the need to respect the Iraqi constitution, which guarantees the right to vote and run for office,” saying: “We have won seats and we have the right to participate in the government .”

He asked: “Do you want to abolish the Constitution because Trump doesn’t like it? Do you want to suspend it because he refuses to allow factions to participate in the government? This is a question that politicians must answer .”

He pointed out that “armed factions existed before the constitution, and he could have stipulated their prohibition if he had wanted to .”

He explained that “what is being circulated about American messages is sometimes used to eliminate opponents within the political process and to monopolize positions, as some parties try to use the American position as a pretext to exclude other parties from participating in the government .”

He added that “one billion dollars was paid to prevent the Coordination Framework from proceeding with the nomination of Maliki for the premiership,” while he declined to confirm or deny the party to which this amount was paid .

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A PARLIAMENTARY MESSAGE TO THE FRAMEWORK: NO DEADLINE AFTER SATURDAY, WE WILL CHOOSE THE PRIME MINISTER.

Mahmoud al-Shammari, a member of the Services Bloc in the Iraqi Parliament, revealed on Thursday evening that members of Parliament intend to collect signatures and send an official letter to the President of the Republic to nominate a suitable person for the position of Prime Minister, in the event that the Coordination Framework does not reach an agreement on choosing a candidate by next Saturday.

Al-Shammari told Shafaq News Agency that “if the coordination framework does not reach an agreement to choose a candidate for the position of Prime Minister within the constitutionally specified period, then the members of the House of Representatives will have a different opinion on the matter.”

He added: “We are waiting for the leadership of the framework until next Saturday, and if they do not reach an agreement to choose the appropriate candidate for the position of Prime Minister, then the members of Parliament will collect signatures and send an official letter to the President of the Republic to nominate the appropriate person and get out of the political deadlock.”

The MP stressed that “the House of Representatives is capable of nominating the person as it is the legislative authority in the country and the highest authority in the Iraqi state,” noting that “the continuation of the situation as it is and the continuation of the caretaker government and 10 vacant ministries without a minister pushes us to intervene in the matter of choosing the candidate for the next government.”

A member of the coordination framework, Amer Al-Fayez, told Shafaq News Agency on Thursday that the ongoing meetings had led to important understandings to resolve the disputes, suggesting that the nomination of a candidate for the premiership would be decided within the next few hours.

With Iraq entering the post-election phase of President Nizar Amidi, attention is turning to the most important entitlement, which is the formation of the new government, amidst heated political debate within the coordination framework regarding the prime minister candidate.

The coordinating framework had set a date for a crucial meeting last Saturday, before postponing it to Monday, with the aim of deciding on a candidate for the premiership. However, the meeting ended without reaching a final agreement, so it was postponed to Wednesday, before being postponed again to Friday.

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THE IRAQI PARLIAMENT’S LEGISLATIVE SESSION HAS BEEN EXTENDED FOR AN ADDITIONAL MONTH (UPDATE).

Al-Hilali told Shafaq News Agency that “there is an agreement between the Speaker of Parliament and the heads of the political blocs to extend the current legislative session for another month, after the first legislative session was scheduled to end during these days, and to continue until the end of next month.”

She added that “the decision to extend comes in order to form the next government, which will follow the appointment of the candidate of the Coordination Framework, and in accordance with Article 76 of the Constitution, which stipulates that the person tasked with forming the government shall present his ministerial formation to the House of Representatives within a period of 30 days.”

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EXPECTED DECISION TODAY: AL-SUDANI IS THE MOST LIKELY CANDIDATE FOR PRIME MINISTER AFTER THE CHANCES OF AL-MALIKI’S CANDIDATE DIMINISHED.

All eyes are on Saturday for a crucial meeting of the Coordination Framework forces, which is expected to end the debate over the name of the next prime minister, after postponing the decision that was scheduled for Friday, amid rapid developments in the positions of the political forces.

According to the sources, the ball is back in Sudani’s court, who has become the most likely candidate to receive the official mandate to form the new government, in light of growing consensus within the Shiite forces.

The information indicated that Maliki showed some flexibility in his position during the last few hours, with indications that he would move towards supporting the consensus of the framework forces on assigning Al-Sudani, in order to avoid further political division.

Today’s meeting is expected to produce a decisive announcement regarding the appointment of the prime minister, in a move that could pave the way for a new political phase characterized by consensus and an attempt to contain the disputes within the Shiite political establishment.

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WHY DOES IRAQ FAIL TO ACHIEVE SELF-SUFFICIENCY DESPITE ITS RESOURCES?

Shafaq News – Baghdad
Iraq continues to rely heavily on imports to secure its needs for basic and consumer goods, at a time when local production faces accumulating challenges that limit its ability to compete, despite the availability of natural and human resources.

(Mnt Goat: We can clearly see opportunities are wide spread in Iraq for investors to come and work with them to develop these resources. But will they come under a climate of instability with Iranian influences abound in the government? But president Trump has a plan to turn this around but he first needs SECURITY and STABIITY.)

This comes in conjunction with what was revealed in a recent study published by the Nature Food Council, which showed that Iraq is among the countries unable to achieve food self-sufficiency, reflecting the depth of the gap between available potential and production reality.

The Iraqi market relies on importing a wide range of goods, primarily food and agricultural products, along with electrical appliances and construction materials, which makes the economy vulnerable to external fluctuations, whether in commodity prices or global supply chains.

Local products also face additional challenges related to weak customs protection and the existence of informal outlets through which goods enter without sufficient control, which increases pressure on the local product and reduces its growth opportunities within the market.

Over-reliance threatens the economy

Economic expert Mohammed Al-Hassani told Shafaq News Agency that “Iraq’s dependence on imports remains very high, as estimates indicate that total imports of goods and services exceed $100 billion annually, of which about $80 to $90 billion are for goods alone.”

He added that “this great dependence on the outside world has made the Iraqi economy one of the most affected by geopolitical crises, especially in light of the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, which is a major passage for trade and energy.”

Al-Hassani explained that “Iraq has begun to face direct repercussions as a result of this closure, represented by the increase in shipping and insurance costs, the delay in the arrival of some goods, as well as the increase in the prices of a number of goods in the local market.”

He pointed out that “excessive reliance on imports puts the country in a vulnerable position to any external shock, as global crises are quickly reflected internally, whether through price increases or shortages of some materials,” adding that “what is happening now highlights the urgent need to reduce reliance on imports by supporting local production, especially since the crises have revealed the limited ability of the market to withstand without imports.”

Reports indicate that Iraq’s import volume is very high, estimated at more than $100 billion annually, of which $80–90 billion is for goods.

Imports cover more than 50% of Iraq’s food needs, with almost complete dependence (70–100%) on foreign sources for basic commodities such as vegetable oils, sugar and rice, making the local market directly linked to global markets and their fluctuations.

The laws are ineffective.

Meanwhile, economist Hilal Al-Taan, speaking to Shafaq News Agency, said that Iraq does indeed have a legislative system aimed at protecting local products, but its implementation is still weak and insufficient, which limits its ability to have a real impact on the market.

The expert continued, saying that “the laws of product protection, consumer protection, competition and prevention of monopoly grant the concerned authorities the powers to impose duties on imported goods, prevent dumping, and provide support to the industrial and agricultural sectors,” indicating that “these laws, despite their importance, have not been activated as required, which has kept the Iraqi market largely open to imports since 2003.”

According to Al-Ta’an, “weak customs control at times, along with high local production costs and a lack of government support for the agricultural and industrial sectors, have all contributed to weakening the competitiveness of the national product.” He explained that the entry of cheap goods into Iraq is due to the weak application of customs tariffs, as well as the existence of cases of evasion through reducing the real values of imported goods, which allows the entry of low-priced products from neighboring countries.

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IRAQ PM NOMINATION RULES: LEGAL EXPERT BREAKS DOWN ARTICLE 76

Mohammed Jangadost

26/04/2026

The Freedom Monument (Nasb al-Hurriyah) located in Tahrir Square in Baghdad, Iraq.

A legal expert has outlined how Article 76 of Iraq’s 2005 Constitution governs the nomination of a prime minister and provides a framework to prevent a constitutional vacuum during political deadlock.

Article 76 and the Nomination Process

Ali al-Tamimi said Article 76 is the cornerstone of the mechanism for forming the government, requiring the president to task the nominee of the largest parliamentary bloc with forming the Council of Ministers within 15 days of the president’s election.

He described the provision as a “clear constitutional roadmap” designed to ensure continuity of executive authority.

How the 15-Day Deadline Is Calculated

Al-Tamimi noted that the Federal Supreme Court of Iraq, in Decision No. 76 of 2009, established that public holidays are not counted within the 15-day period under Civil Procedure Law No. 83 of 1969.
However, if the final day of the deadline falls on a public holiday, the period is extended to the next working day, according to judicial interpretation.

What Happens if No Candidate Is Presented

He explained that the president may refer the matter to the Federal Supreme Court for interpretation, in line with Article 7 of the court’s internal regulations, which allow formal requests for constitutional clarification.

Binding Authority of the Court

Under Article 94 of the Constitution, rulings by the Federal Supreme Court are final and binding on all authorities.

Al-Tamimi said this ensures that the court’s interpretation becomes the decisive mechanism for resolving disputes and preventing political maneuvering that could lead to a constitutional vacuum.

Ensuring Stability Through Deadlines

The expert stressed that constitutional timelines are essential safeguards for Iraq’s political stability.
“The constitution provides not only deadlines but also a clear path for resolving disputes,” he said, adding that recourse to the court offers a definitive solution in cases of uncertainty.

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THE FORMATION OF THE GOVERNMENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED UNTIL AFTER EID AL-ADHA, AND THE FRAMEWORK REMAINS IN AN OPEN-ENDED IMPASSE.

The Independent – The selection of a prime minister candidate within the coordination framework has entered a more complicated phase, after the postponement of the meeting that was scheduled for Sunday evening, amid expectations that the decision will be postponed until after Eid al-Adha, as a number of deputies and leaders of the framework head to perform the Hajj rituals, and sharp disagreements continue regarding the proposed names and the mechanism for reaching a consensus candidate.

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MALIKI AND SUDANI AGREE TO PASS ALI AL-ZAIDI AS A COMPROMISE CANDIDATE

Political sources revealed on Monday that Nouri al-Maliki, head of the State of Law Coalition, and Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, agreed to nominate Ali al-Zidi as a compromise candidate for the premiership.

The sources said that “Al-Zaydi enjoys extensive relations with all the leaders of the coordination framework, in addition to his relationship with the private office of the leader of the Sadrist movement, Muqtada al-Sadr.”

She added that “Al-Zaydi may face difficulties in forming the government and getting it passed in parliament after he is appointed.”

She indicated that “Al-Zidi’s nomination came after the head of the Popular Mobilization Forces, Faleh Al-Fayyad, hosted two meetings during the past 24 hours with Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani and the head of the State of Law Coalition, Nouri Al-Maliki, for the purpose of deciding on the position,” explaining that “the first meeting was held yesterday, and the second was held this afternoon, during which a final agreement was reached on naming the candidate for the position of Prime Minister.”

The coordinating framework officially nominates Ali al-Zaidi for the position of Prime Minister.

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AL-ZAIDI: WE WILL FORM A GOVERNMENT THAT RESPONDS TO THE CITIZENS’ DEMANDS FOR ESTABLISHING SECURITY AND STABILITY.

Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zidi affirmed on Monday (April 27, 2026) his intention to work with all political forces to form a new government that responds to the demands of citizens and contributes to consolidating security and stability and achieving comprehensive development in the country.

Al-Zaydi said in his first statement after being appointed, as reported by Baghdad Today, that “we are determined to work with various political forces to form a government capable of meeting the aspirations of Iraqis,” stressing the importance of national cooperation to overcome current challenges.

Al-Zaydi’s statement comes after he was officially tasked by the President of the Republic with forming the new government, following his nomination by the largest parliamentary bloc within the House of Representatives.

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WHY ALI AL-ZAIDI WAS CHOSEN TO FAIL

THE NOMINATION OF ALI AL-ZAIDI IS A MASTER-CLASS IN POLITICAL THEATRE. IT IS A FAKE SOLUTION TO A REAL CRISIS.

In the labyrinthine world of Iraqi politics, history doesn’t just repeat itself—it is weaponised. On April 27, 2026, when President Nizar Amidi tasked businessman Ali al-Zaidi with forming a government, a collective sense of déjà vu swept across Baghdad.

To the international community, it looked like a breakthrough after months of deadlock. To the Iraqi people, it looked like the revival of a tired, cynical script: the “Burnt Card” protocol. The script was familiar. The names had changed. The outcome had not.

What Iraq has perfected over the past two decades is not coalition-building, but delay engineering. The nomination of expendable candidates—what insiders quietly describe as “burnt cards”—is not a malfunction of the system. It is the system. These figures are not selected to govern. They are deployed to absorb pressure, exhaust constitutional timelines, and preserve the fragile equilibrium of competing factions.

To understand why Ali al-Zaidi’s nomination is likely a hollow gesture that will not lead to the formation of a government one must look back to the chaotic spring of 2020. The parallels are not just striking; they are identical.

By examining the failures of Mohammed Tawfiq Allawi and Adnan al-Zurfi, we can see that Zaidi is not being set up to lead Iraq—he is being set up to fail, buying the ruling elite the one currency they value most: time.

While Iraq’s political elite may be trying to buy time, it risks buying something far more dangerous for the Iraqi people: instability. This is a particularly dangerous moment to test Washington’s red lines—especially under a Trump administration that has intensified a US Treasury-led “Economic Fury” campaign, effectively turning sanctions enforcement into a parallel theatre of economic war against Iran and its networks. Washington has made clear that a central objective of its current policy is to disrupt Iran’s grip on Iraq—particularly the militia and financial networks that underpin it.

Earlier this month, under the US Rewards for Justice program, the US Embassy in Baghdad issued a reward notice of up to $10 million targeting Ahmed al-Hamidawi of Kataib Hezbollah. In recent days, this was followed by additional reward notices—also of up to $10 million each—targeting figures such as Abu Ala al-Wala’i (Hashim Finyan Rahim al-Saraji of Kataib Sayyid al-Shuhada) and Haydar al-Gharawi (Haydar Muzhir Ma’lak al-Sa’idi of Harakat Ansar Allah al-Awfiya), underscoring that these networks are not abstract, but actively being identified and targeted in real time.

Against this backdrop, the signals from Washington are becoming increasingly explicit.

A senior advisor to President Trump familiar with the matter was unequivocal: “If this Ali al-Zaidi nomination leads to the formation of a government, the United States will sanction the Iraqi government and suspend cooperation—just as we warned we would if Nouri al-Maliki were brought back to power.”

This is not the first time Iraq’s political class has navigated external pressure through controlled failure.

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AN ADVISOR TO THE OUTGOING PRIME MINISTER, SAID THAT AL-ZAIDI MET WITH THE US CHARGÉ D’AFFAIRES IN BAGHDAD, JOSHUA HARRIS

Abdul Amir Taiban denies the existence of an American veto on Ali al-Zaidi, who is tasked with forming the next government, and confirms that all leaders of the framework support this assignment.

Al-Zaidi at the US embassy hours after the framework was nominated and approved – Taiban.

In an interview with journalist Laith Al-Jazaeri, which was followed by 964, Taiban reveals a “unique situation” that the framework was not accustomed to, after it unanimously agreed to nominate Al-Zaidi, a situation that the framework had lacked throughout the past five months. He explained that the absence of Humaam Hamoudi and Amar Al-Hakim from the picture during Al-Zaidi’s assignment does not mean that they do not support his assignment, revealing absolute support for Al-Zaidi’s assignment.

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ABDUL-AMIR AL-TAIBAN, AN ADVISOR TO THE OUTGOING PRIME MINISTER, DESCRIBED THE PRIME MINISTER-DESIGNATE, ALI AL-ZAIDI, AS A “BREAD MAN,”

Ali Al-Zaidi is an economist far removed from corruption, terrorism, and security issues, who serves citizens by providing food baskets on credit. Al-Taiban revealed that al-Zaidi is owed 2 billion dinars by the government for the past two years, but confirmed that he will not pursue this debt after assuming the premiership. Al-Taiban’s statements during an interview with journalist Amal Ali, which was :964 Networkfollowed by Al-Sudani’s advisor on the new prime minister: “He’s a breadwinner” and is preparing a basket for the Iraqis.

Abdul-Amir al-Taiban, an advisor to the outgoing prime minister, described the prime minister-designate, Ali al-Zaidi, as a “bread man,” an economist far removed from corruption, terrorism, and security issues, who serves citizens by providing food baskets on credit. Al-Taiban revealed that al-Zaidi is owed 2 billion dinars by the government for the past two years, but confirmed that he will not pursue this debt after assuming the premiership.

Al-Zaydi has no terrorism charges, no files, and no problems. He is an economist and is busy with his work. “There must be bread for the Iraqis, he is the bread man.” The citizen is provided with a food basket on credit and has 2 billion dinars due to him, so give it to him. This amount has been frozen for two years. There is a difference between someone who asks for something and someone who wants to plunder. They should give him his “money” first, and then he can plunder later if he wants. I promise that he will not say, “Give me my money,” and if he asks, I will talk to him and he will definitely drop it.

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

Just the FACTS!

Auf Wiedersehen

Much love to ya all,

Mnt Goat

April 23, 2026 Edition Latest Mnt Goat Newsletter

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April 23, 2026 Mnt Goat News Brief

Guten Tag everyone:

The RV saga continues with the election cycle. There were meetings to decide on the new nominee scheduled for Sunday, Monday, then Wednesday. Well, well wouldn’t you know it last night’s meeting delivered nothing…. Go figure… the clock is ticking and ends Sunday 4/26. Will they string it out right to the very end? We have to remember that this is just not another election cycle. Can’t you feel it too. There is a huge change in the wind coming for Iraq that will come out of all this stagnation. Sometimes we have to suffer to it to get to it… Watch it play out.

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STATUS OF THE RV

It is a beautiful day here in the Bavarian Alps. The sky is clear blue and weather is warming up nicely. The snowcapped mountains are melting, and the streams are clear and fresh. Spring has truly sprung. Let’s get to the news for this period of the Newsletter. Again, I have to put out a special THANK YOU to all who contribute to show their appreciation for all the hard work I do in bringing this news to you. Again, I say I am concerned about the TRUTH not hype, rumors or speculation.

In today’s news there are rays of sunshine too as we get closer to the end of Iranian Islamic terrorist regime. Just learn patience as Rome was not built in a day…lol..lol.. There is a very calculated strategy here being played out with Iran and you can’t rush it. The US is already in phase 2 of the strategy. There will be some major changes in Iraq too in this regard once this strategy is fully completed.

In a quick update about the Iraqi election saga, we learn that the meetings that were supposed to decide on the prime minister candidate this week did not result in selecting a new nominee for the position. We are told the deadline is this weekend and the end to constitutional clock is nearing.

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In the article from yesterday Wednesday is titled “TONIGHT’S DECISION… THE COORDINATING FRAMEWORK IS MOVING TOWARDS FINALIZING THE PRIME MINISTERIAL CANDIDATE IN ITS MEETING TODAY” MP Sakr Al-Muhammadawi, from the Sadiqun bloc, revealed on Wednesday the latest developments regarding the anticipated meeting of the leaders of the coordination framework, scheduled to be held tonight to decide on a candidate for the position of Prime Minister.

“Al-Muhammadi told Shafaq News, as reported by Kalima News, that the meeting will be held on schedule without postponement, stressing that all parties are waiting for the framework decision to determine the name of the candidate”.

It’s Thursday morning and well, well the meeting was postponed again….. go figure…..

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In this next article we can clearly see the dangers of the delay in the election and its ramifications on the government and the progress of the country as a whole, thus our RV too. The temporary caretaker government of Al-Sudani can not put the 2026 budget together. This now makes two years that Iraq has not had a budget. Is something grossly dysfunctional on how they process elections? The article title is “PARLIAMENT PREEMPTS THE DECISION ON THE PRIME MINISTERIAL CANDIDATE… RASHID: THERE WILL BE NO BUDGET FOR THE CURRENT YEAR, 2026.”

MP Ahmed Hama Rashid stated to the Iraqi National News Agency ( NINA ), “There is no budget for the current year, 2026, because the draft budget law must be prepared by mid-May 2025 and there is no government to do it. Therefore, there will be no budget law for the current year.”

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Again, I will emphasize that this problem with the elections occurs because of two reasons: the first reason is we find a major flaw in the election process as a whole for Iraq. The process flaw is in finding the ‘majority block’. Two many parties are able to run for election and this criteria must be changed. Iraq must address the issue of elections from the ground up beginning with the taking of the popular vote.

I will also emphasize that in the future there must be some sort of criteria to even allow many of these so-called parties to qualify to run in the election in the first place. Yes, this is at the root of the problem and allows the corruption right from the beginning of the process. For instance, there must be some sort of cap to allow them even run on the ballot, such as the number of votes they received in the last elections. Leaving the voting process the way it is allows the dispersion of the votes to too many ‘opinions” and thus will never allow any candidate to get a majority of the popular vote, thus realistically satisfy the candidate the people really want to run their country.

Instead, this process allows for monkey business/horse trading in deciding the majority block that can decide who is going to form and run the next government. Is this fair to the people? The way works today a majority block can be formed taking thousands of votes combined from ill-fated parties whose voting can be pro-Iranian groups such as from the militias, who are allowed to votes, believe it or not. The congregate overrides any one party’s votes by combining them to form the majority block. There seems to be no rewards for any politicians that made major accomplishments for the Iraqi people in the prior government but rather for Iran (we see in pushing al-Sudani out).

And the second reason is if you showed anything in your past position in the government that was not pro-Iranian or betrayed the pro-Iranian Shiites, you don’t stand a chance of being part of the next government. You can see how this method slowly eliminates any real patriots of Iraq but rather builds a government eventually surrounded only by Iranian loyalists. It does not take very many election cycles to come to this point of no return and Iraq is now just about there, thus this current election process is all about the final straw. Are there enough Iraq patriots to break this Iranian hold on Iraq?

The aftermath of this flawed process is that the average citizen has very little say in the process. This is not a true democrat process by any means. As we have witnessed in the past and present elections with the Coordination Framework forming the majority block and the inability for the block to nominate a new prime minister, that this current process simply is not working. The process needs to be all inclusive of the people’s popular vote and allow for the selectin of a nominee directly by the people, one that will work for the people and not be horse traded away. The idea that the Coordination Framework could even possibly nominate Nouri al-Maliki once again shows us just how broken the process really is. This of course is not just an opinion of mine but shared by many in the Trump administration of constituents.

It is also flagrantly obvious that this entire election process in Iraq has been so far so bold, and right in our faces, about an attempt for more Iranian control. Even an idiot can see it.

So, we can be on the look out for some major shakeups in this area in the near future in this election process as the US has already met with the Iraqi Supreme Judicial Council (like the US Supreme Court) and it has rendered it’s ruling on this issue of how a majority block should be formed according to the constitution. It was, of course, just ignored. We are already hearing rhetoric from Washington in this direction of fixing it.

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This next article just about sums up Washington’s vies of what happening in Iraq. It is title “THE NEW YORK TIMES: THE TRUMP ADMINISTRATION IS DEMANDING THE NOMINATION OF A NEW PRIME MINISTER FOR IRAQ”. In it the newspaper New York Times revealed, that the administration of US President Donald Trump calls for the nomination of a new prime minister for Iraq,” adding, “America has halted security cooperation with Iraq this includes training and financial support. The official added, Washington it suspended its support and funding for Iraqi security forces until a new prime minister is elected and one that the US can work with. There is also still an issue with the militia PMF forces that must be resolved.

Did you know that part of the aid the US was giving to Iraq went towards paying salaries to the Iranian Qud forces militia stationed inside Iraq. These are the same forces along with infiltrated terrorists organizations that are bombing and sending missiles at US bases in Iraq? Honestly can anything be more insane. Is the US out of their minds? Yes, there are many reasons why this aid must stop for good. Stop using it as a carrot instead just cut it off. The US still has plenty more leverage with the DFI fund transfers to support any Iraq budget.

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😊 In the following article titled “US BLOCKS REGULAR $500 MILLION CASH PALLETS FLOWN TO IRAQ, OVER PRO-IRAN MILITIAS” we read of a confirmation of some early reporting in The Wall Street Journal that has verified something that Iraqi officials themselves were denying just days ago: the US is blocking Iraq’s regular dollar shipments in order to pressure it’s Iran-backed militias. This has already been going since February when Trump gave Iraq his last warning about these militia in Iraq. “The Trump administration has suspended U.S. dollar shipments to Iraq and frozen security cooperation programs with its military, escalating the pressure on Baghdad to dismantle powerful Iranian-backed militias“

I have to ask why is the US still send any aid to Iraq. What is in it for the US citizen, yet the taxpayer paying for all this aid? Where is our investment going in the dinar? When will Iraq actually be made accountable for all this aid money and the cost of the war? While Iraq takes in billions each month in oil revenues and piles up cash in their reserves what does the US have to show for helping them gain their independence if you can even all it that.

In this regard you might also want to read the following article on this subject matter to get more details. It is titled “THE BILL FOR THE NEW REGIME: WILL WASHINGTON TURN DOLLAR SHIPMENTS INTO A “VETO” THAT SHAPES THE FEATURES OF THE NEXT STAGE?”

For his part, Anwar Al-Alwani, an advisor and member of the Progress Party, says that “economic alternatives and solutions between Baghdad and Washington require a good relationship with the American side,” explaining that “Washington is responsible for the flow of dollars, and therefore any dispute or setback in the relationship between Baghdad and Washington will harm the country’s interest in general, and especially the Iraqi citizen, especially in light of the financial and economic challenges that followed the events between Iran, America and Israel.”

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Next, we read more about this topic of what has been going on in Iraq since the past in the article titled “THE US OVERTHROW OF BAATHIST SUNNI SADDAM HUSSEIN EFFECTIVELY HANDED THE COUNTRY OVER TO PRO-TEHRAN LEADERSHIP”.

— Al Mayadeen English (@MayadeenEnglish) April 22, 2026

“Currently the Coordination Framework (CF), which is the largest Iran-aligned parliamentary bloc of Shia parties, is racing to pick a new prime minister for the country – but reportedly neither of the two main candidates are acceptable to Washington”. Just so you now this article is referring to Maliki and Badri not Maliki and Sudani as many of these stupid intel gurus are telling you.

There’s a huge lasting irony to the Iraq war and the Bush-Cheney legacy. The US overthrow of Baathist Sunni Saddam Hussein effectively handed the country over to pro-Tehran leadership. Was this just stupidity or intentional? And the US has been dealing with the fallout in the region from the ‘Shia axis’ ever since. Of course the war with ISIS did not help either and just gave a con-job to the Iraqi people in letting thousands of Iranian Qud forces inside Iraq to fight ISIS and never left. Someone has to clean up this mess in the middle east left by Bush-Cheney, Obama and Maliki legacies.

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In the ongoing conflict with Iran we get an update of the block aid. Now everyone needs to remember that the ceasefire required Iran to allow ships to pass through the strait. Just a day later Iran fired on ships passing through. The US block aid included any incoming vessel delivering weapons, ammo or missiles to Iran, go figure why…. Also any out going tankers delivering oil from Iran. How long can this economic block aid continue before the Iranian economy is in shambles. IN the article titled “THE US MILITARY ANNOUNCES THE RETURN OF 29 SHIPS AS PART OF THE NAVAL BLOCKADE AGAINST IRAN.” We learn the US Central Command announced on Wednesday that it had turned back 29 Iranian vessels that attempted to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, asserting that reports of three vessels crossing in the past 24 hours were inaccurate. The command said in a statement that “US forces have ordered 29 ships to return to port or turn back as part of the US embargo on Iran.”

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Next I want to bring you some news from my blog. It appears that there are still some doubters about this investment in the Iraq dinar.

EVERYONE PLEASE READ THIS AND WATCH THE VIDEO THAT FOLLOWS:

Mnt Goat: With my knowledge and study of the revaluation of the Iraq dinar I do not think, but I know, this dinar is going to revalue soon and it will revalue under the Trump administration. All Chapter VII sanctions are gone as well as all other obstacles except one including the OFAC sanctions which limits trading of the IQD, meaning it is not yet on FOREX or other currency trading platforms. This is the last step and this step is going to happen soon as it has to for the Trump plan for Iraq to get investors flocking into Iraq. I am not saying it will happen tomorrow but my CBI contact recently told me they are already conducting the re-education phase to make citizens aware that this removing of the zeros is coming. Why would they do this now again? My contact is on the committee to roll out the lower denominations when this even occurs.

Do not get discouraged and hang on to your dinar. Next, I want to present someone who came into the blog and comments about the RV happening and their negativity about the rate that many bankers have recently seen popping up on secured screens for potential changes to currencies. These screen are very restricted so normal bank personnel do not have access to them. Yes, there are a list of currencies on it, some devaluing and other with huge increases. Could this be the ‘reset’ and the putting of currencies on a’ level playing field’ that Trump keeps talking about? Please also watch the video that follows. It is talks about the dinar and exactly where we are today with it.

Statement from pdt4146 on the blog:

“we already know the rate of exchange for our dinars will be about $4.80 per dinar outside the country of Iraq“. Ive read the process over the last 14 years many times, unfortunately . I still cant believe Dis-functional Iraq could have the most valued currency in the world. imo Patrick

Statement from Mnt Goat:

Gutten Tag pdt4161, LISTEN TO ME! Instead of over thinking this Iraqi IQD value with your own hype and discouragement, why not look at the FACTS! Spend the time doing your ownn research. If you are too busy or lazy than listen to those that have, get it? Right now, and I mean right now, today you can go on FOREX and see the trends for the Kuwaiti dinar 1 KWD is equal to $3.24 USD. Yes, the KWD is the strongest currency in the world. Take a look at the assets of Iraq as they more than double that of Kuwaiti. Yes, Iraq right next door to Kuwait. Why would anyone doubt that the IQD could possibly come out on a reinstatement at $4.80. I don’t get the ignorance.

I got you beat by 8 years, yes over 22 years in my investment of the dinar and not once have I said such negative bullshit. You know I am so sick and tired of bashers of this investment. I go to extreme measures to try to teach my viewers the TRUTH, yes the TRUTH, and people like you come on and trash us serious investors who have been studying this IQD for over 23 years. Really now, how about listening to us for a change.

Yes, do your own research or just sit back, listen to us and shut the hell up!

NATO CONTRACTOR GIVES HIS PERSPECTIVE ABOUT THE IRAQI DINAR

Conversations with Guy Ventresca about the Iraqi dinar. Guy was a US Army officer during the Cold War, he transitioned from the military to the blossoming I.T. industry by joining Wang Labs and their Federal Systems Division, as account manager for NATO forces in West Germany and West Berlin. Returning to the US in 1991, he lived in Washington D.C. for seven years, working for different government contractors in the Defense and Civilian sectors, again experiencing how procurement and contracting are the heart of various power centers.

Just to let everyone know a statement made in this video I absolutely do not agree with. The statement says that war was the only alternative and it is the industrial complex that gears up and moves in without hesitation. But Guy forgets that sanctions over Iran have tried over and over for the past 20 years to eliminate the nuclear development and simply did not work. This is not Trump’s war but a mess he inherited to complete.

Even the first bombings and severe sanctions under the Trump administration seem to not work. Remember also Hamas attacks on Israel on Oct 7^th were funded by Iran who had openly told the world it would ‘kill every Jew on the plant’. Sound familiar? Also, it has openly stated many times ‘death to America’. Sound familiar again?

Are these fighting words or what? So, are we just supposed to sit back and let them roll over us with a threat of a nuclear warhead if we don’t do what they want in the middle east. Seems to me this change in regime is way over due.

When you are dealing with Islamic extremists you must fight fire with fire as they do not understand terms of peace. They just can’t see for some reason why peace is a better a solution. It is a dark cult of extremist. Even the bible says that at times like this we must defend ourselves. There is no sin in defending. They force war upon themselves as their lie after lie shows us they are incapable of fair and honest negotiations, which we all can see now from these past couple weeks.

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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!

Prophetic Words from the prophets: Julie Green

“More Governments Will Be Shattered ”

Go to the 13:18 mark for the prophecy. From April 18^th.

This is a reassuring one of great hope!

“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

THIS IS BREATHTAKING

It’s what we haven’t yet exposed that really worries me too.

Acting AG Todd Blanche Announces Indictment Against The Southern Poverty Law Center.

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.

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.

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?

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

WHAT WOULD THE ROCKEFELLERS DO?

The book reveals the secrets of the ultra-wealthy—the very strategies that billionaires use to grow and protect their fortunes for generations. Imagine if you could harness these principles to benefit your family and build a lasting legacy.

Do you ever feel frustrated by paying interest, fees, and the burden of taxes, all while depending on a volatile stock market for financial growth? The ultra-wealthy play by different rules—rules that have often been kept just out of reach. But what if you could finally learn their game?

TONIGHT’S DECISION… THE COORDINATING FRAMEWORK IS MOVING TOWARDS FINALIZING THE PRIME MINISTERIAL CANDIDATE IN ITS MEETING TODAY.

MP Sakr Al-Muhammadawi, from the Sadiqun bloc, revealed on Wednesday the latest developments regarding the anticipated meeting of the leaders of the coordination framework, scheduled to be held tonight to decide on a candidate for the position of Prime Minister.

Al-Muhammadi told Shafaq News, as reported by Kalima News, that the meeting will be held on schedule without postponement, stressing that all parties are waiting for the framework decision to determine the name of the candidate. He added that the leaders of the framework agreed on the need to finalize the nomination process during today’s meeting, noting that if no consensus is reached, the “compromise candidate” option will be used to select the appropriate person for the position.

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PARLIAMENT PREEMPTS THE DECISION ON THE PRIME MINISTERIAL CANDIDATE… RASHID: THERE WILL BE NO BUDGET FOR THE CURRENT YEAR, 2026.

The Iraqi Parliament has settled the debate regarding the fate of the draft federal budget law for the current year, 2026, amidst the ongoing crisis surrounding the nomination of a candidate for the position of Prime Minister, a matter on which political and parliamentary circles are still awaiting a resolution.

MP Ahmed Hama Rashid stated to the Iraqi National News Agency ( NINA ), “There is no budget for the current year, 2026, because the draft budget law must be prepared by mid-May 2025. Therefore, there will be no budget law for the current year.”

He explained, “Financial statements will be issued by the Ministry of Finance and sent to the Federal Board of Supreme Audit, and then approved by Parliament later.” He added, “The amended Federal Financial Management Law No. 6 of 2019 addresses this situation to facilitate the annual budget by disbursing expenditures at a rate of 1/12 of all expenditures included in the previous budget. This is a legal procedure that is in practice and adopted by Iraqi state institutions.”

Regarding the approval of the final accounts, Rashid explained that “these accounts will be based on official financial statements sent to the Federal Board of Supreme Audit, for preparation, auditing, and reconciliation.”

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WALL STREET JOURNAL: WASHINGTON FREEZES $500 MILLION OF IRAQI FUNDS

The Wall Street Journal revealed on Wednesday that the United States has halted the transfer of $500 million destined for Iraq, along with freezing a number of security cooperation programs with Baghdad, in a move aimed at increasing pressure on Iranian-backed groups.

The newspaper quoted informed sources as saying that the US Treasury Department had frozen the transfer of about $500 million from Iraq’s accounts at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, funds resulting from the sale of Iraqi oil.

She explained that this shipment is the second that Washington has suspended since the start of its military operation against Iran, as part of escalating economic and security measures.

She also noted that US authorities have suspended funding for a number of training programs for Iraqi military forces and counter-terrorism units, in a move that reflects a trend to restrict security cooperation between the two countries.

According to the report, these measures are part of US efforts to pressure Baghdad and reduce its level of relations with Tehran, in light of escalating regional tensions.

The newspaper noted that Iraqi oil revenues have been deposited in accounts at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York since 2003, while the United States had previously temporarily suspended cash transfers to Iraq in 2015, due to concerns that some of those funds might reach ISIS.

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THE BILL FOR THE NEW REGIME: WILL WASHINGTON TURN DOLLAR SHIPMENTS INTO A “VETO” THAT SHAPES THE FEATURES OF THE NEXT STAGE?

Iraq is going through a critical phase regarding the risk of a disruption in the supply of US dollars, amid conflicting reports indicating that Washington has suspended shipments for security and political reasons, and official denials from government sources. The crux of the matter lies in the Iraqi market’s complete dependence on liquidity from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, which puts the country’s financial stability at risk.

While the State of Law Coalition describes the news of the hard currency shortage as a “major rumor” aimed at political pressure, the Progress Party believes that the stability of the dollar flow is exclusively linked to the quality of the relationship with Washington, which puts the state before the challenge of balancing sovereignty and international obligations.

Big rumor

Khaled Alwan Al-Shallal, a member of the State of Law Coalition, says that “what is being circulated about the cessation of the flow of dollars from the United States to Iraq is somewhat exaggerated,” explaining that “there are strategic framework agreements between Iraq and the United States of America that guarantee the political, economic and even military situation, and therefore the country is facing a great rumor.”

He adds, “Even if there are occasional disagreements about the process of changing or delaying the flow of dollars, it does not reach the point of interrupting dollar payments or halting the wheels of the economy in Iraq to the extent that some expect.”

A senior US State Department official, as quoted by Alhurra website, said that dollar shipments to Iraq “have stopped and will not resume until the features of the new government become clear and the commitment to preventing the use of the dollar to finance attacks against Americans is verified,” stressing that what is happening “is not a break but a response.”

According to two government sources in the Iraqi cabinet, dollar shipments represent the main source of liquidity in the Iraqi market, as Iraqi oil revenues are deposited in an account with the Federal Reserve in New York. The Central Bank of Iraq and the US State Department denied that those shipments had stopped.

Advanced understandings

Al-Shallal believes that “this is like politics and its affairs are related to the existence of actual pressures on the process of forming the government and imposing external wills and agendas, but the Iraqi political situation is of a high degree of responsibility,” noting that “there are meetings between the leaders of the blocs, the latest of which was a meeting at the house of His Eminence Sayyid Ammar al-Hakim, where understandings were reached at a high level, and I expect things to proceed during Wednesday, and an agreement will be reached on a specific candidate who will be announced by the coordination framework.”

cautious anticipation

A member of the State of Law Coalition believes that “the issue of the factions comes in light of a truce between the United States and Iran, with clear anticipation and caution. If the negotiations with Iran and America succeed, the situation will move towards calming down and things will proceed correctly. But if the war returns, then every incident will have its own story.”

Sources quoted an unnamed Iraqi security minister as saying that “suspending coordination meetings is harming Iraq,” noting that Washington had stipulated that those responsible for the recent attacks on the US embassy and a base at Baghdad International Airport be identified before coordination could resume.

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bisent said that the United States “will not allow Iranian-backed militias to threaten American lives or interests,” while State Department spokesman Tommy Piot called on Baghdad to dismantle Iranian-linked groups, coinciding with the US Embassy issuing a Level 4 travel warning for Iraq.

According to the sources, “The message from Washington is clear: Iraq does not follow Iran.”

A necessary relationship

He adds that “developing the relationship with Washington is a necessity for the Iraqi government,” expressing his hope that “there will be concrete steps taken by the Iraqi Foreign Ministry and the Baghdad government, while giving sufficient space for negotiation with the American side and presenting economic alternatives, in a way that contributes to getting Iraq and Iraqis out of any political conflict in the near future.”

Political solutions and channels

Al-Alwani points out that “Iraq’s financial situation is not good, and that imposing any economic sanctions by Washington in the event of a major dispute will harm the country’s higher interests,” stressing that “the interest requires all political blocs and leaders to work on finding solutions and opening political channels with the American side, as well as with neighboring countries such as Turkey and Iran, to get out of the suffocating financial crisis.”

Earlier, the US Embassy, in a statement, accused parties linked to the Iraqi government of providing “political, financial, and operational cover” for armed factions, renewing its Level 4 travel warning for Iraq, which states “do not travel for any reason,” and calling on US citizens in the country to leave immediately.

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THE NEW YORK TIMES: THE TRUMP ADMINISTRATION IS DEMANDING THE NOMINATION OF A NEW PRIME MINISTER FOR IRAQ.

The newspaper revealed New York Times, that the administration of US President Donald Trump she called for the nomination of a new prime minister in Iraq.

The newspaper quoted an official, Trump administration it calls for the nomination of a new prime minister for Iraq,” adding, “America has halted security cooperation with Iraq This includes training and financial support. The official added, Washington it suspended its support and funding for Iraqi security forces.

The coordination framework held a meeting yesterday, Monday, in Office of the President National Wisdom Movement Mr. Ammar Al-Hakim the decision on the prime minister candidate has been postponed until tomorrow, Wednesday.

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KUJER: SALARIES ARE TEMPORARILY SECURED, AND IRAQ FACES AUSTERITY OR PRINTING MONEY.

Former MP Jamal Kojar confirmed that salaries are temporarily secured, while indicating that Iraq may resort to austerity measures or printing currency in the next phase.

During his appearance on the program “On the Ruler” broadcast by Al-Furat satellite channel, Kujer said: “The dollar issue in Iraq is linked to two aspects: technical, administrative, and political.” He explained that “the currently influential aspect is the cessation of dollar shipments due to the war conditions and the disruption of air traffic, and not because of a problem with the US Federal Reserve,” noting that “no official US announcement has been issued to stop the transfer of shipments.”

He added that “the effects of the drop in oil prices will appear after three months, but the cash reserve is still better compared to previous periods,” stressing “conviction in the government’s ability to secure salaries during the next six months, given that oil revenues are received three months after the sale, with options including printing money despite the risks of inflation.”

He pointed out that “the United States is waging a solitary conflict that may have repercussions on the global economy,” indicating that “the rise in fuel prices in the American markets reflects the magnitude of the effects,” and suggesting that “it will be a limited military confrontation.”

Kujer said that “Iraq may be forced to adopt an austerity policy or resort to printing money, which requires a fully empowered government to manage the phase,” criticizing the three-year budget, describing it as “a backbreaker after it turned the planned deficit into an actual deficit that exceeded $133 billion.”

He predicted that “oil prices will continue to rise even if the war stops,” noting that “the 2026 budget may be presented in the form of a law with the possibility of adding a supplementary budget, or resorting to legislation similar to the food security law to cover emergency expenses and secure salaries.”

Regarding the National Service Law, Kujer noted that “the law is unlikely to be passed at the present time due to the lack of political consensus and clarity in its features, despite the importance of introducing it in the long term.”

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US BLOCKS REGULAR $500 MILLION CASH PALLETS FLOWN TO IRAQ, OVER PRO-IRAN MILITIAS

by Tyler Durden

Wednesday, Apr 22, 2026 – 08:55 PM

In confirmation of some early reporting we featured at the start of this week, The Wall Street Journal has verified something that Iraqi officials themselves were denying just days ago: the US is blocking Iraq’s regular dollar shipments in order to pressure it’s Iran-backed militias. “The Trump administration has suspended U.S. dollar shipments to Iraq and frozen security cooperation programs with its military, escalating the pressure on Baghdad to dismantle powerful Iranian-backed militias,” said Iraqi and US officials interviewed in the report.

Pallets of cash and the Middle East should ring familiar, stretching from the Bush-Cheney years to even the Obama years (and Iran sanctions relief as part of the original nuclear deal). In this case, like with the Obama/Iran deal saga before, this is actually Iraq’s own oil revenue money.

Memory lane via CNBC: The New York Federal Reserve shipped billions of dollars in physical cash to Baghdad to pay for the reopening of the government & restoration of basic services. Much of it went missing.

In this latest case, a US military plane carrying a half-billion dollars has been delayed on its regularly scheduled delivery. “A cargo-plane delivery of nearly $500 million in U.S. banknotes, the proceeds from Iraqi oil sales from Federal Reserve Bank of New York accounts, was blocked recently by Treasury Department officials because of U.S. concerns about the militias,” WSJ continues, citing the officials.

The publication details, “It was the second scheduled shipment of dollars to the Central Bank of Iraq delayed by the U.S. since the start of the Iran war in late February, the U.S. and Iraqi officials said.”

During the height of the March fighting between Iran and Israel, several American facilities across Iraq came under attack, even including the US Embassy in Baghdad’s Green Zone. Typically, these were drones, or rocket fire, and Erbil and northern Iraq in particular came under heavy fire.

To review from the back grounder we previously featured: since 2003, a decision issued by Coalition Provisional Authority (CPA) head Paul Bremer has required that all Iraqi oil revenues be paid into an account at the US Federal Reserve Bank of New York, giving the US the ability to control how many US dollars are returned to the CBI. From that point until today, the Iraqi Ministry of Finance has had to submit funding requests to the US Treasury, which then approves or denies them based on its own criteria.

This monthly transfer of US dollars, flown into Baghdad in pallets of hard cash, determines Iraq’s ability to pay for basic needs such as salaries, food, and medicine. Whenever Washington believes that Iraq is not aligned with US regional goals, including enforcing economic sanctions on Iran, Baghdad’s major trading partner and a source of natural gas for electricity production, these fund transfers can be delayed or reduced. The US halted $13 billion in annual cash shipments to Iraq to pressure Baghdad to act against Resistance groups, the second such suspension since the start of the war on Iran.

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THE US OVERTHROW OF BAATHIST SUNNI SADDAM HUSSEIN EFFECTIVELY HANDED THE COUNTRY OVER TO PRO-TEHRAN LEADERSHIP.

— Al Mayadeen English (@MayadeenEnglish) April 22, 2026

Currently the Coordination Framework (CF), which is the largest Iran-aligned parliamentary bloc of Shia parties, is racing to pick a new prime minister for the country – but reportedly neither of the two main candidates are acceptable to Washington.

There’s a huge lasting irony to the Iraq war and the Bush-Cheney legacy. The US overthrow of Baathist Sunni Saddam Hussein effectively handed the country over to pro-Tehran leadership. And the US has been dealing with the fallout in the region from the ‘Shia axis’ ever since.

(Mnt Goat:; Someone has to clean up this mess in the middle east left by Bush-Cheney and Obama legacies.)

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THE US MILITARY ANNOUNCES THE RETURN OF 29 SHIPS AS PART OF THE NAVAL BLOCKADE AGAINST IRAN.

The US Central Command announced on Wednesday that it had turned back 29 Iranian vessels that attempted to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, asserting that reports of three vessels crossing in the past 24 hours were inaccurate. The command said in a statement that “US forces have ordered 29 ships to return to port or turn back as part of the US embargo on Iran.”

He added that “during the past 24 hours, media reports claimed that several commercial vessels circumvented the blockade, citing the ships (Hero 2), (Hedi) and (Dorina) as examples,” indicating that “these reports are inaccurate.”

He noted that “Hero 2 and Heidi did not sail through the blockade as part of a fleet transporting millions of barrels of oil to the market. In fact, the Iranian-flagged oil tankers are docked in Iran’s Chabahar port, after being intercepted by US forces earlier this week. As for Dorina, it is being escorted by a US Navy destroyer in the Indian Ocean after its previous attempt to violate the blockade.”

The military asserted that “American forces have global influence, working to impose blockades throughout the Middle East and beyond.”

Bloomberg magazine, in a report published Wednesday, addressed the failure of part of the American maritime blockade, indicating that at least two Iranian tankers, fully loaded, left the Gulf waters this week and were able to breach the American blockade.

These ships are part of a fleet of oil tankers that bypassed the warships and transported about 9 million barrels of oil.

Data firm Vortexa announced that two Iranian-flagged supertankers, the Hero 2 and the Heidi, were the last vessels whose departure was detected by satellite imagery. They crossed the US-imposed blockade line on Monday, April 20.

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April 21, 2026 Edition Latest Mnt Goat Newsletter

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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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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!

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”

From April 14th.

Fr. DON BOSCO EXPOSED THE DARK SECRET BEHIND ISLAM

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 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

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.

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.

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?

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.

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.

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 Edition Latest Mnt Goat Newsletter

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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 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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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:

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

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

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.

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.

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.”

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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

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.

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:

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.”

Almaalomah.me

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

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?”

Shafaq.com

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

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.

(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?)

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.

Shafaq.com

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

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.

Almaalomah.me

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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.”

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.

Shafaq.com

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

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.

Shafaq.com

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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.

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.

Shafaq.com

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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…..)

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

“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).

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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Just the FACTS!

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April 14, 2026 Edition Latest Mnt Goat Newsletter

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April 14, 2026 Mnt Goat News Brief

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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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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.

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PRAYING WITH SINCERITY

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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

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

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

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.

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.)

(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.

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.

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.

(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.

Shafaq.com

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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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April 9, 2026 Edition Latest Mnt Goat Newsletter

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April 9, 2026 Mnt Goat News Brief

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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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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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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

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

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.

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.”

Burathanews.com

(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.”

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.

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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May 12, 2026 Mnt Goat News Brief

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Psalm 37:4

Delight yourself in the Lord;And He will give you the desires of your heart

STATUS OF THE RV

OIL AND GAS LAW

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Prophetic Words from the prophets: Julie Green

“Shocking Evidence Is Coming Out That Will Finally Drain The Swamp”

“Long Awaited Arrests Are Coming “

“The Majority Of Your Government Is Guilty Of Treason“

Fr. DON BOSCO EXPOSED THE DARK SECRET BEHIND ISLAM

IS AOC A SOCIALIST COMMUNISTS?

CIA WHISTLEBLOWER TESTIFIES ON COVID ‘COVER-UP’

WHY WON’T OBAMA GO AWAY LIKE ALL THE OTHER PAST PRESIDENTS?

THEY CALL THIS DEMOCRACY. DEMS JUST GOT CAUGHT…AGAIN

TRUMP BACKS FEDERAL GAS TAX SUSPENSION

HOW DID GASOLENE TAXES START ANYHOW?

WHITMER UNDER FIRE AFTER APPOINTEE INDICTED

THIS IS SOMETHING THAT HAPPENS IN COMMUNIST AND SOCIALIST COUNTRIES

TIME FOR THIS TO BE UNLEASHED ON IRAN, ENOUGH IS ENOUGH

COULD REP. JAYAPAL GUILTY OF TREASON?

ABDUL HADI SETS A DATE FOR SUBMITTING THE NAMES OF CANDIDATES FOR MINISTERIAL PORTFOLIOS IN ALI AL-ZIDI’S GOVERNMENT.

A POLITICAL AGREEMENT HAS BEEN REACHED TO PASS THE AL-ZAYDI GOVERNMENT THIS WEEK.

THE SECRETARY-GENERAL OF PARLIAMENT: THE DATE FOR THE VOTE ON THE CABINET WILL BE SET FOR NEXT MONDAY OR TUESDAY.

WASHINGTON TIGHTENS ITS CONDITIONS, BAGHDAD WAVERS, AND THE FACTIONS BECOME A STUMBLING BLOCK FOR THE NEW GOVERNMENT.

AL-SADR SETS 6 CONDITIONS FOR THE NEXT GOVERNMENT AND CALLS FOR THE DISBANDING OF ARMED FACTIONS.

EXPERT WARNS IRAQ IS BECOMING AN “ACCOMPLICE STATE” IN IRANIAN OIL SMUGGLING – URGENT

THE CENTRAL BANK CONTINUES TO STRENGTHEN THE STABILITY OF THE DINAR AND THE SUSTAINABILITY OF THE CASH DOLLAR.

THE CENTRAL BANK OF IRAQ: WE ARE PROCEEDING WITH REFORMING THE BANKING SECTOR AND CALL FOR RELIANCE ON OFFICIAL SOURCES.

TRUMP: WHAT HAPPENED IN IRAQ IS “VERY GOOD” AND I’M HAPPY WITH THE PRIME MINISTER-DESIGNATE.

DISARMING FACTIONS AMID ESCALATING US PRESSURE.

WALL STREET: QAANI MANEUVERS TO KEEP FACTIONS ALIVE AND AVOID DISARMING THEM

THE “FRAMEWORK” WAS SURPRISED BY THE EXTENT OF AMERICAN SUPPORT… DID IT GET INVOLVED IN NOMINATING AL-ZAIDI?

WASHINGTON IMPOSES ITS CONDITIONS ON THE NEW GOVERNMENT AND USURPS IRAQI DECISION-MAKING POWER.

AL-SHAMMARI: ATTEMPTS TO BRING BACK CERTAIN FIGURES WILL NOT SUCCEED, AND THE CURRENT STAGE REQUIRES NEW FACES.

IRANIAN FOREIGN MINISTRY: WE POSSESS A TREMENDOUS CAPACITY FOR MILITARY SURPRISE AND WILL NOT SURRENDER TO AMERICAN DEMANDS.

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

Just the FACTS!

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Psalm 37:4

Delight yourself in the Lord;And He will give you the desires of your heart

STATUS OF THE RV

MEMORIES ARE NOT SO SHORT:

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

Just the FACTS!

Prophetic Words from the prophets: Julie Green

“A Great Shaking Is Coming To The Party Of The Red”

“Long Awaited Arrests Are Coming “

Fr. DON BOSCO EXPOSED THE DARK SECRET BEHIND ISLAM

TIME FOR THIS TO BE UNLEASHED ON IRAN, ENOUGH IS ENOUGH

COULD REP. JAYAPAL GUILTY OF TREASON?

EXPLOSIVE LEGAL CONCERNS OVER DEM’S REMARKS ON CUBA BLOCKADE

US PUSHES AGGRESSIVE PLAN TO DOMINATE A NEW GLOBAL FINANCIAL SYSTEM

DEEPER CASE UNFOLDING AGAINST COMEY

OBAMA ORDERED OTHERS TO MANIPULATE INTELLIGENCE FOR POLITICAL GAIN”

ADAM SCHIFF PROPAGATES FALSE ALLEGATIONS OF RUSSIAN COLLUSION”

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

TOP GOP MEMBER CALLS FOR FED INVESTIGATION INTO OMAR

ARE YOU SICK AND TIRED OF ALL THE CORRUPTION YET?

BUT WAIT THERE IS MUCH MORE TO COME……

WHO THE HELL IS ILHAN OMAR ANYHOW?

ILHAN OMAR’S RISE, MARRIAGES AND THE MILLIONS NO ONE CAN EXPLAIN

WHAT HAPPENS IF ILHAN OMAR GETS CAUGHT?

ILHAN OMAR’S IDENTITY… SOMETHING DOESN’T ADD UP

WASHINGTON SENDS A NEW MESSAGE TO THE NEXT IRAQI GOVERNMENT

REPOSITIONING OF FACTIONS IN IRAQ… HANDING OVER WEAPONS IS THE GATEWAY TO PARTICIPATION IN AL-ZAYDI’S GOVERNMENT

EXPERTS: “SECURITY GUARANTEES” ARE A PREREQUISITE FOR THE RETURN OF INTERNATIONAL COMPANIES AND MISSIONS TO IRAQ

Delight yourself in the Lord;
And He will give you the desires of your heart

Delight yourself in the Lord;
And He will give you the desires of your heart

Delight yourself in the Lord;
And He will give you the desires of your heart

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