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January 15, 2026 Mnt Goat News Brief

Guten Tag everyone:

Bringing you more news. It’s D-Day for Iraq. No more fooling around with Iran. Make up yor decision now. More sanctions?

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Let’s all try to chip in!

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Psalm 37:4

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

More news….

FOUR COUNTRIES DOMINATE GLOBAL OIL RESERVES

Global oil reserves are highly concentrated.

Venezuela has the world’s largest proven oil reserves (about 303 billion barrels), but U.S. sanctions have limited its ability to export crude and fully monetize this resource.

Saudi Arabia follows the South American country with 267 billion barrels. Iran, Canada, and Iraq round out the top five.

Note: According to the published chart, Egypt (3.3 B), Israel only has reserves of even much less than Egypt. God has told us through His prophets that He will divert some of the oil from Saudi Arabia (267,200 B) and other countries to His Israel. Most oil wells in Saudi and other middle eastern countries will dry up. WOW! This will come at a time of exposure of what they have done to His United States. I think maybe He is referring to the 9/11/01 terrorist attack on NYC?

What impact will this have on the oil industry and the price of global energy?

However, also don’t forget other prophecies too. Remember there are three (3) new sources of energy coming that God promised us that would revolutionize not only the energy sector but many other industries including the auto industry. FORD Motors will actually develop a new engine for vehicles to run off one of these new energies. Is God going to ‘reset’ the Energy sector too? It looks that way. But how will He do it? How will the middle east survive then with lack of oil revenues?

I believe that God has given them every chance over these last three decades To get it right and still they persist with terrorism and using their great oil wealth for their own self-centered, corrupt practices and not God’s people.

More news….

MARK SAVAYA ARRIVES IN ERBIL

Shafaq News Agency’s correspondent reported that Mark Savaya, US President Donald Trump’s envoy for Iraq affairs, arrived in Erbil, the capital of the Kurdistan Region, early Saturday morning, as part of a visit that coincides with broader US diplomatic activity related to the Iraq and Syria files.

Tom Barrack, Trump’s envoy for Syria, is scheduled to arrive in Erbil later on Saturday to meet with Mazloum Abdi, the commander of the Syrian Democratic Forces, at a time when the Syrian arena is witnessing a military escalation and international mediation efforts to de-escalate the situation.

STATUS OF THE RV

If you are here today for a date and a rate, I cannot deliver it to you. Sorry but all I have today is honest news that I can pass on with no hype only sincere news.

You can judge for yourselves what is going to happen in the long-term or short-term, it is not rocket science. Even my latest call to my CBI contact in Iraq now says that unless the U.S. gets what it needs in the elections and the armed Iranian militias are disbanded and disarmed, there is going to be sanctions and this puts the reinstatement process “on hold” again. Sorry! Will the RV ever happen? Let’s explore this notion more today.

In today’s study of the situation in Iraq, we must believe that the Trump administration wants the reinstatement of the Iraq dinar even more than we do, however the situation in and around Iraq must be stable. Trump plans to bring in massive US money to Iraq for development and investment, but it must be stable and secure first. Trump knows of the opportunities in Iraq. Unfortunately, or maybe fortunately, we have this situation in Iran and right next door is a major trading partner for Iraq, Iran. If Iran was a free nation once again could this Iraqi trading partner be an even better trading partner? What if the regime did fall and the currencies were all synced up in the middle east to be fair asset based? Is this what Trump also needs?

We saw the writing was on the wall for years with relations between the US with Iraq and Iran, and it was just a matter of time before the pressure was ‘turned-up’ from the U.S., as it is now. But it is about timing as we have been waiting for this moment too, however, as investors we only hoped that we would exchange prior to these events happening. But our exchange is tied to what? Of course, we all know it’s tied to SECURITY and STABILITY and the reinstatement so we can exchange is not happening until this criterion is met. So stop kidding yourself. We all know that Iraq does not now meet this criterion, as these issues with Iran make it that way.

The Iranian regime must fall to have peace in the middle east. Remember the situation with Venezuela did not just happen, as Venezuela was a proxy state for Iran. It had to fall. Also, Cuba was supported by Venezuela too so there was a network of countries that were controlled by Iran. When we analyze more closely what Iran has been doing, we see it has branched out its network of Muslim terrorist organization throughout the world. Like any developing power throughout history, they go out on conquest to conquer and deliver back home the riches and wealth of other nations.

But what makes this effort of conquest so foolish with Iran is the use of terrorism as their main tactic. This brings death, suffering and destruction to everything they touch. To be conquered and put in servitude and under tight control NEVER works in the long run and history speaks for itself. People are meant to live in freedom and liberty, that is human nature. There is also the Koran used by Iran as a justification to get these radical groups to follow. Is this really even a religion or a cult?

We see it too in the U.S. through the Muslim Somalian community. Don’t forget for a second that these issues of Somalians in the U.S. isn’t connected to Iranian influence and their doing, it may seem strange but the connections are being made as I write this Newsletter today.

I also want to point out there were reasons why the U.S. worked so diligently in the past to force Iraq to get off of the Iranian electric grid, revert to their own refineries, and produce their own natural gas. Yes, we are now seeing why this was all orchestrated years ago. It is paying dividends today to bring down Iran. This was slowly putting the rope around the neck of the Iranian regime even then. Remember that “money talks and bullshit walks”.

Oh boy, where do I begin today with all the news pouring out of Iraq. By the way I am glad to see that many followers of my blog are actually interested in the FACTS and want the REAL news. I was beginning to worry that not many cared for my Newsletter anymore. Like I said before, I already know the news and I am only going to share it if it is appreciated by my readers, otherwise I am not going to waste my time. It is like another parttime job putting the news together for you in a readable, understandable fashion.… today is Sunday and so enough said. So, even if you are one of these intel gurus, using my blog as your source of information, you too should reconsider showing me that you too appreciate my Newsletter. Once it’s gone, its gone!

There are two main issues we face as investors in the Iraqi dinar today in order to see the reinstatement. Remember that the CBI is moving ahead of the GOI and so what we hear today is a major setback for their schedule, but for how long? Things now seem to move in sprints, one day it seems hopeless and then suddenly it all changes.

We don’t have to be brain surgeons to see the scope of these two main issues. The first is the Iranian issue and the next is the completing the November election cycle and getting a full government formed.

In this respect we know that parliament is now formed and operational. They have already had two (2) sessions. There is a list of candidates put forth from Kurdistan for the presidency. I do not know what the hell is taking them so long to announce their candidate, but that’s Iraq- slow as molasses! I am told the candidate should finally be announced this week. Then they move on to the selection of the prime minister – oh boy! Here’s where all the confusion is in the dinar RV community. So let me explain clearly what is happening in this regard.

Yes, there is lots of rhetoric about Nori al-Maliki maybe having a third term. Are you kidding me? This would be analogous of Joe Biden having another term- simply put- I fully hear that the U.S. is not going to allow this to happen. So, there is a problem here, right?

Who does the Coordination Framework nominate? Al-Sudani received the majority of votes in the election and to me it’s a no-brainer that he should have a second term but he did not do all the bidding of the elitist in Iraq, who run the Coordination Framework. They are able to put together a stronger coalition of singular parties to join them. This is the parliamentary way of elections and although it may seem weird and unfair to us westerners and to the Iraqi citizens, it is how the Shiites elect their representative for the main and most important position of prime minister. Yes, I too don’t like it! ☹

Remember the prime minister position is not just one position but an entire cabinet of his selected members to head the various ministries that make policy (almost like the U.S. House of Congress). It is parliament members that actually directly represent the districts in Iraq not the cabinet so this is the difference here. Remember the prime minister’s cabinet makes the laws and legislates, but these members are not representative of the people, they are only like managers of their particular ministry. For instance the Ministry of Energy runs the energy sector in Iraq and uses the budgeted money for the appropriate energy related projects. So, parliament then is more like the U.S. House of the Senate and ratifies the laws put forth from the cabinet. This is their check and balance. At any time parliament can be thrown back to the cabinet legislation for updates or just pass through by vote and it goes into law. Like the U.S. register, Iraq has the Iraq Gazette where they publish the laws that can then be accessed in order to reference them for enactment.

I really didn’t want to spend this much time today again reviewing how the Iraqi government works but I felt many still don’t understand.

Now this issue of Maliki. So, if you reference the article titled “MALIKI TO HARRIS: THE NEED TO “CONTROL WEAPONS” AND COMPLETE CONSTITUTIONAL REQUIREMENTS”. If Maliki was sincere in all his desires to secure Iraq why did he let ISIS into Iraq? Remember he has eight years to secure Iraq, did he? He was more worried about finding ways to kill Kurds up north from his hatred of them that goes back decades. Do you think the Kurds would allow him again as prime minister without objections? Maliki is just talk. He is a dark person and will say anything to get back in power.

Then let’s take a peek at the article titled “THE COORDINATING BODY WILL MEET EARLY NEXT WEEK TO DECIDE ON AL-MALIKI’S NOMINATION FOR PRIME MINISTER.” I want to make if VERY clear this article is not saying Maliki is going to be prime minister. It does tells us they are discussing the issue. They are nuts of they do not consider his past performance as prime minister and how the rest of the country feels about him. I quote from the article – “The source told Shafaq News Agency that “the Shiite House forces will hold their meeting next Saturday to discuss a number of issues, including understandings between some of the active forces within the coordination framework and the political scene.” – He explained that the meeting would include “discussing the issue of nominating Maliki for the next government, and assessing the final positions of the framework leaders regarding Maliki’s nomination for the premiership for the third time.”

So, if you can read and I hope you can, it says “discussing the issue of nominating Maliki”. He is not yet nominated and probably will not be nominated. Get it?

Then let’s also read another article titled ‘IRAQ’S PRIME MINISTER STEPS ASIDE FOR RIVAL IN POST-ELECTION WRANGLING OVER GOVERNMENT”This article by QASSIM ABDUL-ZAHRA is FAKE news. THINK, THINK and THINK some more. Why would Iraq’s caretaker Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, whose bloc won the largest share of seats in November’s parliamentary elections, step aside to clear the field for a rival, former Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki? Folks it does not make any sense.

If it seems weird and so far out of left field, it probably is FAKE NEWS! Certainly the US would never accept Nori Al-Maliki again.

Yet more evidence that Nori Al-Maliki would not work as the prime minister in article titled “POLITICAL SOURCE: MALIKI’S NOMINATION AS PRIME MINISTER IS A CRIME AGAINST IRAQ AND ITS PEOPLE AND EVASION OF JUSTICE”. Did the Coordination Framework then actually nominate Maliki as the prime minister already? Source Nawab al-Iraq confirmed this nomination and Source Judiciary demanded that the Maliki account and the files of crime, corruption and treason overcome the judicial process.

Here is the article and the defense again Maliki and I quote “According to a political source, the nomination of Nuri al-Maliki as the head of the previous government is a crime against Iraq and its people, and added the source, that al-Maliki is Strong Iran in Iraq is the one that gave the third of Iraq to ISIS under Iranian command and as a result of the corruption and psychology that prevails today, such as Spiker’s crime On Shiite youth voluntarily joining the battle front with ISIS without training and killing at least 1,300 Shab, he is the one who killed 220 Arabs on Sunday Al-Hawijah is the one that legitimizes corruption, sectarianism, theft of public property and much more!

THINK, THINK and THINK some more. Do you really believe that the U.S. is going to go along with the selection of Maliki as the next prime minister?

Echoes of propaganda of the Iraqi news media of what I am talking about are in the article titled “AL-AZM: WE HAVEN’T RECEIVED THE NAME OF THE FRAMEWORK CANDIDATE… AND OUR CHOICES ARE 90% FINALIZED – URGENT” I quote from the article “Amid the intense political activity to resolve constitutional entitlements and form the next government, attention is focused on the path of understandings between the forces of the Coordination Framework on one hand, and the National Political Council, which represents the Sunni forces, on the other, especially with the link between the file of the Prime Minister and the file of the Presidency of the Republic and the balance of power within Parliament.” Oh…. let me tell you Sunnis are not going to like Maliki as the nominee.

So, just on last Friday (January 16, 2026), yesterday, Najat Al-Tai, a member of the Al-Azm Alliance, and I quote“confirmed that the National Political Council has not yet received the official name of the candidate nominated by the Coordination Framework Forces for the position of Prime Minister, while she indicated that the Sunni forces have decided on about 90% of their options regarding participation in the upcoming cabinet.”

“noting that “the council will deal with this issue according to official data and not based on what is being circulated in the media.”

Let’s put this topic to rest of Nori al-Maliki. As of Friday 1/16 he has NOT yet been announced as the nominee. Get it? But you decide as you too have a mind to THINK!

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Let’s now dive into this other topic of Iranian influence in Iraq. Speaking of Iranian influence over Iraq, can the U.S. prevent the attempt to make Iraq one of the global Iranian puppet states, like it did to so many other countries?

Articles today once again show us that Iraq is in deep trouble if it continues its path of Iranian influence over its governance. But there is a much harsher tone this time. Let me explain.

Take a look at the article titled “ON TRUMP’S ORDERS, SAVAYA IS IN BAGHDAD: “COMPLETE COMPLIANCE OR TOTAL ERADICATION.” Oh…boy! This news can not get any more harsh than this….can it? I quote from the article:

“With news of the arrival of US President Donald Trump’s envoy to Iraq, Mark Savaya, today or tomorrow in Baghdad, carrying a “booby-trapped briefcase” of files, sanctions, and what Washington calls “hard gifts,” attention is turning to one of the most complex issues in the Iraqi economy: money smuggling networks, money laundering, and the circulation of hard currency outside legal channels, amid anticipation of the extent of the targeting that may extend to banks, companies, businessmen, and networks linked to armed factions, and what impact this step may have on the stability of the economy, the exchange rate, and the balance of political power internally.”

There is a series of other article on this topic too for today’s news but I will point you to the end result of a week of work by Trump’s envoy Mark Savaya to Iraq in one article. Are harsh sanctions a threat? Yes, of course…… Does Trump make good on threats if the other party does not give him what is legally necessary? Yes, again of course. This is not tyranny, as many democrats are quick to make these silly accusations. It is called making Iraq live up to its promises post-sanctions. If you don’t live up to them – times up- then you go back to sanctions.

In the article titled “US SIGNALS NEW SANCTIONS AS TREASURY REVIEWS IRAQI FINANCIAL NETWORKS” The US Special Envoy to Iraq Mark Savaya said he has held talks with the Department of the Treasury and the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) on tightening oversight of Iraq’s banking sector, as Washington steps up efforts to curb money laundering, smuggling and the financing of militant groups.

In a statement, Savaya said the discussions focused on reforming both state-owned and private banks, with an emphasis on improving financial governance, compliance and institutional accountability. He said US officials and Treasury specialists agreed to carry out a comprehensive review of suspected payment records and financial transactions involving Iraqi institutions, companies and individuals believed to be linked to illicit activity, including money laundering, fraudulent contracts and projects that fund or enable terrorist operations.

Now all my readers should know that there is no way we are going to exchange our dinar at the US banks as long as OFAC sanctions are in place still over the IQD. The U.S. is now telling us they are not going to release these OFAC sanctions but instead are going to double-down on them meaning to tighten them and make them more restrictive. Do you seriously believe that Iraq is going to reinstate the dinar under these sanctions are in place, and even tighter instead of releasing them altogether.

However, the good news is things can change on a dime in this Iraqi saga. Iraq could nominate Al-Sudani for a second term and he could clean up this Iranian mess very quickly with U.S. support. We are just now at the turning point either way – more difficult of major changes in our favor. Let’s see what happens.

Let’s also be real in that if Al-Sudani does get nominated for second term, it will be hard, but not impossible, to pass any law affecting the Iranian influences since any law against the Iranian militia will have go through a parliament. Parliament now has many Iranian-backed members. But its not impossible as these Iranian backed members are not the majority. Let’s also remember that the Iranian members in parliament have already said they will push for the ‘tabled from 2025’ law funding and making the Iranian militia legal in Iraq. But remember they are not the majority….

We also must consider the other option too that we can absolutely not predict with any certainty the impact on these Iranian militia if the Iranian regime does capitulate and a new government is put in place. Who will these Iranian militia be loyal to in Iraq. Does the entire scheme of puppetry fall apart, as there is no longer a terrorist Iran. Any terrorist groups in Iraq will then be isolated and can be dealt with by sanctions. Again “money talks and bullshit walks”….

Next, we must consider that not all the Iranian militia are terrorists and many are just loyal and patriotic Iranian citizens serving their country in the military. They were drafted into service. They are not necessarily supporting the crooked regime of Ayatollah Ali Khameneinow in place and would luv to see it all fall apart so they can go back home to a more peaceful Iran void of Islamic tyranny.

Then along with two of the actual terrorist groups inside the militia already told the U.S. that they would capitulate.

Other articles in today’s Article Section on this topic of Iran can be found below:

😊“SAVAYA DISCUSSES IRAQ-RELATED ISSUES AT THE WHITE HOUSE”:

The US envoy to Iraq, Mark Savaya, stated that he had finalized arrangements for a meeting at the White House with Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and Director of Counterterrorism Sebastian Gorka to discuss a number of issues related to the situation in Iraq.

😊“THE TRUMP ADMINISTRATION DESIGNATES MUSLIM BROTHERHOOD BRANCHES IN THREE COUNTRIES AS TERRORIST ORGANIZATIONS.”:

On Tuesday, the administration of US President Donald Trump decided to designate the branches of the Muslim Brotherhood in Lebanon, Egypt and Jordan as “terrorist organizations”. The US Treasury Department has designated the group’s branches in Egypt, Lebanon, and Jordan as terrorist organizations.

😊“HARRIS ASSURES BARZANI: THERE IS NO PLACE FOR IRANIAN-BACKED TERRORIST MILITIAS IN THE IRAQI GOVERNMENT.” :

(Mnt Goat: how many times must the US say it before Iraq realizes they mean business.)

On Tuesday, the acting US ambassador to Iraq, Joshua Harris, praised the role of Kurdish leader Masoud Barzani in supporting the Iraqi political process and calming tensions in Syria, while stressing that there is “no place” for what he called “Iranian-backed terrorist militias” in the next Iraqi government.

😊“TRUMP PRAISES HIS ENVOY TO IRAQ: AN EXCEPTIONAL NEGOTIATOR ON A COMPLEX ISSUE”:

US President Donald Trump praised Special Envoy to Iraq Mark Savaya on Tuesday (January 13, 2026) during a press conference held in Washington.

(Mnt Goat: So what did he exactly negotiate with Iraq? This news has not yet come out and we expect it will soon.)

😊“IRAN THREATENS TO BOMB US BASES, AND CALLS FOR HELP ARE MADE FROM AL UDEID AIR BASE IN QATAR.”:

(Mnt Goat: There is a time to negotiate and make peace and let the nation prosper. What is it that the leadership in Iran just don’t get? Is it that they are just so DARK that they can’t begin to see the light?)

Tehran has warned countries in the region that it will bomb US military bases in those countries if it is attacked by the US, Reuters reported on Wednesday, citing a senior Iranian official. The official stated that “Tehran has informed countries in the region, from Saudi Arabia and the UAE to Turkey, that US bases in those countries will be attacked if the United States targets Iran… and has asked these countries to prevent Washington from attacking Iran.”

😊”MIDDLE EAST”: MAJOR US MILITARY MOVEMENTS IN PREPARATION FOR STRIKING IRAN”:

Fox News revealed on Friday that the United States is conducting military movements in the Middle East, describing them as a “force buildup” operation.

Fox News quoted officials as saying that “the US military movements are being described as a force build-up operation.” The sources added that “if US President Donald Trump decides to take military action against Iran, it will be different and more aggressive.”

😊“SECRET MEETING IN WASHINGTON: TRUMP’S ENVOY MEETS WITH REZA PAHLAVI TO DISCUSS THE FUTURE OF THE IRANIAN REGIME.” :

(Mnt Goat: Already making plans as to what the new Iranian state may look like with the exiled former Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi back in control after Khamenei gone. Its all VERY good news! )

The American news website Axios confirmed on Tuesday that White House envoy Steve Wittkopf secretly met over the weekend with exiled former Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi to discuss the escalating protests in Iran, according to a senior US official.

This meeting marks the first high-level contact between the US administration and the Iranian opposition since the protests erupted about 15 days ago, at a time when Pahlavi is trying to present himself as an option to lead a transitional phase if the regime collapses.

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Meanwhile in the midst of the saga of the election and Iran, there is some good news too. Let’s take a brief peek at it. Remember many of these other efforts keep moving along in the meantime in the background. The CBI is ready to swap out the currency and then move to reinstate but needs support from the U.S.. Will it get it soon?

😊In the article titled “THE CENTRAL BANK GOVERNOR DISCUSSES WITH OLIVER WYMAN WAYS TO IMPROVE IRAQ’S SOVEREIGN AND CREDIT RATINGS.” The title speaks for itself. The National Team and the Technical Committee for Sovereign Rating held a joint meeting with Oliver Wyman Consulting. The meeting was chaired by the head of the National Team, His Excellency the Governor of the Central Bank of Iraq, Mr. Ali Mohsen Al-Alaq, and attended by Dr. Mazhar Mohammed Saleh, Advisor to the Prime Minister and Head of the Technical Committee, along with a group of experts from relevant ministries and the private sector.

We talked about this topic of tourism before and now in the article titled “GOVERNMENT ADVISOR: TOURISM INVESTMENT IS A GATEWAY TO STIMULATING THE PRIVATE SECTOR AND DIVERSIFYING NATIONAL INCOME” they are confirming once again the potential for revenues. Don’t you think they would also need a stable and secure country to bring in massive tourism from Europe and possibly even North America? Would you want to go to the middle east right now? Remember its not just the historical sites but the hotels, restaurants, taxis, etc. that will bring in enormous revenues to Iraq. The Prime Minister’s financial advisor, Mazhar Muhammad Saleh, confirmed on Friday that Iraq has more than 12,000 archaeological sites that form the basis for a comprehensive tourism launch, explaining that tourism investment is a gateway to stimulating the private sector and diversifying national income.

Saleh told the Iraqi News Agency (INA): “Tourism in Iraq is more than just a recreational activity; it is a strategic tool for wealth creation, achieving balanced development, and diversifying national income sources, provided that investment in it is done seriously and with a clear institutional approach.” He explained that “this sector has the potential to become a major economic pillar, capable of restoring Iraq to its natural civilizational position and contributing to building a more stable and sustainable economic future.”

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What else in in the news?

Before addressing the topic of the price of oil and its future impact on Iraq, I strongly encourage everyone to go listen to one of today’s prophecies by Julie Green titled “TIME TO BRING ALL FAKE GOVERNMENTS TO THEIR KNEES” in the prophecy section of today’s Newsletter. The timing of the prophecy could not be any better. Yes, God is amazing!

I want everyone to know that when they talk about a “deficit” for Iraq I want to clarify what this actually means:

First, if means that there is probably a drop in oil prices since most of their revenues now come from oil thus the CBI will have to use the monetary reserves to pay the bills, thus a drop in the reserves. This a bad thing for the RV is it last long enough. We all know how important these reserves are to back up the economy and the rate of the dinar. Since the dinar is now being “artificially suppressed”, I am of course talking about getting the true nominal value of the dinar out to public trading. This is the dinar rate I am talking about not the current ‘offical’ rate.

Second, if Iraq has a constant drop in the reserves over a long period, it could lead to a situation like during Covid, but this probably will not happen as they are adjusting the 2026 budget to the lower projected price of oil. This may mean holding off on many infrastructure projects unless investment money trickles in. Of course, a reinstatement of the dinar might help…. See article titled “GOVERNMENT ADVISOR: THE PRICE OF A BARREL OF OIL IN THE 2026 BUDGET IS BETWEEN $55 AND $62.”

The Prime Minister’s financial advisor, Mazhar Muhammad Saleh, predicted on Monday that the average price of a barrel of oil in the 2026 budget would range between $55 and $62, noting that these estimates are subject to change due to several factors.

He pointed out that “these estimates remain subject to change depending on a number of influencing factors, most notably developments in geopolitical conflicts, changes in the pace of global energy demand growth, production policy decisions within the framework of ‘OPEC+’, as well as the accelerating shift towards renewable energy and climate policies.”

Let me tell you another influencing factor in the price of oil hardly anyone is talking about. How will the most recent prophecy by Julie Green stating that Saudi Arabia’s oil in the middle east will “run dry”. This will certainly drive the price of oil sky high! This may be the driving force to bring the price of oil up again. Is this in part why God is doing this to Saudi oil? Will this happen in 2026?

Then in the article titled “AN AMERICAN COMPANY RAISES THE ALARM ABOUT THE ACCOUNT DEFICIT AND HARD CURRENCY SHORTAGE IN IRAQ.”

Standard & Poor’s Global Energy reported on Saturday that the decline in oil prices will affect Iraq’s hard currency reserves, indicating the possibility of a large current account deficit. The company predicted in a report seen by Shafaq News Agency that the average price of a barrel of oil (Brent crude) will reach $58 in 2026, a decrease of 16% from the expected averages for 2025.

I talked about this drop in oil prices as it was coming. Iraq had plenty of chances to get it right can they get it right now. With the news from this article above you can see why Iraq has decided to budget at a range between $55 and $62. But remember that their budget is flexible and this can change either way. Politics and corruption got in the way of common sense for Iraq too and now they are paying the price. They should have followed through with the RV more than a decade ago. Governments need to go back to good-ole common sense and stop all the racism, sexism and phobias that hinder common sense approaches. Yes, it is all a game to bring our nations down. They using these narratives and its getting us nowhere fast.

So, I consider this range between $55 and $62 good news for Iraq and shows the ability to conduct responsible budget planning. But I don’t believe oil will remain that low as I see many other factors on the horizon affecting it upwards.

Please see article titled “SALEH’S APPEARANCE: HIGH OIL PRICES MAY PROTECT THE CURRENCY DESPITE GEOPOLITICAL TENSIONS”. The Prime Minister’s financial advisor, Mazhar Muhammad Saleh, said on Monday that the impact of geopolitical tensions on the exchange rate depends on several factors, and is not related to price increases alone.

What is always a good environment for the RV to happen?

A stable economy, low inflation

A secure Iraq (not with Iranian militia present)

High price of oil (more like a stable price of oil around $70)

High monetary reserves and ability to maintain them (very important)

No sanctions

Political stability (a government in place that works together to meet national goals) Iraq must finish the election cycle and so who is going to lead Iraq? Getting the Oil and Gas Law passed.

No corruption

I will let you decide how Iraq fairs in these criteria. Is Iraq now ready for an RV? What do we see that must change?

I firmly believe that 2026 is going to be a VERY critical year for fulfillment of prophecy and the restructuring of our nations. It will be the year the cabal finally breaks. It will be the year for a new financial system, that has been prophesized for so long. We are already seeing the current Federal Reserve chairman indited. Many are trying to paint the picture that he has done nothing wrong. But what is really happening is the justification for pulling entirely out of the Federal Reserve ( a private banking cartel entity) and turning the entire management of U.S. funds back to the U.S. Treasury.

What will this new year bring?

More than ever, we need to tune into the prophets during this new year! This is said to be the great year of the breakthrough in many aspects. Many of these past prophecies have yet to be fulfilled. They are now being repeated time and time again in prophetic word. What does this mean. I am told this means they are very close to fulfillment. Let’s see what the new year brings. Remember God’s prophet Kim Clement told us the Iraqi dinar and the middle east would change drastically. Can you see it now when Iran falls?

God uses his prophets in time of trouble. If you don’t think this nation and the world is in trouble – THINK AGAIN! If you can discern the fake from the good prophets, you can tie into something wonderful to guide you. But be careful there are many charlatans out there and we have witnessed these many bastards already in the IQD RV intel standpoint. Prayer also helps as it lets God know you are affirming as a human being what he is doing. You are essentially saying THANK YOU and please continue! These prophecies give us hope and comfort to know some higher power is looking after us. I have tried to bring you what I believe are some of the legitimate prophets for clarity. I hope they are giving you encouragement to stay focused on the TRUTH.

We pray-

Let it be a year of more EXPOSURE of corruption and just as important, ACCOUNTABLITY for those involved. God says JUSTICE will triumph.

Let it bring a truly sovereign Iraq, United States and all other nations who embrace freedom, liberty and justice.

Let it bring the great Wealth Transfer, with Happiness, Abundance and Prosperity.

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

Just the FACTS!

PRAYING WITH SINCERITY

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

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

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

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

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

Prophetic Words from prophet: Julie Green

“Marshal Law Is Coming Shortly: Last Warning”

Go to the 39:49 mark. From Jan 16^th while giving morning prayers.

Please don’t miss this one! Everyone should be physically and mentally prepared for what is about to happen. This may mean shutting down the internet for a couple of days. This means no credit cards or social media. Do you have enough cash on hand, if needed? Keep your gas tanks filled and food stocks supplied.

“Babylon Has Fallen”

Go to the 10:50 mark. From Jan 7^th. VERY Powerful!

I believe that God is telling us the ‘reset’ has begun.

“Deep State Secrets Are About To Come Pouring Out”

Go to the 14:35 mark. From Jan 10^th.

God is ripping the EU apart. This was prophesized many times by many of the other prophets too years ago that the EU would fall apart. It has begun.

President Macron of France will be forced to step down. A new government will rise.

Great Britian and France will shake like never before.

Something significant will happen in Europe that will change the UK as we know it today.

PROPHECIES FULFILLED—VENEZUELA

DON BOSCO EXPOSED THE DARK SECRET BEHIND ISLAM

— And the Truth the World Forgot about the so-called Muslim religion.

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

THE TRUTH ABOUT THE LATEST FEDERAL RESERVE ISSUE

I can hear lots of different stories by the mainstream news media and also from the chairman Powelll himself on this subject matter of a $1 BILLION waste in Federal Reserve on cost overruns on a renovation project. But what is the real story and TRUTH behind it all. We need to ask the question of what happened and how this situation evolved. Is it really all just about head-butting on personalities?

It is important to know the entire TRUTH and not bits and pieces of it, the ones the liberal fake news wants you to only hear. The liberals will try to paint a picture to distract you from learning what really happened and feed into their narrative of Trump tyranny again. Basically, the deep state needs the Federal Reserve as it is part of the conspiracy to bring the US down that began decades ago. But let’s focus on this current issue and get to the bottom of it today. You see, I believe it is situations like this one and there will be many more, that are the precursor of events that will be the ultimate demise of the Federal Reserve. In other words, these situations are the proverbial straw that will break the camel’s back and end the Federal Reserve once and for all.

It is VERY clear to me this is a battle for power, a power struggle for control from the Federal Reserve vs the Federal government. Who will win this battle?

HERE IS THE VIDEO THAT PIRRO REFERENCES:

Why did Powell do such a video? Is he trying to get the American public on his side of this issue? Is he telling the entire truth of what happened. Now that you do know what happened from attorney Pirro herself (see above video). Is he lying? How honest of a guy is he?

FBI & ICE RAID MINNEAPOLIS SOMALI MAYOR’S OFFICE — 9700 POUNDS OF DRUGS & $440M SEIZED

Let’s get this straight. The Samali Congresswoman, then a Senator and now the Samali mayor all found deep connected with corruption. No wonder our President Trump wants the Samali’s out of the U.S. I totally agree. So we can clearly see there is much more to the open border policy of the democrats than just to rig the voting.

This Minnesota corruption is unbelievable, but true.

HOW RADICAL ISLAM TURNED IRAN FROM PARADISE TO A HELL HOLE

WILL TRUMP INVOKE THE INSURRECTION ACT ON MINNESOTA?

Governor Tim (tampon) Waltz presses the race button in another attempt to get rid of ICE agents in Minnesota. But the fun is not yet over, in fact it has just begun.

Why would he want ICE out of his state when they are rounding up illegal immigrants, gang members and finding stashes of illegal drugs? Does this seem weird to you? Oh… did I mention the daycare fraud with over $8 billion (and climbing) in stolen Covid funds and Medicare fraud?

Is he trying to hide yet more of what they could possibly find?

Where was Waltz when all this corruption was going on? Why did he not do anything about it. Instead, he pushed for defunding the police after the Floyd incident that set the stage for all this. Opps, this sounds more and more like ‘conspiracy’ to me. Does this all make any common sense to you. This reeks of corruption. Will he be impeached and forced to step down?

RECENT HEARING ON JAN 6^TH PIPE BOMB INVESTIGATION

At Wednesday’s House Select Committee on Jan. 6 hearing, Rep. Harriet Hageman (R-WY) questioned witnesses about questions surrounding the Jan. 6 Capitol Riot. We are slowly getting to the TRUTH on what happened that day.

IS THERE SOMETHING ABOUT GREENLAND WE NEED TO KNOW?

I can see the false rhetoric and lies about Trump and Greenland. Today I wanted to break down Greenland’s strategic importance. You be the judge whether the U.S. should have any business with Greenland but first get educated on the matter and just don’t swallow what the crooked leftist want you to believe. Know the TRUTH and I got to tell today you are only going to get a small piece of it today since the rest is classified.

VENEZUELA – EPICENTER OF THE CABAL, WORLD BANKS & CARTELS

The TRUTH is slowly coming out as God told us through his prophets. It is time! You do want to know the TRUTH about Epstein, don’t you? Why do the politicians, especially the democrats, want to concentrate on the child trafficking and sexual fantasies that Epstein delivered. Why not expose the real TRUTH of what Epstein was really all about and who he was doing it for and why he had to die.

Uncovers fraudulent money to 509 Dead Tenants in Minnesota housing

84 million of federal eligible assistance for housing given to dead tenants. No wonder our national debt is so high. Folks doesn’t this make you mad when at the same time these democrats scream about Medicare and Social security going bankrupt in 5 years. The U.S. is paying a trillion dollars annually on interest just to maintain the debt. Think about what we could do with a trillion dollars each year. This is irresponsible spending on both the republicans and democrats.

So, here we go again. Yet more fraud in Minnesota. When will it end? Seems the more you peel the onion skin the more they are finding. Is this going to be the same in all these democrat states?

‘AMERICANS WILL BE SHOCKED’: MINNESOTA SPEAKER WARNS ON SCOPE OF FRAUD CRISIS

ICE & FBI STORM MINNEAPOLIS — $4.7 MILLION, 23 COCAINE BRICKS & SOMALI SENATOR

Here we go again. Opps, they thought we would miss this one, but they were wrong. This is HUGE! The mainstream news media once again does not want to hardly report on this one since it is not within the narrative of bashing Trump and his administration. This should have made HUGE headlines.

Now we find yet even more corruption. Corruption in the event and corruption in hardly reporting it to the American people. I’d like to see how the democrats are going to try to blame this one on Trump….lol..lol..lol.. How much more corruption in Minnesota are they going to find? When will it end? Yes, it’s connected to guess what….another Somalian and this time a US Samali Senator. Does this surprise you? God told his prophets what can be exposed will be exposed. I’d like to see how democrat Senator Nure tries to wiggle his way out of this one….

$4.7 Million, 23 Cocaine Bricks & Somali Senator EXPOSED

SENATE HEARING OF MINNESOTA FRAUD

It is a shame, almost a crime, that this hearing was not publicly televised or at least more publicaly talked about in the mainstream news media. Oh… but we know why, don’t we? The new media is protecting poor, innocent Ilan Omar…. Innocent, really? But at least there was no grandstanding for the cameras which is usually the case with these democrats.

Please listen to this documentary on the hearing when questions are asked when vice president Vance spoke. It will turn your stomach sour at the level of corruption and how Omar constantly tries to twist the facts or plays down what really happened to defend herself. Does this woman even live on the same planet?

But this is just the beginning, yet another step to remove her not just from congress but from her citizenship. Does she really think she can just downplay the stolen money and not be accountable? My take on this is what is taking the justice system so long to indite her and prosecute her. The first step is to throw you out of her congressional seat. Oh course she will just claim Muslim-phobia… lol..lol..

REPORTS REVEAL ACTIVISM TIES OF WOMAN KILLED IN MINNEAPOLIS ICE SHOOTING

Note how far the left will go trying to paint a picture of Renee Good being Miss “Goodie Two Shoes”. Folks the evidence shows she was a paid activist and showed up in many of these protest throughout the country during these ICE raids obstructing ICE which was their intent. Who is informing these groups ahead of time? Who is the informant in ICE? This is unlawful as it is an anti-ice group and not your common, ordinary group of citizens protesting calmly and expressing a grievance.

WHY MILLIONS OF AMERICANS WANT ILAN OMAR OUT OF CONGRESS

This is why millions of Americans want Ilan Omar out of congress and sent back to Samalia. Afterall, this is where her real allegiance is and so why not go back and serve Uncle Mohamud. Maybe she could marry her uncle too and be co-president alongside with her brother assisting. Both should be on the same flight back…

THE GREAT RESET IS HERE… BUT IT’S NOT THE ONE THE GLOBAL ELITES PLANNED!

MULLAHS FLEEING TO MOSCOW. WILL THE ISLAMIC REPUBLIC OF IRAN FINALLY COLLAPSE?

What is different in this current revolution from other attempts in years past?

THE IRAN–VENEZUELA SHAKEDOWN NOBODY CONNECTED UNTIL NOW

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MALIKI TO HARRIS: THE NEED TO “CONTROL WEAPONS” AND COMPLETE CONSTITUTIONAL REQUIREMENTS

On Wednesday, Nouri al-Maliki, head of the State of Law Coalition, stressed to Joshua Harris, the acting US ambassador to Iraq, the need to restrict weapons, and also discussed with him the issue of constitutional entitlements.

This came during Al-Maliki’s reception of Harris at his office today. According to a statement from his office received by Shafaq News Agency, the meeting included “discussions on ways to strengthen bilateral relations between the two countries, with the aim of serving the interests of the two friendly peoples. The two sides also reviewed developments in regional and international affairs.”

According to the statement, Maliki expressed “Iraq’s desire to continue cooperation and establish strong relations and a partnership with the United States by activating the Strategic Framework Agreement concluded between the two countries.”

Al-Maliki stated that “the national forces are determined to complete the constitutional requirements within their constitutional timeframes,” stressing that “building a strong and stable state requires restricting weapons to the state and strengthening the rule of law.”

(Remember when the people were revolting years ago, Maliki put on military BDUs and took up arms and walked the streets. Yes, Maliki we don’t forget.)

For his part, Joshua Harris expressed his hope to “work on strengthening cooperation between Baghdad and Washington in a way that contributes to supporting security and stability in Iraq and the region.”

Zuhair al-Jalabi, a member of the State of Law Coalition, told Shafaq News Agency on December 3, 2025, that his leader, Nouri al-Maliki, was the only person capable of disarming the armed factions of their “heavy” weapons, due to their trust in him.

Al-Jalabi explained that “the armed factions, as well as the Popular Mobilization Forces, trust al-Maliki, and when al-Maliki assumes the premiership, he can negotiate the withdrawal of heavy weapons by the factions.”

He pointed out that “the factions trust Maliki and do not trust anyone else, which enables him to succeed in this matter, unlike all the heads of government who did not succeed in it, and this point can help Maliki in supporting his obtaining a third term.”

For years, the Iraqi government has been grappling with the issue of “weapons outside the framework of the state,” asserting that the proliferation of medium and heavy weapons among some factions poses a challenge to strengthening stability and establishing the rule of law.

The outgoing Prime Minister, Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, believes that disarming the armed factions is linked to the presence of the international coalition in Iraq, which some factions consider an occupying force.

He explained, during an interview with Reuters, that Iraq is committed to putting all weapons under state control, and that the future program will include integrating factions into the security forces or politics by surrendering their weapons.

Meanwhile, Nouri al-Maliki, leader of the State of Law Coalition, says that “the armed factions have expressed their desire to integrate into state institutions and hand over their heavy weapons.”

For its part, the United States continues its repeated calls to Baghdad to ensure that armed factions are controlled and that attacks targeting US forces or interests are reduced, while affirming its support for the government’s efforts to strengthen security institutions.

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POLITICAL SOURCE: MALIKI’S NOMINATION AS PRIME MINISTER IS A CRIME AGAINST IRAQ AND ITS PEOPLE AND EVASION OF JUSTICE

(Mnt Goat: Folks this is not me saying this but the people of Iraq.)

According to a political source, the nomination of Nuri al-Maliki as the head of the previous government is a crime against Iraq and its people, and added the source, that al-Maliki is Strong Iran in Iraq is the one that gave the third of Iraq to ISIS under Iranian command and as a result of the corruption and psychology that prevails today, such as Spiker’s crime On Shiite youth voluntarily joining the battle front with ISIS without training and killing at least 1,300 Shab, he is the one who killed 220 Arabs on Sunday Al-Hawijah is the one that legitimizes corruption, sectarianism, theft of public property and much more!

Instead of the judicial accountability and judgment against the execution of Zahab al-Ittar al-Iranian to Tarshiha to be assigned until the whole of Iraq is handed over to ISIS al-Iranian. Source Nawab al-Iraq confirmed this nomination and Source Judiciary demanded that the Maliki account and the files of crime, corruption and treason overcome the judicial process.

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THE COORDINATING BODY WILL MEET EARLY NEXT WEEK TO DECIDE ON AL-MALIKI’S NOMINATION FOR PRIME MINISTER.

An informed source revealed on Tuesday that the Shiite Coordination Framework forces will hold their periodic meeting early next week to decide on the nomination of State of Law Coalition leader Nouri al-Maliki for the position of Prime Minister in the new government.

The source told Shafaq News Agency that “the Shiite House forces will hold their meeting next Saturday to discuss a number of issues, including understandings between some of the active forces within the coordination framework and the political scene.”

He explained that the meeting would include “discussing the issue of nominating Maliki for the next government, and assessing the final positions of the framework leaders regarding Maliki’s nomination for the premiership for the third time.”

The source also indicated that “the withdrawal and resignation of the leader of the Reconstruction and Development Coalition, the outgoing Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, from the race to win the premiership for the second time seems to have been a political tactic in order to put al-Maliki in front of the coordination framework, especially since there are some parties that do not want al-Maliki to return to power amidst the upcoming challenges and changes internally and regionally.”

He pointed out that the coordinating framework wants to form “a strong government acceptable to all political parties, capable of achieving balance in managing the next phase, in addition to assessing the general situation and ending the state of political stagnation and deadlock, along with other issues.”

The source added that “the issue of side understandings between some of the framework forces will also be discussed, in reference to (the understandings between the Reconstruction and Development bloc and the State of Law coalition and the formation of a unified parliamentary front), and the effects of this on the Shiite house, as it may cause the disintegration of the coordination framework.”

The spokesman for the Reconstruction and Development Coalition, Firas al-Muslawi, confirmed yesterday, Monday, that the head of the coalition, Muhammad Shia al-Sudani, had withdrawn his candidacy for the position of Prime Minister in favor of the head of the State of Law Coalition, Nouri al-Maliki, while revealing the formation of the “largest parliamentary bloc” between the two coalitions.

Al-Muslawi told Shafaq News Agency, “The coordination framework made a decision to authorize Al-Sudani and Al-Maliki to agree on the nomination of a candidate for the next prime minister. More than one meeting took place between them to discuss the government program and the upcoming challenges. Therefore, we and the leadership of the Reconstruction and Development Coalition unanimously decided (leaders and members) that Al-Sudani would withdraw his nomination in favor of Al-Maliki.”

He added that “the decision came to break the deadlock in the matter of choosing a framework candidate for the premiership and to adhere to constitutional timelines, and for several other reasons, including our concern for the interest of Iraq,” indicating that “the names included in the list of candidates are obscure names and cannot be named for this important position, which is the highest executive authority in the country.”

It is noted that a source within the Shiite coordination framework revealed to Shafaq News Agency that the forces that met last Saturday at the home of the leader of the Iraqi Foundation Coalition, Mohsen al-Mandalawi, sought clarification on the reasons that prompted the outgoing Prime Minister, Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, to withdraw from the nomination and give space to the leader of the State of Law Coalition, Nouri al-Maliki, to run.

According to the source, Maliki’s nomination was supported by most of the Coordination leaders, with the exception of the leader of the Wisdom Movement, Ammar al-Hakim, who sought the opinion of the religious authority and sent a message to the religious authority in Najaf. However, the latter renewed its refusal to interfere in the nomination of the prime minister, and thus the competition became limited to Maliki only.

Since the ratification of the election results held in November 2025, the Coordination Framework has begun holding meetings and conducting discussions among its forces and with other parties to decide on the position of Prime Minister, which is allocated to the Shiite component according to the custom in place after 2003.

Shafaq.com

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AL-AZM: WE HAVEN’T RECEIVED THE NAME OF THE FRAMEWORK CANDIDATE… AND OUR CHOICES ARE 90% FINALIZED – URGENT

Amid the intense political activity to resolve constitutional entitlements and form the next government, attention is focused on the path of understandings between the forces of the Coordination Framework on one hand, and the National Political Council, which represents the Sunni forces, on the other, especially with the link between the file of the Prime Minister and the file of the Presidency of the Republic and the balance of power within Parliament.

On Friday (January 16, 2026), Najat Al-Tai, a member of the Al-Azm Alliance, confirmed that the National Political Council has not yet received the official name of the candidate nominated by the Coordination Framework Forces for the position of Prime Minister, while she indicated that the Sunni forces have decided on about 90% of their options regarding participation in the upcoming cabinet.

Al-Ta’i told Baghdad Today that “the National Political Council, which represents the Sunni forces in Iraq, has not received any official confirmation so far regarding the identity of the candidate for the next prime minister,” noting that “the council will deal with this issue according to official data and not based on what is being circulated in the media.”

She added that “so far there is no confirmation that the coordinating framework has decided on a specific name,” indicating that “the indicators available to us suggest that the framework may not announce its final candidate before the vote on the position of President of the Republic is decided, which seems clear in the current political scene.”

She explained that “deciding on the position of President of the Republic will be the gateway to moving to the stage of determining the identity of the candidate for Prime Minister by the forces of the Coordination Framework.”

In the same context, Al-Ta’i confirmed that “the National Political Council, which represents the Sunni forces, has decided on its choices by up to 90% regarding the nature of participation in the cabinet and the determination of candidates,” stressing that “there are no disagreements on this issue, and that understandings are the prevailing position at the present time.”

This stance comes at a time when the political process is witnessing significant activity aimed at first resolving the issue of the presidency, as this is a constitutional prerequisite for the largest bloc within the coordination framework to nominate a candidate for prime minister. The National Political Council is one of the most prominent frameworks coordinating the positions of Sunni forces regarding the distribution of ministerial posts and portfolios, in accordance with the balance of power within parliament. With the name of the coordination framework’s candidate for prime minister still not officially announced, Sunni forces are approaching the matter with a strategy of “cautious waiting,” largely securing their ministerial share and options within the upcoming cabinet until the identity of the president and subsequently the prime minister is determined.

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IRAQ’S PRIME MINISTER STEPS ASIDE FOR RIVAL IN POST-ELECTION WRANGLING OVER GOVERNMENT

By QASSIM ABDUL-ZAHRA

(Mnt Goat: This is FAKE news and only opinions. Remember Maliki owns the majority of the news media channels in Iraq. Did you forget? If it seems weird and so far out of left field, it probably is FAKE NEWS! Certainly the US would never accept Nori Al-Maliki again, or would they with strict condition?)

BAGHDAD (AP) — Iraq’s caretaker Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, whose bloc won the largest share of seats in November’s parliamentary elections, has stepped aside to clear the field for a rival, former Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki, two Iraqi officials said Tuesday.

The officials — a senior leader in al-Sudani’s Reconstruction and Development Coalition and a government official — spoke on condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to speak publicly about the matter. Al-Sudani’s office did not respond to a request for comment.

Al-Sudani’s Reconstruction and Development Coalition won 46 seats in the 329-seat parliament, while the coalition led by al-Maliki won 30 seats. Both men had sought the backing of the Coordination Framework, a coalition of Iran-backed Shiite parties that brought al-Sudani to power in 2022.

The two Iraqi officials said the Coordination Framework was unable to choose between the top contenders and left it to the candidates themselves to decide. A meeting between al-Sudani and al-Maliki agreed that al-Sudani would step aside in favor of al-Maliki, they said.

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GOVERNMENT ADVISOR: TOURISM INVESTMENT IS A GATEWAY TO STIMULATING THE PRIVATE SECTOR AND DIVERSIFYING NATIONAL INCOME.

The Prime Minister’s financial advisor, Mazhar Muhammad Saleh, confirmed on Friday that Iraq has more than 12,000 archaeological sites that form the basis for a comprehensive tourism launch, explaining that tourism investment is a gateway to stimulating the private sector and diversifying national income.

He added that “tourism in Iraq represents a strategic economic lever capable of reducing the single dependence on oil, opening up broad prospects for diversifying national income, creating direct and indirect job opportunities, revitalizing the service and commercial sectors, as well as providing the economy with important revenues from foreign currency.”

He pointed out that “tourism leads to an increase in demand for local products and services, especially handicrafts, food products, and national cuisine, which strengthens local value chains. At the employment level, it is estimated that a single tourism event in the hotel accommodation sector alone is capable of generating more than 25 job opportunities at once, which highlights the multiplier effect of this sector on the labor market.”

He pointed out that “tourism investment contributes to stimulating private sector trends by supporting the growth of small and medium enterprises, such as transport companies, restaurants and shops, and it also has a positive impact on the macroeconomy through the development of infrastructure by investing in roads, airports, hotels and public facilities, which enhances the investment attractiveness of the country as a whole.”

Saleh emphasized that “Iraq has more than 12,000 archaeological sites stretching from Babylon, Ur and Nineveh to Baghdad and Samarra, as well as holy religious shrines. These are unique cultural treasures, some of which have been included in UNESCO’s World Heritage List, and they form a solid foundation for a comprehensive tourism initiative with economic, cultural and civilizational dimensions.

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THE CENTRAL BANK GOVERNOR DISCUSSES WITH OLIVER WYMAN WAYS TO IMPROVE IRAQ’S SOVEREIGN AND CREDIT RATINGS.

The National Team and the Technical Committee for Sovereign Rating held a joint meeting with Oliver Wyman Consulting. The meeting was chaired by the head of the National Team, His Excellency the Governor of the Central Bank of Iraq, Mr. Ali Mohsen Al-Alaq, and attended by Dr. Mazhar Mohammed Saleh, Advisor to the Prime Minister and Head of the Technical Committee, along with a group of experts from relevant ministries and the private sector.

The purpose of the meeting was to discuss mechanisms for improving the sovereign and credit ratings of the Republic of Iraq. During the meeting, the most prominent pillars and key issues requiring work in cooperation with international rating agencies S&P, Fitch, and Moody’s were discussed. Emphasis was placed on the importance of applying the five pillars adopted in rating methodologies: institutional quality and financial strength, monetary strength, economic structure and growth prospects, political events and risks, and governance and overall stability.

The meeting also addressed the need to build a comprehensive economic and financial base for Iraq that reflects the reform process, institutional capacities, and future opportunities, ensuring its practical applicability. Furthermore, the importance of direct and continuous communication with international rating agencies was stressed to enhance mutual understanding and achieve sustainable positive results.
This meeting comes within the framework of the government’s efforts to improve the image of the Iraqi economy and enhance international confidence, as the Iraqi government had announced in September 2025 the formation of the National Team for Improving the Credit Rating, which includes a select group of experts and representatives of various economic sectors, with the aim of raising the sovereign rating and supporting financial and economic stability in the country.

Central Bank of Iraq,
Media Office,
January 14, 2026

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PLANNING: NEW OUTPUTS FOR DEVELOPING THE PRIVATE SECTOR IN IRAQ

The Ministry of Planning revealed on Friday the most prominent outputs of the private sector development strategy for the coming years, stressing that the formation of the permanent council for private sector development represents the basic pillar for advancing the economic reality.

The official spokesman for the ministry, Abdul Zahra Al-Hindawi, said in a statement to the official agency, which was followed by the “Al-Sa’a” network, that “the strategy for developing the private sector, which was launched in 2016 and extends until 2030, is proceeding according to 3 planned stages, which began with the preparation stage, followed by the empowerment stage, leading up to the third stage, which is the leadership and pioneering of the private sector .”

He added that “the most important practical steps resulting from this strategy are the formation of the (Permanent Council for the Development of the Private Sector), which is the first of its kind in Iraq,” noting that “the Council enjoys direct governmental support, as it is headed by the Prime Minister, Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani, and the Minister of Planning is his first deputy, while the position of second deputy is held by one of the figures from the private economic sector .”

Al-Hindawi explained that “the council includes a general body consisting of more than 200 members representing various economic and development activities, as well as an administrative body comprising about 30 members covering various economic and social activities in the country.”

Regarding the nature of the council’s work at the current stage, he confirmed that “the council is currently working on developing and translating the items of the strategy through a series of meetings and joint discussions between government agencies and the private sector.”

He explained that “the goal is to study the reality of all sectors, including tourism, industry, trade and others, and to develop specialized mechanisms to advance them,” adding that “the work also includes studying a package of existing legislation and exploring the possibility of amending it or proposing new legislation that contributes to empowering the private sector.”

He pointed out that “this effort will have a tangible impact on developing the structure of the national economy and strengthening the role of the private sector as a key partner in the development process

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SECRET MEETING IN WASHINGTON: TRUMP’S ENVOY MEETS WITH REZA PAHLAVI TO DISCUSS THE FUTURE OF THE IRANIAN REGIME.

In Washington, White House spokeswoman Carolyn Leavitt said the national security team held a meeting Tuesday morning to discuss options for dealing with the developments in the protests, without the participation of President Donald Trump.

Protests continued on Tuesday in several Iranian cities, amid conflicting estimates of the death toll and growing talk of a widespread crackdown and communications disruptions.

The Axios report quoted a US official as saying that Israel shared an assessment with the United States that “at least 5,000” protesters had been killed, a figure that could not be independently verified.

In a message via his “Truth Social” platform, Trump called on Iranians to continue the protests and “take control of institutions,” saying that “help is on the way,” without specifying its nature.

Pahlavi is the son of the Shah of Iran, who was overthrown in the 1979 revolution, and leads an opposition movement from his exile in the United States. Over the past two weeks, he has intensified his appearances on American television, calling on Washington to support the protests.

The report indicated that the Trump administration did not initially view Pahlavi as an influential political player, but was surprised to hear chants in his name during demonstrations in more than one city, according to a US official.

Axios quoted Karim Sadjadpour of the Carnegie Endowment as saying that Pahlavi could be a rallying point for nationalist sentiments among some protesters, in contrast to what he described as the extremism of the Islamic regime.

Raz Zimmt of the Israeli Institute for National Security Studies said that the repetition of Pahlavi’s name in the protests is “notable,” but it is difficult to say for certain whether it reflects broad popular support within Iranian society.

According to opinion polls conducted over the past years, up to November 2025, about a third of Iranians support Pahlavi, while another third strongly oppose him.

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IRAN THREATENS TO BOMB US BASES, AND CALLS FOR HELP ARE MADE FROM AL UDEID AIR BASE IN QATAR.

This came in the wake of threats by US President Donald Trump to intervene amid anti-government protests across Iran. Reuters reported, citing three diplomats, that some individuals were advised to leave the US military’s Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar by Wednesday evening, adding that the US Embassy in Doha offered no immediate comment on the matter.

Al Udeid Air Base is the largest US base in the Middle East, housing approximately 10,000 troops. Prior to the US airstrikes on Iran in June, some personnel were relocated from US bases in the Middle East.

The Iranian official confirmed that direct contacts between Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi and US Special Envoy Steve Wittkopf have been suspended, adding that US threats are undermining diplomatic efforts and that any potential meetings between the two officials to find a diplomatic solution to the decades-long nuclear dispute have been cancelled.

Yesterday, US President Donald Trump announced that he had cancelled all meetings with Iranian officials “until the killing of protesters stops,” calling on those participating in the protests to continue demonstrating, and assuring them that “help is coming.”

The United States and other countries had urged their citizens to leave Iran as soon as possible.

Meanwhile, the Wall Street Journal, citing officials in Gulf states, revealed that the administration of US President Donald Trump informed its allies that an attack on Iran had become “more likely than not.”

The Wall Street Journal reported yesterday that Saudi Arabia is leading a Gulf front that includes Qatar and Oman, in order to dissuade the White House from launching a strike against Iran, fearing the repercussions of this step on the stability of the region.

Burathanews.com

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TRUMP PRAISES HIS ENVOY TO IRAQ: AN EXCEPTIONAL NEGOTIATOR ON A COMPLEX ISSUE

US President Donald Trump praised Special Envoy to Iraq Mark Savaya on Tuesday (January 13, 2026) during a press conference held in Washington.

Trump told Savaya, “Great job you’ve done. This guy negotiates better than anybody else,” referring to his role in managing files related to Iraq. The US president added: “You need that. With Iraq you need that. You have to be a good negotiator, Mark,” stressing the importance of negotiating skills in dealing with “complex Iraqi issues.”

Trump’s praise for the special envoy to Iraq comes at a sensitive time in US-Iraqi relations, in which complex political, security and economic issues are intertwined.

During this period, Washington is intensifying its diplomatic efforts to maintain its influence in Iraq and manage the balance in its relations with the Iraqi government amidst escalating regional challenges, highlighting the importance of the negotiating role of American envoys in Baghdad.

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HARRIS ASSURES BARZANI: THERE IS NO PLACE FOR IRANIAN-BACKED TERRORIST MILITIAS IN THE IRAQI GOVERNMENT.

(Mnt Goat: how many times must the US say it before Iraq realizes they mean business.)

A statement from Barzani’s headquarters, received by Shafaq News Agency, said that “Masoud Barzani received at the Salah al-Din resort (Pir Mam), a delegation from the US Embassy in Iraq headed by Joshua Harris, the US Chargé d’Affaires in Iraq.”

The statement noted that during the meeting, which was attended by Gwendolyn Green, the US Consul General in Erbil, the US Chargé d’Affaires briefed the US Embassy on the political process in Iraq following the parliamentary elections, relations between Iraqi political parties, and efforts to form a unified federal government in Iraq.

He noted that the acting US ambassador also highlighted the situation in the region and the complexities in Syria, praising President Barzani’s continued efforts to support the Iraqi political process and calm tensions in Syria.

For his part, Barzani assured the visiting delegation that he would spare no effort in coordinating between the political parties to reach satisfactory results and form a strong federal government. He also said he would continue his efforts to resolve all problems and obstacles between the political parties on the one hand, and to address outstanding issues between the Kurdistan Regional Government and the federal government on the other.

Regarding the situation in Syria and the challenges facing the region in general, Barzani stressed that he is making serious efforts to resolve all problems peacefully through dialogue and understanding, and away from violence.

The statement concluded by saying that the meeting addressed another topic concerning relations between the Kurdistan Region and the United States, and efforts to strengthen and develop these relations.

For its part, the US Embassy in Baghdad said that Chargé d’Affaires Joshua Harris met with Masoud Barzani and discussed a number of political, security and economic issues.

The embassy said in a statement that the meeting addressed the importance of protecting Iraqi sovereignty, enhancing regional security, and strengthening mutually beneficial economic relations.

Harris reiterated, according to the statement, that “Iranian-backed terrorist militias, which ignore Iraq’s calls for disarmament, have no place in the Iraqi government in any capacity.”

The US chargé d’affaires stressed that the United States will continue to emphasize clearly and consistently the need for Iraq to act urgently to dismantle the terrorist militias that seek to achieve a foreign agenda that undermines Iraq’s sovereignty, impoverishes it, threatens Americans and Iraqis, and drags the country into a regional conflict.

Shafaq.com

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THE TRUMP ADMINISTRATION DESIGNATES MUSLIM BROTHERHOOD BRANCHES IN THREE COUNTRIES AS TERRORIST ORGANIZATIONS.

US Secretary of State Mike Rubio said, “These measures are among the first steps in efforts to thwart violence perpetrated by branches of the Muslim Brotherhood.”

Rubio added, “We will use the tools available to deprive these branches of the Muslim Brotherhood of the resources to engage in terrorism.”

The White House announced on November 25, 2025, that US President Donald Trump had signed an executive order directing the Secretaries of State and the Treasury to study whether specific branches of the Muslim Brotherhood should be designated as “foreign terrorist organizations and specially designated international terrorists.”

It is worth noting that the Muslim Brotherhood in Jordan is a dissolved group, and its activities were officially banned in April of last year, with it being considered an “illegal association” and any activity by it or the promotion of its ideas being prohibited, based on a previous judicial decision issued in 2020 that considered it “dissolved”.

Shafaq.com

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THE PRICE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE “BLUE” AND “WHITE” DOLLARS DECREASED TO 900 DINARS FOLLOWING A FATWA PROHIBITING IT.

The exchange markets in Erbil witnessed a significant decrease in the price difference between the two denominations of the US dollar known locally as (blue and white) on Thursday, as the difference dropped to only 900 dinars after it had previously reached 4000 dinars, following the issuance of a religious edict prohibiting price discrimination between them.

In a press statement he made today, Thursday, January 15, 2026, to Kurdistan 24, Kifi Khoshnaw, spokesman for the dollar market in Erbil, said: “The fatwa issued by the Supreme Council for Fatwas in the Kurdistan Region yesterday was a very positive and necessary step, as citizens were bearing large additional financial burdens when buying real estate or cars or in their other commercial transactions because of this difference.”

Khoshnaw added that the price difference, which had remained at a high of 4,000 dinars for a long time, decreased today immediately after the fatwa was issued, reaching 900 dinars. He expects this difference to disappear completely within the next few days, so that the two categories will be completely equal in value.

The market spokesperson also called on the relevant authorities and banks to find radical solutions to the problem of old or “torn” banknotes, stressing that addressing this issue will greatly contribute to facilitating financial transactions and easing the burden on citizens.

For his part, Abdullah Sherkawi, spokesman for the Supreme Council for Fatwas, explained the Sharia position in a statement to Kurdistan 24, saying: “Charging any additional amounts under the pretext of the difference in the type of dollar (white or blue) when exchanging is something forbidden by Sharia.”

Sherkawi pointed out that, from a legal and religious standpoint, the dollar, in both its denominations, is considered a single monetary unit of equal value; therefore, the exchange must be done “hand to hand” and in the same amount without any increase, stressing that any increase stipulated in this regard falls under the category of forbidden.

The Supreme Council for Fatwas issued its official fatwa yesterday, Wednesday, stressing the prohibition of discrimination between dollar denominations, while putting in place legitimate solutions that ensure fairness in financial transactions away from exploitation.

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SAVAYA DISCUSSES IRAQ-RELATED ISSUES AT THE WHITE HOUSE

Savaya said in a tweet on the “X” platform, which was followed by the “Al-Sa’a” network: “Today I finalized arrangements for a meeting at the White House with Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, Sebastian Gorka, Director of Counterterrorism Affairs.”

He added: “We agreed that the issues discussed will be addressed during my upcoming visit to Iraq, where I will communicate with the appropriate decision-makers to confront the situation on the ground, in a way that serves the interests of the Iraqi people.”

He concluded by saying, “Let’s make Iraq great again.”

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US SIGNALS NEW SANCTIONS AS TREASURY REVIEWS IRAQI FINANCIAL NETWORKS

US Special Envoy to Iraq Mark Savaya said he has held talks with the Department of the Treasury and the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) on tightening oversight of Iraq’s banking sector, as Washington steps up efforts to curb money laundering, smuggling and the financing of militant groups.

Savaya said the meeting also covered “next steps related to forthcoming sanctions targeting malign actors and networks that undermine financial integrity and state authority,” signaling that additional designations could follow as investigations advance.

The renewed push comes as the US intensifies scrutiny of Iraq’s financial system, which has long been vulnerable to corruption, smuggling and the diversion of public funds through weak oversight and politically connected networks. In recent years, the Treasury Department and its enforcement arms have sanctioned banks, businesses and individuals accused of laundering money or facilitating financing for armed groups operating in Iraq and across the region.

US authorities have also tightened monitoring of dollar transactions involving Iraqi banks, citing concerns that some channels were being used to move illicit funds or bypass international restrictions. Iraqi officials say they are working to improve compliance with international standards and to strengthen regulatory institutions, but acknowledge that structural weaknesses and political interference remain major obstacles.

The issue has taken on added importance as Baghdad seeks greater foreign investment and financial stability amid budget pressures and ongoing security challenges. Western officials argue that stronger transparency and enforcement are essential not only for economic reform but also for curbing the financing of extremist groups and criminal networks that undermine state authority.

Savaya said the talks reflected the broader direction of bilateral ties, adding that relations between Iraq and the US are at their strongest under President Donald Trump, with both sides seeking deeper cooperation on governance, security and economic reform.

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ON TRUMP’S ORDERS, SAVAYA IS IN BAGHDAD: “COMPLETE COMPLIANCE OR TOTAL ERADICATION.”

With news of the arrival of US President Donald Trump’s envoy to Iraq, Mark Savaya, today or tomorrow in Baghdad, carrying a “booby-trapped briefcase” of files, sanctions, and what Washington calls “hard gifts,” attention is turning to one of the most complex issues in the Iraqi economy: money smuggling networks, money laundering, and the circulation of hard currency outside legal channels, amid anticipation of the extent of the targeting that may extend to banks, companies, businessmen, and networks linked to armed factions, and what impact this step may have on the stability of the economy, the exchange rate, and the balance of political power internally.

Savaya: An envoy speaking “the language of numbers”

Mark Savaya, an Iraqi-American businessman of Chaldean origin, has served as the US Special Envoy to Iraq since October 2025, with authority directly linking the Iraqi file to the White House. In recent days, he held a series of meetings in Washington, including with US Secretary of Defense Pete Hagseth and the Director of Counterterrorism, before proceeding to the US Treasury Department, where he announced an agreement on a “comprehensive review” of payment records and financial transactions linked to institutions, companies, and individuals in Iraq whose names are associated with smuggling, money laundering, and fraudulent contracts and projects.

Economic and financial expert Ahmed Al-Tamimi believes that this course “reflects an escalating American trend to tighten pressure tools in the near future,” explaining to “Baghdad Today” that Washington presents these steps as part of “attempts to protect the international financial system and prevent its exploitation in money laundering operations and financing illegal activities.”

From dollar restrictions to selective sanctions

Over the past few years, the United States has tightened restrictions on Iraqi banks’ access to dollars through the foreign exchange platform and their dealings with the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. This has resulted in limiting the transactions of several private banks and prohibiting others from using dollars, ostensibly to curb currency smuggling abroad. This context makes the new threat brandished by Savaya an extension of an existing pattern, but one more specifically targeting individuals, companies, and networks.

Al-Tamimi explains one aspect of the nature of the potential sanctions, indicating that “the package may include freezing assets, restrictions on bank transfers, and a ban on dealing with financial institutions and companies suspected of involvement in serious violations,” which means that some economic entities may suddenly find themselves outside the network of international transactions, or under strict scrutiny that raises the cost of any external activity for them.

Who is the likely target?

Despite the absence of publicly announced regulations so far, the pattern of US sanctions in similar cases allows for an initial outline of the categories likely to be targeted:

– Banks and money exchange companies whose names frequently appear in compliance and money laundering reports, or which have been linked to dollar transfers that were blocked in the past.
– Front companies in the contracting, equipment, and general trading sectors, operating as cover for government contracts or the supply of essential goods, with suspicions that “margins” are being paid to political entities or armed factions.
– Businessmen and financial intermediaries managing a complex network of cross-border transfers and contracts, particularly with countries subject to sanctions or strict monitoring.
– Entities linked to armed factions that are designated or quasi-designated on sanctions lists, whether through security companies, associations, or commercial and media fronts.

In this context, Al-Tamimi points out that “the message is not directed only at the names that will be placed on the list, but at the wider circle around them,” because any businessman, bank or company that gets close to this circle will find himself under the microscope of international compliance systems, even if his name is not directly mentioned in the sanctions decisions.

How will Iraq’s economy be affected?

Economically, the effects of sanctions are not limited to freezing an account here or banning a bank there; they extend to the image of the Iraqi market as a whole in the eyes of correspondent banks and investors. Al-Tamimi warns that “any expansion of the scope of sanctions will practically lead to even stricter measures by foreign banks, which may resort to what is called ‘excessive compliance,’ meaning refraining from dealing with Iraqi entities simply for fear of being sanctioned.”

This rigidity is reflected in three main ways:

– Increased cost of remittances and foreign trade: The higher the risk factor in dealing with Iraq, the higher the commissions and processing times for remittances, and some transactions may even be rejected outright.

– Additional pressure on the exchange rate: If the flow of official dollars declines, or the number of restricted banks expands, reliance on the parallel market will increase, threatening to erode citizens’ purchasing power and widen the gap between the official and parallel exchange rates.

– Slowdown in investments and major projects: International companies will reconsider their plans, especially in sectors where government contracts involve local entities subject to sanctions or suspicion.

The citizen at the heart of the storm: from the dollar to prices

Although sanctions are legally framed as being “targeted” at specific individuals and entities, experience in Iraq, Iran, and Syria over the past years shows that ordinary citizens often bear the brunt of the impact. Al-Tamimi explains that “any disruption to the flow of dollars or tightening of transfers is quickly reflected in the prices of imported goods, from food to medicine and construction materials, because the Iraqi economy is highly dependent on imports.”

As costs rise for banks and companies, the burden is gradually passed on to the end consumer through:

– Increased prices for goods and services.
– Reduced job opportunities in sectors affected by sanctions or banking restrictions.
– Restricted access to loans and financing, especially for small and medium-sized enterprises.

In this sense, how the government manages this issue becomes a crucial factor in mitigating the impact of sanctions on the public: the more organized alternatives for trade and finance are available, and the more the parallel market is controlled and monopolies are prevented, the less able speculators are to turn sanctions into an opportunity to profit at the expense of the citizen.

Will politicians be affected and will the equation be disrupted?

Politically, sanctions of this kind have the potential to rearrange some of the balance of power within the Iraqi political system:

Political blocs whose power is largely derived from money may face restrictions on their traditional funding networks, limiting their ability to manage election campaigns, buy loyalties, or finance media and service-oriented outlets.

Some politicians linked to businessmen or banks subject to sanctions may find themselves facing two equally unpalatable options: either attempting to distance themselves from these networks or engaging in a political and media confrontation with Washington, with all the domestic and international costs that entails.

Other forces may exploit the sanctions to present themselves as “less costly” to the West, through reformist rhetoric and promises of financial compliance, thus adding an external dimension to the internal competition.

Conversely, some factions are attempting to downplay the threats from Savaya, with some of their rhetoric even resorting to mockery of any political or economic entity that seriously addresses the sanctions issue or tries to open channels of understanding with it, going so far as to issue veiled threats against anyone who “cooperates” with the American approach. These messages may discourage some actors from pursuing financial reform, but they do not negate the fact that the sanctions are imposed from abroad, and their cost will affect everyone to varying degrees.

Two parallel paths: sanctions and “surgical” strikes

Another significant indicator, not lost on observers, is the arrangement of Savaya’s meetings in Washington: the Treasury Department on one hand, and the Department of Defense on the other. This arrangement, in the view of many, reflects two parallel approaches within the Trump administration’s thinking regarding Iraq and the region.

– A financial and punitive track led by the Treasury Department, through reviewing records, tightening compliance, and imposing sanctions on individuals and entities. –
A “surgical” security and military track remains available as a backup option, based on targeted strikes against objectives classified as a direct threat to US interests or those of its partners.

This is a path Iraq has witnessed in recent years through drone strikes or precision missile attacks targeting leaders and positions of armed factions. The difference this time, according to political assessments, lies in Savaya’s position itself; he is presented in political circles as Trump’s personal envoy, with whom he has a close relationship and a shared business background. This means that his political mandate may be broader than that of a traditional envoy, and that his recommendations on the issues of sanctions and “surgical” strikes will be closer to the decision-making circle in the White House.

Ahmed Al-Tamimi warns that “combining financial and security tools raises the level of risks; if sanctions alone do not bring about the desired change from Washington’s point of view, the appetite for using other tools may increase, and Iraq has experienced this equation more than once.”

A test of the will for reform before it is a conflict with Washington

Ultimately, the “Safaya sanctions” issue is not simply a bilateral conflict between Baghdad and Washington, but rather reveals an internal test of the will for reform in Iraq:

If the government acts swiftly to cleanse the financial system, tighten oversight of banks and companies, and protect the exchange market from speculation, some of the pressure can be contained and transformed into an opportunity to rebuild confidence.
However, if the threat is treated as “merely a passing political maneuver,” met only with denials or verbal escalation, Iraq may find itself facing a broader package of sanctions, where the interests of the White House intersect with regional agendas, while the average citizen bears the brunt of the cost at exchange bureaus and on market shelves.

Between these two paths, Washington and its allies will be watching events unfold, just as the Iraqi public is watching the exchange rate, the cost of living, and job opportunities. The difference is that the former possesses the tools of sanctions and “surgery,” while the latter can only wait for the results of the numbers game and the decisions made far from its grasp, only to discover later whether it alone will bear the brunt of it, or whether genuine reform will finally begin from within before being imposed from the outside.

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“MIDDLE EAST”: MAJOR US MILITARY MOVEMENTS IN PREPARATION FOR STRIKING IRAN

Fox News revealed on Friday that the United States is conducting military movements in the Middle East, describing them as a “force buildup” operation.

Fox News quoted officials as saying that “the US military movements are being described as a force build-up operation.”

The sources added that “if US President Donald Trump decides to take military action against Iran, it will be different and more aggressive.”

She explained that “American military planners are preparing a range of options that will depend on how the Iranian regime behaves in the coming days.” The sources pointed out that “missile defense systems are expected to be sent to the region to strengthen the defenses of US and Israeli bases, and these systems will include missile defense assets.”

Military sources also reported that the United States has moved at least one aircraft carrier to the Middle East as tensions with Iran escalate. She noted that “it is not yet clear whether the carrier is the USS Abraham Lincoln currently operating in the South China Sea, or one of the two aircraft carriers that left Norfolk and San Diego earlier this week, and the transfer to the region is expected to take at least a week.”

According to the network, US military forces are expected to flow into the region by air, land and sea in the coming days and weeks to provide Trump with military options should he decide to launch strikes against Iran.

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

Just the FACTS!

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January 13, 2026 Edition of Latest Mnt Goat Newsletter

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January 13, 2026 Mnt Goat News Brief

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STATUS OF THE RV

I hope everyone is off to a good start of the new year 2026. I can assure you it is going to be a VERY, VERY interesting year. In fact, I would call it a ‘pivital’ and ‘transformational’ year in many aspects.

Transformational describes a profound or significant change that alters the nature, form, or function of something, often leading to improvement or growth. It is commonly used in personal development, business, and science.

There are some that still don’t believe me in that the 1300 is NOT an revaluation of the dinar. I have to add again that it is just a tactic the CBI is using to ease the tension on the dinar and keep inflation low. In response to sceptics the CBI even came out with a resent message to the public specifically telling them the ‘official’ Iraqi Central Bank rate of the Iraqi dinar is still 1320. But we must also ask ourselves why did the CBI just tell us this when they have been using this tactic since 2023? This is the important part of this message we all should be thinking about now. Please go read my January 8th Newsletter in the article titled “CENTRAL BANK CONFIRMS OFFICIAL DOLLAR RATE REMAINS STEADY AT 1,320 DINARS” including more detail on this subject matter. We will talk more later about this today in this current Newsletter.

Read my lips- THIS 1300 IS NOT A REVALUATION OF THE IRAQI DINAR!

Folks, things are moving so fast now as we continue in 2026. God told us through his prophets that 2026 is going to be a key year in many aspects. We can now see the dark figures hiding behind paid protestors attempting to stop ICE and the cleanup efforts of corruption in the Unites States. The dark entities will not win and the sweep will continue to all states to expose corruption. The baffling question in my mind is why do the democrats (and a few republicans too) fight this effort so much? Why do they want to close down this effort of ICE in the exposure of corruption and fraud?

Be careful who you VOTE for….

Remember what God told us we must walk by spirit and his words and not depend on the major news media stream to lead our thoughts. How do we do this then? In times of tribulation God sends his prophets to us. But do we choose to listen? I can see by reading comments from my blog that many still refuse to listen to God’s words through his prophets and think this is all nonsense. Well…if it is all just nonsense then why are so many, if not all, of these prophetic words being fulfilled? Is this just coincidental?

Remember that months ago I told everyone that the revaluation and reinstatement of the Iraqi dinar would be part of a global-wide ‘reset’. Are you now beginning to see the reset taking place right in front of our noses? Why would the IQD revalue to any significant amount while the dark elements still prevail and only find ways to take the money from us? Do see now the dark forces in Minnesota and what they have done to that state?

In fact, it is the cabal that has also been holding this event from Iraq and has put Iraq in the position it is in now. Global oil is declining and will continue to decline. Again, I say if the RV would have happened on schedule in 2012-2013, things would be much different today in Iraq and you would not even be reading this blog today. These are very strong, powerful, dark elements hindering the light from shining through. But it will shine and our prayers will make it happen. Yes, we decree it to happen!

This Godly reset is in motion and will continue. Did you take the time to listen to Julie Green’s latest prophecies? So, we expect, not the cabal definition of a reset, but God’s divine vision of a reset. As investors we want this RV really bad as many need it to survive even. Many are just greedy sons-of- bitches. On the flip side many also want to use part of the funds to help those in need to feed the hungry and cloth the poor. My family needs it too as this Covid virus “bullshit shutdown” really hurt our business and set us back. In Europe we did not get all the subsidies the US provided. The impact is still lingering today. Was it all even worth it? Was it even really about a virus afterall?

I want to emphasize once again not to get negative on the RV. It’s going to happen and has to happen. The current stalling of the event is almost solely due to what is happening in Iran. Iran will soon fall. It is coming and the writing is on the wall. Government officials in Iran have already made deals with the Russians to defect. These events in Iran will certainly affect the minds of the leaders of the militias in Iraq and bring them to second think about being disbanded. Many will simply go home back to Iran. Their arms will be under the control of the Iraqi forces. You might want to take a peek at yet another article on this subject matter titled “US CHARGÉ D’AFFAIRES: THE UNITED STATES EMPHASIZES THE NEED FOR IMMEDIATE ACTION TO DISMANTLE “MILITIAS” IN IRAQ”. 😊 Once again the US Embassy in Baghdad stated that the United States will continue to clearly emphasize the need for immediate action to dismantle militias in Iraq. We are NOT going to see the RV until this happens, says my contact in the CBI. You might also want to read a second article titled “HARRIS: AMERICA WILL TAKE IMMEDIATE ACTION TO DISMANTLE PRO-IRANIAN “TERRORIST” MILITIAS“. The acting head of the US mission in Iraq, Joshua Harris, confirmed on Friday that Washington is moving towards taking immediate action to dismantle what he described as “Iranian-backed terrorist militias,” stressing that the inclusion of “militias” in the new government is contrary to Iraqi-American relations.

In a post on its X platform, the embassy said that Chargé d’Affaires Joshua Harris met with Ammar al-Hakim, leader of the Hikma Movement, to discuss shared interests in protecting Iraqi sovereignty, defeating terrorism, enhancing regional security, and strengthening economic ties that benefit both Americans and Iraqis. Harris reiterated that “the inclusion of Iranian-backed terrorist militias in the Iraqi government, in any capacity, is incompatible with a strong US-Iraqi partnership.”

All I can say is – What the hell was Iraq thinking in even allowing the militias to stay in their country this long? Can you say Nori al-Maliki? How does this guy still exist in Iraq? And no he is not going to be the next prime minister. I would be VERY surprised if Al-Sudani does not get a second term. I know, I know there is lots of propaganda trying to convince the citizens that Al Maliki still has so much power and can whittle his way into the position again. But this simply is not true. The only reason why Maliki still even exists in Iran is that he is protected by the Iranian militia. He is a double agent working for both the U.S. and Iran. His wings have been clipped way back a decade ago when he refused to concede the prime minister after the 2014 election. What will happen to him once Iran falls? This may finally be the end to the Nori al-Maliki peanut-head monster. Remember God did tell us justice is coming and I can not see justice allowing this guy to continue much longer in politics in Iraq. He must be punished for the thousands of citizens he killed and for allowing the ISIS crisis in the first place.

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😊 So, here is an interesting point of view in article titled “RECONSTRUCTION AND DEVELOPMENT: IT IS LIKELY THAT MALIKI WILL ENDORSE SUDANI’S NOMINATION FOR PRIME MINISTER IN THE COMING HOURS.” Abdul Hadi Al-Saadawi, a member of the Reconstruction and Development Coalition, confirmed that the competition within the framework has become limited to Maliki and Al-Sudani, and that one of the two parties must concede to the other, suggesting that Maliki will, in the last hours, endorse Al-Sudani’s nomination for the premiership.

I can see that by the blog comments on the CBI latest announcement about the 1300 dinar that many still don’t know the truth or refuse to believe it. Folks, I know you want the RV real bad but making up stories will certainly not get it for you. It will only prolong the confusion and pain already in this dinar intel community on the web. So, let’s get real and listen to what the CBI tells us about this 1300 rate.

If I were you, I would read the latest article on this 1300 rate subject matter to help clarify it for you. The article is titled “WHAT DOES FIXING THE DOLLAR EXCHANGE RATE AT 1300 IN THE 2026 BUDGET MEAN? AND DOES THE CENTRAL BANK HAVE A PLAN TO CONTROL EXCHANGE RATE FLUCTUATIONS? A SUDANESE ADVISOR EXPLAINS.” Folks Iraq is telling us what it means are you going to listen?

So, here it is in a short summary. This is not the “official” rate for investors, the public to buy and sell dinar. Get it? It is just an “official exchange rate policy used” to control stability in the dinar and not the “official” rate going forward for 2026 down from 1320. I know something was lost in the wording from Arabic to English. But it describes below how the 1300 rate will be continued to be used in 2026 budgeting and how it was used since 2023.

“The Central Bank stated that “the official exchange rate that will be adopted in 2026 is (1300) dinars per dollar, which has been in effect since February 2023.”

Sources revealed that “the Central Bank will buy dollars at a price of 1300 dinars from the Ministry of Finance and sell them at a price of 1310 dinars to banks, which will sell them at 1320 dinars to traders and foreign transfers.”

Can it get any clearer now? Please stop listening to these other intel guru idiots and their hyped up RV versions of what it means.

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Another topic that needs some clarification is the recent impact of implementation of the ASYCUDA system and how it is the culprit that ties directly into the 1300 rate the CBI is using to stabilize the economy from the shock of the new customs duties. The CBI also told us in the previous article that they will continue this stabilization process in 2026 since they feel the impact of the ASYCUSDA will continue during this timeframe. Take a look at the recent article titled “LEARN ABOUT THE IRAQI GOVERNMENT’S OBJECTIVES IN IMPLEMENTING THE ASYCUDA CUSTOMS SYSTEM.” We must connect the dots and see how the pieces in these articles fit together to get the entire picture and not go off half-cocked.

I quote from the article – “The Center for Strategic Research and Studies affirmed on Saturday that the implementation of the ASYCUDA system and the recent package of customs procedures is not primarily aimed at compensating for the decline in oil revenues, but rather falls within the framework of regulating international trade and protecting the national economy”. Yes, this is it’s primary objectives. But we also learned years ago the massive future potential for revenues to rival that of the oil revenue.

“The center stated in an analytical study followed by Al-Sa’a Network that “the simultaneous launch of the ASYCUDA system, the pre-calculation of customs tariffs, the collection of tax deposits, and the activation of quality control, with the decline in public revenues, led to a mistaken belief that the main objective of these measures is to increase non-oil revenues,” indicating that “this perception does not reflect the essence of customs policies.”

He pointed out that “customs tariff revenues, even in the best of circumstances, will not exceed 8 to 10 trillion dinars annually, (about 8-10 billion) an amount that only covers one month’s expenses of the general budget,” noting that “a decrease in the price of a barrel of oil by $5 is enough to completely eliminate these revenues.”

I was amazed at this past statement as we have been told many times through other articles the funds collected could rival the oil revenues if they were collected and managed correctly. What the hell is wrong with 8-10 billion dollars anyway? Is this article talking about just the funds from current imports as of today or from a standpoint of Iraq being a clearing house for the middle east and parts of Europe with massive imports and exports through the port of Faw and the Development Road project? We must also remember that if these revenues along with other non-oil sources of revenues can be accounted for and sent to the national treasury, we can see some significant changes in Iraq. But they must start somewhere and these negative comments in these articles don’t help Iraq move forward. Is the glass half empty or half full?

So, this next paragraph explains why the dollar spiked again in the parallel market. One must keep in mind that the parallel market is an illegal black market. Remember they have been rolling out this new customs system since 2023, so no one is going to tell me this isn’t a “phased approach”. The dollar rise is temporary while they implement the next phase of ASYCUDA system. In the end of the last phase of implementation, if you recall, the dinar went as low as 1305 afterwords, so it was reported. So, they have a plan, and it does include a phased approach. Could they have done a better job maybe and included more phases thus roll out certain products more slowly? Probably, maybe but I am not the expert nor are the authors of this article. So, suggestions may be a good idea but is not today’s reality. By the way where were they when they were planning this event of rollouts…

So, here is more from the article and I quote – “The study criticized “implementing all the measures at once,” arguing that “a gradual approach would have mitigated the shock by starting with the most valuable and impactful goods, and postponing some systems such as tax trusts and quality control to later stages.”

Yet more proof that the CBI is just using the 1300 rate as a stabilizing factor for the economy while the phase in the ASYCUDA system in article titled “NO FEAR FOR THE DINAR… THE “MONETARY AUTHORITY’S” MEASURES ABSORB THE DOLLAR SHOCK AND PREVENT INFLATION.” Their words not mine. I don’t make up RV stories. Remember no Hype or Rumors! Again, in this article we get the connection between the 1300 CBI actions and the ASYCUDA system implementation. Folks, this is not rocket science to understand but you have to read the articles and tie it all together and stop knee-jerk reactions/thinking. Let it play out and the truth always surfaces. Events don’t happen in a vacuum. The news from Iraq responds to events. Relax and take the RV hat off and learn! Everything is not about the immediate RV.

😊We can see in yet another article more info about the phased approach and where they now stand in it. It is titled “CUSTOMS DIRECTOR: THE ASYCUDA SYSTEM WILL BE COMPLETED IN MOST PORTS BY THE END OF 2026, EXCEPT FOR KURDISTAN.” The Director General of the Customs Authority, Thamer Qasim Dawood, confirmed that work is underway to implement the ASYCUDA system at federal border crossings, expecting its completion at most crossings by the end of 2026, with the exception of the Kurdistan Region.

We have been told the IMF and the WTO are on top of this effort with ASYCUDA and are helping Iraq in its implementation. A word for thought- Is the Iraqi WTO full accession announcement waiting for the full ASYCUDA implementation? And/or maybe at some point during the reset?

Let’s move on to other important news….

So, we all knew this next news was coming and I talked about this just recently. Gee- whiz…. this is like déjà vu! See article titled “AN ECONOMIC OBSERVATORY REVEALS THE CENTRAL BANK OF IRAQ’S CONDITIONS FOR BANKS TO TRADE IN CURRENCIES OTHER THAN THE DOLLAR.” Here it is in this article. Another step in the breakaway from sanctioned times, this time global payment for trade, just as I told you was coming and had to come. Am I a mind reader or what? Lo..lo..lol..lol.. 😊 But this is not he end yet and there is still much work to be done. Yes, Iraq must get out of this 1991 and 2003 UN sanction-mode mindset and get back to regular international trade processes. We are now witnessing yet another step forward and this is a good one.

Remember what we witnessed last year at about this time with the correspondent banks and the ending of those nasty corrupt currency auctions. Now to be fair about this announcement Iraq has been allowed to trade in any currency since January 2023 just so you know. But how could it since nobody wants the dinar at 1/6 of a penny. What the hell are they going to do with the dinar it if they take on payment? It’s still not yet traded openly through the international markets and it’s stigma still exists as long as Iran is still involved in Iraqi affairs. We can see the next step for the dinar and this article really hits it home….. 😊

I will quote from the article “An economic observatory announced the new conditions set by the Central Bank of Iraq for banks wishing to trade foreign currencies other than the dollar, such as the European “Euro” and the Chinese “Yuan,” noting that among these conditions is that “the bank’s capital must be 300 billion Iraqi dinars.”

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What else in in the news?

I want everyone to know that when they talk about a “deficit” for Iraq I want to clarify what this actually means:

Then in the article titled “AN AMERICAN COMPANY RAISES THE ALARM ABOUT THE ACCOUNT DEFICIT AND HARD CURRENCY SHORTAGE IN IRAQ.”

What is always a good environment for the RV to happen?

A stable economy, low inflation

A secure Iraq (not with Iranian militia present)

High price of oil (more like a stable price of oil around $70)

High monetary reserves and ability to maintain them (very important)

No sanctions

Political stability (a government in place that works together to meet national goals) Iraq must finish the election cycle and so who is going to lead Iraq? Getting the Oil and Gas Law passed.

No corruption

I will let you decide how Iraq fairs in these criteria. Is Iraq now ready for an RV? What do we see that must change?

What will this new year bring?

We pray-

Let it be a year of more EXPOSURE of corruption and just as important, ACCOUNTABLITY for those involved. God says JUSTICE will triumph.

Let it bring a truly sovereign Iraq, United States and all other nations who embrace freedom, liberty and justice.

Let it bring the great Wealth Transfer, with Happiness, Abundance and Prosperity.

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

Just the FACTS!

PRAYING WITH SINCERITY

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

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

Prophetic Words from prophet: Julie Green

“Time To Bring All Fake Governments To Their Knees ”

At mark 17:03 from Jan 3^rd.

Saudi Arabia oil in the middle east will “run dry”. This one I was totally shocked to hear. How can this be? But God says this is going to be a “biblical” event. Why is God doing this to the Saudis? We must understand what the Saudi’s have done for God to cause such an event. What will be the impact on global sources of energy then?

Saudi Arabia has traditionally been regarded as the world’s most important swing producer of oil. When acting as such, the Saudi government would increase or decrease oil production to maintain a more stable price. Saudi has about 17% of the world’s oil reserves.

Saudi Arabia accounts for approximately 7% of U.S. total petroleum imports and 12% of U.S. crude oil imports. In 2022, the U.S. imported about 0.56 million barrels per day from Saudi Arabia, which is a significant portion of its total imports. “ ”

“World Changing Events Will Intensify”

At 14:16 mark from Jan 3^rd.

What happened in Venezuela is just the beginning of what is going to happen in other governments of other countries to clean out the established globalists order. Venezuela is not the end. My take on this prophecy is for us to watch for Cuba, Columbia, Canada and Greenland changes.

Former FBI and CIA directors will be tried and convicted of Treason on what they have done to your nation.

PROPHECIES FULFILLED—VENEZUELA

DON BOSCO EXPOSED THE DARK SECRET BEHIND ISLAM

— And the Truth the World Forgot about the so-called Muslim religion.

IS THERE SOMETHING ABOUT GREENLAND WE NEED TO KNOW?

VENEZUELA – EPICENTER OF THE CABAL, WORLD BANKS & CARTELS

Uncovers fraudulent money to 509 Dead Tenants in Minnesota housing

So, here we go again. Yet more fraud in Minnesota. When will it end? Seems the more you peel the onion skin the more they are finding. Is this going to be the same in all these democrat states?

‘AMERICANS WILL BE SHOCKED’: MINNESOTA SPEAKER WARNS ON SCOPE OF FRAUD CRISIS

ICE & FBI STORM MINNEAPOLIS — $4.7 MILLION, 23 COCAINE BRICKS & SOMALI SENATOR

$4.7 Million, 23 Cocaine Bricks & Somali Senator EXPOSED

SENATE HEARING OF MINNESOTA FRAUD

REPORTS REVEAL ACTIVISM TIES OF WOMAN KILLED IN MINNEAPOLIS ICE SHOOTING

WHY MILLIONS OF AMERICANS WANT ILAN OMAR OUT OF CONGRESS

THE GREAT RESET IS HERE… BUT IT’S NOT THE ONE THE GLOBAL ELITES PLANNED!

MULLAHS FLEEING TO MOSCOW. WILL THE ISLAMIC REPUBLIC OF IRAN FINALLY COLLAPSE?

What is different in this current revolution from other attempts in years past?

THE IRAN–VENEZUELA SHAKEDOWN NOBODY CONNECTED UNTIL NOW

Here are a few of the topics covered:

* TRUMP FLOATS ZERO INCOME TAX PLAN STARTING WITH BIGGEST REFUNDS EVER

*HOW MUCH MONEY CAN YOU GIFT WITHOUT PAYING TAXES?

*SILVER VAULTS RUN DRY AS SHORTAGE TRIGGERS PANIC. Physical silver not available to meet demand.

*15 THINGS TO DO IF YOU GET RICH ALL OF A SUDDEN

*15 ASSETS THAT ARE MAKING PEOPLE RICH/RICHER

*HERE’S HOW TO MAKE YOUR ASSETS INVISIBLE FROM CREDITORS

*HOW TO LOOK PENNILESS IN THE PUBLIC RECORD

*5 STATES CUTTING PROPERTY TAXES TO ZERO. WILL YOUR STATE BE NEXT?

*TRUMP REVEALS WHEN AMERICANS MIGHT EXPECT TO GET A TARIFF RELIEF $2,000 CHECK

QAANI IN BAGHDAD: THE ISSUE OF FOREIGN PRESENCE IS AT THE TOP OF THE TABLE.

A source close to the Iranian Revolutionary Guard revealed on Tuesday (January 6, 2026) that the commander of the Quds Force in the Revolutionary Guard, Major General Ismail Qaani, arrived in the Iraqi capital, Baghdad, on an unannounced visit.

The source told Baghdad Today in an exclusive interview that “Qaani arrived in Baghdad on a private plane, in a surprise visit that was not officially announced by either the Iraqi or Iranian sides,” indicating that “the visit’s program includes holding a series of meetings with political leaders and prominent figures in armed factions, to discuss the issue of the foreign military presence, and arrangements for the next phase on the Iraqi and regional scene.”

The source added that “Qaani’s meetings are focused on assessing recent security developments, the issue of regulating the relationship between the factions and the state, as well as discussing the ongoing dialogue between Baghdad, Tehran and Washington, and the possibilities of escalation or de-escalation in the coming months,” noting that “the visit is intended to remain out of the spotlight, given the sensitivity of the issues being discussed.”

Ismail Qaani is the current commander of the Quds Force in the Iranian Revolutionary Guard, and he is directly responsible for managing relations with a number of Iraqi factions. He has made several visits to Baghdad in recent years, most of which were related to pivotal security and political developments in Iraq and the region.

(Mnt Goat: Why do you think he arrived in Baghdad on a private plane, in a surprise visit that was not officially announced by either the Iraqi or Iranian sides? He is fearful for his life and of being assassinated like his predecessor Solimoni. His days are numbered.)

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QAANI MAKES A “LIGHTNING” VISIT TO BAGHDAD

Informed Iraqi political sources revealed on Thursday a “lightning” visit by the commander of the Quds Force in the Iranian Revolutionary Guard to the Iraqi capital, Baghdad.

Sources told Shafaq News Agency that “the commander of the Quds Force in the Iranian Revolutionary Guard, Major General Ismail Qaani, made a quick, unannounced visit to the capital, Baghdad, during the past 48 hours, which lasted for a few hours, during which he met with a number of leaders of armed factions.”

(Mnt Goat: What message did he relay to these armed factions in Iraq? SEE BELOW…)

She explained that “the main part of Qaani’s visit was about the issue of the factions’ weapons and their organization, within the framework of efforts aimed at containing any potential disagreements between those factions regarding the mechanisms for dealing with this issue, and ensuring that it does not turn into a source of internal tension or conflict between the concerned parties.”

The sources confirmed that “Qani’s meeting with the faction leaders emphasized the unity of position and the prevention of any internal differences or escalation, while stressing the importance of addressing the issue within coordinated frameworks that ensure security stability and avoid negative repercussions on the general situation in Iraq.”

The issue of restricting weapons to the state tops the political and security debate in Iraq, especially with the escalation of messages from Washington linking stability and bilateral relations to ending the phenomenon of weapons outside official institutions, or integrating armed formations within the regular frameworks with clear state controls.

In this context, at the end of December 2025, initial indications emerged from some forces associated with the factions towards adopting the principle of exclusivity, including the Sadiqun Movement as the political front of Asaib Ahl al-Haq, before the tone quickly changed with the intensification of the debate within the “axis of resistance” regarding the meaning of exclusivity, its limits, and its relationship to the foreign presence.

In contrast, prominent factions respond that the root of the problem is the foreign military presence, and they place any discussion about their weapons within the condition of full sovereignty and the withdrawal of foreign forces. This was confirmed by a statement issued by what is known as the “Iraqi Resistance Coordination” on Sunday evening, January 4, 2026, representing six factions, as it described its weapons as “sacred” and refused to discuss withdrawing them before what it calls the end of the “occupation” in all its forms.

However, the statement itself opened the door to internal disputes, after information leaked about objections to some of its contents and wording, leading to Asaib Ahl al-Haq declaring that the statement did not represent them, in an indication of differences within the armed scene.

Overall, Ismail Qaani is seen as one of the most prominent links between Tehran and its Iraqi allies, not only at the level of armed factions but also within the political forces close to Iran, especially in moments of internal division or increased risks of escalation with Washington.

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US CHARGÉ D’AFFAIRES: THE UNITED STATES EMPHASIZES THE NEED FOR IMMEDIATE ACTION TO DISMANTLE “MILITIAS” IN IRAQ

The US Embassy in Baghdad stated that the United States will continue to clearly emphasize the need for immediate action to dismantle militias in Iraq.

In a post on its X platform, the embassy said that Chargé d’Affaires Joshua Harris met with Ammar al-Hakim, leader of the Hikma Movement, to discuss shared interests in protecting Iraqi sovereignty, defeating terrorism, enhancing regional security, and strengthening economic ties that benefit both Americans and Iraqis.

Harris reiterated that “the inclusion of Iranian-backed terrorist militias in the Iraqi government, in any capacity, is incompatible with a strong US-Iraqi partnership.”

He added that “the United States will continue to clearly emphasize the need for immediate action to dismantle terrorist militias that serve foreign agendas and threaten Iraq’s sovereignty, stability, and economy.”

(All I can say is – What the hell was Iraq thinking in even allowing the militias to stay in their country this long? Can you say Nori al-Maliki? How does this guy still exist in Iraq?)

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HARRIS: AMERICA WILL TAKE IMMEDIATE ACTION TO DISMANTLE PRO-IRANIAN “TERRORIST” MILITIAS

The acting head of the US mission in Iraq, Joshua Harris, confirmed on Friday that Washington is moving towards taking immediate action to dismantle what he described as “Iranian-backed terrorist militias,” stressing that the inclusion of “militias” in the new government is contrary to Iraqi-American relations.

A statement from the US Embassy in Iraq, received by Shafaq News Agency, said that Harris met with the leader of the Wisdom Movement, Ammar al-Hakim, to consult on common interests in protecting Iraqi sovereignty, defeating terrorism, enhancing regional security, and strengthening economic relations that benefit both Americans and Iraqis.

Harris reiterated that “the inclusion of pro-Iranian terrorist militias in the Iraqi government, in any capacity, is incompatible with a strong US-Iraqi partnership.” He added, “The United States will continue to emphasize clearly the need for immediate action to dismantle terrorist militias with foreign agendas that threaten Iraq’s sovereignty, stability, and economy.”

(To me it can’t get any clearer! 😊 What is it that you don’t understand?)

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RECONSTRUCTION AND DEVELOPMENT: IT IS LIKELY THAT MALIKI WILL ENDORSE SUDANI’S NOMINATION FOR PRIME MINISTER IN THE COMING HOURS.

Abdul Hadi Al-Saadawi, a member of the Reconstruction and Development Coalition, confirmed that the competition within the framework has become limited to Maliki and Al-Sudani, and that one of the two parties must concede to the other, suggesting that Maliki will, in the last hours, endorse Al-Sudani’s nomination for the premiership.

However, Al-Saadawi’s interpretation is not unanimously accepted within the Shiite alliance, as it is countered by differing assessments that believe Al-Maliki remains a serious candidate and that he is handling the matter with strategic patience, drawing on his long political experience in crisis management and negotiating at the last minute—a tactic he has employed in previous stages of the political process.

(Maliki is a peanut head idiot, having almost destroyed Iraq during his 8 years as prime minister. How in hell does he even still exist? He has a long list of constitutional violations and orchestrated letting ISIS and the Iranians into Iraq. Do people forget his history? Why are they even letting him have a part in selection process, never mind being a candidate? Are these Iraqi wackos or what? Yes, regardless of other nonsensible articles you have read about Maliki challenging Sudani for the prime minister.)

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WHAT DOES FIXING THE DOLLAR EXCHANGE RATE AT 1300 IN THE 2026 BUDGET MEAN? AND DOES THE CENTRAL BANK HAVE A PLAN TO CONTROL EXCHANGE RATE FLUCTUATIONS? A SUDANESE ADVISOR EXPLAINS.

As the Iraqi government seeks to consolidate economic stability and enhance confidence in fiscal and monetary policies, exchange rate decisions stand out as one of the most important indicators affecting the state budget and the course of the macroeconomy.

As the 2026 budget is being prepared, attention is turning to the directions of the Central Bank and the government in managing the value of the Iraqi dinar, especially in light of the challenges of inflation, financing public spending, and maintaining foreign reserves.

Regarding the stabilization of the dollar exchange rate , the Central Bank addressed the Budget Department at the Ministry of Finance concerning the draft Federal General Budget Law for the Republic of Iraq for the year 2026.

The Central Bank stated that “the official exchange rate that will be adopted in 2026 is (1300) dinars per dollar, which has been in effect since February 2023.”

REGARDING THE IMPACT OF THE PEG
, and commenting on this address, the Prime Minister’s Advisor for Economic and Financial Affairs, Mazhar Muhammad Salih, revealed the dimensions and effects of the Central Bank of Iraq’s decision to peg the official exchange rate at 1300 dinars to the US dollar within the 2026 budget project, stressing that the decision comes within the framework of a well-thought-out economic vision aimed at enhancing the overall stability of the national economy.

Saleh told Iraq Observer that fixing the exchange rate at this level reflects a calculated coordination between fiscal and monetary policies, and is a step towards raising the real value of the Iraqi dinar in a limited way, in line with the reality of economic indicators and the available capacity of monetary policy.

He explained that the decision represents a positive message to local and international markets, as it is based on the strength of the central bank’s foreign reserves and its ability to manage monetary stability with high confidence, without resorting to exceptional tools that may disrupt the economic balance.

Saleh pointed out that the government’s fiscal policy is moving towards maximizing real revenues and diversifying their sources, away from what is known as “monetary adjustment,” which relies on the exchange rate as an indirect means of financing the budget, stressing that this shift promotes reliance on authentic and more sustainable financial instruments in controlling spending and mobilizing resources.

The advisor stressed that fixing the exchange rate sends a clear signal of the priority of containing inflation and maintaining economic stability, while emphasizing the independence of monetary policy and pushing fiscal policy towards greater efficiency and discipline, in order to achieve a sustainable balance in the Iraqi economy and protect the purchasing power of citizens in the medium and long term.

Ultimately, the decision to fix the official exchange rate reflects an economic vision aimed at achieving a calculated balance between the requirements of monetary stability and the objectives of fiscal policy, thereby ensuring sustainable growth and protecting the purchasing power of citizens.

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LEARN ABOUT THE IRAQI GOVERNMENT’S OBJECTIVES IN IMPLEMENTING THE ASYCUDA CUSTOMS SYSTEM.

The Center for Strategic Research and Studies affirmed on Saturday that the implementation of the ASYCUDA system and the recent package of customs procedures is not primarily aimed at compensating for the decline in oil revenues, but rather falls within the framework of regulating international trade and protecting the national economy.

The center stated in an analytical study followed by Al-Sa’a Network that “the simultaneous launch of the ASYCUDA system, the pre-calculation of customs tariffs, the collection of tax deposits, and the activation of quality control, with the decline in public revenues, led to a mistaken belief that the main objective of these measures is to increase non-oil revenues,” indicating that “this perception does not reflect the essence of customs policies.”

He explained that “an effective customs policy is based on 4 main pillars: protecting the national product, improving the trade balance, and directing the consumption pattern in line with the state’s economic goals, while increasing non-oil revenues comes as a secondary result, not as an end in itself.”

He pointed out that “customs tariff revenues, even in the best of circumstances, will not exceed 8 to 10 trillion dinars annually, an amount that only covers one month’s expenses of the general budget,” noting that “a decrease in the price of a barrel of oil by $5 is enough to completely eliminate these revenues.”

(I was amazed at this statement as we have been told many times through other articles the funds collected could rival the oil revenues if they were collected and managed correctly. Is this article talking about just the funds from current imports today or from a standpoint of Iraq being a brokerage house with massive imports and exports through the port of Faw and the Development Road?)

The center explained that “the real goal of these measures is to regulate imports and redirect consumption patterns towards alternative economic activities that contribute to stimulating non-oil sectors and increasing GDP,” noting that “the current implementation mechanism has led to an economic shock affecting citizens, merchants, and private sector employees, and has threatened job stability as a result of potential workforce reductions.”

The study criticized “implementing all the measures at once,” arguing that “a gradual approach would have mitigated the shock by starting with the most valuable and impactful goods, and postponing some systems such as tax trusts and quality control to later stages.”

(Iraq did do a multi-prong approach. Anything they do would be a shock as customs and tariffs needed a lot of work to charge appropriately and safeguard the funds.)

The center called for “a comprehensive review of the customs tariff, particularly in the electrical and electronic equipment sector,” stressing “the need to form a specialized committee that sets a clear and declared vision for customs policy, and determines tariff rates for each product and each country of origin, taking into account the reality of the trade balance.”

The center concluded by warning that “the rigidity of the customs tariff policy and its inability to be adjusted according to market variables and economic indicators will lead to its failure to achieve its objectives.”

(I am sure the IMF and the WTO are on top of this effort with ASYCUDA and are helping Iraq in its implementation.)

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AN ECONOMIC OBSERVATORY REVEALS THE CENTRAL BANK OF IRAQ’S CONDITIONS FOR BANKS TO TRADE IN CURRENCIES OTHER THAN THE DOLLAR.

(Mnt Goat: Here it is in this article. Another step in the breakaway from sanctioned times, this time trade, just as I told you was coming and had to come. Am I a mind reader or what? Lolo..lol..lol.. 😊)

An economic observatory announced the new conditions set by the Central Bank of Iraq for banks wishing to trade foreign currencies other than the dollar, such as the European “Euro” and the Chinese “Yuan,” noting that among these conditions is that “the bank’s capital must be 300 billion Iraqi dinars.”

The Eco Iraq Observatory explained in a press statement on Saturday, January 10, 2026, that “the Central Bank circulated a document entitled (Guidelines and Models for Assessing Minimum Requirements) for banks prohibited from dealing in dollars and wishing to work in other foreign currencies such as the European Euro, the Chinese Yuan, the UAE Dirham, and others, indicating that “this document is part of the banking sector reform program implemented by the Central Bank.”

The observatory noted that “the document included conditions, most notably that the bank’s capital be 300 billion dinars with a plan to reach 400 billion dinars by the end of 2028,” as well as “the bank having sufficient and regular liquidity to cover its obligations and the obligations of customers, in accordance with international banking regulations (LCR and NSFR).”

“The document emphasized the disclosure of the bank’s ownership, i.e., providing a complete and approved list of shareholders, with full disclosure of related parties,” according to the statement.

The Economic Affairs Observatory “Eco Iraq” had previously revealed that 35 out of 72 banks operating in Iraq were subject to US sanctions, either due to sanctions by the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), i.e., the bank being placed on an international blacklist and its financial transactions being paralyzed or its dollar transactions being stopped, or as a “temporary regulatory measure” and not a penalty, to force the bank to comply with transparency.

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AN AMERICAN COMPANY RAISES THE ALARM ABOUT THE ACCOUNT DEFICIT AND HARD CURRENCY SHORTAGE IN IRAQ.

Standard & Poor’s Global Energy reported on Saturday that the decline in oil prices will affect Iraq’s hard currency reserves, indicating the possibility of a large current account deficit.

The company predicted in a report seen by Shafaq News Agency that the average price of a barrel of oil (Brent crude) will reach $58 in 2026, a decrease of 16% from the expected averages for 2025.

(Mnt Goat: I talked about this drop in oil prices as it was coming. Iraq had plenty of chances to get it right. Politics and corruption got in the way of common sense.)

This will lead to a decrease in oil revenues, which may decrease further if global growth slows, leading to weaker demand for oil.

She added that lower energy prices will continue to negatively impact the external balances of hydrocarbon exporters and their ability to build up foreign currency reserves, and lower energy prices will also exacerbate the current account deficit in Iraq, Algeria and Libya.

It should be noted that a current account deficit occurs when a country’s imports of goods, services, and financial transfers exceed its exports during a specific period.

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NO FEAR FOR THE DINAR… THE “MONETARY AUTHORITY’S” MEASURES ABSORB THE DOLLAR SHOCK AND PREVENT INFLATION.

Since the beginning of 2026, and the Iraqi street is cautiously monitoring the display screens in the local “stock exchanges” (Al-Kifah and Al-Harithiya), where the past few days have witnessed fluctuations that have pushed the dollar exchange rate in the parallel markets to approach the threshold of 149 thousand dinars per 100 dollars.

With growing fears of a new wave of inflation, fundamental questions have arisen about the state’s ability to control the financial situation. However, a careful reading of the monetary policy landscape and recent government decisions confirms that Iraqi state today, it possesses structural “buffers” and comprehensive digitization that prevent this temporary rise from turning into a sustainable economic crisis.

The “unified price” strategy: The budget as a safety valve.
The first indication of the strength of fiscal policy lies in “legislative stability.” While the parallel market is in turmoil, the government addressed…Central Bank of Iraq Ministry of Finance Officially, regarding the 2026 budget, the exchange rate will remain fixed at 1,300 dinars to the dollar.

This insistence on maintaining the fixed rate for the third consecutive year sends a decisive message to speculators that the state will not be swayed by the fluctuations of the black market.

This system operates according to a precise financial sequence that prevents waste:
the Ministry of Finance sells dollars to the Central Bank at a rate of 1,300;
the Central Bank supplies banks at a rate of 1,310; and the banks sell them to merchants and the public for foreign exchange purposes at a rate of 1,320.

Maintaining the official rate fixed in the budget means that all government-subsidized basic commodities and raw materials will not be affected by the fluctuations of the parallel market.

Haider Ghazi, the media officer for the Central Bank of Iraq, attributes the recent rise in the parallel market to a purely technical and regulatory reason: the “pre-clearance customs duty.” Iraq no longer operates with traditional, outdated mechanisms; rather, it has transitioned to the global ASYCUDA system for managing customs.

This system requires the merchant to obtain a “permit” the digital transfer was made before the bank transfer was completed. This procedure, although it caused temporary pressure as a result of some merchants trying to evade it. Resorting to cash dollars from the black market is, in reality, a “surgical operation” to cleanse the economy of money laundering and smuggling. Once traders are fully integrated into this digital system, the demand for parallel dollars will disappear because trading through official channels (at 1320) will be cheaper and safer than buying from the black market (at 1490).

As for the Prime Minister’s financial advisor,Mazhar Muhammad Salih he clarifies the situation with a precise academic diagnosis, asserting that the current dollar fluctuation is “temporary and temporary.” The reason for this reassurance is that the parallel exchange rate has become “practically detached” from the actual income and consumption levels of citizens.

The decline recorded in the markets confirms the success of these policies. This morning, Sunday, the dinar began to recover immediately following the release of official data and clarifications from the Central Bank.

Ultimately, the government and the Central Bank are not merely acting as “observers,” but rather are working within an “institutional framework” that links the fixed exchange rate in the federal budget (1300), the digitization of customs through the ASYCUDA system to eliminate illicit trade, and the provision of cash to legitimate travelers and importers through banks.

This triad represents a “protective shield” preventing any speculative attempts from achieving their objectives. The message to the market today is clear: “Fiscal policy and monetary measures hold sway, and the Iraqi dinar is backed by legislative will and robust international reserves.” Consequently, any rise in the dollar will remain limited to the realm of “temporariness” and will not become an imposed economic reality.

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CUSTOMS DIRECTOR: THE ASYCUDA SYSTEM WILL BE COMPLETED IN MOST PORTS BY THE END OF 2026, EXCEPT FOR KURDISTAN.

The Director General of the Customs Authority, Thamer Qasim Dawood, confirmed that work is underway to implement the ASYCUDA system at federal border crossings, expecting its completion at most crossings by the end of 2026, with the exception of the Kurdistan Region.

During a session hosted by the House of Representatives, the Director of the Customs Authority stressed that: “A large percentage of federal ports are subject to the ASYCUDA system.” He indicated that “by the end of 2026 the system will be fully implemented in all ports except for the Kurdistan Region.”

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GOVERNMENT ADVISOR: THE PRICE OF A BARREL OF OIL IN THE 2026 BUDGET IS BETWEEN $55 AND $62.

Saleh said that “global forecasts, based on OPEC analyses and the context of the global oil market, as well as estimates from a number of international financial institutions, indicate that the average price of a barrel of global oil (Brent crude) expected for 2026 may move within an approximate range of between $55 and $62 per barrel, with an average tendency of approximately $61 in a considerable number of market estimates.”

He pointed out that “these estimates are based on market analyses and informal research related to OPEC forecasts and supply and demand balances in the global economy, and do not represent an official price figure announced by the organization.”

He added that “these estimates remain subject to change depending on a number of influencing factors, most notably developments in geopolitical conflicts, changes in the pace of global energy demand growth, production policy decisions within the framework of ‘OPEC+’, as well as the accelerating shift towards renewable energy and climate policies.”

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SALEH’S APPEARANCE: HIGH OIL PRICES MAY PROTECT THE CURRENCY DESPITE GEOPOLITICAL TENSIONS

The Prime Minister’s financial advisor, Mazhar Muhammad Saleh, said on Monday that the impact of geopolitical tensions on the exchange rate depends on several factors, and is not related to price increases alone.

In his interview with Al-Furat News Agency, Saleh pointed out that “if regional tensions lead to higher oil prices while the flow of oil resources continues uninterrupted, this may enhance monetary stability rather than threaten it. Higher oil prices increase foreign reserves, giving monetary policymakers more room to intervene in the exchange market, whether by managing the supply of foreign currency or controlling local liquidity and directing monetary demand in a way that preserves price stability and the exchange rate together.”

He explained that “political tension is not the only factor in putting pressure on the currency, but rather it becomes a conditional variable whose final effect depends on the continuity of oil exports in terms of quantity and regularity, the level of global oil prices and their medium-term trends, the efficiency of monetary policy tools in absorbing psychological shocks and speculations, in addition to the harmony of fiscal policy with monetary policy in managing surpluses or deficits.”

Saleh concluded by saying that “the situation does not allow for a definitive judgment or a mechanical prediction of a rise in the exchange rate simply because of escalating tensions, as the balance of influence remains dependent on the dynamic interaction between oil, reserves, market behavior, and the institutional capacity of the state to intervene rationally.”

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The war between the dinar and speculators: details of government measures to contain the parallel dollar.

Where financial and monetary authorities are engaged in Iraq. A multi-front battle is underway to maintain the stability of the national currency and prevent the exchange rate in the parallel markets from plummeting to levels that would burden citizens. While the central bank’s tools are being used to absorb the momentum in the black market, other measures are being employed. Ministry of Finance with an iron fist, the files of administrative corruption that caused the leakage of hard currency through vital channels such as Baghdad International Airport.

Monetary Measures: “Cracking Down on Speculators”
Government sources confirmed that a package of proactive measures has been activated to contain the recent surge in the exchange rate. These measures focus on “strengthening field oversight,” with relevant authorities conducting intensive monitoring campaigns of buying and selling activity in informal markets.

The aim of these measures is to curb “irrational speculation” that artificially inflates demand for the dollar. The government believes that narrowing the gap between the official rate (1320) and the parallel market rate necessarily requires cutting off the sources of “political dollars” and “smuggled dollars,” and channeling the money supply towards official banking channels that provide currency at fixed rates to merchants and citizens.

Currency reserves: “The first line of defense”
The hard currency reserves represent a “historical buffer” preventing the dinar’s collapse. According to economic sources, the central bank uses these reserves prudently to meet “real demand” related to legitimate foreign trade and the needs of citizens traveling abroad.

The availability of strong financial backing provides Monetary Authority the ability to maneuver: the more trade finances are financed through the “electronic platform” and correspondent banks, the less traders rely on the parallel market, which automatically reduces pressure on exchange offices and lowers the unofficial exchange rate.

The “Airport Dollar” File: Purging Corridors of Corruption.
Alongside economic measures, accountability and integrity files emerged as an integral part of the market regulation process. They have re-established Ministry of Finance An investigation has been opened into the case of “manipulating the sale of dollars to travelers” at the port. Rafidain Bank airport Baghdad The international case exposed loopholes exploited by corrupt individuals to smuggle currency under the guise of travel.

Furthermore, acting on a directive from the Ministry of Finance, the bank summoned [someone/something]. The Mesopotamia bank has 20 officials and employees to be investigated in this case, and has set January 15 and 22 as the dates for the investigation of those officials and employees.

The Minister of Finance Sami’s Spectrum I had previously issued a decision to suspend the director of Rafidain Bank. Ali Al-Fatlawi More than 20 officials and employees were arrested on suspicion of manipulating dollar sales at the outlet. Baghdad International Airport in addition to other violations,

this move sends a clear signal that the subsidized dollar is intended only for those who are eligible, and that any manipulation at airport outlets will be met with strict administrative and judicial penalties. This will help close a significant loophole that was being used to funnel state funds into the parallel market.

Experts’ view: “Reform requires patience.”
Despite optimism surrounding the government’s measures, economic experts believe that tangible results in reducing the exchange rate may take time to become clearly visible in the markets.

Experts emphasize that the solution is not limited to “security crackdowns” or “administrative measures,” but requires improving investor confidence through stable financial and tax laws, and a comprehensive reform package that includes reducing dependence on the oil economy and boosting domestic production to lessen the need for dollar-denominated imports, as well as expanding financial inclusion to attract cash hoarded at home into banks.

Data confirms that Iraqi government Determined to end the “dual exchange rate” this year, between encouraging transactions through official platforms and purging state-owned banks of administrative corruption, the path seems clear towards a “stable dinar”.

Today’s battle is not merely about numbers on stock exchange screens, according to experts, but rather a battle to restore the state’s authority in the financial sector. With the final investigations into Rafidain Bank approaching (at the end of January), the market is awaiting the results of these measures, which could lead to a forced drop in the parallel market dollar exchange rate once control is tightened over cash sales outlets.

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THE MINISTRY OF INTERIOR ANNOUNCES THE ARREST OF 91 INDIVIDUALS MANIPULATING THE DOLLAR EXCHANGE RATE.

The Ministry of Interior announced on Tuesday the arrest of 91 people manipulating dollar prices.

Ministry spokesman Miqdad Miri told Al-Eqtisad News that “security forces were able to arrest 91 people on charges of manipulating dollar prices.”

He pointed out that “the ministry was also able to arrest 147 people manipulating the prices of food and medicine,” indicating that “the Ministry of Interior has contracted for 100 fixed and mobile radars to monitor external roads.”

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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

January 8, 2026 Edition Latest Mnt Goat Newsletter

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

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January 8, 2026 Mnt Goat News Brief

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Bringing you more news. Oh Boy…. Oh Boy, have I got news to sort out today. Huge announcement by the CBI just happened. But what does it all mean? It may not be what you think it is.

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STATUS OF THE RV

So, I want to get right to it and review what this extra-ordinary news from the CBI means. It’s got all the RV intel gurus baffled. Have you listened to any of their nonsense about it? So much for the new RV rate we all wanted in the past budgets. Yep, it was always based on 1300 (1/6 penny) not $4.00. So, who was lying to you for over a decade now? Yes, TNT I am referring to YOU! ☹

😊The article I want to comment on today is titled “THE CENTRAL BANK ADDRESSES THE MINISTRY OF FINANCE REGARDING THE OFFICIAL DOLLAR EXCHANGE RATE IN THE 2026 BUDGET”.

Read my lips- THIS IS NOT A REVALUATION OF THE IRAQI DINAR!

“The Central Bank of Iraq addressed the Ministry of Finance regarding the official exchange rate of the dollar to be adopted in the draft federal general budget law for 2026. A document issued by the bank, which was received by “Baghdad Today”, stated that “the official exchange rate that will be adopted in 2026 is (1300) dinars per dollar.”

The document explained that “this price has been in effect since February 2023,” noting that “determining the price falls within the scope of the work of the Central Bank of Iraq.”

But here’s the real juicy part “Sources revealed that the Central Bank will buy dollars at a rate of 1300 dinars from the Ministry of Finance and sell them at a rate of 1310 to banks, which will then sell them at 1320 to traders and for foreign transfers.”

Let’s not go off half-cocked and start saying the CBI official rate just changed to 1300 because it didn’t. Here is evidence in the recent article titled “CENTRAL BANK CONFIRMS OFFICIAL DOLLAR RATE REMAINS STEADY AT 1,320 DINARS”. I quote from the article – “Haider Ghazi, Media Officer at the Central Bank of Iraq, has affirmed that the official exchange rate of the US dollar against the Iraqi dinar remains unchanged at 1,320 dinars per dollar. He explained that the rates circulating in the media reflect demand in the unofficial market, outside the banking system, authorised to conduct international transfers through correspondent banks.

So, what did the CBI announce to us was the ‘official” rate? They said 1320. Can you see what they are doing? The CBI is paying much more for the dollars than their official rate even at 1300. They are using leverage to calm the market for dollars. In other words, they discounted the dollars rather than devalue the official rate. The CBI took the loss and not the economy. So, the TRUTH finally comes out. They created stability in the market.

What is really so amazing about this news from the CBI is that they are coming out of the closet now and telling what they have been doing all along. This is not bad or good news but just news. Get it? The 1300 is not a revaluation, as it is a much better rate than the 1320. But they explained to us what they have been doing and will continue to use the 1320 as the official rate. The 1300 will be the budgeted rate as it has been for the last three years. Weren’t they supposed to revalue, reinstate and use the new rate on FOREX as we were told should be around $4+? So what happened to our 2026 RV?

This is all tied closely to the militia issue. This is the CBI way of telling us the RV was stalled and now postponed until these issues that the envoy Mark Savoya has outlined. Remember his 18 points in the article I presented in my Jan 6^th Newsletter?

The other part about this news is that we must consider that this process is once again evidence that Iraq is moving out of the sanctioned mode since December 2022 that was previously all based and evolved around oil. Yes, dollars for oil is going to be a thing of the past. It is coming…. It won’t be long before they also are able to trade with corresponding currencies from the foreign countries of origin for the goods or services rendered and not a sole (mandated) reliance on US dollars. Oh… did I use the term “corresponding” like in “correspondent” banks that they already tide to for the conversion of dollars to other foreign currencies. Remember last December they made this move.

I have to tell everyone today that the proverbial straw that will break the camels back in this issue of going back to the regular global trade using corresponding currencies is also coming as the dollar is losing is weight as the “forced” standard for trade on Iraq. I am not saying the U.S. dollar will not remain a dominant player in “the global medium of exchange” between countries, as this will last long after we are all dead and gone. What I am saying is the dollar is being phased out as a “forced use under UN sanctions” meaning they sell oil in dollars and then pay debts in dollars. Yes, it used to be all in dollars. Please keep in the back of you minds that the non-oil revenue streams will begin to gush in these revenues are much differently controlled than oil revenues.

So now we see, even though the sanctions have been released now since December 2022 there is still a lag in getting out of this dollar craze for mandates with Iraq. But after 30 years of sanctions and all the Iranian influence how can you get investors to to trust Iraqi markets and flock to Iraq and invest their money unless you clean it all up and heighten the level of stability? Oil today is still sold in only dollars and the dollars are stored in US banks. The U.S. treasury still has leverage over Iraq because they hold a large part of their reserves, in dollars. Oh, is this why they are buying so much GOLD. Just saying, it could all be part of it but not the entire story. Yes, protecting their oil revenues does give them creditor predator protection but it is also leverage and so come ‘on folks this is more of an excuse now for the US to continue its stronghold in Iraq than anything else. Maybe it was a very good thing too right now for president Trump to renew the executive order 13303, as he did last May and we can see why with his mandates for eliminating the Iranian militia influence in Iraq. We will cover this news next…. it all ties together. We all need to pay attention to next May and watch for the renewal or not of exec order 13303. If it is not renewed this will be a VERY GOOD sign for us investors.

Okay so here is the end of year again. This kind of stuff pops up again. They seem to make these changes at the end of the year. Did you notice. This is also when they announced the devaluation of the dinar in 2021 effective in January 2022 till 2023 when they revalued to 1320, as they continue to sell at 1320 but actually subsidized the dinar from 1300 the rate the CBI obtains it. In the key articles on this subject matter the CBI talks about using the 1300 already since 2023 for the budget. Really? I quote from the article – “Sources revealed that the Central Bank will buy dollars at a rate of 1300 dinars from the Ministry of Finance and sell them at a rate of 1310 to banks, which will then sell them at 1320 to traders and for foreign transfers.”

So, I ask you what is the real rate of the dinar then? Is it 1320 or 1300? We see it trading on ISX at 1310. The black market is selling dollars for 1450 but buying it at 1320 from dubious sources. If the CBI used 1300 in this case it would raise and freely sold to the black market the dollar would go way over 1450 even as the dollars would get very scares since they cost more and the black market would just mark them up every more.

So, in conclusion I also have to ask you – Are there multiple rates being used by the CBI depending where on the chain they use them? The answer is NO! Absolutely not. What the article is telling us is just about “spreads”. At each level someone is making money. The banks mark up from 1310 to sell for 1320 (official rate) for commission.

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Removal of Iranian Militia Factions at Top of US list:

Are these events I will review today coincidental or all interconnected? Let’s move on to another hot and I mean really HOT topic. This covers the question of the Iranian militia in Iraq. Will the U.S. use its military force to either remove these militia groups or force then to capitulate?

We have a series of important articles today to use in analysis of this situation. I want to tell everyone today that these actions taken by all parties that I am about to describe are deliberate and not coincidental. They all connected to the mandates by the U.S. under the Trump administration to get Iran out of Iraq. Remember that Trump means business and when he mandates something he is not afraid to use military force to make change. He would rather have a peaceful negotiated settlement but in some issues, there is really no second-hand terms of leaving them intact only options leading to the same result of capitulation. This last sentence in terms of the Iranian militia is very important.

So, what just happened in this regard? Let’s take a look at two main articles today on this subject matter. First article is titled “QAANI MAKES A “LIGHTNING” VISIT TO BAGHDAD” and in the article titled “QAANI IN BAGHDAD: THE ISSUE OF FOREIGN PRESENCE IS AT THE TOP OF THE TABLE.”

So why did QAANI come and what did he do when in Iraq?

Informed Iraqi political sources revealed on Thursday a “lightning” visit by the commander of the Quds Force in the Iranian Revolutionary Guard to the Iraqi capital, Baghdad. Sources told Shafaq News Agency that “the commander of the Quds Force in the Iranian Revolutionary Guard, Major General Ismail Qaani, made a quick, unannounced visit to the capital, Baghdad, during the past 48 hours,

What did he do in Iraq? The visit only “lasted for a few hours, during which he met with a number of leaders of armed factions.”

😊What message did QAANI relay to these armed factions in Iraq?

In the article the author explained that “the main part of Qaani’s visit was about the issue of the factions’ weapons and their organization, within the framework of efforts aimed at containing any potential disagreements between those factions regarding the mechanisms for dealing with this issue, and ensuring that it does not turn into a source of internal tension or conflict between the concerned parties.”

I quote more from the article – “The sources confirmed that “Qani’s meeting with the faction leaders emphasized the unity of position and the prevention of any internal differences or escalation, while stressing the importance of addressing the issue within coordinated frameworks that ensure security stability and avoid negative repercussions on the general situation in Iraq.”

😊 Why did Qaani have to hold this meeting with the factions? What was the attitude of the factions in the recent past about giving up their arms as to why he made his recent visit?

From the past: In contrast, prominent factions respond that the root of the problem is the foreign military presence, and they place any discussion about their weapons within the condition of full sovereignty and the withdrawal of foreign forces. This was confirmed by a statement issued by what is known as the “Iraqi Resistance Coordination” on Sunday evening, January 4, 2026, representing six factions, as it described its weapons as “sacred” and refused to discuss withdrawing them before what it calls the end of the “occupation” in all its forms.

So, remember we must also put Qaani’s visit in the context of what is now happening in Iran with the riots seeking a regime change. Does Iran want an escalation in Iraq at this time? Remember I said what is needed is an event to discourage the factions from resisting the effort of disarmament. I believe Qaani told these faction groups to disarm and not cause an escalation.

😊 Now let’s look at what else happened just prior to Qaani’s visit to Iraq. It is all in a recent article titled “U.S. 101ST AIRBORNE BRIGADE DEPLOYS TO ERBIL, RAISING CONCERNS IN IRAQ”. Is this landing of more US Troops connected to the disarmament of the factions? Is this a show of US force to encourage them to do so or else? Does Trump mean business in his mandate of no Iranian proxy state of Iraq? Remember Trump is not asking Iraq to do anything that is not already in their constitution to adhere to. So, is Qaani’s recent visit coincidental? You decide…. 😊

The U.S. Army’s 101st Airborne Division has been deployed to Erbil in northern Iraq, prompting concern among some Iraqi analysts about the implications of the move.

For years following the 2003 invasion of Iraq, forces from the 101st Airborne were stationed at Ain al-Asad Air Base. After the base was closed, the unit was transferred to Al-Harir Air Base in northern Iraq.

I believe these series of recent events will cause all the Iranian factions to finally capitulate. If they don’t? Iran will disconnect from them and announce they have and sanction their behavior going forward. This will then lead to an open door for the US military to take action if they still do not capitulate. Either way these militia in Iraq will be neutralized. This is good news for us investors if this all works out. All we can do is sit tight and watch the drama. Remember this action is also directly tied to what is happening on the streets in Iran.

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What else is in the news? (glass is half full)

😊Finally, we are seeing a seriousness from parliament (the newly elected parliament) for dealing with future non-oil revenues in the article titled “PARLIAMENT OPENS THE FILE ON NON-OIL REVENUES”. I quote from the article – “With mounting pressure on the public budget and a growing need for long-term economic stability, Iraq is entering a pivotal phase in managing its financial resources. All eyes are on the parliamentary session next Saturday to discuss non-oil revenues. This step comes at a time when policymakers are increasingly aware of the importance of reducing overall dependence on oil and strengthening alternative sources of funding.”

If you noticed over the past four years it was al-Sudani’s as prime minister who took the role of pushing constantly for non-oil revenue sources. His big plan is the Development Road Project and the Port of Faw. Now we see parliament taking a role in this effort too. This is all a good sign and Iraq is now going to pick up the pace in generation of producing revenues from outside of the oil industry since they will have to pass legislation concerning these efforts.

😊 Next we see in the article titled “PORTS DIRECTOR: OPERATIONS AT THE GRAND FAW PORT WILL BEGIN THIS YEAR, 2026.” The Director General of Iraqi Ports, Farhan Al-Fartousi, announced today, Monday, that Iraqi ports ended 2025 with advanced operational and financial indicators, stressing the company’s readiness to enter 2026 with economic and commercial change plans, while indicating the start of operations during 2026 for the Grand Faw Port.

😊 What does the UN have to say about the progress in Iraq over these last four years of al-Sudani as prime minister and all the CBI reforms. Take a peek at the article titled “UN ASSESSMENT: IRAQ TODAY IS UNRECOGNIZABLE COMPARED TO YEARS AGO”. The UN coordinator in Iraq, Ghulam Ishaq Zai, gave an optimistic assessment of the situation in the country, stressing that Iraq has strengthened confidence in its institutions and is moving steadily towards stability, while noting that the country has become “remarkable and unrecognizable” compared to what it was years ago. The United Nations website, in a report seen by Shafaq News Agency, stated that Isaac Ze spoke about the transition from the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI), whose mandate officially ended last December, to a new partnership with the Iraqi authorities focused on development.

What will this new year bring?

More than ever, we need to tune into the prophets during this new year! This is said to be the great year of the breakthrough in many aspects. Many of these past prophecies have yet to come to reality. They are now being repeated time and time again, which we are told means they are very close. Let’s see what the new year brings. God uses his prophets in time of trouble. If you don’t think this nation and the world is in trouble – THINK AGAIN! If you can discern the fake from the good prophets, you can tie into something wonderful to guide you. Prayer too helps as it lets God know you are affirming as a human being what he is doing. You are essentially saying THANK YOU and please continue! This gives us hope and comfort to know some higher power is looking after us. I have tried to bring you what I believe are some of the legitimate prophets for clarity. I hope they are giving you encouragement to stay focused on the TRUTH of cleaning up the corruption and moving ahead with this investment in the Iraqi dinar as well as many other returns of the fortunes taken from us over decades of corruption. In today’s news I encourage everyone to go listen to Julie Green’s latest prophetic words in the Prophecy Section of the Newsletter. WOW!

We pray-

Let it be a year of more EXPOSURE of corruption and just as important, ACCOUNTABLITY for those involved. God says JUSTICE will triumph.

Let it bring a truly sovereign Iraq, United States and all other nations who embrace freedom, liberty and justice.

Let it bring the great Wealth Transfer, with Happiness, Abundance and Prosperity.

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

Just the FACTS!

PRAYING WITH SINCERITY

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

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

Prophetic Words from prophet: Julie Green

“More Political and Church Leaders Are Being Removed”

Gosh… I wonder why…. Lol..lol… 😊 God says the change has to happen in the church and in the politics.

At 15:35 mark from Dec 28th

“THINGS WILL BEGIN TO CHANGE RAPIDLY IN THE UNITED STATES”

At 21:42 mark from Dec 28th

“World Changing Events Will Intensify”

At 14:16 mark from Jan 3^rd.

What happened in Venezuela is just the beginning of what is going to happen in other governments of other countries to clean out the established globalists order. Venezuela is not the end. My take on this prophecy is for us to watch for Cuba, Columbia, Canada and Greenland changes.

Former FBI and CIA directors will be tried and convicted of Treason on what they have done to your nation.

DOM BOSCO EXPOSED THE DARK SECRET BEHIND ISLAM

— And the Truth the World Forgot about the so-called Muslim religion.

Dom 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 love, kindness, and the importance of education for young people, making

him a beloved figure in Catholicism and a patron saint of youth. Don Bosco was

canonized in 1934.

THE GREAT RESET IS HERE… BUT IT’S NOT THE ONE THE GLOBAL ELITES PLANNED!

MULLAHS FLEEING TO MOSCOW. WILL THE ISLAMIC REPUBLIC OF IRAN FINALLY COLLAPSE?

What is different in this current revolution from other attempts in years past?

THE IRAN–VENEZUELA SHAKEDOWN NOBODY CONNECTED UNTIL NOW

THE INDICTMENT AGAINST MADURO IS CRUSHING

The democrats are trying everything to keep the scheme with Venezuela going using the dictator Maduro as their puppet. We also have an Iranian connection discovered and so there is much more to this recent action to arrest Maduro that most know.

WHY GREENLAND SHOULD BE PART OF THE UNITED STATES

Trump calls to take over Greenland, cites 2 national security threats.

VENEZUELA, IRAN, AND CUBA: WHAT NEXT?

Folks, this is prophecies being fulfilled. I know it is sudden but what did God tell us many times about 2026? Is the Iraqi dinar RV next too once Iran is taken down? Remember those two prophecies about the dinar by Kim Clement a decade ago? Is 2026 also the time for this to occur?

EMBARRASSING DEMOCRATS HUMILIATED AFTER BEGGING TO RELEASE MADURO

Why is it the what is wrong suddenly becomes right in the eyes of democrats? Oh.. but remember it was not so long ago they too agreed with the conservative party that is was wrong. Is it Trump hatred syndrome all over again?

WHY WOULD DEMOCRATS BE SO AGAINST STOPPING THE VENEZUELAN DRUG CARTEL?

If you notice every time Trump does something to clean up the corruption the democrats are found out to be in the middle of it somehow. Now we also see the kickbacks from Venezuela to clean out their prisons and send the illegals here. But wait, there is much, much more….. Please you have to watch this one!

WHY THE WEST FELL FOR THE PALESTINIAN LIE

THE SMARTMATIC VOTING MACHINE FRAUD FOR 2020 ELECTIONS: REAL OR JUST A FIGMENT OF YOUR IMAGINATION (says Democrats)?

You be the judge, but let’s first look at the FACTS. Is Venezuela involved? Are democrat senators getting kickbacks to Venezuela to change U.S. elections? What the democrats did is put all the focus on Russian Collusion hoax while this was going on in Venezuela with the voting machines right in front of our noses.

Maine Governor: JANET MILLS FACILITATED THE SOMALI FRAUD SCHEME

Please focus in on what is said in this video. This corruption is wide spread among almost all democrat-run states. You can see how they funnel money around for various purposes.

SAUDI LEADER “NO ONE IS PREPARED FOR WHAT’S ABOUT TO HAPPEN IN IRAN…”

ANTI-ISLAM PROTESTS CONTINUE IN IRAN. Regime change is coming…

LOOK WHAT GOD IS DOING TO PUNISH IRAN. IT IS TIME TO END THIS TERRORIST MOVEMENT ALTOGETHER.

Freedom is finally coming full circle for the Iranian people and Iraqis too. They desperately want out of this Iranian Islamic dictatorship regime. I honestly did not think it would happen this quick but here we are. Do you see now why the Iranian backed militia within Iraq do not really anymore have a choice but to throw down their weapons and either leave Iraq or pledge allegiance to the state. There is no big brother Iran or funding to back them up their puppet state within Iraq anymore.

“DEATH TO THE DICTATOR”: Mass Protests Sweep Iran as Currency Reaches Historic Collapse

God’s hand at work. The prophets told us this was coming and now it is here – “regime change”. Will we finally have peace in the middle east? Will the next generation ask what the word ‘terrorism’ even means?

Here are a few of the topics covered:

* TRUMP FLOATS ZERO INCOME TAX PLAN STARTING WITH BIGGEST REFUNDS EVER

*HOW MUCH MONEY CAN YOU GIFT WITHOUT PAYING TAXES?

*SILVER VAULTS RUN DRY AS SHORTAGE TRIGGERS PANIC. Physical silver not available to meet demand.

*15 THINGS TO DO IF YOU GET RICH ALL OF A SUDDEN

*15 ASSETS THAT ARE MAKING PEOPLE RICH/RICHER

*HERE’S HOW TO MAKE YOUR ASSETS INVISIBLE FROM CREDITORS

*HOW TO LOOK PENNILESS IN THE PUBLIC RECORD

*5 STATES CUTTING PROPERTY TAXES TO ZERO. WILL YOUR STATE BE NEXT?

*TRUMP REVEALS WHEN AMERICANS MIGHT EXPECT TO GET A TARIFF RELIEF $2,000 CHECK

QAANI IN BAGHDAD: THE ISSUE OF FOREIGN PRESENCE IS AT THE TOP OF THE TABLE.

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QAANI MAKES A “LIGHTNING” VISIT TO BAGHDAD

Informed Iraqi political sources revealed on Thursday a “lightning” visit by the commander of the Quds Force in the Iranian Revolutionary Guard to the Iraqi capital, Baghdad.

(Mnt Goat: What message did he relay to these armed factions in Iraq? SEE BELOW…)

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EXPERTS: THE RISE IN THE DOLLAR EXCHANGE RATE IS TEMPORARY.

The dollar exchange rate has recorded a limited increase in the parallel market over the past few days, amid fluctuations in supply and demand, while the Central Bank of Iraq has confirmed the stability of the official exchange rate and the absence of any change in the adopted monetary policy.

Economic and financial expert Dr. Nabil Al-Abadi stated that the rise in the parallel market exchange rate is due to three factors: internal structural issues related to a single-sector economy dependent on oil, market behavior and speculation, and external restrictions on bank transfers. He added to Al-Sabah newspaper that customs complexities through the ASYCUDA system have driven some demand to the parallel market, while speculation and rumors fuel short-term fluctuations.

For his part, Haider Ghazi, the media officer of the Central Bank of Iraq, confirmed that the official price is fixed at (1320) dinars per dollar, and that any increase in the parallel market is due to demand outside the banking system, especially transfers related to customs duties.

Al-Abadi and other experts indicated that the optimal solution requires structural reforms that include diversifying income sources, stimulating local production, and restructuring the financial sector, while reform measures by customs and the central bank will begin to alleviate pressure on the parallel market during the period. Next.

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PORTS DIRECTOR: OPERATIONS AT THE GRAND FAW PORT WILL BEGIN THIS YEAR, 2026.

The Director General of Iraqi Ports, Farhan Al-Fartousi, announced today, Monday, that Iraqi ports ended 2025 with advanced operational and financial indicators, stressing the company’s readiness to enter 2026 with economic and commercial change plans, while indicating the start of operations during 2026 for the Grand Faw Port.

Al-Fartousi said during a press conference that “the total weight capacity of the ports reached about (43.32) million tons in 2025, compared to (39.20) million tons in 2024, while the operational capacity of oil derivatives increased to (15.593) million tons compared to (13.741) million tons in the previous year.”

He added that “the total container handling during 2025 reached about (2.094) million containers, compared to about (1.080) million containers in 2024, which reflects growth in commercial activity and import movement.”

He pointed out that “the company’s revenues in 2025 amounted to about 1.25 trillion Iraqi dinars, compared to 1.063 trillion dinars in 2024,” noting that “the results reflect an improvement in operational efficiency and financial stability.”

In the energy sector, he indicated that “the company has made significant progress in preparing the navigation channel and the docks for the floating gas station (FSRU),” explaining that “the company undertook the preparation of the designs and financed the project with approximately (133) million dollars, in coordination with the relevant government agencies.”

Regarding the Grand Faw Port, Al-Fartousi confirmed “the start of initial operational steps that included receiving ships and opening shipping lines, with continued work on connection and infrastructure projects, including the connecting road, in preparation for starting operations during 2026.”

He concluded by saying that “the company seeks to enhance regional and international connectivity and integrate Iraqi ports into global supply chains, with 2026 being a turning point in commercial and operational performance.”

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INTENSIFYING EFFORTS TO RAISE IRAQ’S CREDIT RATING

The government has intensified its efforts to achieve the highest international credit rating, given the importance of this step in gaining the confidence of international investors, facilitating the attraction of foreign investments, reducing borrowing costs, and enhancing confidence in the national economy.

The process of raising the credit rating contributes to supporting structural reforms and enhancing the ability to obtain financing from international institutions. It is an important indicator of the state’s ability to meet its obligations, which encourages sustainable economic development.

A few days ago, Fitch Ratings confirmed in its latest report that it had maintained Iraq’s sovereign rating at “B-” with a stable outlook, reflecting international confidence in the Iraqi economy’s ability to maintain its financial and credit stability despite current global and regional challenges.

In this regard, economic expert Alaa Fahd believes that the country needs investment, especially foreign investment, at the present stage, to carry out infrastructure projects and major projects, stressing the need to create a suitable environment for investment, whether legal, legislative, economic, or financial, by providing financial and banking facilities.

Government efforts

In an interview with Al-Sabah, Fahd expressed his hope that investment contracts would be free from corruption, as this would raise Iraq’s credit rating. He noted that the country is currently rated B- according to the latest report from the international credit rating agency Fitch, which confirmed that Iraq is a “stable environment.”

He explained that stability paves the way for a higher rating by creating a conducive financial environment, combating corruption, and establishing a suitable legislative framework to support investments. He emphasized that the steps taken by the government and the Central Bank, in cooperation with international financial institutions, to attract investment, particularly in sectors that generate profits and economic savings, such as the Development Road, the Faw Port, and also investment in the oil sector and manufacturing industries, as well as investment in the housing sector, economic cities, smart cities, and the banking sector, have contributed to achieving this rating.

Ways of cooperation

The spokesperson added that many countries have greatly benefited from foreign investment, emphasizing the importance of providing government support and finding avenues for cooperation to ensure investment becomes a driving force in Iraq, as many other countries have achieved, creating an attractive investment environment by eliminating bureaucracy. In this context, Dr. Maitham Adham Al-Zubaidi, Vice President of the Competition and Monopoly Council, stated that attracting investment to Iraq requires addressing the structural factors that influence investor decisions, primarily reforming the banking system, ensuring exchange rate stability, and establishing clear monetary policy. He noted that these factors play a crucial role in building trust and providing a predictable financial environment.

Al-Zubaidi told Al-Sabah that reform remains incomplete unless it is complemented by strengthening governance and transparency, especially in the Iraq Stock Exchange, by protecting shareholders’ rights, ensuring disclosure, and transforming the market into a real tool for financing companies and not just a limited trading platform with an economic concentration in the banking sector to the exclusion of other sectors. He pointed out that simplifying administrative procedures is a necessity of no less importance, as the multiplicity of granting bodies and licensing committees and the conflict of classifications of economic activities constitute a burden on the investor.

Pivotal steps

He added that unifying activity classification systems among licensing and business registration bodies and regulatory authorities, such as the ISIC4 system, is a pivotal step toward reducing overlaps, preventing conflicting interpretations, and building a unified government economic data portal accessible to the public. This portal will accurately serve investors and feasibility study makers. He emphasized that infrastructure, particularly in communications and transportation networks, forms the foundation upon which any economic activity rests, and its development requires liberalizing competition and preventing monopolies, along with effective regulation that ensures a level playing field. By linking these three paths within a clear governance framework, Iraq can transition from an economy that repels investment to one that is attractive and sustainable.

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U.S. 101ST AIRBORNE BRIGADE DEPLOYS TO ERBIL, RAISING CONCERNS IN IRAQ

The U.S. Army’s 101st Airborne Division has been deployed to Erbil in northern Iraq, prompting concern among some Iraqi analysts about the implications of the move.

The presence of the airborne unit in Erbil has drawn increased scrutiny following a recent U.S. operation in Venezuela that Iraqi commentators have described as a kidnapping operation. Critics say the deployment has revived concerns about the role of U.S. forces in Iraq, pointing to what they describe as a history of similar operations over the past two decades.

Iraqi political analyst Athir al-Sharaa said in an interview with an Iranian media outlet that the deployment could have serious consequences. “The presence of this brigade in Erbil carries dangerous implications,” he said, adding that the government in Baghdad should respond to the issue and that the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) should provide transparency, describing the situation as a threat to all parties.

Al-Sharaa said the 101st Airborne’s operational role is, in his view, comparable to that of U.S. Delta Force units involved in the operation in Caracas, arguing that the brigade has offensive capabilities. He said the unit entered Iraq during the 2003 invasion of Baghdad and was responsible for numerous arrest operations during that period.

In recent months, officials from the 101st Airborne have held several meetings with senior KRG officials, some of which were reported by local media. Analysts say such engagements could be interpreted as a signal, noting that the brigade is known for air assault operations and helicopter-borne missions rather than routine duties.

Some Iraqi observers interpret the deployment as part of a broader U.S. effort to strengthen its military presence in Iraqi Kurdistan, potentially turning the region into an advanced base in line with what they describe as Washington’s regional security strategy, particularly amid heightened regional tensions.

Another Iraqi political analyst, Ibrahim al-Sarraj, said the United States could carry out actions against figures opposed to its policies. “We must consider the possibility that the United States may undertake actions against individuals who oppose Washington’s policymaking,” he said.

(Folks, president Trump is preparing to oust the Iranian militia in Iraq if they aren’t dismantled by the Iraqi forces. Could it be any clearer? We also just witnessed the Iranian Revolutionary Guard revealed on Tuesday (January 6, 2026) that the commander of the Quds Force in the Revolutionary Guard, Major General Ismail Qaani, arrived in the Iraqi capital, Baghdad, on an unannounced visit. Why do you think he arrived?)

Al-Sarraj described what he called U.S. behavior outside established norms as recurring, citing the Venezuela operation as an example. He said Washington shows little regard for national sovereignty or international law, adding that similar actions could occur elsewhere, including in Iraq.

He further warned that such operations might not be limited to Iraq, suggesting they could also take place in other countries in the region, including Saudi Arabia and Gulf states.

Some analysts have also criticized the Kurdistan Regional Government for what they describe as silence over U.S. military movements, arguing that this could undermine Iraq’s sovereignty at a time when there are warnings that the country could be drawn into broader regional conflict.

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CENTRAL BANK CONFIRMS OFFICIAL DOLLAR RATE REMAINS STEADY AT 1,320 DINARS

Haider Ghazi, Media Officer at the Central Bank of Iraq, has affirmed that the official exchange rate of the US dollar against the Iraqi dinar remains unchanged at 1,320 dinars per dollar. He explained that the rates circulating in the media reflect demand in the unofficial market, outside the banking system, authorised to conduct international transfers through correspondent banks.

In an interview with Al-Sabah newspaper, Ghazi said that the rise in the parallel market rate is largely due to customs duties imposed on transactions outside the formal banking system. He noted that the requirement to pay pre-transfer customs charges has increased pressure on those seeking cash dollars, driving up demand for the currency in local markets.

Ghazi also highlighted that traders must present a customs declaration from the ASYCUDA system before completing bank transfers. He reiterated the Central Bank’s guidance that there are two official methods for obtaining dollars:

1-External Transfers via Banks – carried out systematically with all required documentation.

2-Traveller’s Dollars – obtained by depositing Iraqi dinars with licensed companies (categories A and B) and collecting the funds at airport outlets, with the monthly limit set at $3,000.

The Central Bank continues to stress that these channels are the only authorised means of acquiring US dollars in Iraq, ensuring transparency and stability in the official market.

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OFFICIALLY, THE EXCHANGE RATE IN THE 2026 BUDGET IS 1300 IRAQI DINARS.

The Central Bank of Iraq has decided to adopt an exchange rate of 1,300 dinars for the US dollar in the 2026 budget, according to an official document revealed on Thursday.

The Central Bank of Iraq sent an official letter to the Ministry of Finance/Budget Department/Current Budget Preparation Section, regarding the determination of the official exchange rate adopted in the draft Federal General Budget Law of the Republic of Iraq for the year 2026.

According to a book issued by the Statistics and Research Department of the Central Bank of Iraq, obtained by Shafaq News Agency, the bank clarified in its book that the official exchange rate that will be adopted in the 2026 budget is 1300 dinars per dollar.

The book indicated that this price has been in effect since February 2023, explaining that it is related to the work of the Central Bank of Iraq.

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THE CENTRAL BANK ADDRESSES THE MINISTRY OF FINANCE REGARDING THE OFFICIAL DOLLAR EXCHANGE RATE IN THE 2026 BUDGET.

The Central Bank of Iraq addressed the Ministry of Finance regarding the official exchange rate of the dollar to be adopted in the draft federal general budget law for 2026.

A document issued by the bank, which was received by “Baghdad Today”, stated that “the official exchange rate that will be adopted in 2026 is (1300) dinars per dollar.”

The document explained that “this price has been in effect since February 2023,” noting that “determining the price falls within the scope of the work of the Central Bank of Iraq.”

Sources revealed that the Central Bank will buy dollars at a rate of 1300 dinars from the Ministry of Finance and sell them at a rate of 1310 to banks, which will then sell them at 1320 to traders and for foreign transfers.

The announcement by the Central Bank of Iraq comes in conjunction with a rise in the local stock exchange markets for selling foreign currency, where the dollar recorded today, Thursday, January 8, 2026, in Baghdad 147.850 dinars per 100 dollars.

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FIRST GOVERNMENT COMMENT ON ADOPTING 1300 DINARS TO THE DOLLAR: A CALCULATED MONETARY MOVE

The economic advisor to the Iraqi government, Mazhar Muhammad Saleh, confirmed on Thursday that the move to adopt the exchange rate of the US dollar at 1300 dinars and to raise the value of the Iraqi dinar in a limited way comes within a calculated coordination between the fiscal and monetary policies.

Saleh told Shafaq News Agency that the decision gives economic prospects a positive signal, reflecting the strength of the country’s foreign exchange reserves and the ability of monetary policy to confidently manage stability.

He explained that this step indicates that fiscal policy is moving towards the correct adjustment in maximizing its real revenues, away from resorting to what is known as “monetary adjustment,” i.e., using the exchange rate as an indirect financing tool, instead of achieving public finance goals through its original tools in mobilizing resources and controlling spending.

He added that this calculated monetary signal sends a clear message that economic stability and containing inflationary expectations remain a priority, and that the independence of monetary policy is still in place and effective, while at the same time providing an incentive for fiscal policy to activate its tools efficiently and responsibly, in order to ensure the sustainability of the macroeconomy.

The Central Bank of Iraq had decided to adopt the exchange rate of the US dollar at 1300 dinars within the 2026 budget, according to an official document revealed on Thursday.

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AN ECONOMIC ASSESSMENT OF THE CENTRAL BANK’S DECISION TO FIX THE DOLLAR EXCHANGE RATE IN THE 2026 BUDGET.

Economic expert, Nabil Al-Marsoumi, described the decision of the Central Bank of Iraq to fix the exchange rate of the dollar in the 2026 budget as an expected step aimed at strengthening monetary stability and supporting the investment climate in the country.

Al-Marsoumi told Al-Furat News Agency that: “The Central Bank has always sought to stabilize the dinar against foreign currencies,” considering that “any change in the official exchange rate could lead to widespread negative consequences at the financial and social levels.”

He explained that “reducing the exchange rate of the dinar is not a quick solution to the problems of the economy,” noting that “any decrease in the currency must be preceded by comprehensive reform steps that include financial, tax, customs, trade and investment policies.”

He added, “The financial benefits of lowering the exchange rate are limited compared to the significant social and economic impacts that may result from this step.”

The economist explained that “the Central Bank’s decision reflects the desire to maintain stability; however, it faces challenges due to the large gap between the official price and the parallel market, which is exacerbated by the application of the Skoda system to all goods imported into Iraq.”

He stressed that “it would have been better to implement the system gradually on a specific set of goods while working to resolve coordination issues with the Kurdistan Region to mitigate the impact of the measures on traders and markets.”

Al-Marsoumi concluded by saying that “stabilizing the exchange rate is a positive signal for investors and citizens, but it requires parallel steps to ensure reducing the price gap and achieving actual monetary stability in local markets.”

The Central Bank of Iraq addressed the Ministry of Finance on Wednesday, confirming that the official exchange rate adopted in the 2026 budget will be 1,300 dinars per dollar.

(Mnt Goat: So for the first time I have been in this investment the CBI has told us they fixed the budget to an exchange rate. It has been normal practice for the Finance Committee to fix the budget to the market price of oil or a little less for market variations in future. Why is this very good news for us today? Let me explain. This shows us the country is slowly moving away from oil as the sole source of revenue and now even the budget is no longer evolving around oil. WOW! They are moving to general terms of overall economic stability which means all revenue, including revenues from non-oil sources. WOW! They are truly moving away from the sanctioned rules of everything evolving around oil. WOW!)

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PARLIAMENT OPENS THE FILE ON NON-OIL REVENUES

With mounting pressure on the public budget and a growing need for long-term economic stability, Iraq is entering a pivotal phase in managing its financial resources.

All eyes are on the parliamentary session next Saturday to discuss non-oil revenues. This step comes at a time when policymakers are increasingly aware of the importance of reducing overall dependence on oil and strengthening alternative sources of funding that support public services and protect purchasing power. For the citizens.

MP Dr. Ali Saber Al-Kinani told Al-Sabah: “Opening the file on non-oil revenues is a national necessity,” noting that focusing on these revenues contributes to reducing dependence on oil, which alleviates pressure on monetary policy and strengthens purchasing power. For the citizens.

He added that the parliamentary debate will provide an opportunity to evaluate the performance of the relevant authorities, improve collection mechanisms, and expand the revenue base from various sources. Diverse.

In this context, MP Alaa Al-Haidari pointed out that boosting non-oil revenues is an important step to address financial imbalances in the general budget, support productive sectors, revitalize industry and agriculture, as well as improve the investment environment and create additional job opportunities, which contributes to strengthening economic and social stability.

As part of the government’s efforts to increase non-oil revenues, Mazhar Muhammad Salih, the Prime Minister’s advisor on financial affairs, explained that the government program to maximize non-oil revenues contributed to a significant increase in their share last year, as a result of adopting digital governance in the tax and customs sectors. Salih told Al-Sabah newspaper that non-oil revenues rose to approximately 12% of the total 2025 budget, compared to about 7% in previous years. This reflects the government’s efforts to improve tax and customs collection and achieve greater financial stability, moving away from total dependence on oil.

Saleh added that this improvement includes multiple categories of revenues, most notably commodity taxes, public sector profits, and customs duties, stressing that the government seeks to raise the percentage of non-oil revenues to about (20%) of the total general budget in the coming years by diversifying sources, improving collection mechanisms, and combating financial evasion.

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UN ASSESSMENT: IRAQ TODAY IS UNRECOGNIZABLE COMPARED TO YEARS AGO

The UN coordinator in Iraq, Ghulam Ishaq Zai, gave an optimistic assessment of the situation in the country, stressing that Iraq has strengthened confidence in its institutions and is moving steadily towards stability, while noting that the country has become “remarkable and unrecognizable” compared to what it was years ago.

The United Nations website, in a report seen by Shafaq News Agency, stated that Isaac Ze spoke about the transition from the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI), whose mandate officially ended last December, to a new partnership with the Iraqi authorities focused on development.

The report quoted the UN envoy as saying that “Iraq today is unrecognizable and wonderful, especially for those who lived through the turbulent early years of the transition,” noting that a country devastated by war after the 2003 invasion has now succeeded in building confidence in its institutions and is moving towards greater stability.

Ishaq Zee explained that poverty rates in Iraq have decreased from 20% in 2018 to 17.5% during the period 2024-2025, noting that preliminary reports indicate that Iraq now occupies an advanced position in the Human Development Index, which measures life expectancy, education levels and living standards.

The report indicated that the improved security environment helped about 5 million internally displaced people return to their areas, while those who remained in the camps were mostly due to housing or civil identity issues.

The UN envoy also touched on what he described as an “important milestone,” namely the parliamentary elections held last year, in which the participation rate reached 56%, an increase of 12% over the previous elections, with a wide participation of women who constituted about a third of the candidates.

According to the report, the UNAMI mission was established in 2003 to assist Iraq in its transitional phase after the fall of Saddam Hussein’s regime. It went through difficult phases that culminated with the control of large areas of the country by ISIS before its defeat at the end of 2017. The mission ended its work on December 31, 2025, while the United Nations will continue its activities in Iraq under the leadership of Isaac Ze.

The report noted that the new phase of cooperation is based on a five-year development agreement, signed with the Iraqi government on December 25, which constitutes a roadmap to support national priorities, including education, health, economic growth, environmental protection and good governance.

The report also quoted Isaac Zee as saying that the current goal of the United Nations is “to support the social and economic needs of Iraq and to build on what has been achieved over the past two decades,” noting that Iraq will contribute to financing the implementation of these programs, in an indication of the development of the partnership and the government’s shift from the role of aid recipient to partner and supporter.

The report concluded by noting that the United Nations team in Iraq currently includes 26 agencies, funds and programs of the international organization.

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

Just the FACTS!

Auf Wiedersehen

Much love to ya all,

Mnt Goat

January 6, 2026 Edition Latest Mnt Goat Newsletter

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January 6, 2026 Mnt Goat News Brief

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Bringing you more news. There is going to be a battle whether it be military fighting or economic pressure, but the Iranian militia will NOT stay in Iraq and control Iraq. – TRUMP

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STATUS OF THE RV

I sincerely wish everyone a Happy New Year 2026.

I need to say that if my blog followers do not yet see what is going on with all the corruption and its connection to the reset taking place in our world now after seeing the Venezuela capture this past week to the RV, I can’t help you. All I can do is bring the news and try to comment on it to connect the pieces for you. The rest is up to you to want to accept reality or some made up garbage from some idiot calling himself an intel guru or even the crooked news media or bias politicians who simply hate Trump because he is breaking apart their corrupt empire.

Why would the U.S. give approval for the reinstatement when there are Iranian backed militia walking the streets in Iraq with their weapons slung. What assurances does this give to future investors in Iraq? You and I see it and don’t you think the Trump administration sees it too. Iran backs proxy forces in Lebanon, Iraq and Yemen.

But here is the million dollar question- What will happen should Iran fall, which is highly likely to happen very soon. Please see article titled “IRAN: THE COUNTRY GRAPPLES WITH UNREST THAT HAS GONE ON FOR NEARLY A WEEK AND HAS LEFT SEVERAL DEAD”

There is an article that reviews what MIGHT happen but we have to remember we are not under the Biden or Obama era administrations. I think the auther is still thinking in the old terms. The current Trump administration is now making plans for an alternative government, should Iran fall. See article titled “THE FALL OF IRAN COULD CHANGE EVERYTHING”.

How does this effect the reinstatement of the Iraqi dinar?

The fall of Iran would be a major step, and I mean major, positive step for Iraq, as we must ask ourselves what would happen to the Iranian militia then stationed in Iraq? Remember in one of my recent past Newsletters I stated that there had to be some event within Iran to force these militia back to Iran out of necessity to control the population there should a civil war break out. A civil war in Iran could be that trigger. If they decide to stay then who would they be loyal to? Remember that the U.S. already designated four terrorist groups that infiltrated the militia in Iraq. Two of these groups refused to capitulate.

Trump’s envoy to Iraq Mark Savaya is due to Iraq soon and he will advise the Iraqi government of his plan for Iraq. I believe president Trump is waiting for the three major leaders to first take their seats in the government before sending Savaya. Please see the article in the recent news titled: “Your time is up.”- “AFTER OPENING IN 2026 WITH A DECLARATION OF ALL-OUT WAR: HOW WILL SAVAYA TURN THE TABLES ON EVERYONE AND CARRY OUT ITS THREAT?” I believe the people of Iraq are not that dumb and realize the U.S. is there to help continue the progress of al-Sudani’s first term in office. Part of that work is the reinstatement and the change over of the currency. In speaking to my CBI contact over the weekend she has said her committee is still waiting for the direction to begin the swap out of the currency. She told me it was planned for the last week in December but was stalled due to political reasons. My personal belief is that it will not occur until this Iranian issue is resolved. The Eighteen items of Savaya’s list do not all have to be completed in harmony to make Iraq a heaven on earth…lol..lol.. Do you get my point. There is a point where the U.S. wants a true national sovereign state of Iraq and not a puppet state of Iran. All the corruption must also end that goes along with this issue.

So where is Iraq in their election cycle?

So far, the new Parliament is seated meaning the speaker is chosen along with his three deputies. Two sessions have already been held. They are now waiting for the new president to be elected. The new president will then announce the new prime minister. This all should take place soon since the clock is ticking on their constitutional deadlines for these events. Who will be the next prime minister? If you read the article titled “”A SECOND TERM THROUGH THE GATEWAY OF STABILITY”: THE STATE OF LAW COALITION SUPPORTS RENEWING CONFIDENCE IN AL-SUDANI FOR “THE BENEFIT OF IRAQ” – URGENT”

On Monday (January 5, 2026), MP Jassim Al-Alawi, from the State of Law Coalition, affirmed his support for renewing Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani’s term for a second term, stressing that this choice stems from the supreme interest of Iraq and the preservation of political and service stability. Al-Alawi told Baghdad Today that “the stage that Iraq is going through requires the continuation of the current governmental approach, especially in light of the relative security stability achieved and the improvement in some service and economic files,” indicating that “Al-Sudani is a successful man with great experience and an electoral mandate, and he has proven during his current term a clear ability to manage the state and deal with complex challenges.”

What Else Is In The News?

So, here we go again. The CBI already predicted when the ASYCUDA system is fully implemented that it would cause a spike in the dollar sales again. So, again the dollar has risen against the dinar gradually over the past few days in local markets, reaching 145,000 dinars today, for every 100 dollars. Some panic and say it may reach 150,000 dinars. Again it is speculation not reality. What is it that they don’t understand? Maybe they just don’t listen to FACTS.

So, in today’s news we read about this predicted spike again and the panic happening once again when it did happen. Don’t they read the news? Don’t they listen to the CBI? Of course, right out of the gates, these economists are claiming once again the CBI has to devalue the dinar. Oh boy…. Oh boy! It’s all hype and speculation once again and remember what happened last time when they implemented the first wave of ASYCUDA. The economists rang alarm bells and many panicked in the market. But what happened in the long-run? The dinar bounced back at 1305 below the “official” rate of 1320 and actually revalued on its own. Of course, this is still all under the program rate and not yet on FOREX. But this was a good sign and will most likely happen again and it is hopeful ASYCUDA will produce massive revenues for Iraq. Oh does customs and tariff revenue ring a bell for you under the Trump administration with the U.S. revenues? Will the dinar bounce back even better than the first wave? Please see the article titled “IDENTIFYING THE MAIN REASON FOR THE RISE OF THE DOLLAR IN IRAQ”. I quote from the article – “Financial expert Mahmoud Dagher confirmed on Sunday that customs duties are behind the rise of the dollar in local markets in Baghdad and in Erbil, the capital of the Kurdistan Region. Dagher, who also served as a former director at the Central Bank of Iraq, told ShafaqNews Agency that “the application of the pre-transfer customs duty is behind the rise of the dollar against the dinar in local markets.”

“He added that “traders are required to bring the customs declaration (customs statement) from the ASYCUDA system before a bank transfer can be made to them, and therefore they resort to the market to obtain dollars.”

Now let’s look at what the prime ministers financial advisor has to say about all this in the article titled “SALEH’S APPEARANCE: THE FLUCTUATIONS IN THE PARALLEL MARKET ARE TEMPORARY AND DO NOT AFFECT THE STABILITY OF LIVING STANDARDS.” The economic advisor to the Prime Minister, Mazhar Muhammad Saleh, confirmed on Monday that the fluctuation in global oil prices is not directly related to the volatility of the parallel exchange market in Iraq, explaining that the monetary policy based on a fixed exchange rate supported by reserves exceeding $100 billion provides a strong stability umbrella for foreign currency.

Saleh told Al-Furat News Agency that “the limited fluctuations in the parallel market represent temporary and ineffective reactions that came in response to the launch of the latest fiscal discipline package, which included decisions to re-examine the paths of public spending and enhance the efficiency of revenues, especially through expanding and controlling tax and customs bases.”

😊 Next we witness pressure to get the oil and gas law passed in the article titled “ ATRUSHI: THE OIL AND GAS LAW MUST BE PASSED AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.”

The second deputy speaker of the Iraqi parliament, Farhad Atrushi, “he stressed that in order to solve the financial problems and implement federalism, the oil and gas law must be passed as soon as possible.” We all know that this law is one of the five mandates by the U.S. and so here it is again.

😊 Next we see announcements about the progress of accession to the WTO. Of course, this article and article like it in the recent past baffle me. Didn’t they tell us in the news that Iraq had met all the requirements. Even the necessary laws that were required were passed in the last session of parliament prior to ending it for the election. Please see article titled “IRAQ’S ACCESSION TO THE WORLD TRADE ORGANIZATION: THE UNITED NATIONS CONFIRMS TANGIBLE PROGRESS.” “Joining the World Trade Organization is witnessing clear progress, according to the United Nations International Trade Centre, with the completion of key technical and regulatory stages at both the local and international levels.” Okay so these were completed months ago and so where is Iraq’s accession then? What is the hold up? We can clearly see that when they post articles like this in the news they are simply reminding speculators that the full accession is coming and on the horizon. Is the WTO waiting for the new rate of the Iraqi dinar upon the reinstatement? Remember why would the WTO not want a rate of the dinar that backs it full suitcase of assets? Iraq must be able to sustain its rate once it is on FOREX.

Lastly, we see more evidence that the Iranian proxy politicians do not want the RV to happen in this article titled “PARLIAMENT WILL HOST OFFICIALS FROM THE CENTRAL BANK AND THE INTEGRITY COMMISSION NEXT WEEK.” “Within the framework of activating the oversight role”. My CBI contact informed me they are going to try once again to oust Ali al-Alaq from his position heading up the Central Bank. If you recall last time, they claimed he was temporary and beyond his time in this role as a temporary. They will also try to tear apart the work he has accomplished and, like the democrats in U.S. politics, concentrate on nick-picking small issues rather than seeing the big picture of what is really going on and supporting all the good work. Do they really even know the entire plan to RV. It’s in the White Paper. They will work to undermine all the good that the CBI has already accomplished. They will bash for the sake of bashing. They want stagnation not progress.

What will this new year bring?

We pray-

Let it be a year of more EXPOSURE of corruption and just as important, ACCOUNTABLITY for those involved. God says JUSTICE will triumph.

Let it bring a truly sovereign Iraq, United States and all other nations who embrace freedom, liberty and justice.

Let it bring the great Wealth Transfer, with Happiness, Abundance and Prosperity.

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

Just the FACTS!

PRAYING WITH SINCERITY

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

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

Prophetic Words from prophet: Julie Green

“More Deaths Are Coming”

Please begin at the 5:21 mark on video, prophecy starts at 14:27, but if I were you I would listen carefully to her prologue too. The prophecy is from Dec 27^th.

This is a VERY STRONG prophetic word today. Remember that God has already told the prophets that in 2026 he is going to turn up the exposure and that justice is coming in ways that we couldn’t imagine.

This one blew my mind! WOW!

PROPHECIES FULFILLED—ANTI AMERICAN

We will have to face the radical Muslim communities situated in America sooner or later, but we will have to do something about them. Why not sooner. They have infiltrated America through lack of immigration law enforcement. More evidence that the leaders of these communities want more than to live free and raise families. They want control and power to instill Sharia law. Anyone who apposed it must die. This is their teaching. This is as radical as it gets.

DOM BOSCO EXPOSED THE DARK SECRET BEHIND ISLAM

— And the Truth the World Forgot about the so-called Muslim religion.

Dom 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 love, kindness, 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.

VENEZUELA, IRAN, AND CUBA: WHAT NEXT?

EMBARRASSING DEMOCRATS HUMILIATED AFTER BEGGING TO RELEASE MADURO

WHY WOULD DEMOCRATS BE SO AGAINST STOPPING THE VENEZUELAN DRUG CARTEL?

WHY THE WEST FELL FOR THE PALESTINIAN LIE

THE SMARTMATIC VOTING MACHINE FRAUD FOR 2020 ELECTIONS: REAL OR JUST A FIGMENT OF YOUR IMAGINATION (says Democrats)?

Maine Governor: JANET MILLS FACILITATED THE SOMALI FRAUD SCHEME

Please focus in on what is said in this video. This corruption is wide spread among almost all democrat-run states. You can see how they funnel money around for various purposes.

SAUDI LEADER “NO ONE IS PREPARED FOR WHAT’S ABOUT TO HAPPEN IN IRAN…”

ANTI-ISLAM PROTESTS CONTINUE IN IRAN. Regime change is coming…

LOOK WHAT GOD IS DOING TO PUNISH IRAN. IT IS TIME TO END THIS TERRORIST MOVEMENT ALTOGETHER.

“DEATH TO THE DICTATOR”: Mass Protests Sweep Iran as Currency Reaches Historic Collapse

TRUMP FLOATS ZERO INCOME TAX PLAN STARTING WITH BIGGEST REFUNDS EVER

The Trump administration is slowly rewriting the entire federal tax code.

Give it time as the country will finally realize that with the right-offs half the country does not pay income tax anyhow. It makes common sense that if you keep adding exceptions and eliminate taxes in the tax code, they why even have an annual filing process? Yes, we can see what is happening. A slow methodical breakdown and then replacement of how revenue is to be collected for the federal government in the near future. But these changes will have to get through congress and congress must remain within the conservative power base.

HOW MUCH MONEY CAN YOU GIFT WITHOUT PAYING TAXES?

TRUMP REVEALS WHEN AMERICANS MIGHT EXPECT TO GET A TARIFF RELIEF $2,000 CHECK

THE FALL OF IRAN COULD CHANGE EVERYTHING

Regime Change Would Transform the Middle East—But Would It be for the Better Or For the Worst (wait and see).

WHAT MAY HAPPEN IF IRAN’S REGIME FALLS FROM POWER?

As Iranian protests reportedly turn violent, the Islamic Republic faces its greatest crisis since its founding more than 46 years ago. While previous protests involved elites or smaller segments of society, the current unrest is spreading across Iranian society, including traditionally supportive elements. Even Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps veterans suffer the consequence of runaway inflation and the Iranian rial’s hemorrhaging value. The closure of the Tehran Bazaar is often the harbinger of government collapse if not revolution. It is increasingly likely that Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei’s legacy will be the collapse of the Islamic Republic. If the Iranian public has its say, his son Mojtaba will also hang.

The Fall of Iran: What Happens Next?

The reverberations of the Islamic Republic’s collapse will reshape the region.

The likelihood of a smooth succession in Iran is slight. There is no centralized leadership to the current protest movement, and as the collapse of the Georgetown conference demonstrated, the diaspora opposition leaders and groups are more polarized than ever.

Rather than build bridges, Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi’s team has chosen instead the slash-and-burn tactics and exaggerated claims of credit preferred by groups like the Mojahedin-e Khalq. The 50,000 registered regime defectors Pahlavi claimed just six months ago appear little more than a fevered dream; Iranians are on the street, but there is no indication that they are doing so at Pahlavi’s direction.

Still, even Syria-like chaos will neuter Iran’s ability to threaten the region. Traditionally, when the Iranian regime is under threat, its security forces retreat from the periphery toward Tehran; they do not lash out at the region if it means leaving core interests exposed.

Who Wins?

The primary beneficiaries of regime collapse will, in the short term, be both Iraq and the Gulf Arab states.

The Islamic Republic has, since the U.S.-led ouster of Iraqi President Saddam Hussein’s regime, repeatedly impinged on Iraqi sovereignty. Secretary of State Colin Powell’s State Department and George W. Bush-era National Security Council official Zalmay Khalilzad naively believed Iranian promises that it would take a hands-off approach to post-war Iraq; by the time they were willing to acknowledge they were wrong, it was too late. A deliberate see-no-evil approach marked President Barack Obama’s subsequent willingness to withdraw from Iraq and engage Iran diplomatically.

More Winners and Losers

While the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps will remain a potent force based simply on the resources they have stolen and squirreled away, regime collapse will lead to a ticking clock on the willingness of Iraqis to listen to them. Immediate losers will be Hadi al-Amiri’s Badr Corps, Qais al-Khazali’s Asa’ib Ahl al-Haq, and Nouri al-Maliki’s ambition to return to the premiership, as well as Patriotic Union of Kurdistan leaders Bafil and Qubad Talabani’s leverage of the Islamic Republic against their Kurdish rivals. Rumors of Iraqi Hashd al-Shaabi involvement in countering Iranian protesters will cause generational antagonism among Iranians toward their Iraqi Shi’ite co-religionists.

The Gulf Arab states may benefit in the short term, but could quickly lose some of their relevance. In 1981, the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) was formed to coordinate policy and defense among the frontline Gulf emirates, sultanates, and monarchies: Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, and Oman. The GCC consistently underperformed. Even 45 years later, their militaries lack interoperability. Internal antagonism toward Qatar for its sponsorship of Sunni extremist groups and, more recently, the Saudi-Emirati rivalry has ensured that dysfunction rather than solidarity characterizes any effort to stake common positions.

The Gulf Arab states may benefit in the short term, but could quickly lose some of their relevance.

The Islamic Republic’s collapse might exacerbate GCC divisions, especially if Riyadh and Abu Dhabi take their rivalry, already playing out in Sudan and Yemen, into Iran, with both Gulf states funding and arming different proxies. With the threat of the Islamic Republic’s “export of revolution” removed, there will be little reason for the GCC to continue to exist. Its six members will end the pretense of unity. Qatar will solidify its ties with Turkey, and the United Arab Emirates-Saudi Arabia rivalry could even lead to military skirmishes. Absent the threat of Iranian irredentism, Bahrain will thrive; while it lacks oil, it will be even better positioned to be the Singapore of the Persian Gulf.

The United Arab Emirates will also benefit in the short term. It has long served as a repository for no-questions-asked investment. But, should Iran collapse, then it could expect billions of dollars to pour into the country as regime officials desperately seek to protect their stolen assets.

Such financial flows will likely draw international attention that could spark a longer-term diplomatic crisis between Abu Dhabi and Washington.

Should civil war erupt in Iran—and its likelihood is high—then the Arab Gulf states must also be prepared for hundreds of thousands, if not millions, of Iranian refugees. The first wave will be upper- and middle-class Iranians who can afford apartments in Sharjah, if not posh hotels in Dubai. With time, however, more working-class and rural Iranians will begin to flee by dhow and speed boat across the Persian Gulf, perhaps overwhelming the Emirates and its Gulf neighbors.

Oman is typical: Rather than plan for Iran’s fall, Muscat prefers wishful thinking that diplomacy can resolve any internal disputes before violence erupts.

Within Washington, there may be too much optimism that the Islamic Republic’s collapse will resolve the Houthis’ fight. Such a belief misunderstands the Houthis: while the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps co-opted the group, it did not create it.

Indeed, the Houthis have intellectual and political roots in Yemen’s Imamate that predate Iran’s 1979 Islamic Revolution. While southern Yemen rejects the Houthis, they do have a constituency in northern Yemen, which is one reason why the U.S.-backed Presidential Leadership Council has failed to end the Houthi scourge.

Within Washington, there may be too much optimism that the Islamic Republic’s collapse will resolve the Houthis’ fight.

Hezbollah might also survive in some form. Israel defeated Hezbollah’s military, but it is harder to uproot its ideology. A recent research trip to Lebanon confirmed that Hezbollah did not surrender, but rather internalized the lesson that they must revert to their pre-2000 covert cell structure. Perhaps they will no longer wield drones and missiles, but plastique and AK-47s can be equally dangerous in the hands of experienced users.

Many in Israel expect they can renew the warm ties they enjoyed with Iran before the 1979 Islamic Revolution. This, too, is wishful thinking.

Many Iranians will resent Israel’s suspected association with the Mujahedin-e Khalq in subsequent years, as well as the tendency of some Israelis to support “South Azerbaijan” separatism. While Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi’s visit to Israel won cheers in Washington, Jerusalem, and among some diaspora Iranians, Israel’s subsequent bombing campaign against Iran offended many Iranian nationalists. Decades of propaganda also take their toll. Egyptians remain overwhelmingly anti-Israel decades after the Camp David Accords; it is unrealistic to believe that generations of Iranians fed anti-Israel conspiracies will switch sides overnight.

Perhaps the biggest long-term winner of the Islamic Republic’s collapse will be Turkey. Just as Qatar replaced Saudi Arabia as a financier for Islamic extremism, Turkey has transformed itself into an ideological engine that seeks to export its own brand of Islamist extremism with an aggressiveness akin to 1980s-era Iran. President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan will see Khamenei’s collapse not as a warning about his own future, but rather as an opportunity to expand Turkey’s own revolutionary export and terror sponsorship.

What will emerge is not a more peaceful Middle East, but simply a change in the flavor of the extremism most threatening to regional security and U.S. interests.

A Time of Change in Iran? Chaos or Crisis?

Regime change in Iran will be welcome. The devil we know is not always better than the devil we do not. But, any tendency on the part of the White House and Washington think tanks to see Iran’s collapse as a “Hail Mahdi” pass to security and a peaceful Middle East will be embarrassingly naïve.

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“Your time is up.”

AFTER OPENING IN 2026 WITH A DECLARATION OF ALL-OUT WAR: HOW WILL SAVAYA TURN THE TABLES ON EVERYONE AND CARRY OUT ITS THREAT?

On the first day of 2026, US President Donald Trump’s envoy to Iraq, Mark Savaya, chose to begin the year with a “historic promise”: a year to end militias, uncontrolled weapons, corruption, and foreign interference, along with a long list of ills that have burdened the state and society. In his message to the Iraqi people, Savaya presented himself as the bearer of a “decisive year,” pledging to work to make 2026 the year that would end instability, the plundering of resources, poor services, smuggling, unemployment, militias, money laundering, fraudulent contracts, poverty, foreign interference, embezzlement, inequality, corruption, circumvention of the law, and injustice.

This “long list” has been transformed in political and media discourse into “18 crucial issues” that Savaya said would be among the priorities of his mission in Iraq during the new year, in a speech laden with messages of deterrence such as: “Your time is over, and the time of Iraq and the Iraqis has begun.” But as soon as the wave of flashy headlines subsided, a simpler and more pressing question emerged: Can 18 chronic Iraqi problems truly be resolved in 12 months, even by an envoy with exceptional influence in the White House?

(Mnt Goat: Savaya just needs to convince the Iraqi government of these things he wants to accomplish in 2026. Do we investors in the dinar have to wait for the RV to get all of these items fixed? Of course not, if you read the list I have highlighted some items that we know must be accomplished and are already known issues they have been working on for years already.)

The 18 files in Savaya’s speech: A map of a state’s crisis

Based on what Savaya’s letter contained and statements surrounding it, the 18 files he placed under the title “Year of Decision” can be summarized as follows:

Political and security instability.
Plundering the country’s wealth.
Poor services (electricity, water, health, education).
Uncontrolled weapons outside the control of the state.
Smuggling (oil, goods, currency) across ports and borders.
Unemployment, especially among young people.
Militias linked to external powers or operating outside the logic of the state.
Money laundering through banks, money exchange companies, and economic fronts.
Political and civic ignorance as an environment for manipulating sectarian and populist discourse.
Internal tensions between blocs, components, and governorates.
Fake contracts and paper projects in various sectors.
Poverty and the associated widening social gap.
Foreign interference in decision-making and sovereign matters.
Direct embezzlement of public funds.
Inequality in the distribution of wealth and opportunities between regions and groups.
Corruption as a general umbrella for all financial and political networks.
Circumventing the law and using it as a shield to protect the powerful.
The injustice inflicted on the ordinary citizen and the segments of victims and the marginalized.

On paper, this list looks more like a “state crisis map” than a one-year program. It touches on almost everything that has accumulated since 2003 in terms of political, economic, and security problems, and puts them all together under the heading “2026.”

An envoy outside the diplomatic school: From “the cannabis king” to the man of Iraqi missions

Part of the controversy surrounding Savaya is not just about what he said in his New Year’s message, but about the nature of the man himself. The new envoy is not a career diplomat who graduated from the school of the US State Department, but a businessman of Iraqi Chaldean origin who made his fortune in the legal cannabis industry in Michigan, and is described by American press reports as one of the most prominent figures in this sector, and the “cannabis king” of Detroit.

(Mnt Goat: Oh… here we go again bashing someone because they are not part of the Washington establishment. Maybe they should stop and think about what they say. Maybe this is a very good thing, Savaya being a business man (like trump) in that we need fresh thinkers who can think out of the box and do what is right for America and Iraq and not just for the elite globalists.)

His political career is more closely linked to the world of election campaigns and Republican funding, as he emerged as one of Trump’s supporters in Michigan, before suddenly transforming from a controversial business figure into a special envoy handling one of the most complex files in the Middle East.

Numerous analyses have linked his appointment to the Trump administration’s desire to deal with Iraq through a “trusted man” outside the traditional diplomatic corps, who has direct access to the president and is able to move nimbly between the worlds of politics, business, and security, with a particular focus on three issues: Iranian influence, militias, and redrawing the terms of investment and energy in a country that possesses one of the world’s largest oil reserves.

In this sense, the New Year’s message is not merely a protocolary greeting, but rather the announcement of an American political and security program with a new executive channel, setting 2026 as a test year for Washington’s ability to reshape the rules of the game within Iraq.

The promises are ambitious… but the problem lies in the structure of the system, not in the texts.

From within Iraq, researcher and academic Ali al-Jubouri offered a more cautious analysis, focusing on the gap between rhetoric and actual capability. Al-Jubouri told Baghdad Today, “The promises attributed to US President Donald Trump’s envoy to Iraq, Mark Savva, regarding 2026 being the year to end uncontrolled weapons, militias, corruption, and foreign interference, fall within the realm of ambitious political discourse. However, they clash with a highly complex Iraqi reality that makes their full realization extremely difficult without fundamental changes.”

He adds that “the problem of loose weapons is not just a security issue, but rather the result of political, economic and social accumulations that have extended for years, where some armed factions have become part of the equation of political and economic influence, and have extensions inside and outside state institutions, which makes dismantling or limiting them a complex internal sovereign decision, and not just the result of an external pledge or pressure.”

Al-Jubouri links the issue of militias to the broader map of conflict in the region, stressing that “the issue of militias is directly linked to regional and international balances, and any talk about ending them or restricting weapons to the state requires a unified and undivided Iraqi political will, and broad internal consensus that precedes any field action, in addition to reducing reliance on external axes in national decision-making.”

Then he moves on to the second point in Savaya’s speech: corruption. According to Al-Jubouri, “Corruption in Iraq is structural, not circumstantial, as it has infiltrated the joints of the state through networks of interests that transcend parties. Eliminating corruption cannot be achieved with temporary slogans, but rather requires deep administrative and legal reform, a genuine activation of accountability, and protection of oversight institutions from political pressures.”

As for foreign interventions, he says that “Iraq is still an arena for the intersection of regional and international interests, and that reducing these interventions depends on the state’s ability to strengthen its economic sovereignty, unify its foreign policy, and build balanced relations based on interests, not alignments.”

Al-Jabouri concludes his reading with a warning against turning 2026 into a “year of miracles”: “The year 2026 may witness partial steps or relative improvement if a genuine national will is available, but portraying it as a decisive year for the end of all these thorny issues seems closer to political promises and slogans than to a program that can be implemented on the ground unless the internal rules of the game change radically.”

With this description, Savaya’s discourse transforms from a “promise of decisive action” into a point of reference: where does what can actually be accomplished begin, and where does the ability of any foreign envoy end when his questions touch upon the structure of the regime itself?

Uncontrolled weapons and militias: The issue that tests the credibility of the slogan

If Savaya has indeed compiled 18 issues into one basket, the first thing Iraqi forces and the public will hold him accountable for is the file of militias and uncontrolled weapons. This file, in particular, is not only related to the security chaos, but also to the position of these factions within the state, their entanglement with the shadow economy, and their network of alliances stretching from Tehran to Damascus and Beirut.

Much of the American approach to Iraq in recent years has placed these Iranian-linked armed groups at the center of attention, linking any effort to reorganize the American presence to Baghdad’s ability to control these factions or reintegrate parts of them into state institutions according to new rules.

But this is precisely where the limits of the “year of decision” become apparent. Militias are no longer merely armed groups operating outside the law; some possess political representation, economic fronts, a presence in parliament and the government, and enjoy a social base in certain provinces. Any “direct” attempt to end this influence within a single year effectively means a redistribution of power within the Iraqi system, not simply the implementation of a series of security measures. This type of transformation cannot be managed with a congratulatory message, but rather through profound internal compromises that have yet to materialize.

Structural corruption and the parallel economy: When Savaya’s list intersects with the spoils network

Another part of Savaya’s list relates to corruption, money laundering, plundering of resources, fictitious contracts, embezzlement, and poor services. These are not mere labels, but rather the features of a system that has been formed over more than two decades, linking public funds with partisan quotas and turning contracts and projects into tools for personal gain, as revealed by Iraqi oversight and media reports on ports, border crossings, oil contracts, and reconstruction deals.

When al-Jubouri says that corruption is “structural,” he implicitly means that dismantling it requires reshaping the relationship between the state, political parties, and the economy, not merely pursuing a few individuals or opening dozens of files in the media. Here, too, the power of a foreign envoy, regardless of their relationship with the White House, appears limited without an internal decision that redefines the very structure of the political system, or at least establishes new “red lines” to protect what remains of the state from organized plunder.

Foreign interventions and the limits of Washington’s power

Savaya’s list also includes “external interference” and “internal tensions,” as if the envoy is trying to encompass everything regional actors have been accused of in Iraq over the past years. But the irony is that Washington itself is one of the most important external players on the Iraqi scene; the presence of American forces, the network of alliances, and the role of international financial institutions all make the United States part of the equation of intervention, not merely an external observer.

Here a twofold question arises: To what extent can the Trump administration reduce the influence of its regional rivals in Iraq, foremost among them Iran, without itself being seen as a party exercising parallel interference? And to what extent does Baghdad have a real margin to say “no” to any of the competing axes, if its economic sovereignty is not strengthened and the levels of dependence in the energy, finance and arms files are not reduced?

2026: A year of testing for the insider before it becomes a year of testing for Savaya.

Savaya’s message about “the end of the era of corruption and militias” gave a segment of the public a glimmer of hope and provided the media with ready-made material for sensational headlines. However, it simultaneously raised expectations to a level that would be difficult for any political actor, whether domestic or foreign, to fully meet within a single year.

If we start from Ali al-Jubouri’s reading, the fundamental question becomes not: Can Savaya finish 18 files in 2026? Rather: Does the Iraqi political system have the readiness to open these files from their roots?

Without a relatively unified political will, internal compromises that redefine the role of weapons, and genuine strengthening of oversight and judicial institutions, the US envoy’s message will remain more of a “statement of intent” than a binding roadmap. The year 2026 could become a transitional year, testing the limits of both Washington and Baghdad simultaneously: the former in terms of its willingness to use pressure and incentives, and the latter in terms of its readiness to relinquish part of the network of interests forged after 2003.

Between Savaya’s statement, “Your time is up,” directed at “those who have wreaked havoc in Iraq,” and al-Jubouri’s warning that changing the rules of the game requires more than mere rhetoric, Iraq stands on the threshold of a year that could mark the beginning of a different path, or simply another link in the chain of postponed promises. The difference will be decided, as always, internally before externally.

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IRAN: THE COUNTRY GRAPPLES WITH UNREST THAT HAS GONE ON FOR NEARLY A WEEK AND HAS LEFT SEVERAL DEAD

(Will the radical Muslim, terrorist, clerical government capitulate. We need this regime change.)

Responding to Trump’s comments, top Iranian official Ali Larijani warned that US interference in domestic Iranian issues would amount to a destabilization of the entire Middle East. Iran backs proxy forces in Lebanon, Iraq and Yemen.

And Iran earlier warns that ‘all US bases and forces in the entire region’ would become ‘legitimate targets’ if Washington intervenes in internal protests.

Tehran issued the stark threat after the US President said America was ‘locked and loaded and ready to go’ if Iranian authorities killed peaceful demonstrators during nationwide protests over soaring living costs.

Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, accused foreign intelligence agencies of attempting to hijack legitimate protests and turn them into violent unrest.

‘The devil’s cry was raised because the efforts of armed field agents of the intelligence services to turn the legitimate protests of the bazaars and guilds into violent and armed urban battles failed,’ he said in an X post. He added that Iran had repeatedly defeated enemies ‘far more experienced’ throughout history and insisted the country did not equate protesters with foreign mercenaries, saying: ‘We embrace our beloved children.’

But Mr Ghalibaf issued a direct warning to Washington, saying the ‘disrespectful President of the United States’ should understand that any American ‘adventure’ would make all US centres and forces across the region ‘legitimate targets’.

He also stressed that Iranians are ‘always united and determined to act against any aggressor.

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IDENTIFYING THE MAIN REASON FOR THE RISE OF THE DOLLAR IN IRAQ

Financial expert Mahmoud Dagher confirmed on Sunday that customs duties are behind the rise of the dollar in local markets in Baghdad and in Erbil, the capital of the Kurdistan Region.

Dagher, who also served as a former director at the Central Bank of Iraq, told Shafaq News Agency that “the application of the pre-transfer customs duty is behind the rise of the dollar against the dinar in local markets.”

He added that “traders are required to bring the customs declaration (customs statement) from the ASYCUDA system before a bank transfer can be made to them, and therefore they resort to the market to obtain dollars.”

The dollar has risen against the dinar gradually over the past few days in local markets, reaching 145,000 dinars today, for every 100 dollars.

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AFTER SAVAYA’S MESSAGE… WILL 2026 OPEN A NEW CHAPTER FOR IRAQ?

Political analyst Ghazi Faisal commented on the recent message from Mark Savaya, the envoy of US President Donald Trump, to the Iraqi people, in which he called for the beginning of a new era based on respect for the constitution, building an independent state that is not subject to Iranian hegemony, and confronting political and financial corruption, the plundering of wealth, and the failure to develop industry, agriculture, and services.

Faisal said in a statement followed by “Al-Sa’a” that “the American message, despite continuing within the policy of containment, carried a different language that reflects the need for comprehensive radical reforms that restore the true sovereignty of the Iraqi people and allow them to confront poverty, backwardness, unemployment and economic chaos.”

He explained that “these imbalances did not arise spontaneously, but rather came as a result of an Iranian strategic dominance over Iraq, in which the Iraqi economy, security and society were exploited to pay the price for Iran’s internal crises.”

Regarding the possibility of the United States imposing a new equation that would make the Iraqi state the sole entity monopolizing weapons and decision-making, he pointed out that “the central challenge lies in correcting the course of a political system that began in 2003, which violated the constitution and produced parties that failed to build a modern state and an open economy.”

He stressed that “Iran has succeeded in creating more than 34 armed factions linked to the Revolutionary Guard, using Iraq as an arena for its regional influence at the expense of the country’s security and stability.”

He added that “the American message was directed directly to the Iraqi people in an attempt to reshape political legitimacy outside the traditional frameworks,” considering that “the current crisis is a deep legitimacy crisis, and that the Iraqi parliament has often become a formal facade, while the constitution stipulates that the people are the source of sovereignty.”

Faisal concluded by saying: “The year 2026 holds the potential for transformation, if a new national leadership and a clear strategic vision are available, capable of rebuilding a modern state based on democracy, a free economy, and stability, benefiting from Iraq’s wealth, estimated at more than $15 trillion, while moving away from the corrupt rentier system and engaging in a new regional project based on peace and sustainable development.”

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ATRUSHI: THE OIL AND GAS LAW MUST BE PASSED AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.

The second deputy speaker of the Iraqi parliament, Farhad Atrushi, indicated that so far more than 40 people have nominated themselves for the position of president of the republic, but the two parties, the Democratic Party and the Patriotic Union, do not have a candidate. He stressed that in order to solve the financial problems and implement federalism, the oil and gas law must be passed as soon as possible. At the same time, regarding the parliamentary committees, he said: The committees are formed temporarily.

On Sunday, January 4, 2026, during his participation in the “Today’s Talk” program on Kurdistan24, Atroushi said: In Iraq, the parliament is the center of the political process and the center for making important decisions, so maintaining the position of Deputy Speaker of Parliament for the Kurds is very important.

He added: “Today the new parliament held its first session, during which I submitted a proposal that the parliament’s presidency should have special legislative authority for the next four years, in order to have clarity in the implementation of laws and the identification of important laws. They also welcomed the proposal.” He also said: “In the next session, we will decide on the general outlines of the parliament’s policy and form a special committee.”

He continued: “The oil and gas law must be issued in order to implement fiscal federalism, because a large part of Iraq’s revenues are provided through oil and gas, and without implementing the law and the constitution, no problem will ever be solved, and the constitution must be the arbiter.”

He added, “So far, more than 40 people have nominated themselves for the presidency, and we expect that number to increase tomorrow, but neither of the two main parties has yet put forward a candidate for the position.” He also stressed that the Kurds must be united on the issue of the presidency and have a single position.

He went on to say: “Tomorrow we will form a committee to lay some foundations and monitor the distribution of parliamentary committees,” and said: The distribution of parliamentary committees should be temporary only to carry out the work of parliament until the new government is formed.

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SALEH’S APPEARANCE: THE FLUCTUATIONS IN THE PARALLEL MARKET ARE TEMPORARY AND DO NOT AFFECT THE STABILITY OF LIVING STANDARDS.

The economic advisor to the Prime Minister, Mazhar Muhammad Saleh, confirmed on Monday that the fluctuation in global oil prices is not directly related to the volatility of the parallel exchange market in Iraq, explaining that the monetary policy based on a fixed exchange rate supported by reserves exceeding $100 billion provides a strong stability umbrella for foreign currency.

He added that “these movements are a natural behavior for markets when they receive new signals from fiscal policy, as supply and demand forces tend to test these signals and adapt to them in stages, before returning to more stable paths that are in harmony with economic and financial fundamentals.”

He pointed out that “the current fluctuations in the parallel market do not reflect a structural imbalance in the exchange market, but rather a temporary adaptation phase with regulatory tools aimed at enhancing financial and monetary stability in the medium term.”

Saleh pointed out that “the limited movements observed in the parallel market do not affect the stability of the general price range, which has maintained a low inflation rate of about 2.5% annually, which reflects the effectiveness of the macroeconomic policy mix.”

He explained that stability is due to the convergence of three main policies:

Monetary policy: A fixed official exchange rate for the Iraqi dinar at 1320 dinars to the dollar. Fiscal policy: Broad support amounting to about 13% of GDP, limits the transmission of price shocks to living standards.

Trade policy: Price defense through the subsidized food basket and the modern market system (hypermarkets), which absorbs the noise generated by the parallel market and turns it into stable white noise.

Saleh concluded by saying that “the parallel market no longer has a significant impact on daily life, after its effect became detached from income and consumption levels and its impact shifted mainly to the asset sector, which is not directly related to the stability of living or social peace.”

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IRAQ’S ACCESSION TO THE WORLD TRADE ORGANIZATION: THE UNITED NATIONS CONFIRMS TANGIBLE PROGRESS.

Joining the World Trade Organization is witnessing clear progress, according to the United Nations International Trade Centre, with the completion of key technical and regulatory stages at both the local and international levels.

The International Trade Centre, a United Nations agency, confirmed that Iraq has made clear progress in its steps towards joining the organization.

Eric Bochot, the director of the International Trade Centre’s programs in Iraq, affiliated with the United Nations, said : “The process of Iraq’s accession to the World Trade Organization is still ongoing, and has seen progress in several important stages at both the national and international levels.”

Bushot added that this progress includes the establishment and reactivation of the Iraq Working Group at the World Trade Organization, the revival of national coordination mechanisms, technical reviews of trade-related legislation, communication with member states of the organization, as well as preparatory work related to market access and regulatory harmonization.

The UN official stressed that what has been accomplished so far reflects a continued commitment to aligning the Iraqi trade system with multilateral rules, although additional steps are still required.

For his part, economist Nabil Al-Tamimi said that the government and the Ministry of Trade are working hard to join the World Trade Organization.

Al-Tamimi added that “joining requires several procedures, including legislative and legal amendments, in order for Iraq to meet the conditions for joining this organization, noting that the legislative process in Iraq may be slow for several reasons.”

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“A SECOND TERM THROUGH THE GATEWAY OF STABILITY”: THE STATE OF LAW COALITION SUPPORTS RENEWING CONFIDENCE IN AL-SUDANI FOR “THE BENEFIT OF IRAQ” – URGENT

Al-Alawi told Baghdad Today that “the stage that Iraq is going through requires the continuation of the current governmental approach, especially in light of the relative security stability achieved and the improvement in some service and economic files,” indicating that “Al-Sudani is a successful man with great experience and an electoral mandate, and he has proven during his current term a clear ability to manage the state and deal with complex challenges.”

He added that “renewing confidence in the Prime Minister for a second term will contribute to completing the strategic projects launched by the government, and will prevent disrupting the political scene by entering into conflicts or uncalculated changes,” stressing that “the State of Law believes that the interest of Iraq takes precedence over any political or partisan considerations.”

Al-Alawi pointed out that “political forces are required today to prioritize the language of understanding and stability, and to support any governmental path that aims to strengthen sovereignty and improve the standard of living of citizens,” noting that “political stability is the real gateway to addressing outstanding issues and building a state of institutions.”

This statement comes at a time of political activity surrounding the next phase and constitutional and electoral requirements, with names and potential figures circulating as possible candidates to lead the next government. Mohammed Shia al-Sudani is considered one of the leading candidates to continue as prime minister, given what some political factions deem the “stable performance” of his government compared to previous administrations.

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PARLIAMENT WILL HOST OFFICIALS FROM THE CENTRAL BANK AND THE INTEGRITY COMMISSION NEXT WEEK.

“Within the framework of activating the oversight role”

The Parliament Presidency set next week, Monday (January 5, 2026), as the date for hosting a number of officials from the Financial Control Bureau, the Integrity Commission, the Central Bank and other federal institutions within the framework of activating the oversight role.

The media department of the House of Representatives stated in a statement received by Network 964 that the parliament “held its second session of the sixth electoral term of the first legislative year, the first legislative chapter, today, Monday, under the chairmanship of Hebat Al-Halbousi, Speaker of the Council, and in the presence of 229 deputies.”

He added that “the Speaker of the Council emphasized at the beginning of the session the need to adhere to the provisions of the House of Representatives’ internal regulations, as they are in effect and were voted on in the previous session.”

He pointed out that “President Hebat Al-Halbousi stressed the importance of expediting the formation of parliamentary committees, and giving a deadline of 7 days for parliamentary blocs to submit their proposals to the Presidency of the Council regarding the development of a plan to distribute members among the parliamentary committees according to the internal regulations of the Council, stressing the importance of activating the Parliamentary Conduct Committee to preserve the status of Iraq and the House of Representatives in terms of oversight and legislation.”

He added that “the Speaker of the Council noted that the time for holding the Council sessions has been permanently fixed at 11 am, in agreement with the heads of the parliamentary blocs, in addition to proceeding with other controls and instructions that enhance the management of the legislative institution in the best way.”

He explained that “the session emphasized the discussion by the members of the council of the organizational matters that the council follows in managing its sessions and parliamentary committees in order to address some of the previous obstacles to enhance the role of the House of Representatives in oversight and legislation, in addition to stressing the need to prioritize the enactment of important laws.”

Regarding candidacy for the presidency, he explained that “the Speaker of the Council noted that 44 applications for candidacy have been received so far, and the extension of time was due to the New Year holiday, indicating that the nomination period closes today, Monday, at the end of official working hours.”

He concluded by saying that “Al-Halbousi mentioned that the House of Representatives will host next week officials from the Financial Control Bureau, the Integrity Commission, the Federal Service Council, the provincial councils, the Central Bank, the head of the Martyrs Foundation, and the head of the Retirement Authority.”

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

Just the FACTS!

Auf Wiedersehen

Much love to ya all,

Mnt Goat

January 1, 2026 Edition Latest Mnt Goat Newsletter

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January 1, 2026 Mnt Goat News Brief

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Bringing you more news. There is going to be a battle whether it be military fighting or economic pressure, but the Iranian militia will NOT stay in Iraq and control Iraq.

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2 Corinthians 9:9

“He scattered abroad, he gave to the poor, His righteousness endures forever.”

STATUS OF THE RV

About your RV champagne. If I were you, I would drink your champagne to celebrate the new year. You can always get another bottle once we sort out this mess in Iraq between Washington and Iran.

I sincerely wish everyone a Happy New Year 2026.

What will this new year bring?

Let it be a year of more EXPOSURE of corruption and just as important, ACCOUNTABLITY for those involved. God says JUSTICE will triumph.

Let it bring a truly sovereign Iraq, United States and all other nations who embrace freedom, liberty and justice.

Let it bring the great Wealth Transfer, with Happiness, Abundance and Prosperity.

In today’s prophecies by Julie Green I am amazed once again at what God is telling us to expect for 2026. Well…. to be honest, I am not surprised, just amazed, because I know God’s Hand is working in both the U.S., Iraq and in many other countries. We see the changes every day.

Julie tells us today that “The Great Exodus Wealth Transfer Is Coming”, a prophecy from Dec 27^th. Click here for LINK to watch it. Yes, our RV is part of the transfer and there are still elements that do not want us to have it. If you go back to the great exodus from Egypt comparisons can be made to what we are now experiencing in modern times. It is almost weird in a sense. Many of the Israelites simply gave up hope and took up satanic-like worship instead of following God’s path to the promise land of Israel. They had to wonder around in the desert for 40 years before God gave them what was promised. We need to not give up and follow the path that God is laying out for us. Oh… it’s over twenty years already for our RV. I certainly hope God does not plan to make us wait forty years….lol.. lol.. lol.. Yes, there has been discouragement, and I can’t say it has ended. I can honestly say I too am discouraged at what is taking place in Iraq. But we must concentrate on what we want and not what we are seeing. We must focus and pray for it.

In fact, the entire middle east is going to change, just wait for it. Already we see Iran on the brink of a regime change. I thought I would never see this for years to come… but here it is now just as the God told the prophets it would.

Yesterday I had my call to Iraq, and so today I want to share what is going to happen in terms of our RV. As you may recall my contact in the CBI is on the committee responsible for orchestrating the Project to Delete the Zeros. I was told this project was supposed to kick off on Dec 29^th and was stalled. This past weekend Iraq even aired videos about the swap out and the CBI was expected to update their official web site with explanations of the swap out and descriptions of the newer lower denominations.

☹In this article we find why the RV was stalled. It is titled “SOURCES CLOSE TO THE WHITE HOUSE: TRUMP’S ENVOY NOW HAS A CLEAR PLAN FOR THE PRIORITIES OF DIALOGUE WITH THE NEW IRAQI GOVERNMENT.” It this news we find out that a number of Iraqi Shiite factions announced their willingness to relinquish their weapons and place their arms and personnel under the authority of the central security forces in Baghdad. This was all wonderful news for us. But here is the bad news à However, the process is not yet complete, due to the refusal of at least two factions and several Shiite elements to accept the new reality and not lay down their arms.

I know, I know this is a disappointment and I too share it along with you. I was told we can expect an article in the news from the CBI soon on this topic of postponement.

We all know that Iraq needs STABILITY and SECURITY. Iraq seemingly has had the highest levels 2025 of both since 2003. We read many articles on this as evidence. We did not witness any bombings and Iraq kept out of the Israeli vs Iran conflict too. We witnessed the reforms and then articles telling us Iraq was ready to move to the next stage of which was the last remaining steps of full globalization and partnerships with many countries around the world.

However, don’t be too disappointed that things are stalled as I am hearing from the CBI that this all may still work out and has to work out somehow. Iraq is ready for this next move to international status and Iran is certainly now going to prevent it. Does this mean the CBI will go ahead even in the midst of these militias and Iranian influence. No, I did not say this. These Iranian influences must first be squashed and neutralized. You may ask what is holding up the RV this time. So, lets review and get into even more details.

☹We learned that a few of the militia factions residing in Iraq refused to lay down their arms when mandates came from the U.S. to do so. To make the situation even worst the Iranian militia members were on the ballot in many provinces and won their elections. Where the elections rigged? It would not surprise me. They were recently sworn in to parliament, again in disregard to U.S. objections. There is a very good article today on the militia’s response to these U.S. mandates concerning them and what the U.S. might do next if they do not cooperate. It is titled “TRUMP’S FORTUNE TELLER PROMISES IRAQIS “DAYS THEY HAVE NEVER SEEN BEFORE,” AND THE FACTIONS RESPOND FROM PARLIAMENT: “WELCOME TO DEATH!”. Please go read it …. If this is not satanic, I don’t know what is!

As the Iraqi parliament held its first session, electing a deputy speaker affiliated with the factions, Washington was simultaneously outlining an unprecedented punitive strategy. Yes, they boldly really did this in defiance of the U.S. and Iraqi’s own constitution. Former Trump advisor Gabriel Souma, described as an “expert on the inner workings of the White House and Trump’s policies, “went so far as to warn of a potential moment when Iraqis might find themselves buying the equivalent of one dollar for “five bags” of Iraqi dinars.” Yes, it’s not going to be pretty for Iraq.

So here is the problem as it evolves. Post election we find there is yet even more Iranian militia men appointed into the Iraqi parliament in disregard to their constitutional requirements for any member. There is also the mandate by the US government to have none in the government. Between this catastrophic scenario and a parliament, where a member of Kataib Hezbollah declared his “loyalty to the Popular Mobilization Forces” (thus Iran and not to Iraq) vowed to pass the PMF law despite Washington’s opposition. Do you remember this law from months ago? Let’s review it.

The U.S. pressured the existing parliament at that time, not to take up this law to a vote. At this time, it was shelved. The tension relaxed. So now these militias, after the election, have strongly infiltrated the parliament as a result of the November election and hope to pressure parliament to take up this bill again and pass it, thus making these militia legal throughout Iraq. This new bill would also fund these organizations. This would solidify the Iraq as a proxy state of Iranian just as Iran has done to Lebanon and Syria and just when Iran so desperately needs the funds. Keep in the back of your mind that the U.S. just recently declared these militias as terrorist organizations and are now on the global terrorist list.

So, Iraq appears to be heading toward a difficult test: an economy beholden to the dollar and a legislative body openly defying American demands. Do you think the U.S. is going to allow the dinar to be reinstated under these conditions? Just asking……

Gabriel Souma, a political commentator but not merely a political commentator; has long been presented as a professor of international law and an expert on Middle Eastern affairs. He has spoken on this subject matter of the militia in Iraq and what the US might do next. Today he speaks today in such definitive terms about “unprecedented measures” that Iraq will face if Mark Savaya fails to implement Trump’s demands in Baghdad, he is reflecting the prevailing mood within the president’s inner circle much more than offering a cold, academic analysis. This may become reality soon.

I guess our Christmas dream did not happen on the original targeted plan of the CBI. Remember that the GOI always seems to be playing catch-up to the CBI. We must continue to pray. Miracles do happen every day and so this saga with Iran is not yet over. If you go to my Political Section today in the Newsletter you can access many videos on just what is really happening in Iran right now. It is not a pretty situation and most likely a regime change is coming VERY SOON. This news is filtered by the mainstream channels and is not broadcasted much in the US, if at all.

We must ask how this will change the dynamics and attitudes of the Iranian militia within Iraq, if Iran should fall. This could be devastating for these militias and they very well could just collapse overnight and decide to cooperate with the US mandate. Once the militia are neutralized, there is less chance of terrorist repercussions from them if parliament then decides to pass a law banning foreigners from participating in the Iraqi government, then make it retroactive. This would cause the parliamentary elections to be re-run in many of the provinces. There must be stricter laws regarding who can serve in the parliament. It is much to loose and this is part of the current problem.

☹Please reference the recent article titled “MP: THE CURRENT PARLIAMENT WILL ENACT IMPORTANT LAWS, MOST NOTABLY THE ONE CONCERNING THE POPULAR MOBILIZATION FORCES”. MP Hassan Shaker confirmed on Thursday that the upcoming period will witness the passage of a number of important laws within the Council of Representatives, foremost among them the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) Law, noting that these laws represent a top priority for the new parliament.

This does not look good for relations between Washington vs Iraq. Who will win in the final analysis? This was one of those WOW! moments for me when I read it.

But as I said this could all change drastically and very fast in the next month or so. Also remember we are not yet out of the proverbial ‘doghouse’ until the budget is passed and they open it to spend it. The Oil and Gas law is also another constitutional issue that needs to be fulfilled. There is a promise this will also be taken up quickly by the new parliament. The CBI can still execute the needed currency reforms prior to the budget opening, and so I am told there is still a high likelihood they will move ahead with removing the zeros and then a restatement but only if these Iranian issues can stabilize.

😊Knowing all this let me explain that Trump’s envoy is due to Iraq soon and he already outlines expectations from the Whitehouse in his letter to Iraq prior to his visit. Take a look at the article titled “TRUMP’S ENVOY BEGINS 2026 WITH A STRONG MESSAGE TO THOSE WHO “WROUGHT HAVOC IN IRAQ”: YOUR TIME IS UP. HE OUTLINED A LIST OF 18 OBJECTIVES.”

Mark Savaya, US President Donald Trump’s envoy to Iraq, sent a congratulatory message to the Iraqi people on the occasion of welcoming the year 2026. In his message, he expressed his hope that 2026 will be the year of the end of instability, the plundering of the country’s wealth, poor services, uncontrolled weapons, smuggling, unemployment, militias, money laundering, corruption, poverty, foreign interference, and all other manifestations of injustice and circumvention of the law.

Here is what I call the Savaya manifesto for Iraq from the Whitehouse:

He added that this message is directed “to those who have spread corruption in the land of Iraq,” stressing that “your time is over and the time of Iraq and the Iraqis has begun,” and emphasizing that Iraq will remain a flag raised high and a source of pride for all its people.

Savaya concluded his message by saying, “We are still at the beginning.

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So, now let’s engage the articles further and see how they play out in what I have just told you. This is their words not mine, No rumors, No hype and No opinions. Just the FACTS!

Another recent article titled “PARLIAMENTARY DIVISION PRECEDES SWEARING-IN SESSION; VOTE ON PARLIAMENTARY SPEAKER ENTERS A PHASE OF CONTROVERSY.” A parliamentary source revealed on Monday that there is a clear division within the Iraqi parliament, ahead of the swearing-in session, regarding the election of the parliament’s leadership. Oh boy, oh boy this one is really going against the US Whitehouse and the Iraqi constitution. Pay attention to what just happened….

The source told Shafaq News Agency that “a number of MPs from political blocs, especially within the coordination framework, do not intend to abide by the directives of the heads of blocs and parties regarding voting on the candidates for Speaker of Parliament and his deputies, which threatens an undisciplined vote during the session.”

See article titled “THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ELECTS HEBAT AL-HALBOUSI AS ITS SPEAKER.” The voting process to elect the Speaker of the House of Representatives has concluded yesterday, Monday. Halbousi is an Iranian filtered in by the militia. He is a member of the Iranian Kud forces. Just so you know. Do you see the conflict here? The problem here?

So, in Iraq we are seeing the same kind of rigging of elections and the placement of officials in office to influence the direction of the country to a deep-rooted Iranian proxy. We witnessed this too in the U.S. and so obvious now in the Mamdani election results as mayor of NYC. They want our countries! This fake façade of democracy is being exposed and will continue. Remember that a country cannot survive on a democratic form of government. The U.S. along with Iraq are constitutional republics not democracies. They rely on democratic principles only to elect governing bodies and its procedures. These bodies must abide by the constitution not whatever the people want or these elected officials want. They don’t get to decide, get it? We only need to go so far as to see Ihan Omar and Rashid Talib as examples and how they think about mass immigration and how they represent their districts. They really do not understand how it all should work.

Here is the most important part of what we see taking place today:

The fate of a country in a constitutional republic has already been decided by its founding fathers, and for a very good reason. They use history lessons learned from the past. They learned that straight, full-blown democracies don’t work and never have. These so-called democracies only lead to social communism Marxism, which always leads to dictatorships and a concentration of all the power in the hands of a few at the very top. Since they have power at the top, a concentration of wealth flows in the same direction. Thus, the people do not have access to the top unless they are just as corrupt and fight for it. Folks, it’s proven human nature. There is no such thing as a utopian, perfect society.

So you are only fooling yourself and doing yourself a great injustice if you think democracy is the answer to all our political problems. Just see what is now going on in Iraq as a very good example. They have stepped away from the 2005 founding constitution for their new republic. Just look at how Iran is able to so easily manipulate them because of it. They has massive voter fraud in this last election. Did the news media even cover it? Will they stand firm to their constitution? The Trump administration is about to give them a lesson!

This is because of the ‘vunerability’ of a purist democracy as it is subject to lies, manipulation and fraud to get in power and stay in power. They tell the people only what they want to hear. They involve emotions and fear. There are no checks and balances. Whatever the majority wants they get.

But who decides these issues and who manipulates the people’s vote to give the essence of a fair election. The end result is exactly the opposite of what the people actually aspired and thought they were going to get when they kept hearing the term ‘democracy’ from the candidates. I can’t even list over the last hundreds of years how this has proven true in so many countries. They always resort to these same tactics to gain power.

We see the democrats today always shouting about our democracy in jeopardy. Really? But really, if they did care, which they don’t, they would be shouting instead about the real abuses of our Constitutional Republic. And don’t get me wrong in that there are also still many republican rhinos too that are either ignorant, as to how our should actually government work, or they know and have another agenda in mind.

😊I would encourage everyone to please read the recent article titled “9 ECONOMIC BENEFITS OF STATE-CONTROLLED WEAPONS – EXPERT AL-HASHEMI (AND THESE BENEFITS CAN INCREASE)” What is so important about this news? Even I did not realize all the important factors involved and the effect these Iranian militias had on holding back the economy. Seems every aspect was impacted. One item that really struck me was and I quote – “Restoring Iraqi sovereignty by eliminating loose weapons will yield significant economic gains, freeing Iraq from the grip of uncontrolled arms dealers and elevating its standing among truly sovereign nations.” I kind of already knew this but it was so nice to see it in writing and coming from Iraq. I can see that Iraq is now growing up. This is exactly what we needed to see regarding the neutralization of these foreign militias.

I don’t want to paint a picture that is too rosy yet. As we learned a number of Iraqi Shiite factions announced their willingness to relinquish their weapons and place their arms and personnel under the authority of the central security forces in Baghdad. However, the process is not yet complete, due to the refusal of at least two factions and several Shiite elements to accept the new reality. Yes, we are not yet out of the proverbial doghouse yet! ☹ I believe the trip in early January 2026 by Mark Savaya will solidify the end to the militias in Iraq as we know them today.

😊 You might also want to read the recent article titled “THE DREAM OF REVOLUTIONARY CHANGE IN IRAQ (About the PMF)” while we are on this subject matter. This is going to be much more than a dream but a reality soon.

If you are unsure of the election process, please go read the recent article titled “MONDAY’S PARLIAMENT: THE “KEY” TO THE THREE PRESIDENCIES AND THE GATEWAY TO DRAWING THE MAP OF POWER IN IRAQ”. Remember that this is not our first rodeo for the elections. But for you newbies, this explains the next steps now that the speaker is assigned.

What I liked about it is we are seeing the mantra changing and changing rapidly about the elimination of the loose weapons of the groups of militias in Iraq. This new mantra is now spreading and politicians alike are also beginning to realize there is much more benefit to gain from a new era occurring in Iraq if it is to realize its greatness in the middle east. I especially liked the part of the heading that read “From a crisis economy to a planning economy”. Also remember this is all getting the “Trump Touch”. Folks this is finally all coming together for Iraq; however, my contact warned me that there is still the new prime minister to be announced and government formed. Yesterday the new speaker of parliament was sworn in and now he has to swear in the new members of parliament. I can’t imagine Iraq without al-Sudani for the next four (4) years. Can you? Will they make it to the target of early January for an RV? I doubt it, but then again when Iraq really, really wants things to move along it does. I also firmly believe that they will need to pass the Oil and Gas law in the new parliament. Like I said before I do not believe this will stop the reinstatement but would help to have it done. My take on all this is to get it all done, while they have a nice level of stability before yet another crisis sets in…. lol… lol… lol…

With the elimination of the loose weapons of the groups and their economic offices, the phenomenon of dollar smuggling, money laundering, and support for sanctioned entities and countries will end, and the Central Bank of Iraq and the government will be able to restrict and reduce these operations to the lowest level, thus preserving national wealth from being lost.

Any incoming prime minister must realize that the success of his government depends on getting rid of loose armed groups and not allowing them to roam with their weapons around his government ministries.

Yes, sometimes our choo-choo train is moving down the tracks, picking up momentum, then slowing down, then moving again. There are also stops along the way, some we want and some we don’t. But the path is clear and the train will arrive at the end of the tracks, which is FOREX. 😊

Lastly while on this topic, the article titled “TRUMP IS TURNING THE MIDDLE EAST EQUATION UPSIDE DOWN: IRAQ FROM A BATTLEFIELD TO THE GATEWAY TO AN AMERICAN CONTRACTING EMPIRE.” This news gives us a very rational picture of what the new Trump foreign policy towards Iraq is today. Does it surprise you, after all he was a business man. Maybe Trump is just the person we needed in the Whitehouse to get this RV moving along?

I quote from the article – A New map for Iraq. “The image of American policy in the Middle East is no longer confined to scenes of tanks, military bases, and airstrikes. It is increasingly being shaped in the halls of investment conferences, through massive arms deals, and by cross-border economic memoranda of understanding. This shift, which has deepened during the current term of US President Donald Trump, is not only evident in the rhetoric of the White House and the reports of research centers, but is also reflected in the way American politicians speak about their country’s role in the region, particularly in Iraq.”

In a statement to Baghdad Today, Naaman Abu Issa, a member of the US Democratic Party, put this shift in a direct way, saying that US policy in the Middle East has witnessed “a clear shift during President Trump’s term,” noting that the focus is now on economic and commercial interests more than direct diplomatic or military intervention. Is this democrat admitting a Trump success? Oh… WOW! 😊

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What else is in the news?

Meanwhile in the midst of all this Iranian drama taking place the rest of the world is still moving ahead with Iraq and this give me hope and almost certainty that all will work out with this Iranian influence, as radical Islamic influence will most likely be gone or lessened when the currency regime falls. These Iraqi militias may have no choice but to surrender their arms.

Where do they stand in the election cycle? The House of Representatives announced on Wednesday the conditions for candidacy for the position of President of the Republic. Remember that it is the newly elected president that will announce the new prime minister.

😊 Next, we find that the reforms continue in Iraq in spite of the political drama in article titled “LAUNCHING THE 2026–2028 SECURITIES STRATEGY TO TRANSFORM IRAQ INTO A REGIONAL FINANCIAL CENTER”. On Monday, the head of the Securities Commission, Faisal Al-Haimas, announced the imminent launch of the commission’s strategy for the years 2026–2028, in a move aimed at transforming the Iraqi stock market into a leading regional financial center. He stressed that this strategy is in line with the government’s directions towards economic reform and revitalizing the financial sector, indicating that the Authority will work to implement its phases according to well-studied timetables and in cooperation with local and international partners in order to ensure a qualitative leap in the performance of the Iraqi financial market.

Can you already see where I am going to go with this news? I will give you a hint…’securities strategy’. What direct implications can this strategy have on the Iraqi dinar? Remember these ‘Pillars of Financial Reform”? Here is the stock market again. What is traded on the Iraqi Stock Exchange (ISX)? Is it just the ISX trading? Of course, it could mean the Iraqi dinar is traded once again on the currency exchanges with the big boys. Could this also be part of this new strategy?

On Monday, the head of the Securities Commission, Faisal Al-Haimas, announced the imminent launch of the commission’s strategy for the years 2026–2028, in a move aimed at transforming the Iraqi stock market into a leading regional financial center.

Al-Humeis explained in a statement today that the new strategy is based on comprehensive digital transformation, diversifying investment tools, deepening liquidity, attracting foreign investments, in addition to enhancing transparency and protecting investors’ rights. So, tell me how are they going to attract foreign investments with a currency rate of 1320? Seems to me if they could they would not need this strategy, now, would they? Investors would be pouring in already. But they are not and so why? Today in one of our articles we learn about nine (9) economic benefits of state-controlled weapons by expert al-Hashemi. He seems to emphasize that investors are more prone to invest in stable and secure countries not countries where an incident could set off a barrage of gun fire or explosives at any time. So again, we see that peace and stability are needed in Iraq and maybe this ‘lack of’ is what has also hindered the investment flow for many of these projects in the first place.

He stressed that “this new securities strategy is in line with the government’s directions towards economic reform and revitalizing the financial sector, indicating that the Authority will work to implement its phases according to well-studied timetables and in cooperation with local and international partners in order to ensure a qualitative leap in the performance of the Iraqi financial market.” Oh… here we have a plan again with timetables? I just want to add that along the way, at some time they will have to pull the trigger on the reinstatement project and get it done for any real revitalization of the financial sector to be successful. Who are they kidding? Of course, they are kidding no one and actually came out in recent months and outlined the entire plan for us all to see. It states first the removal of the zeros which leads to a revaluation and then a new peg and reinstatement. Enough said….

😊There is yet another article that I thought was an amazing bold move of a thought process. Its title is “CALLS TO REMOVE OIL FROM THE BUDGET: A BOLD REFORM PATH OR A GAMBLE THAT COULD UNDERMINE IRAQ’S FINANCIAL STABILITY?” I quote from the article The phrase“oil belongs to the people”has been transformed from a constitutional text that is supposed to establish economic justice and sustainable development, into a slogan that is invoked during crises without actually being reflected in the structure of the Iraqi economy. So, after decades of almost complete dependence on oil revenues, questions are mounting about the viability of a model budget void of oil revenues.” Can it actually be done?

As the 2026-2028 upcoming budget discussions approach, the debate resurfaces regarding the meaning of public ownership of oil, the limits of its use, and the possibility of moving towards a diversified economy that reduces dependence on a single resource of revenue that has proven to be as much a source of danger as a source of funding.

Can Iraq really remove oil revenues totally as a source of revenue to fund the budget? I will try to answer this question. Iraq with all its current resources can do this if they really, really wanted it, really came together and worked together, all in the same direction. Can you imagine the wealth of these excess oil revenues being placed in Sovereign Funds that could grow beyond our imagination. But we as investors do not need this level of wealth to get the dinar reinstated. In fact, to get the IQD back to online trading is part of the recipe of removing oil from the budget. It is all in the plan, so I am told by my CBI contact.

So, I need everyone to remember the two ways you can think. We can have our minds positive (half-full) or negative (thinking on the side of half-empty). Remember what Iraq as like just four years ago and this should give you a really good understanding that they are going to move ahead and not backwards, regardless of Iran. Yes, there may be a short, temporary ‘adjustment’ due to these crooked elections just held in November and it may be felt, but we must look at the big picture and know that all of this will be fixed somehow and I am sure of it. The RV will happen and we will be going to the bank shortly.

There is a prayer I pray each day. Let it be our 2026 prayer too to be Healthy, Wealthy and Wise. Being wise enough to know evil when you see it, wealthy enough to give to those in need, and of course healthy enough so you can enjoy our families from the abundance God gives us.

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

Just the FACTS!

PRAYING WITH SINCERITY

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

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

Prophetic Words from prophet: Julie Green

“THE GOLD STANDARD IS COMING BACK TO THE UNITED STATES”

This is a MUST WATCH for all of us investors! WOW!

At 16:40 mark. From Dec 14^th.

We already have seen the priority of the Trump administration on rare earth minerals and the efforts to secure them for industry in the U.S. Nigeria was just bombed for reasons they are not fully divulging to us yet. ISIS is Syria too is being dealt with again.

“More Judgements Are Coming In 2026 Against Your Enemies”

At 10:47 mark. From Dec 21^st.

This prophecy is about things that are going to happen in the year 2026. In prior prophecies God also revealed some revelations about 2026 but this one is in much more detail. Here are a few of the revelations given today’s prophecy:

Again, since Dec 14^th, God talks about Silver and Gold. In this one God tells us something explosive will happen with Silver and Gold. Are we getting close, has this climb already begun?

Something significant will happen to both the IRS and to the Federal Reserve.

More corruption from the Democratic party and they will be worst off in 2026 than in 2025.

The 2020 elections steal will be revealed to a greater degree.

Sudden, shocking deaths are coming to some well-known people

Some politicians will be found guilty of TREASON!

The TRUTH about Ukraine will come out and something shocking will happen to Zelensky. In a previous prophecy God told us he will step down from the presidency.

And much more….

PROPHECIES FULFILLED—ANTI AMERICAN

DOM BOSCO EXPOSED THE DARK SECRET BEHIND ISLAM

— And the Truth the World Forgot about the so-called Muslim religion.

Dom 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 love, kindness, 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.

ISLAMIC REVOLUTION BY MASS IMMIGRATION TO CONQUER THE WEST

And…they actually told the west they were going to do it too. The fusion of Marxism and Islamic.

I would not miss this one, if I were you!

Does this sound like a conspiracy to you? Now do you see why this flood of Muslims into the U.S., UK, Europe and other countries. Do you see why they also seeded politicians in high offices to support laws to protect themselves? In the U.S. we see this in Minnesota and Michigan. Look at the fraud and corruption!

Why did the Biden allow four years of massive, unchecked immigration into the US?

Why does the United Nations Agenda 2030 outline how to conduct this mass immigration and actually support it, push it and mandated it?

Do you see how they are using the climate change narrative (hoax) as a screen to justify and hide behind the real intent of almost anything the U.N. wants to do?

I am sorry folks as I know this is all a lot to take in and understand. There are many pieces to this Muslim takeover but we must understand it and connect the pieces to see the big picture and the long-term effects if we don’t stop it now. We will stop it sooner or later, better sooner than later. Fortunately for the U.S., it did not have yet another four years of democrat leadership in the Whitehouse or we would all be hosed and the United States would no longer exist.

Many of you might be saying now what does this have to do with the RV?

Well…. if you don’t know by now, I can’t help you. Just look at the mandate of the U.S. to get rid of the Iranian backed militia stationed in Iraq. Do you think they are going to allow the release of the reinstatement of the Iraqi dinar under these current conditions of the PMF strongholds? So, now we see these conditions deteriorating quickly, as God told us great changes are coming in 2026.

Conservative or Liberal Mark Levin is a constitutional lawyer, professor and past government employee. I would add he is a conservative, but he would rather be called just a patriot and lover of America.

SAUDI LEADER “NO ONE IS PREPARED FOR WHAT’S ABOUT TO HAPPEN IN IRAN…”

ANTI-ISLAM PROTESTS CONTINUE IN IRAN. Regime change is coming…

LOOK WHAT GOD IS DOING TO PUNISH IRAN. IT IS TIME TO END THIS TERRORIST MOVEMENT ALTOGETHER.

“DEATH TO THE DICTATOR”: Mass Protests Sweep Iran as Currency Reaches Historic Collapse

10 EUROPEAN COUNTRIES FORCING MUSLIMS TO RETURN TO THEIR COUNTRIES OF ORIGIN

You know what…. it is probably a very good thing for them to go back anyhow. This stupid UN idea of mass migration and mixing the countries to a homogenous populations was all crazy right from the beginning. Was it done just to create chaos? The climate and culture in Europe is not suitable for them anyhow. Why don’t they try to fix their own countries instead of coming to developed countries and then trying to make them like the ones they left behind.

TECHNICALLY, ILHAN OMAR ISN’T EVEN INELIGIBLE TO BE IN CONGRESS

DOES THE FRAUD GO BEYOND MINNESOTA AND A PATTERN IN DEMOCRAT RUN DISTRICTS?

Ilhan Omar is connected closely to the fraud, even though she dismissed the allegations.

Listen carefully, if you think she is innocent. Should be she be removed from Congress. This is just a beginning, then we must look closely at her immigration status. Should be deported? Is she really a U.S. citizen even?

TRUMP FLOATS ZERO INCOME TAX PLAN STARTING WITH BIGGEST REFUNDS EVER

The Trump administration is slowly rewriting the entire federal tax code.

SUDANESE: THE NEED TO RECONSIDER THE ECONOMIC SITUATION TO AVOID A FINANCIAL DEFICIT

– Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani explained on Thursday that supporting the industrial, agricultural, commercial and tourism sectors is the basis for improving the economic situation.

The Prime Minister’s Media Office stated in a statement seen by (Shafaqna Iraq) that “Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani met with a group of tribal sheikhs and dignitaries from Al-Dujail district in Salah Al-Din Governorate.” During the meeting, Al-Sudani stressed that “the districts of Balad and Dujail are among the districts that have made sacrifices in the past and present.” He pointed to the spirit of brotherhood that unites the sons of the Iraqi spectrum in the province.

Terrorism is being pursued in the caves

He explained that “the security services have the readiness, capability and efficiency. There is no foothold for terrorists in Iraq and they are being hunted down in caves, mountains and deserts.” The Prime Minister pointed to the role of the tribes in maintaining brotherhood and communication and addressing the remnants of terrorism and the resulting displacement.

He explained that “the victory over terrorism, sedition and hate speech was achieved by the people’s stand against the alien ideology.” He pointed out that “the district of Dujail has a special status because of the sacrifices it made and its honorable stand against the dictatorial regime, which makes it deserving of care and attention from the state.”

The government has focused on providing services in a manner befitting this country, its capabilities and status, and on working to alleviate the suffering of citizens and improve the economic and living conditions.

Al-Sudani added, “The government of services is not a slogan or a title, but rather a work methodology and a tireless movement from Basra to Mosul.”

He affirmed that a significant portion of the government program’s priorities had been achieved, while progress continued on development and service projects . Service projects were launched in the districts of Balad and Dujail, and work on others was being monitored, with directives issued to finalize procedures for new projects to begin implementation.

Sudanese: The need to reconsider the economic situation to avoid a financial deficit

He stressed the need to reconsider the economic situation to avoid a budget deficit in light of increased expenditures and stagnant revenues. He emphasized the importance of genuine reforms to overcome challenges and prevent Iraq from becoming solely dependent on oil, arguing that stimulating other sectors would generate revenue and address unemployment and job creation issues.

The Prime Minister stated that “there is a heavy legacy spanning four decades that squandered resources and consumed time in the adventures of wars and conflicts.”

He pointed out that “the government has worked during the past three years according to a clear vision and will, and with the support of national forces.

Expressing his confidence in the people’s ability to face challenges and move towards a country with a strong economy where citizens enjoy social justice and a decent life.

He emphasized at the end of his speech that implementing the government’s vision requires sustainable security and stability, which can be achieved through the community standing with the security services.

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THE GLOBAL SMART CARD COMPANY ANNOUNCES THE LAUNCH OF A NEW INITIATIVE

The global smart card company (K) announced the launch of a new initiative aimed at supporting merchants and stimulating business growth, starting from January 1, 2026, where a commission rate of (0%) will be applied to the merchant for all electronic payment transactions.

The company stated in a statement received by Mail that “the initiative includes all payments made through point-of-sale (POS) devices and the SuperKey application, without any deductions or hidden commissions, ensuring that the merchant retains the full profits of each sale transaction. “

She added that “this step comes within its strategy to promote financial inclusion, encourage the shift towards electronic payment, and provide a more transparent and profitable business environment for merchants in various sectors. “

The statement continued, “The company announced that it will provide payment devices free of charge to merchants wishing to join the Key system, with the possibility of easily registering via the SuperKey application.” She emphasized that “2026 will be a year of real growth and clearer profits for traders, in a partnership based on trust and continued support.”

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TRUMP IS TURNING THE MIDDLE EAST EQUATION UPSIDE DOWN: IRAQ FROM A BATTLEFIELD TO THE GATEWAY TO AN AMERICAN CONTRACTING EMPIRE.

New map

The image of American policy in the Middle East is no longer confined to scenes of tanks, military bases, and airstrikes. It is increasingly being shaped in the halls of investment conferences, through massive arms deals, and by cross-border economic memoranda of understanding. This shift, which has deepened during the current term of US President Donald Trump, is not only evident in the rhetoric of the White House and the reports of research centers, but is also reflected in the way American politicians speak about their country’s role in the region, particularly in Iraq.

Abu Issa adds, explaining that “the primary mission of the US president, embassies, and diplomats worldwide, particularly in the Middle East, is to open avenues for economic cooperation and secure contracts for American companies with various countries, including Iraq.” He emphasizes that this approach reflects “a strategic shift in Washington’s management of the region’s affairs.” At the heart of this assessment, Iraq stands out prominently. Abu Issa points out that Iraq “occupies a prominent position in this strategy, as a country of strategic importance to the United States and home to the largest US embassy in the world, reflecting Iraq’s pivotal role in Washington’s economic and trade policies.”

He further asserts that “American policy is no longer focused on military influence or direct intervention, but rather on strengthening economic ties and expanding investment opportunities, making Iraq an important partner within this vision.” These statements do not merely reflect a personal impression, but rather align with a comprehensive trajectory that can be traced through the current administration’s actions, from the Gulf deals to its approach to Iran and Syria, and including the Iraq file itself.

From “America First” to “Contracts First”

Since Trump’s inaugural address, where he introduced the “America First” slogan, it became clear that his foreign policy approach would undergo a restructuring based on reducing the direct costs of wars and maximizing the gains from trade and investment deals, while maintaining traditional pressure tactics such as sanctions and a limited military presence when necessary. This logic was evident early on in the focus on reducing direct involvement in protracted wars, alongside intensifying sanctions against adversaries, as seen in the “maximum pressure” policy against Iran, which reverted to using economic and financial tools as a primary means of managing conflict, rather than engaging in large-scale military confrontations.

But the most visible aspect of this shift was Trump’s frequent visits to the Gulf, where bilateral and multilateral summits became platforms for announcing unprecedented investment packages and arms deals in terms of scale and complexity. At these meetings, the enormous figures for these contracts were presented as a “job boost for the United States,” while simultaneously serving as a means to reshape the region’s political and security alliances through financial and investment channels, not just military ones.

In this scenario, weapons are no longer merely a security tool, but rather part of a “comprehensive deal” that intertwines energy, technology, and infrastructure companies with the defense industry. Many reports and studies have described this approach as a shift from “crisis management” diplomacy to “return maximization” diplomacy, where political and military leverage is used to open markets for American companies, while security protection is offered as part of a comprehensive trade package.

Iraq at the heart of transformation: from a battlefield to a platform for contracts

In this new context, Iraq, from Washington’s perspective, appears to be more than just a testing ground for security and counterterrorism policies. Beyond its geostrategic location between Iran, the Gulf, Turkey, and Syria, Iraq sits atop a vast reserve of oil and gas resources and requires decades of energy infrastructure development and reconstruction. This makes it, in Abu Issa’s words, “an important partner within this vision”—a partner whose role extends beyond simply training forces or exchanging information, encompassing contracts in the energy, electricity, communications, technology, and logistics sectors.

The presence of the world’s largest US embassy in Baghdad, in terms of size and security and diplomatic infrastructure, is no longer seen merely as a symbol of the occupation and its aftermath, but as a comprehensive platform for managing this economic and political transformation. The massive diplomatic complex, built on a vast area and considered the largest among US missions abroad, has also become a hub for commercial and investment activities, and a center of gravity for a network of US agencies and bodies dealing with energy, finance, and international companies and institutions connected to Iraq.

Numerous studies in recent years examining the “American strategy in Iraq” indicate that the administration tends to use financial and economic tools to manage its influence rather than expanding its direct military presence. Instead of sending more troops, Washington prefers to rely on tools such as targeted sanctions, monitoring dollar flows, and linking the level of financial and economic cooperation to Baghdad’s distancing itself from the Iranian axis, in addition to trying to encourage American companies to participate in infrastructure and energy projects within Iraq.

In this context, Abu Issa’s statement about “opening up prospects for economic cooperation and securing contracts for American companies” is not a side note, but rather an expression of the essence of the role of embassies and envoys in the region, as the current administration sees it: contracts take priority, and then everything else comes after.

The Gulf as a model: Arms deals and investment are shaping a new doctrine

During Trump’s Gulf tour, this shift became most evident. Beyond the traditional political issues, from relations with Iran to maritime security, the most prominent headlines revolved around massive investment packages, arms deals, and long-term economic cooperation programs. In those sessions, press conferences no longer spoke solely of “alliances against terrorism,” but also of “investment opportunities,” “vision projects,” “economic zones,” and “trade corridors,” as if the region were being reshaped as much as a map of security and investment.

This pattern did not come out of nowhere. Since the signing of the “Abraham Accords” in 2020, which opened the door to the normalization of relations between Israel and several Arab countries under American auspices, the approach has appeared to be based on investing in calming tensions to create paths of economic, trade, tourism and technological cooperation, making the new political and military alliances carry on a network of intensive and long-term economic interests.

What is new in the current stage is that this logic is no longer limited to the Arab-Israeli normalization file, but has extended to the form of the relationship with countries such as Saudi Arabia, Qatar, the UAE, Iraq and post-war Syria, where easing sanctions or providing security support is linked to the possibility of opening wide doors for American companies in the fields of energy, reconstruction, technology, transportation and logistics.

The “profit and loss” logic: How does Washington view Iraq?

Looking at Iraq from the perspective of this transformation, it can be said that its position in American calculations is governed by three overlapping levels:

1.The first level is strategic security, linked to the Iranian issue, the Syrian borders, and the balance of power with Turkey and the Gulf states. Here, Iraq remains a vital arena for any policy of exerting pressure on Tehran, whether through monitoring the activities of armed factions or by tracking the flow of funds, oil, and gas.

2.The second level is that of economic opportunities, where Iraq appears as a promising market for American companies in the fields of conventional energy and associated gas, electricity grid interconnection, and the construction of ports, roads, and railways, in addition to the banking and digital sectors. At this level, the role of the embassy and American economic missions becomes translating political and security influence into tangible contracts, as Abu Issa hints in his talk of “securing contracts for American companies with countries, including Iraq.”

3.The third level is that of balancing with adversaries and competitors, primarily China, Russia, and Iran, who are also moving to fill the investment and energy gaps. Every major deal in Iraq—whether in oil, gas, or infrastructure—becomes, in this context, part of a broader game between Washington, Beijing, Moscow, and Tehran, making the economy an extension of the power struggle rather than a substitute for it.

Under this roof, one can read about many of the files that have preoccupied Baghdad in recent years, from negotiations with major oil companies, to regional electricity interconnection projects, to repeated attempts to link Iraqi banking and financial reforms to the conditions of the US Treasury and the Federal Reserve.

Embassies as “business centers”: When diplomacy becomes a commercial arm

What Nauman Abu Issa says about the mission of “the president, embassies, and diplomats” is not far removed from the practical reality of the work of American missions in the region in recent years. Since the Obama administration, through Trump, and up to the present stage, the network of commercial attaché offices and investment promotion teams within embassies has been strengthened, and a large part of their activity has become directed towards opening doors for American companies and investors, facilitating access to local and regional contracts, and coordinating the participation of these companies in major infrastructure projects and national “vision” plans in the Gulf, and reconstruction projects in post-war countries.

In Baghdad, the importance of this role is amplified by the size of the embassy and the complexity of the Iraqi landscape. The presence of so many agencies, programs, and offices within the diplomatic compound, from defense and foreign affairs to the treasury and the U.S. Agency for International Development, among others, means that every major economic file—in energy, infrastructure, or banking—passes, in one way or another, through channels connected to the embassy, or at least is subject to its political, security, and financial evaluation.

This does not necessarily mean that diplomacy has been completely transformed into a “commercial arm,” but it is certainly now measured, in a considerable part, by the number of contracts that are opened up for American companies, and the amount of economic influence that can be established in the long term.

Between economics and weapons: Is the era of military intervention over?

Despite this clear focus on economics and arms deals, it cannot be said that the United States has abandoned its hard power tools in the region. The massive arms deals with the Gulf states confirm that economics and arms go hand in hand, and that security is still used as an “incubator” for these deals, not their antithesis.

The policy of putting pressure on Iran also relies on a combination of economic sanctions, military threats, and leveraging the network of American bases in Iraq, the Gulf, the Red Sea, and the Eastern Mediterranean, within a discourse that balances the language of “we do not want a new war” and “we will not allow the rules of the nuclear and regional game to be changed.”

In this context, the shift from “war to economy” appears to be more of a reordering of priorities than a complete break with the past. The current administration does not want long and costly ground wars like those in Iraq and Afghanistan, but it does not hesitate to use sanctions, financial pressure, and the threat of force to ensure a more favorable environment for the flow of American deals, contracts, and businesses.

What does this mean for Iraq?

For Iraq, this shift raises more complex questions than it provides easy answers. The fact that securing contracts for American companies in a country like Iraq has become, as Abu Issa describes it, the “primary mission” of American diplomacy means that Baghdad faces both an opportunity and a risk.

The opportunity lies in the potential to attract investments, transfer technology, and enter into partnerships that can help modernize the deteriorating infrastructure and the strained energy sector, and open up new markets and job opportunities.

But the risk lies in these same contracts becoming new instruments of influence, used to reshape the economic and political balances within the country, and to link Baghdad’s strategic decisions to long-term financial and investment interests, at a time when the state is still struggling to consolidate its sovereignty over its security, military and economic decisions.

Between these two extremes, it seems that the most important question facing the Iraqi decision-maker today is not only: How do we deal with an American administration that is redefining its role in the region? But also: How can this shift from “war to economy” be turned into a national interest, rather than a new form of dependency?

If the embassies, as Naaman Abu Issa says, came “to open up prospects for economic cooperation and secure contracts for American companies,” then Iraq is invited to ask the opposite question: What contracts does it want? And on what basis does it want these partnerships to be built, so that the strategic shift in Washington does not turn into just a new chapter in a long story, in which the form of American influence and its tools changed, while the essence of the imbalance in Iraq’s relationship with the world remained the same.

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9 ECONOMIC BENEFITS OF STATE-CONTROLLED WEAPONS – EXPERT AL-HASHEMI (AND THESE BENEFITS CAN INCREASE)

“From a crisis economy to a planning economy”

Economic expert Ziad Al-Hashemi said that the Iraqi state will achieve significant economic gains by getting rid of loose weapons, explaining that this step will raise Iraq’s status and place it among countries with true sovereignty. He added that countries will give greater value to the Iraqi government after it gets rid of loose weapons and will deal with it with greater confidence. Iraq will have a pivotal role through which it can enter into strategic alliances and new economic partnerships. Al-Hashemi also stressed that the Iraqi economy will transform from a crisis economy to a planned economy through comprehensive development plans, and he listed 9 benefits, saying that they are subject to increase according to developments.

Al-Hashemi’s Facebook post:

Restoring Iraqi sovereignty by eliminating loose weapons will yield significant economic gains, freeing Iraq from the grip of uncontrolled arms dealers and elevating its standing among truly sovereign nations. One nation, one people, one army—this is the motto and objective that stable states strive for, uphold, and maintain. It is a fundamental condition that grants these nations the immunity and opportunity to strengthen their stability, sovereignty, and political, economic, and security standing.

Countries will give greater value to the Iraqi government after it gets rid of loose weapons, and will deal with it with greater confidence. Iraq will have a greater pivotal role through which it can enter into strategic alliances and new economic partnerships, which were not possible to achieve with weapons in the hands of non-governmental groups!

An Iraq without loose armed groups will transform the Iraqi economy from a crisis economy to a planned economy, as Iraq will be able to develop and implement comprehensive development plans away from the control and influence of those groups. This is a strategic goal that previous governments failed to achieve, one of the most important reasons being the presence of weapons outside the control of the state!

Eliminating loose weapons outside the official armed forces will greatly reduce the costs of risks surrounding the Iraqi economy and will enhance the possibility of capital and investments entering Iraq.

The private sector will find ample space and a promising market for work, expansion and production, and new projects and innovative ideas will enter that will enhance the emerging business sector and the services sector, which the Iraqi economy desperately needs.

Furthermore, the government’s monopoly on weapons will strongly contribute to weakening corruption, which has been reinforced and spread by loose weapons throughout the past decades and up to the present day through the imposition of levies, commissions and sharing of contracts!

Enforcing the law with only one weapon in the hands of the government will contribute to achieving civil peace and social justice, end the militarization of society, and open the door to ambition for new generations and the development of their skills to keep pace with developments in the labor market!

Strategic projects such as the development road can see the light after getting rid of loose weapons, and this will contribute to attracting global industries and supply chains to benefit from this project and establish their projects and centers inside Iraq.

With the elimination of the loose weapons of the groups and their economic offices, the phenomenon of dollar smuggling, money laundering, and support for sanctioned entities and countries will end, and the Central Bank of Iraq and the government will be able to restrict and reduce these operations to the lowest level, thus preserving national wealth from being lost.

Oil and commercial smuggling operations and the exploitation of border crossings will decrease to the lowest level after getting rid of loose weapons, and trade will turn into a stable normal situation, which will allow it to be strengthened and the returns achieved for the government to be improved.

These are some of the gains, and there are certainly other gains that we did not have the space to mention, but in any case, Iraq will not see a glimmer of hope or a light without the presence of one official weapon, as the economy does not grow with the presence of loose guns, but rather it deteriorates silently!

When that is achieved, and the economy and Iraq are freed from the grip of loose weapons, then we can say that Iraq has truly begun to stand on its own two feet and walk on the right path, after many years of paralysis and ailments!

Therefore, any incoming prime minister must realize that the success of his government depends on getting rid of loose armed groups and not allowing them to roam with their weapons around his government ministries, as this is a recipe for the failure of his government and a grave danger to the future of Iraq and the fate of its people!

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SUDANI: ENDING THE UN MISSION MEANS THAT IRAQI INSTITUTIONS HAVE DELIVERED THE BEST LEVELS OF PERFORMANCE.

Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani expressed his gratitude on Saturday to the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI), stressing that the end of its work means that Iraqi institutions have provided the best levels of performance.

In a statement received by the Mail, the Sudanese office said, “Today, the Sudanese received the Special Representative of the Secretary-General of the United Nations, Mr. Mohammed Al-Hassan, on the occasion of the end of his duties in Iraq and the termination of the work of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq/UNAMI.”

According to the statement, Al-Sudani expressed his “gratitude to Al-Hassan and to all those who worked in the mission, for the assistance they provided to Iraq in various fields throughout its duration, from the fall of the dictatorial regime until today.”

The Prime Minister affirmed, “The relationship between Iraq and the international organization will continue, as will the bilateral programs on which cooperation is taking place, and that ending the work of the UNAMI mission means that the Iraqi state institutions have been able to provide the best levels of performance in carrying out their constitutional and legal duties, in a step that enhances national sovereignty.”

For his part, Al-Hassan praised “what has been achieved in Iraq during the past years of the government’s work, and the important steps that contributed to reaching this day, noting the keenness to continue working with Iraq in various programs.”

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THE DREAM OF REVOLUTIONARY CHANGE IN IRAQ

(About the PMF)

(Mnt Goat: this article is about the Iranian backed militias in Iraq (PMF). If you want to learn more about their operations in Iraq or the detriment to Iraq, this is a good read)

If a referendum were held in Iraq today, we would find that many Iraqis support “radical solutions” that might come through a military coup or foreign military intervention, because there is a general feeling that it is difficult to change the negative conditions through the institutional and democratic mechanisms currently in place .

This mood, in fact, is what was behind the acceptance of radical transformations at various points in Iraqi history, at least since the coup of Bakr Sidqi in 1936, which is considered the first military coup in the entire Arab region .

With every coup or violent upheaval, emotions surge, many are optimistic, but the emotional fervor quickly fades, leaving behind a reality far worse and more complex than before. But will the Iraqi people ever learn? After every disaster, a large percentage of citizens tend to interpret the violent transformation as not being good, and that we need another “transition” that is good, rather than rejecting the idea of violent transformation, coups, and revolutions altogether .

Many have been waiting, at least since the beginning of this year which is nearing its end, for those crushing blows that the United States of America will direct at the militias in Iraq, as if the Iraqi militias were merely an isolated body, and not a network of forces, interests and influence, intertwined with security and military policies, in a way that makes it difficult to separate them from the body of the state itself .

What if America assassinated the “fifty names” list circulating on social media, and bombed militia camps and their weapons depots in one dark night? Would Iraq be okay the next morning ?!

Many reports confirm that the first reaction to such a hypothetical event will be chaos on various levels, not least in the security file, in addition to the disruption of the map of power and the balance of pressure between them, which will motivate adversaries to try to fill the void quickly, creating a new circle of conflicts .

Calm and stability will not be achieved quickly after this scenario, for many reasons, including that the authority of the state is incomplete, and that the ability to enforce the law in the street is clearly lacking, especially with the infiltration of many militia figures, or those loyal to the militias, into state institutions, outside the organizational structure of the militias themselves .

America, up to this point, is not concerned with withdrawing security powers from groups operating under the umbrella of the Popular Mobilization Forces, which are spread across areas north and west of Baghdad, and manage vast areas of the shared borders with Syria and Jordan, in cooperation with the army, the federal police, and the counter-terrorism service .

This deployment is not merely a routine distribution of units, but reflects a perception built since after 2015 of the Iraqi security doctrine, where factions are no longer just a supporting force, but a partner in security decision-making .

In the vicinity of the capital, specifically to its north and west, the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) control areas such as Tarmiya and Abu Ghraib, which have historically been gateways for security threats and are now under heavy security control by these factions. This presence effectively makes the PMF the de facto controller of security at Baghdad’s entrances and exits, an influence that extends beyond the military dimension to the political and strategic spheres .

In the west, specifically on the border strip with Syria and Jordan, the Popular Mobilization Forces not only perform the traditional border guard duties, but also dominate vast areas of the desert .

Although this deployment is carried out under the protocol of the Joint Operations Command, and in cooperation with the army, the federal police and the counter-terrorism service, the reality on the ground imposes a kind of “division of roles”; while the army and police hold the city centers and official ports, the Popular Mobilization Forces take on the task of holding the ground in the rugged and open areas, enjoying great operational independence .

The current approach to bringing about change in Iraq is to continue pressuring the militias and their political fronts to force them to implement change. The desired outcome may not be immediate, nor may it fulfill all the “revolutionary aspirations” of a large segment of Iraqis in their vision of change, but this is the picture as it appears today .

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IRAN: SPECULATION GROWS ABOUT THE GOVERNMENT’S MOVE TOWARDS UNIFYING THE “EXCHANGE RATE”

(Mnt Goat: This article is all about Lessons Learned. Even the experts are sometimes fooled. I am bringing you this article today not because we are so much concerned about the Iranian currency, as my blog is all about the Iraqi dinar revaluation not the rial or toman. I believe in information and informing my readers of what is really going on and connecting the pieces for you so you can better understand and learn.

I wanted to share this article because it is an educational article on a discussion about two ways to set currency rates. We can see that Iran had multiple currency rates and maybe this was not such a good thing for their economy.

So, let’s look deeper into what a “unified currency rate” vs having “a multiple currency rate” is and the pros and cons of each. Read the article! If you remember just weeks ago (around Dec 1^st) one of the Iraqi economists suggested that the solution to the recent rise of the dollar was to have a multiple exchange rate system. Really? If you read this article today, you can clearly see why the CBI is stayed away from such a solution. The CBI has a solution and it’s a massive revaluation of normalization of the dinar and the shift to a new basket of currencies and back to FOREX. That is their plan. The CBI already told us many times already that the monetary reserves and the gold can back up the economy and is a safety net for a major crisis (i.e. Covid era) not minor clinches. Just so you know Iraq has only one (1) official exchange rate. The black market rate is not official and is part of the problem and not sanctioned by the CBI as the free market rate is in Iran. So, in Iran they have what they call a “free market” rate but it is really a legalized black-market rate full of corruption and it allows it to occur. Sad, isn’t it? We can see the impact corruption has on a currency just be studying Iran. For Iraq, the CBI “official rate” is a suppressed rate, a temporary rate, a benchmark, until they can get their act together and normalize the dinar. The CBI made any trading of the dollar outside of the “official rate” illegal. That is the difference between the Iranian free market and the Iraqi black market.

Also remember that when this economist made this suggestion of multiple rates for Iraq it was another knee-jerk reaction to what was really going on to a warped sense of the market. The sudden, temporary spike in the dollar was from the implementation of the SKODA part of ASYCUDA system with limited products for a trial run. It was the first time it was turned on with these custom fees for a limited number of products. The CBI fully expected the spike and knew it was temporary. The CBI did not fall into this trap of a knee-jerk reaction by devaluing the dinar. Many of these silly (and stupid) economists even compared the situation to the COVID years. Many articles flew out by all these economists telling of the danger of what was happening and some silly solutions. The issues never occurred and the rate slowly declined not back to 1310 but better even to 1305. The CBI kept the citizens informed and then articles come out about their independence in making these kind of decisions. They pretty much told these economists to “mind their own business” and to leave the financial management of the country to the experts. They also talked about how speculators could hurt a good economy and so the economists should stop speculating and deal in FACTS.)

The Central Bank of Iraq postponed on Monday the requirement for companies wishing to purchase dollars for importing goods to submit a prior customs declaration until January 2026, with the exception of four specific commodities for which the requirement remains mandatory. This postponement comes after the General Authority of Customs had previously announced that the procedure would be implemented starting Monday, December 1, 2025.

The General Authority of Customs announced the full implementation of the advance customs declaration system at the beginning of next year, to include all imported goods and merchandise.)

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While talk has returned to Iran about monetary policy reforms and the move towards unifying the exchange rate, a report issued by the Planning and Budget Organization shows that the policy of fixing the exchange rate has not only failed to curb inflation, but has also contributed to expanding the circle of rent-seeking and corruption and causing disruptions in production and exports.

In recent days, speculation has resurfaced regarding the initiation of serious reforms to Iran’s exchange rate policies and the government’s move towards adopting a unified exchange rate. While this news has not yet been officially confirmed, the evidence suggests that the continuation of the multiple exchange rate system, instead of curbing inflation and supporting the livelihoods of Iranian families, has become a source of rent-seeking, exacerbated corruption, and disrupted production and exports.

The newspaper “Donya-e-Eqtesad” reported that the Planning and Budget Organization confirmed in a concurrent report that the policy of fixing the exchange rate has not succeeded in controlling prices, but has instead turned into an obstacle to trade procedures in the country.

Some policymakers argue that current conditions do not permit a unified exchange rate, while others believe that multiple exchange rates have failed to curb inflation or support low-income households, instead becoming a mechanism for rent-seeking. Furthermore, global experience shows that economies adopting multiple exchange rate systems are often plagued by high inflation, without any tangible positive impact on their economic performance.

The profit generated by the gap between the official exchange rate (28,500 tomans) and the free market rate (around 132,000 tomans) undoubtedly has beneficiaries who will not easily allow the government to eliminate it. The defense of the multiple exchange rate system by some members of parliament comes at a time when analytical reports from research centers confirm that the preferential currency allocation has failed to control the prices of basic goods.

In the supporting documents for the 2026 budget bill, the Planning and Budget Organization addressed monetary policy and the multiple exchange rate system, outlining its position on the matter. These documents indicated that the monetary policy adopted in Iran, including the preferential exchange rate, the Hall 1 exchange rate, and the Hall 2 exchange rate, has failed to effectively curb the inflationary effects stemming from the high unofficial exchange rate. The documents further stated that achieving economic stability and controlling inflation through monetary policy should focus on achieving sustainable stability in the free exchange market, as fixing preferential exchange rates is an artificial and unrealistic approach.

The report added that the policy of fixing the official exchange rate has become a costly burden on the national economy, particularly on producers and exporters. These costs include weakened exports, increased demand for imports, hindered repatriation of foreign currency earnings from exports, exacerbated capital flight, weakened domestic production, widespread corruption and rent-seeking, and, most importantly, rampant smuggling.

According to some recent studies, the primary reason for the growth in liquidity is attributed to budget deficits and government financial imbalances. In practice, the government is forced to compensate for the budget deficit by printing money and increasing liquidity, which ultimately leads to fluctuations in the exchange rate and higher inflation rates.

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THE EXCHANGE RATE IN IRAQ IS THE FIRST VICTIM OF THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE “ASYCUDA” CUSTOMS AUDIT SYSTEM.

With the start of the implementation of the European audit system “ASYCUDA” in Iraq, the exchange rate of the dollar rose within the parallel market, which economists considered a normal matter in the first stage of implementation. Since the beginning of December, Iraqi markets have witnessed a gradual rise in the exchange rate of the dollar in the parallel market, reaching 1430 dinars after a period of stability in which the dollar reached less than 1390 dinars.

This continuous increase coincides with the entry into full implementation of the European audit system “SKODA” at customs ports, a system that relies on digital tracking and linking customs data with banks, which reduces reduced invoices and non-conforming documents.

Skoda advanced connectivity system

Skoda represents a digital inspection system developed in Europe, a transition from a customs model based on the traditional document to a system that links customs data with banks and ports. Once the system is operational, it is no longer possible to pass goods based on low-value invoices or non-conforming documents. The system fixes the true price of goods according to international databases, matches certificates of origin with transfer movements, and prevents any transaction in which financing transparency is not available.

Economic experts believe that this transitional phase, although a step towards greater transparency and discipline, naturally generates temporary pressures on the market and raises the actual demand for the dollar, especially with the increasing talk about the possibility of tightening banking compliance rules related to foreign transfers.

Dollar exchange rate rise

Financial and banking expert Mahmoud Dagher said that the rise in the dollar exchange rate in the parallel market came after the announcement of the implementation of the ASYCUDA customs system starting from December 1st.

He explained that the current application includes only four goods, namely gold and jewelry, mobile phones, cars and refrigeration equipment, and that the mechanism will be extended to include all goods at the beginning of 2026.

Dagher added that the government may face challenges in implementing the system within the border crossings in northern Iraq, as they do not rely on Skoda, which will hinder the ability of traders there to conduct financial transfers officially, making the market watchful for any reactions that may come during the next stage.

He added that this system created a “temporary duplication” of fees between the old and new systems, which led to additional pressure on the market and short-term effects on the exchange rate.

On the other hand, economic researcher Ali Awad believes that the recent rise in the dollar exchange rate is a natural result of the transitional phase the country is going through with the full implementation of the European customs audit system “Skoda”.

He explained that the market is undergoing a comprehensive restructuring of import costs, which usually leads to a temporary increase in demand for the dollar before prices stabilize at new levels that demonstrate the ability of institutions to manage the transition and secure official channels that comply with the requirements of the new system.

Awad added that there are serious concerns being raised today about possible attempts to sabotage the program.

He pointed out that previous experiences have shown the ability of some influential parties to disrupt customs reform efforts and to thwart similar systems by circumventing procedures or hindering their implementation.

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THE SUDANESE MAN SPEAKS ABOUT A SECOND TERM, ARMS CONTROL, AND AMERICA’S DEALINGS WITH IRAN.

Consider prime minister Mohammed Shia Al-SudaniOn Saturday, he stated that a second term is not a personal ambition but rather the completion of a project. He also pointed out that the agreement to restrict weapons to the state was not the result of a statement from a country or envoy, and revealed that he had advised the American side to deal respectfully with…Iran and to refrain from threats and intimidation.

He said Sudanese In an interview with Al Mayadeen Channel” The citizen expects the result of his participation in the elections to be a change in the level of services, the standard of living and the economy, the imposition of security and stability in the country and the strengthening of his pivotal role.”

He added, “The voter turnout is evidence of the level of satisfaction and confidence in the government’s executive performance, and these reasons motivated citizens to participate widely in the elections,” considering that “our foreign relations are based on self-interest.” Iraq” The Iraqi people are a priority for us, and the sovereignty of the country, its territorial integrity, and the safety of its people are non-negotiable; we will fight for them.”

Al-Sudani noted, “Our relationship with all our Arab brothers is based on a single, consistent standard, without any discrimination. We cherish our deep Arab ties, and our interests with them are commensurate with their engagement with us.” He added, “Our position towards our brothers in Iraq is unwavering.” Lebanon the support and assistance we provided at every stage is part of our duty and an appreciation for their resistance to the treacherous aggression.

He continued, “We have begun the process of opening an office in Lebanon to follow up on Iraq’s contribution to its reconstruction, and this reflects the will and desire of all Iraqis,” noting that “our relationship with Syria, it is ongoing based on a shared strategic interest, and we maintain communication. We have formed a bilateral security coordination committee, which is still operating.

He emphasized that “our relationship with the Islamic Republic of Iran is built on solid foundations, and we share religious, cultural, and social commonalities, in addition to a stance…”Iran “We are with them in the war against ISIS,” he added, “I have not sensed any kind of dictates, interference, or influence from Iran in Iraq’s affairs, and our bilateral relations are on a positive path.”

Regarding relations with US Al-Sudani said, “It has a special status; it is a strategic partner of Iraq and contributed to the downfall of the dictatorial regime and helped us confront ISIS through International coalition. He added, “We worked on organizing the relationship with the United States, both in the security and economic spheres, given the companies and technology they possess, so that Iraq could benefit from their experience.”

He revealed prime minister US administration officials have announced their acceptance of holding a dialogue with the Iranian side in Baghdad especially during the visit of the American envoy Tom Barrack“To Syria and Iraq,” he added, “We advised the American side to deal respectfully with Iran and to refrain from threats and intimidation because negotiations require trust and cannot be conducted under military aggression. Iran has agreed to conduct serious negotiations without dictates or threats, based on trust, and this is a logical viewpoint.”

Regarding the next government, al-Sudani said, “The majority of the forces within the Coordination Framework are keen to form a strong government capable of facing future challenges.” He added, “We are still at a standstill, unable to resolve the selection of the prime minister. Therefore, we presented an initiative to break the deadlock, as a key bloc within the Coordination Framework.” He

also said, “The basis of our initiative is consensus on the selection of the prime minister, establishing clear criteria to facilitate the selection process and the appointment of the person tasked with forming the government. This individual must have the people’s trust, possess successful executive experience, and have a program to address the challenges.”

He also stated that “the agreement to restrict weapons to the state is not the result of a statement from a country, an envoy, or a request, but rather it is part of our government program and one of the upcoming entitlements. All national parties agree on addressing this issue, and within days our armed forces will take control of the Ain base.”Lion“The second term is entirely, and the second phase relates to the Silk Road base,” he stressed, adding that “the second term is not a personal ambition, but rather a readiness to take responsibility and complete a project we started.”

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CALLS TO REMOVE OIL FROM THE BUDGET: A BOLD REFORM PATH OR A GAMBLE THAT COULD UNDERMINE IRAQ’S FINANCIAL STABILITY?

The phrase “oil belongs to the people” has been transformed from a constitutional text that is supposed to establish economic justice and sustainable development, into a slogan that is invoked during crises without actually being reflected in the structure of the Iraqi economy.

After decades of almost complete dependence on oil revenues, questions are mounting about the viability of this model, especially in light of the disruption of productive sectors, the decline of agriculture and industry, and the continued fragility of the budget in the face of fluctuations in oil prices.

As the next year and the upcoming budget discussions approach, the debate resurfaces regarding the meaning of public ownership of oil, the limits of its use, and the possibility of moving towards a diversified economy that reduces dependence on a single resource that has proven to be as much a source of danger as a source of funding.

Experts believe that continuing to link the general budget to oil revenues deepens the structural imbalances in the Iraqi economy and keeps the state hostage to the fluctuations of global markets. They warn that this approach has contributed to weakening the productive sectors, especially industry and agriculture, and has transformed the economy into a rentier model that lacks sustainability. The absence of a clear economic identity and the fluctuation of financial policies have contributed to the mismanagement of public capital, which calls for a review of the philosophy of preparing future budgets and a move towards diversifying sources of income and strengthening non-oil revenues to ensure long-term financial stability.

For his part, economist Abdul Rahman Al-Sheikhli explained that the phrase “oil is the property of the people” in the Iraqi constitution does not mean total dependence on oil revenues to finance the general budget, but rather indicates the people’s ownership of this wealth and the need to manage it in a way that achieves economic sustainability and preserves the rights of future generations.

Sheikhly told Iraq Observer that “the monarchical governments in Iraq did not include oil revenues in the general budget, but rather allocated them for emergencies,” emphasizing that “this approach was more disciplined compared to the financial policies adopted at present.” He added that “Articles 111 and 11 of the Iraqi Constitution clearly stipulate that oil belongs to the people, which means that the general budget must be directed towards relying on non-oil revenues, and oil should not be the primary source for covering operational expenses.”

Al-Sheikhli pointed out that “oil has turned into a liability to the Iraqi economy at the present stage, as a result of the almost complete dependence on it, which has caused a large number of production plants to stop, and the decline of the agricultural sector, on which Iraq was mainly dependent in securing its needs.”

He emphasized that “this dependence has created a fragile economy and stifled production, contributing to the weakening of genuine development opportunities,” calling for “the revitalization of the industrial and agricultural sectors as sustainable sources of national income.” Al-Shaykhli stressed “the necessity for next year’s budget to include a reduction in dependence on oil, limiting it to no more than 49 percent of total revenues, thus ensuring the diversification of income sources and mitigating the risks associated with oil price volatility.” Article (111) of the Constitution of the Republic of Iraq of the year (2005) in force states that “Oil and gas are the property of the Iraqi people in all regions and governorates.”

According to experts, this text is consistent with public international law, which considers natural resources to be the property of the people, not the property of parties or the authorities, and that the state is only a tool for management, distribution, and development.

This is what was emphasized by the resolutions of the United Nations, including its resolution No. (1803) of 14/12/1962 entitled “Permanent Sovereignty over Natural Resources”, which stressed the need to exercise the right of peoples and nations to permanent sovereignty over their wealth and natural resources in accordance with the interest of their national development and the welfare of the people of the state concerned.

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10 THINGS THE CENTRAL BANK OF IRAQ (CBI) SAID ABOUT THE IRAQI DINAR (IQD) IN 2025

28th December 2025 in Iraq Banking & Finance News

1. February 19: CBI’s Dollar Distribution System Among World’s Most Monitored

Following meetings with the US Treasury and Federal Reserve in Dubai, the CBI reported recognition of Iraq’s US dollar distribution system as one of the most monitored and controlled globally, effectively limiting manipulation and illicit dollar outflows. The bank emphasized significant transformation in international transfers aligning with global banking standards.

The CBI urged reliance on official channels for updates and warned against misinformation.

2. February 27: Cash Transactions will Gradually Decline

Ali Mohsen Al-Allaq, Governor of the Central Bank of Iraq (CBI), highlighted significant progress in digital payments, citing an increase in ATMs and e-wallets, which helped boost financial inclusion to 40% from 20% in just two years, supported by CBI initiatives.

He noted that Iraqi banks are undergoing major transformations, adopting internationally accredited financial systems to enhance cross-currency transactions and banking operations. Looking ahead, he envisioned banks shifting from traditional entities to smart digital platforms, issuing digital financial identities to facilitate seamless transactions.

3. May 8: Dinars to Dollars — Official List of Approved Banks

The Central Bank of Iraq (CBI) has announced that pilgrims can purchase dollars through designated banks and companies in Baghdad and other provinces.

4. September 4: CBI Launches Inter-Wallet Money Transfers

The Central Bank announced the launch of inter-wallet money transfer services, enabling individuals and businesses to conduct financial transactions with greater speed and flexibility. The CBI said this development marks a qualitative step in enhancing financial inclusion, supporting digital transformation, facilitating the movement of funds, and strengthening the business sector.

5. November 19: CBI Clarifies Role of Investment Department

The Central Bank issued a statement outlining the role of its Investment Department in supporting exchange rate stability. The department’s objectives focus on maintaining confidence in the dinar.

6. November 21: CBI Issues Detailed Instructions for Exchanging Dinars

The Central Bank issued comprehensive instructions setting out criteria for trading and replacing banknotes, including standards for fit and unfit currency, procedures for damaged notes, and mechanisms for counting and sorting.

7. November 24: CBI Firmly Denies Any Plans to Change Exchange Rate

The Central Bank rejected rumours of a possible exchange rate modification, calling such speculation aimed at disrupting markets and undermining economic stability. The bank confirmed there is no intention whatsoever to amend the exchange rate of the Iraqi dinar.

8. December 2: Digital Dinar Under Development; Exchange Rate Not a Fiscal Tool

Governor Ali Mohsen Al-Alaq stated that the digital dinar project is under implementation, but requires time and robust infrastructure before launch. He stressed that the exchange rate should not be used as a tool to address structural fiscal gaps, warning that a devaluation of the dinar would harm low-income groups and erode confidence in the currency.

9. December 17: Currency Supply Reduced by 5.5%

The CBI reported a 5.5 percent decline in currency issued during the third quarter of 2025, falling to 99,681 billion Iraqi dinars from 104,127 billion Iraqi dinars in the same period of 2024.

10. December 18: Inflation Drops to Historic Lows

The Central Bank of Iraq (CBI) reported that Iraq’s inflation rate fell to -0.8 percent in the third quarter of 2025, down from 3.5 percent in the same period of 2024

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GOVERNMENT DIRECTIVES TO UPDATE CUSTOMS PROCEDURES AND IMPLEMENT ASYCUDA AT ALL PORTS OF ENTRY

The head of the Border Ports Authority, Lieutenant General Omar Adnan Al-Waili, stressed on Saturday the importance of successfully implementing governance and sustaining development and modernization projects, which will contribute to facilitating trade and improving procedures at border crossings.

A statement from the Border Ports Authority said, “Al-Waili chaired an emergency meeting that included the directors of the border ports and customs centers, in the presence of the Director General of the General Authority of Customs, Thamer Qasim Dawood, the director of the ASYCUDA program in customs, in addition to a representative of the Federation of Chambers of Commerce.”

The statement explained that the meeting discussed the recommendations of the committee of Diwani Order No. (613) of 2025, especially regarding the new pricing, deduction of tax through the ASYCUDA system, as well as the application of the pre-customs declaration system to all goods entering the country starting from January 1, 2026.

He noted that the Director General of Customs provided a detailed explanation of the procedures that customs centers must implement directly, stressing the need to adhere to accuracy and responsibility, prevent any cases of manipulation, and work to maximize revenues.

The meeting also included a presentation by ASYCUDA Program Director Mohammed Mazen, during which he reviewed the mechanisms for implementing the advance customs declaration, instructions for financial transfers through approved banks, in addition to discussing the private sector’s observations regarding all the recommendations issued.

At the conclusion of the meeting, the head of the Border Ports Authority stressed the need to successfully implement governance and continue development and modernization processes at all border ports, in order to facilitate trade exchange procedures, achieve the public interest of the state, and meet the aspirations of citizens.

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Monday’s Parliament: The “Key” To The Three Presidencies And The Gateway To Drawing The Map Of Power In Iraq

(As I post this article its Monday morning in Germany, the first phase of the appointing the three presidencies is done. See next article.)

All eyes will be on Monday (December 29, 2025) on a parliamentary session described as the most sensitive since the start of the recent political elections, not only because it will put the parliament in control of its presidency, but also because it represents an early gateway to determining the direction of the three presidencies, and an initial test of the blocs’ ability to produce a balanced settlement before moving on to more weighty issues related to the formation of the government, the cabinet, and the course of agreements within the state.

Why is tomorrow’s session crucial?

Rebin Salam, a member of the Kurdistan Democratic Party, said that tomorrow’s session is a historic and pivotal moment in the course of the political process in Iraq, both internally regarding the formation of the cabinet and in taking the first step to determine the three presidencies.

Salam explained in an exclusive interview with “Baghdad Today” that tomorrow’s session is the most complex compared to the rest of the political entitlements, because it is dedicated, according to the Iraqi constitution, to choosing the presidential body of the House of Representatives, and not just the Speaker of the House, indicating that the selection of this body is directly linked to the entitlements of the other components, and is not limited to the Sunni component.

Background to the session: A full presidential body, not just one position.

The sensitivity of the session is highlighted by the fact that it does not decide on a single position, but rather draws up a complete structure within the legislative institution through the election of the president and his two deputies, which makes it a pivotal point for subsequent paths, because the confirmation of the parliament’s presidency often reflects on the form of consensus regarding the other two sovereign positions in the state, and turns the vote into a political signal that goes beyond the parliament hall towards the entire map of power.

According to Salam, the complexity of the session is not due to the names alone, but rather to the fact that the “Presidency Body” is linked to the balances of the components, the arrangements of the blocs, and what it may open up to in terms of mutual demands when moving to the presidency of the Republic and the premiership, which makes any detail within Parliament counted within a broader basket of calculations.

The most prominent issue: First Deputy and Second Deputy

Salam pointed out that the main problem lies in choosing the first and second deputy speakers of the House of Representatives, as they constitute the most prominent obstacle in this entitlement, noting that the position of second deputy is currently occupied by Shakhwan Abdullah, who belongs to the Kurdistan Democratic Party, at a time when it is likely that the position of President of the Republic will be allocated to the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan, which adds more complexity to the scene.

In this context, the issue of the two deputies turns into a double balancing test: a balance within the parliament related to the distribution of influence within the presidency, and another balance related to what will become of the “basket of entitlements” at the state level, especially within the Kurdish house, with the likelihood of the presidency going to the Patriotic Union, in contrast to the Democratic Party’s adherence to its position within the parliament’s presidency.

Other blocs’ positions: Sensitivity to combining positions

Salam added that the distribution of these positions is also linked to the positions of other political blocs, including the Development and Reconstruction bloc, which does not tend to combine the premiership and the first deputy speaker of parliament within one political entity, which makes the consensus process more complicated and sensitive, because the dispute here is not about one position in isolation from others, but rather about the shape of the balance within the authority, and the limits of concentrating the decision in one entity.

What will the session reveal?

Salam concluded by saying that the outcomes of tomorrow’s session will reveal the features of the next stage and clearly define the political path for the other two sovereign positions in the state, namely the presidency and the second position in the Iraqi power pyramid, indicating that what will happen inside the parliament will not remain limited to electing the council’s leadership, but will turn into an indicator of the direction of future settlements, either the beginning of a smooth understanding process, or the beginning of a complication that extends to the rest of the entitlements.

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THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ELECTS HEBAT AL-HALBOUSI AS ITS SPEAKER.

The voting process to elect the Speaker of the House of Representatives has concluded.

The Media Department of the House of Representatives announced today, Monday, the end of the voting process to elect the Speaker of the House of Representatives.

The media office said in a statement received by Al-Furat News, “The voting process to elect the Speaker of Parliament ended a short while ago.”

The oldest member of parliament, MP Amer Al-Fayez, had announced earlier on Monday the start of voting to elect the Speaker of the House of Representatives, with the candidates for the position being:

1. MP Amer Abdul-Jabbar

2. MP Salem Al-Issawi

3. MP Hebat Al-Halbousi

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PARLIAMENTARY DIVISION PRECEDES SWEARING-IN SESSION; VOTE ON PARLIAMENTARY SPEAKER ENTERS A PHASE OF CONTROVERSY.

A parliamentary source revealed on Monday that there is a clear division within the Iraqi parliament, ahead of the swearing-in session, regarding the election of the parliament’s leadership.

He added that “the division is not limited to the House of Representatives, but also extends to the National Political Council and the Coordination Framework, where positions regarding the position of Speaker of Parliament are divided between a group that supports Hebat al-Halbousi, and another that supports Muthanna al-Samarrai.”

The source indicated that the disputes also extend to the position of First Deputy Speaker of Parliament, particularly within the coordination framework, as the following are competing for the position: Yasser Al-Maliki, candidate of the State of Law Coalition; Adnan Faihan, candidate of Asaib Ahl Al-Haq and current Governor of Babylon and winner in the elections; Mohsen Al-Mandalawi; and Ahmed Al-Asadi, candidate of the Reconstruction and Development Coalition and current Minister of Labor and Social Affairs.

He explained that “the competition for the position of second deputy speaker of parliament is limited to two candidates, namely Shakhwan Abdullah from the Kurdistan Democratic Party, and Ribwar Karim from the Position Bloc,” indicating that “the majority of the deputies of the political blocs tend to renew confidence in Shakhwan Abdullah to assume the position.”

The Iraqi parliament is scheduled to hold its first session on Monday, its sixth session, which includes two items on its agenda: the first is the swearing-in of the new members, and the second is the election of the Speaker of Parliament and his two deputies, according to a statement issued by the parliament’s media department.

The Presidency of the House of Representatives consists of a Speaker and two Deputy Speakers, who manage the legislative sessions and organize the work of the Council. According to the political traditions followed after 2003, the position of Speaker of Parliament is allocated to the Sunni component, the First Deputy Speaker to the Shiite component, and the Second Deputy Speaker to the Kurdish component.

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LAUNCHING THE 2026–2028 SECURITIES STRATEGY TO TRANSFORM IRAQ INTO A REGIONAL FINANCIAL CENTER

He stressed that this strategy is in line with the government’s directions towards economic reform and revitalizing the financial sector, indicating that the Authority will work to implement its phases according to well-studied timetables and in cooperation with local and international partners in order to ensure a qualitative leap in the performance of the Iraqi financial market.

(😊 I certainly hope this strategy includes the reinstatement of the Iraq dinar.)

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SOURCES CLOSE TO THE WHITE HOUSE: TRUMP’S ENVOY NOW HAS A CLEAR PLAN FOR THE PRIORITIES OF DIALOGUE WITH THE NEW IRAQI GOVERNMENT.

Sources close to the White House said that US President Donald Trump’s envoy to Iraq, Mark Savaya, will visit Baghdad and Erbil in the north of the country early next year, in his first visit since his appointment, explaining that Savaya now has a clear plan for the priorities of dialogue with officials of the central government in Baghdad and the Kurdistan Regional Government of Iraq.

Sources close to the White House explained that Savaya’s meeting with Trump at the president’s family resort in Florida focused particularly on the Trump administration’s demands of the Baghdad government, especially after a number of Iraqi Shiite factions announced their willingness to relinquish their weapons and place their arms and personnel under the authority of the central security forces in Baghdad. However, the process is not yet complete, due to the refusal of at least two factions and several Shiite elements to accept the new reality.

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TEHRAN WELCOMES IRAQI MEDIATION FOR NEGOTIATIONS WITH WASHINGTON

Iran’s Foreign Ministry on Monday welcomed Iraqi mediation to revive bilateral negotiations between Tehran and Washington.

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Ismail Baghaei said that Iraq’s interest and role in issues related to peace and stability in the region is appreciated, while stressing that launching any negotiation process between Iran and the United States requires a genuine commitment from the parties involved to the norms and etiquette of negotiation.

Baqai explained that “the concern of our friends in Iraq regarding regional stability, just as Iran is concerned about the stability of its surroundings, is something that deserves praise,” noting that Iraq, as a neighboring, Muslim, and friendly country, is keen to follow developments in the region.

In response to a question about Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani’s statements regarding seeking a bilateral meeting between Tehran and Washington in Baghdad, as well as media reports about new American attempts to open channels of negotiation with Iran, the Foreign Ministry spokesman said that Tehran “has always welcomed the good offices of countries in the region to help reduce tensions.”

Baqai stressed that the experiences witnessed in the region during the past five or six months have clearly shown that “starting any negotiation process requires the parties to adhere to the rules of negotiation,” emphasizing that “as long as these conditions are not available, talking about the formation of a realistic negotiation track remains inaccurate.”

He noted that Iran is “committed to diplomacy as a tool for defending national interests,” stressing that Tehran “will not hesitate to use this path whenever it sees it as an effective and worthwhile tool.”

Outgoing Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani confirmed on Saturday evening that there were “current” efforts to hold negotiations between America and Iran in the capital, Baghdad, during a televised interview with the Lebanese channel “Al-Mayadeen”.

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The upcoming arsenal of sanctions

TRUMP’S FORTUNE TELLER PROMISES IRAQIS “DAYS THEY HAVE NEVER SEEN BEFORE,” AND THE FACTIONS RESPOND FROM PARLIAMENT: “WELCOME TO DEATH!”

As the Iraqi parliament held its first session, electing a deputy speaker affiliated with the factions, Washington was simultaneously outlining an unprecedented punitive strategy. Former Trump advisor Gabriel Souma, described as an “expert on the inner workings of the White House and Trump’s policies,” went so far as to warn of a potential moment when Iraqis might find themselves buying the equivalent of one dollar for “five bags” of Iraqi dinars. Between this catastrophic scenario and a parliament where a member of Kataib Hezbollah declared his “loyalty to the Popular Mobilization Forces” and vowed to pass the PMF law despite Washington’s opposition, Iraq appears to be heading toward a difficult test: an economy beholden to the dollar and a legislative body openly defying American demands.

Gabriel Souma: The prophecy of sanctions and the potential “night of collapse”

Gabriel Souma is not merely a political commentator; he has long been presented as a professor of international law and an expert on Middle Eastern affairs. He served on President Donald Trump’s advisory team during the previous term and participated in sensitive discussions concerning the legality of US strikes in Iraq and Iran, as well as Washington’s financial and punitive policies in the region. When he speaks today in such definitive terms about “unprecedented measures” that Iraq will face if Mark Savaya fails to implement Trump’s demands in Baghdad, he is reflecting the prevailing mood within the president’s inner circle more than offering a cold, academic analysis.

When Souma says that Savaya “represents Trump 100%, and 99% is unacceptable,” he is outlining the limits of his mandate: a special envoy with no room to maneuver outside the rigid script, at a time when the White House is brandishing options ranging from strangling dollar channels through the Federal Reserve, to broader restrictions on the banking and energy sectors, culminating in a near-siege if Baghdad decides to fully align itself with the factions. This posturing is consistent with the general trajectory of Trump’s current strategy toward Iraq and Iran, which relies on escalating sanctions and financial pressure rather than large-scale military engagement, while using the threat of cutting aid and reconsidering oil waivers as a continuous bargaining chip.

In this context, the image of “Iraqis buying one dollar for five bags of Iraqi currency” is not so much a literal economic prediction as it is a crude metaphor for the possibility of an exchange rate spiral out of control and a collapse in purchasing power, if Washington decides to use its entire arsenal of financial pressure all at once against a country that depends almost entirely on the dollar to finance its trade and banking system.

Mark Savaya: Envoy of the tough deal between the White House and Baghdad

Mark Savaya himself is not a traditional diplomat. An Iraqi-American businessman of Chaldean descent, he rose from the retail and medical cannabis industries in Michigan to become Trump’s special envoy to Iraq in October 2015, a move widely interpreted as a shift by the president toward “deal-making diplomacy” rather than classical diplomatic hierarchy. His writings and public pronouncements reveal a clear inclination to use economic and financial tools to reshape the relationship with Baghdad: encouraging investment and infrastructure development on the one hand, and linking any concessions or exemptions to Iraq’s commitment to curbing the influence of Iran and its armed factions on the other.

From this perspective, Savaya becomes a dangerous link: if he succeeds in persuading Iraqi political forces—especially the Shia ones—to accept a “settlement” that subjects the factions to state authority and freezes any move to legally enshrine them as a parallel power, the specter of maximum sanctions may recede. However, if he fails, as Souma warns, the very mandate he carries from Trump could easily be transformed into an indictment against Baghdad before the American sanctions machine.

A parliament with a declared populist bias… when the logic of defiance prevails

In contrast, the factional forces are acting as if they are seizing a moment of power within the new parliament. The election of a first deputy speaker from one of the Shiite armed groups, classified by the US as an “Iranian-backed group,” has raised clear concerns in Western analyses, which saw this move as a message that the Baghdad legislature is leaning more towards the Popular Mobilization Forces camp, at a time when US pressure is mounting on the issue of the Popular Mobilization Forces and its laws.

At the heart of this mood comes the statement by MP Hussein Mounes, leader of the “Rights” movement, which is close to Kataib Hezbollah, who frankly declared that “Parliament is biased towards the Popular Mobilization Forces” (PMF), and that the PMF law will be passed this time despite American reservations. This is a reference to the law that Washington sought to obstruct in the previous parliamentary session through direct pressure on the Prime Minister and the leaders of influential Shiite blocs. Hussein Mounes himself is not an ordinary name; he has been presented for years as the political face of Kataib Hezbollah and a contender within the Shiite political establishment for the representation of a “resistance” that sees its full institutional integration within the state as a guarantee for the continuation of its armed-political project.

The most vehement pronouncements come from within other alliances close to the factions, where Badr Organization MP Abu Turab al-Tamimi declares, “We are not concerned with pressure. We are 90 MPs, and we don’t care about America or what it wants. If it threatens us with death, then so be it.” This rhetoric, with its defiant tone, expresses a firm conviction among a segment of the political class that any retreat on the issue of the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) would constitute a strategic concession to both Washington and Tehran, weakening these forces’ ability to assert their share in both the state and the economy.

The crowd control law: between Marco Rubio’s message and the new “pass promise”

The clash over the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) law is not new, but its current level is different. When the draft “Law on Service and Retirement for the Mujahideen of the Popular Mobilization Forces” was introduced in 2025, along with subsequent proposals to regulate the PMF, the issue became one of the most sensitive between Baghdad and Washington. Leaked US messages and phone calls revealed direct warnings from Secretary of State and National Security Advisor Marco Rubio to Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, stating that passing the law would be interpreted in Washington as “formally enshrining the influence of Iran and its factions” within the state structure, with the threat of sanctions targeting the energy and security sectors and potentially a review of military and financial aid.

Under this pressure, and with internal division even within the Shiite bloc regarding the timing and form of the law, the government withdrew the draft from the parliament’s agenda at the end of the summer of 2025, after weeks of postponed sessions and sharp disagreements, in a scene that looked like at least a tactical American victory, and a postponement of the final clash rather than a real settlement.

Today, when a member of parliament close to Kataib Hezbollah declares that parliament, given its current leanings, “will pass the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) law,” he is effectively pledging to reopen the same issue, but from a position of numerical strength within parliament and with political momentum stemming from the election of a new president and a shift in the balance of power within Shia alliances. This pledge is not interpreted in Washington as a technical legal dispute, but rather as a direct test of the seriousness of Trump and his team’s threats, just as it leaves his envoy, Savaya, a narrow margin for negotiation before these “pressure tactics” become a reality.

The potential dollar war: from the weapon of sanctions to the nightmare of the street

What Soma is threatening in terms of “unprecedented measures” does not come out of thin air. Over the past few months, Washington has sent more than one indication of its readiness to use the economic weapon gradually and extensively against Iraq: issuing warnings about mixing Iranian funds with the Iraqi financial cycle, talking about a series of escalating sanctions on factions, figures and banks under the umbrella of a new presidential memorandum, and threatening to restrict Iraq’s access to the dollar if it continues to harbor groups that Washington classifies as “terrorist organizations” or “arms of the Revolutionary Guard”.

In a worst-case scenario, one can imagine a package of measures beginning with tightening restrictions on the currency auction and correspondent banking transfers, moving through the inclusion of new Iraqi banks on sanctions lists, and culminating in reducing exemptions for importing gas and electricity from Iran, and perhaps even reopening the file on “partial sanctions” on specific sectors—a modified version of the 1990s experience, but with more precise and less publicized financial tools. In such a scenario, the image of “five bags of Iraqi dinars for one dollar” becomes an exaggerated expression of a possible reality: a sharp collapse in the value of the dinar, inflation that devours salaries, and a middle class that vanishes within a few months.

Conversely, the Popular Mobilization Forces and their allies are betting that Washington cannot go so far as to impose a complete blockade, because Iraq remains essential to global energy markets and regional stability, and any total collapse would create a vacuum that would be exploited by powers rivaling the United States, from Iran to China and Russia. However, this bet, while containing a degree of geopolitical realism, overlooks the fact that what the Trump administration is currently threatening are sanctions “broad enough to discipline Baghdad, without reaching the point of its complete collapse”—a level that alone would be sufficient to cause an unprecedented social and economic shock in a country that has barely emerged from the currency crises of recent years.

From the slogan “Welcome to death” to the question: Who pays the price?

In the end, the scene as it appears today looks like a race towards the brink. A Trump advisor is waving before the Iraqis the image of an economy collapsing overnight if the factions are not disarmed according to American conditions, a special envoy has a full mandate to conclude a harsh “deal” with Baghdad, a new parliament whose leaders boast that their “inclination is towards the Popular Mobilization Forces” and that they are ready to pass the Popular Mobilization Forces law defying Washington’s pressure, and a deputy sums up the mood with a speech: “We don’t care about America… If they threaten us with death, then welcome death.”

Amid these slogans and threats, the voice of the only party that has no real choice is absent: the Iraqi citizen who will wake up, in the worst-case scenario, to eroding salaries, collapsing purchasing power, a frozen labor market, a country caught between Washington and Tehran, and a parliament negotiating the future of weapons while the currency plummets.

The question that arises here is not only: Will Trump really dare to push Iraq to the brink of economic collapse if Parliament deliberately enshrines the Popular Mobilization Forces by force of law? But also: Do the “Popular Mobilization Forces” within the Parliament realize that their bet on challenging Washington to the end may make the slogan “Welcome to death” approach people’s daily lives, not as a choice of resistance, but as a reality of poverty, deprivation, and a dead end?

At a moment like this, it seems that Iraq is indeed standing on a sharp dividing line between the “dollar war” and the “war of laws,” where a single signature in the White House, or a single vote under the dome of Parliament, may determine the course that the coming years will take: a difficult and painful path of settlement, or an open path of confrontation, the price of which will be paid first and foremost by the Iraqi street.

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TRUMP’S ENVOY BEGINS 2026 WITH A STRONG MESSAGE TO THOSE WHO “WROUGHT HAVOC IN IRAQ”: YOUR TIME IS UP. HE OUTLINED A LIST OF 18 OBJECTIVES.

Mark Savaya, US President Donald Trump’s envoy to Iraq, sent a congratulatory message to the Iraqi people on the occasion of welcoming the year 2026, in which he expressed his wishes for peace, unity and renewed hope.

In his message, which he published in Arabic and English via his account on the X platform, Savaya said: “To the people of Iraq, as we welcome the year 2026, I extend to you my sincerest wishes for peace, unity, and renewed hope. Your strength and resilience are an inspiration to the world,” adding that “the new year will bring better opportunities, stability, and a brighter future for all Iraqis.”

The US envoy affirmed that work will continue with the government of the Republic of Iraq within the framework of the Iraqi constitution and law, in order to secure a bright future for Iraq and its people, expressing his hope that 2026 will be the year of the end of instability, the plundering of the country’s wealth, poor services, uncontrolled weapons, smuggling, unemployment, militias, money laundering, corruption, poverty, foreign interference, and all other manifestations of injustice and circumvention of the law.

Savaya concluded his message by saying, “We are still at the beginning.

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MP: THE CURRENT PARLIAMENT WILL ENACT IMPORTANT LAWS, MOST NOTABLY THE ONE CONCERNING THE POPULAR MOBILIZATION FORCES

MP Hassan Shaker confirmed on Thursday that the upcoming period will witness the passage of a number of important laws within the Council of Representatives, foremost among them the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) Law, noting that these laws represent a top priority for the new parliament.

Shaker told the Information Agency that “Parliament will work to pass laws that serve the segments of society that have made sacrifices, foremost among them the PMF and the security forces,” explaining that “enacting these laws will strengthen the rights of the fighters and grant them privileges commensurate with the magnitude of their sacrifices.”

He added that “the Council bears a great responsibility in completing these laws, along with other reform and service-oriented laws,” stressing that “their passage will constitute an important step in strengthening political and social stability.”

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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

December 4, 2025 Edition Latest Mnt Goat Newsletter

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December 4, 2025 Mnt Goat News Brief

Guten Tag everyone:

Bringing you more news. The road to the RV.

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2 Corinthians 9:10

“Now he who supplies seed to the Sower and bread for food will also supply and increase your store of seed and will enlarge the harvest of your righteousness”

STATUS OF THE RV

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No! There is no RV or Reinstatement of the Iraqi dinar yet. There are NO newer smaller category notes issued or pictures even shown to anyone yet by the CBI and that includes the 10 and 50 categories. This is per my CBI contact.

Don’t let these intel gurus or internet idiots fool you with their hyped-up sites. They only want your clickity-clicks. We don’t need rumors or bank stories. We don’t need three letter agency lies. We have FACTS and so let the FACTS speak for themselves.

If I were you, I would keep the champagne in the frig. The show is not over until the fat lady at the circus sings….. lol.. lol.. 😊 It is early December and the CBI may still go ahead with removing the zeros in time for a January release. Oh… but remember it does not have to happen exactly on January 1^st as there are thirty-one days in the month. They could also change the plan and remove the zeros in early January and release in late January. There are options.

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I wish I could tell everyone to go to the bank and exchange your dinar today, but this is simply not going to be the case. We must realize that the CBI is working on one track, the GOI on another, and some can even say Kurdistan on yet another. So, let’s explore each track and learn more today how close we are to the RV.

I need everyone to listen carefully to the introduction AUDIO when you clicked on the blog today. It plays automatically.

We are not yet out of the proverbial ‘dog haus’ yet with this RV. All the messages we are getting from the CBI now tell us that January 2026 is still a target for the reinstatement. I have some doubts but they are still insistent. I try not to let this news prejudice me too much as I like to see all of it backed up with more evidence. Yes, there is evidence too but there are also issues that must be worked out for the U.S. to allow it to progress. There are security concerns with Iran, but we all already know this, don’t we? You can refresh yourself on the list of the five issues in the September 16th Newsletter. So, what is the current news? Once again it evolves around these five (5) issues. Surprise! Surprise!

New details have emerged about the framework talks for selecting a prime minister, and this is the American position. Former MP, Abdul Hadi Al-Saadawi, revealed new details about the coordination framework talks for selecting the next prime minister, clarifying the American position on the new government.

Al-Saadawi said, during his appearance on the “Free Talk” program on Al-Furat satellite channel, that: “The regional and international situation is putting pressure on Iraq, especially since the next government is different from its predecessors as a result of political agreements, despite the relative calm in the scene.”

He explained that “political agreements are proceeding as agreed, and there are no fundamental disagreements, and the candidate for the premiership will be from the coordination framework without putting forward a consensus president or a candidate from a small bloc,” indicating that “six names have been submitted so far, but Mohammed Shia al-Sudani has the greatest chance for a second term.”

Raise the official rate of the dinar?

Once again, I want to come on and explain what it really means when there are numerous recent news articles on this subject matter of “increasing the rate of the dinar”. What they are currently talking about we don’t want. Get it? They literally mean to increase the official rate from 1320 to 1400+ which is a devaluation not a revaluation. When Mohammed Saleh, the prime minister’s financial advisor speaks I listen.

Here is the TRUTH of what is going on: The recent rise in Iraq’s parallel-market dollar rate is a temporary fluctuation driven by rumor-based “colored noise,” not a sign of structural pressure on the dinar, Saleh, said on Wednesday. Speaking with Shafaq News, Saleh explained that distorted information circulating in informal channels triggered short-term speculative behavior. Such volatility, he noted, often intensifies during transitional periods, including the post-election phase and the government’s move toward stricter customs governance and digital tracking systems meant to align trade procedures with global standards. So, I just wanted to warn everyone when seeing these articles. There are notorious people trying to manipulate the dinar in a bad way. Go figure!

You might want to peek at the recent article titled “THE US EMBASSY IN BAGHDAD: WE ARE COORDINATING WITH KURDISTAN AGAINST “MALICIOUS” ENTITIES TARGETING IRAQ’S STABILITY” in the Articles Section.

This does not exclude the revaluation we are looking for coming soon, and in fact it supports it, since the dinar is not losing value. There are just a few more hurdles Iraq must get over. Yes, there are structural issues that need to be addressed not financial or debt issues within Iraq and the CBI has made this very clear on many recent occasions. Oh… glad I clarified this from all the bullshit out there😊 .

So, the U.S. ambassador is now in Iraq and the U.S. president’s envoy Savoy is due to arrive soon. What will they talk about? Seems to me this should already be utmost on the minds of all my readers of what they will be talking about as it is going to be about the demands of the U.S. for security concerns with the Iranian backed militias still stationed in Iraq. The message is still the same – get them the hell out of Iraq! I know I am being a bit dramatic but that is basically the message and I can even hear president Trump saying these exact words. How are U.S. companies or even western tourists going to come to Iraq and see Iranian armed forces walking the streets. Or even worst pass by Iran held military bases.

Let’s take a peek at one specific article titled “THE CENTRAL BANK WANTS TO SOLVE THE CASH PROBLEM“. In the article it says and I quote – “the 250, 500 and 1000 Iraqi dinars are the least traded in the market, banks and currency dealers’ markets, and in some places are not accepted, so the small amount of money has accumulated among citizens. ” Why did the CBI concentrate so much on pushing out these lower denominations over the last decade? They did this to prevent inflation as these notes can be used to make change for the larger three zero notes when making a store purchase. If they can’t make change then the cost of the sale goes up beyond the true value of the object. This causes inflation. Look at the same way in the western world if we didn’t have coins or smaller denominations and only used 50 and 100 dollar bills. How would the stores make change? Iraq only survives mostly today because of the pressure for direct deposit of salaries forced on them by the govt and the use of the debt card for purchases. Yes, Iraqis are learning the convenience of the using the cards as in the western economies. It has taken hold. But now how do you collect these 1000, 500 and 250 notes since the citizens are using debt cards and forget about these rolls of lower notes at home? Has the situation even worsened now?

Like you and me might do someday, when our can of pocket change gets too high, we roll the coins and take them to the bank.

The problem arises in that when these lower notes then accumulate in the hands of the shopper, the merchants also don’t want these rolls of these lower denominations from the consumer to purchase items or the citizen simply does not want to carry these large rolls of bills around with them to shop. What do they do then?

They just stash them at home somewhere and forget about them just as you and I would throw coins in a jar from our pockets when we arrived home from shopping, and forget about them. Remember that the 1000 dinar is like a 1 dinar note the 500 is like a 50 fils piece and the 250 is like a 25 fils or a quarter of a 1000 note. So, after decades of this collection, like our large jars of coins, the Iraqis too have large piles of these smaller notes laying around. Overtime most merchants can’t be bothered or don’t want to deal with them even since they are liking the electronic point of sale machines. Who can be bothered with all these lower notes? Yes, this is at the heart of the issue why the citizens have not yet deposited this money in the banks. This always goes back to the point of raising the value of the dinar and who wants these lower denominations without it.

What is the CBI going to do to try to bring in these notes to the bank?

It is not a matter of just the citizen having these stashes at home but also the merchant’s refusal to take these notes on a sale. They prefer the electronic sales or the larger three zero notes. So, the Central Bank of Iraq (CBI) had earlier said it had a shortage of cash, one of the reasons being the deterioration of the balance between the currencies, so they recently issued new guidelines and all merchants must deal with all types of Iraqi dinar denominations. Let’s see if this new strategy works…. I am skeptical it will not fix it… lol..lol..lol.. The CBI has to raise the rate of the dinar to incentive the citizens to act. Why should they do it now?

What does the “deterioration of balance” mean?

It means that the distribution of notes between the many dinar denominations of out of balance as far as being in circulation. The hordes of notes in the homes or businesses creates this situation. Yes, they are technically still in circulation and part of the monetar mass but out of circulation as far as the banks are concerned. This causes the lack of liquidity issue. This money is not available to anyone.

😊I really like this article titled “THE CENTRAL BANK REASSURES: COMPREHENSIVE REFORMS AND A SWIFT RETURN OF BANKS DEPRIVED OF DOLLARS.” It is telling us that soon the banking reform project will conclude and things may get back to normal, but the new norm. Remember that this was one layer of dollars supporting the parallel black market.

Update on the Iraqi election cycle:

What we do know for damn sure is that there is not going to be a reinstatement of the dinar unless they have a stable government in place. Some say that the caretaker government is a stable government much like the US president newly elected in November does not take office until January. There is a continuity of government until that time. So, Iraq has the same. Al-Sudani is the still the prime minister until a new minister is appointed. The question is will he serve a second term not that they are without a leader. The real problem arises when it takes too long to decide the top three govt positions is that parliament is suspended during the election, meaning no legislation can be decided.

So far with all the ‘real” news from Iraq such as in the articles titled ” TRUMP IS THE HERO OF THE BAGHDAD STREET… IRAQIS TELL RUDAW: WE AWAIT THE US PRESIDENT’S DECISION” we can see that the US president Trump favors Al-Sudani. Why would he not? Just look at the progress. Also the fact he won the popular vote. In the news we find that the citizens are not optimistic about the choices made by the Coordination Framework, believing that it “will nominate one of its members or someone close to it, who will be no different from al-Sudani’s predecessors. These are the prevailing opinions we heard from Iraqis here in the capital, Baghdad. Rudaw Media Network surveyed the opinions of some Baghdad residents from various professions about their expectations regarding the new head of government. It became clear that US President Donald Trump is the “hero of the street,” and that they are waiting for his decisions and actions to intervene this time to choose “a just, honest, and strong prime minister who will resolve most of the outstanding issues.

Then govt official retires with an astronomical pension. Where is the justice? Where is their concern for the people? Seems the Trump movement from America is moving to the middle east…. 😊 I think everyone knows exactly what I mean and what the Iraqi people mean in the article. They give examples of a few families and their hardships. Folks this has to change in Iraq and in the U.S. The politicians by nature of their control get paid way too much, way too many benefits and perks at the expense of the average person and their welfare. Do they really go into politics to serves or to get rich?

😊In the article titled “MS ITS COMMITMENT TO WORKING WITH IRAQ” we find that US Deputy Secretary of State Michael Regas called on Iraq on Wednesday to dismantle “Iranian militias” that are causing instability in the region and harming Iraqis, stressing in a speech during the opening of the new US consulate building in Erbil that his country is committed to working closely with Iraqi partners on common interests. “We encourage Iraqis and Kurds to dismantle the Iranian militias that destabilize the region and harm Iraqis“. I am afraid the U.S. is not going to let this issue slide.

😊In the article titled ” THE REGIONAL GOVERNMENT’S PRESIDENT: WE SUPPORT TRUMP’S POLICY OF ACHIEVING PEACE THROUGH STRENGTH.” On Thursday, the Prime Minister of the Kurdistan Region, Masrour Barzani, expressed the region’s support for US President Donald Trump’s policy of achieving peace through strength, while stating that the new US consulate in Erbil is a “strong hold”.

😊In the following article we learn that there is a timetable to complete the Banking Reform Plan. Is this timetable January 1, 2026? There is cause to believe it is since they talked about having all the banks private and public implemented on the plan by this period. Coincidental? See article titled “SAMIR AL-NASSIRI: THE BANKING REFORM PLAN IS BEING IMPLEMENTED SUCCESSFULLY ACCORDING TO ITS TIMETABLE.” Banking consultant and expert Samir Al-Nassiri confirmed that the Central Bank, Oliver Wyman, and other banks are continuing to implement the standards of the banking reform plan in partnership and daily coordination, according to the plan’s timeline, which was launched on April 7, 2025.

Yet more proof of a timetable is this article titled “THE CENTRAL BANK REASSURES: COMPREHENSIVE REFORMS AND A SWIFT RETURN OF BANKS DEPRIVED OF DOLLARS.” In the article the CBI says “with the aim of implementing comprehensive reforms that ensure their compliance with international standards, noting that there are assurances that those banks will return to their normal environment after the completion of the reform stages.

The statement added that all Iraqi banks have signed the reform document, indicating that compliant banks will be granted the ability to deal in other currencies in gradual steps, while confirming that international bodies are directly monitoring the progress of work on this file. He added that the digital dinar project is still under implementation and requires time and integrated infrastructure before it can be officially launched. so, we may or may not see the digital dinar on January 1st.

So here is yet more proof in this article there is NOT going to be a devaluation of the dinar and probably just the opposite in the near future – a revaluation. “The bank noted that Al-Alaq reiterated the commitment to maintaining overall price stability by fixing the exchange rate and keeping inflation at low levels, warning that reducing the dinar’s exchange rate would have negative repercussions on low-income groups and weaken confidence in the national currency.”

Iranian Militias:

I can’t end the RV Status today without reiterating that the Iranian militias are a problem and must be dealt with. Please see recent article titled “WASHINGTON CALLS ON BAGHDAD TO DISMANTLE “IRANIAN MILITIAS” AND AFFIRMS ITS COMMITMENT TO WORKING WITH IRAQ“. However do they need to do all this ‘dismantling’ prior to the reinstatement or just have a solid, agreed upon plan in place? All we can do is pray that this is the case of having a plan in place, committed to and then let the RV go.

Having read my RV Status for this period when do you think the RV will happen?

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

Just the FACTS!

PRAYING WITH SINCERITY

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

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

Prophetic Words from prophet: Julie Green

“Your Intelligence Community Is Being Shaken Like Never Before”

You can start watching the video at the 13:38 mark. From Nov29th.

“Martial Law Must Take Place To Free Your Nation”

You can start watching the video at the 16:14 mark. From Nov 16th.

Martial law is the replacement of civilian government by military rule and the suspension of civilian legal processes for military powers. Martial law can continue for a specified amount of time, or indefinitely, and standard civil liberties may be suspended for as long as martial law continues. Most often, martial law is declared in times of war or emergencies such as civil unrest and natural disasters. Alternatively, martial law may be declared in instances of military coups d’état.

Martial law is how the government gets to military tribunals we have been hearing about for the past 10-20 years of prophecies. God is telling us now through Julie Green that these will be necessary as our current court system is dysfunctional. These tribunals will be WWII Nuremburg style courts set for this purpose. They will rule on cases and hand down sentences. This corruption has been going on in our government all way too long as they protect each other, accept bribes and give death threats and so it is even hard to get justice. This will be necessary because of all the corruption that is within the justice system of the district courts. It is hard to get a fair trial. It’s coming and so be prepared mentally when you see it. We recently witnessed the crossing of the red line with the six democrats outright telling the military members to mutiny. Why? It’s because they know that martial law is coming. Get it? This should be yet another sign of proof to you of what I know to be true.

We are not to be fearful as this will NOT be a total shutdown of the nation like for COVID. Things will basically go on as normal daily life, however there will be a seed of martial law within the justice system of the government. It will be announced and televised. These court cases will be on TV daily. Glenn Beck does a good job of explaining it.

KIM CLEMENT WARNED THIS WOULD HAPPEN IN NEW YORK

UFOS ARE NOT JUST IN OUR IMAGINATION ANYMORE…OR WERE THEY EVER JUST IMAGINARY?

Around 1986 I ran across a prophecy called “Pheonix Rising” by May Summer Rain.

You can go buy it on Amazon.com and read it for yourself and then tell me you too do or don’t see these prophecies happening in real life. You can just comment me on this blog how you feel. It’s is amazing what is happening in this time. So far everything she has documented from the native American woman, from the Chippawa tribe who gave her the prophecy has come to be. In the prophecies she also talks about UFOs (now renamed to UAP for only God knows why). The prophecy says there will be total exposure of the alien crafts and we may even have an opportunity to go upon and visit one on display.Yes, this is going to be total exposure. I can not give you a firm date and like the IQD RV, only certain people know when this is all going to come all out. But by the current news on this subject it is not hard to determine it is soon, and I mean soon!

Come ‘ on folks this is now national news from a national network. The people interviewed are VERY creditable people. Are you a believe or do you still want to poo poo it? When it happens to you and you see one then what? I actually have a family member who did see a round ship, took actual photos and so I personally know something is not right.

‘THESE PEOPLE OUGHT TO ALL BE PUT IN JAIL!’

The honorable senator Kennedy Goes Nuclear On Minnesota Pols Over Fraud.

TRUMP’S LATEST THREAT TO ILHAN OMAR

This is why they plot against the president and try to get rid of him. Does he tell the TRUTH? Oh… boy does he! Many can’t even decide what is truth and facts anymore from all the lies told.

A LIBERAL DEMOCRAT PREARRANGED NEW NARRATIVE THAT THEY ARE BUILDING SLOWLY AGAINST TRUMP IS BEING BORN. HERE WE GO AGAIN…

The news media is given the new narrative and then the questions to impose in the interview to create the narrative. Yes, the interview is “staged” for the public.

I pray this nasty Mark Kelly is convicted of inciting mutiny among the ranks of the military. And for that matter the other five (5) politicians also.

A PREEMPTIVE STRIKE ON PRESIDENT TRUMP’S AUTHORITY AS COMMANDER AND CHIEF

What is this democrat propaganda trying to prepare America for? Yes, this must be dealt with and not ignored.

Victor Davis Hanson takes is through it for us to understand the TRUTH what these democrats are trying to do. Again, they are desperate and will try anything. This inciting of mutiny to 1.3 million military members must NOT go unanswered. The military chain of command must NOT get political.

Everyone must listen to this video to understand firmly what is going on.

TIM WALZ SPIRALS AND RUNS OFF MSNBC WHEN ASKED ABOUT THE CORRUPTION IN HIS OWN STATE

TRUMP AIMS TO REVOKE BIDEN-ERA PARDONS SIGNED ‘ILLEGALLY’ WITH AUTOPEN

Can president actually do this legally and constitutionally?

THE CENTRAL BANK WANTS TO SOLVE THE CASH PROBLEM

(Mnt Goat: Every week one or more of these types of articles shows up in the recent news from Iraq. Do you think this is important? How will the solve this? T

Central Bank of Iraq

Some types of currency, even less than 10,000 dinars, are not accepted from some banks, so the currency has accumulated among citizens to solve this problem in the latest guidelines of the Central Bank of Iraq, private banks and currency dealers. The Central Bank of Iraq (CBI) has issued new guidelines to deal with all types of Iraqi dinars.

The 250, 500 and 1000 Iraqi dinars are the least traded in the market, banks and currency dealers’ markets, and in some places are not accepted, so the small amount of money has accumulated among citizens.

The Central Bank of Iraq (CBI) had earlier said it had a shortage of cash, one of the reasons being the deterioration of the balance between the currencies, so they issued new guidelines and must deal with all types of Iraqi dinars.

Anwar Mousavi, a currency dealer, told Kurdistan24 that there is no problem in providing any kind of money to pay salaries and shop owners must cooperate in the markets.

Iraq spends about 7 trillion dinars monthly on salaries, the central bank said by the 10th of each month to end the transaction of the money in the markets, about 15 trillion dinars are withheld by citizens.

Economist Haider Sheikh said the central bank wants to solve the cash problem and eliminate the excuse of currency in transactions, so government offices and private banks have instructed to receive all kinds of money, because the money paid for salaries will not be in the market.

Previously, currency dealers and even some private banks accepted bills against the dollar at less than their value, but according to the new guidelines, bills will be accepted at the same value even if they are torn or old.

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THE IRAQI AND AMERICAN FOREIGN MINISTERS DISCUSS GOVERNMENT FORMATION AND REVIEW REGIONAL CHALLENGES.

Iraqi Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein discussed with US Deputy Secretary of State Michael Regas on Tuesday joint cooperation in various political, economic and security fields and the regional and international challenges facing the region. While stressing the need to expedite the formation of the federal government, Hussein called for a review of travel warnings to Iraq.

This came during Fuad Hussein’s reception of the US Deputy Secretary of State in Baghdad, where the meeting discussed ways to strengthen bilateral relations between Iraq and the United States, and to follow up on frameworks for joint cooperation in various political, economic and security fields.

According to a statement issued by the Iraqi Ministry of Foreign Affairs and received by Shafaq News Agency, the meeting included a review of “regional and international challenges facing the region, including efforts to achieve stability, the need to support dialogue, with a focus on the situation in Syria and Iran, and the importance of working to reduce tension and build understanding to enhance security and stability in the region.”

Hussein emphasized the importance of de-escalating regional tensions, stressing Iraq’s role in supporting stability efforts. He also reviewed the political developments following the elections.

He stressed “the need to expedite the formation of the federal government in accordance with constitutional timelines, while taking into account the balance between political forces to ensure the regularity of the democratic process and the activation of parliament and government, in a way that contributes to the efficient and effective implementation of government programs.”

Hussein also praised the positive atmosphere that prevailed during the elections and the high voter turnout, stressing the importance of continued political stability in the country.

He pointed to the imminent opening of the US consulate in Erbil, and what it represents in terms of strengthening diplomatic cooperation between the two countries, while stressing the need to reopen the US consulate in Basra Governorate.

Hussein stressed the importance of “continued coordination between Iraq and the United States, and continued cooperation in the areas of economy, infrastructure and investment, in order to promote development and support the return of American companies to invest in Iraq.”

He also called for a review of travel warnings to Iraq, given the security stability the country is experiencing, and for facilitating investment opportunities.

For his part, Michael Regas expressed the United States’ appreciation for the progress Iraq has made in promoting stability and security, stressing his country’s support for efforts in this area.

He pointed to the importance of continued regional and international coordination to address economic, political and security challenges, stressing the importance of working within a positive bilateral relationship with the Iraqi government.

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WASHINGTON CALLS ON BAGHDAD TO DISMANTLE “IRANIAN MILITIAS” AND AFFIRMS ITS COMMITMENT TO WORKING WITH IRAQ.

US Deputy Secretary of State Michael Regas called on Iraq on Wednesday to dismantle “Iranian militias” that are causing instability in the region and harming Iraqis, stressing in a speech during the opening of the new US consulate building in Erbil that his country is committed to working closely with Iraqi partners on common interests.

Statements by US Deputy Secretary of State Michael Regas during the opening of the new US consulate building in Erbil:

The United States is committed to working closely with Iraqi partners on their shared interests in ensuring Iraq’s sovereignty, combating terrorism, and also bringing about stability and strengthening the economic relationship.

Of course, the Iraqi Kurdistan region is stable and secure, and the opening of the consulate is an extension of the relationship between the region and the United States over time, and a fruitful dialogue about proactive steps to reduce any conflicts.

We encourage Iraqis and Kurds to dismantle the Iranian militias that destabilize the region and harm Iraqis. That’s why, last week when the gas field was attacked, President Trump prioritized trade despite the conflict. That’s why we support American companies in Iraq and see the Kurdistan Region of Iraq as a dynamic entry point for American businesses into the Iraqi market.

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THE US EMBASSY IN BAGHDAD: WE ARE COORDINATING WITH KURDISTAN AGAINST “MALICIOUS” ENTITIES TARGETING IRAQ’S STABILITY.

The US Embassy in Baghdad announced a meeting between the embassy’s senior defense official and officials from the Kurdistan Region’s Ministry of Interior and the Peshmerga, to coordinate against “malicious” entities targeting Iraq’s stability and infrastructure.

This comes after the Kormor gas field in Sulaymaniyah province was subjected to a “terrorist” attack at the end of last month, and security investigations led by the Iraqi authorities yesterday revealed that it was carried out by two drones by “outlaw” groups.

The US Embassy in Baghdad stated in a short blog post on its official X platform on Thursday, December 4, 2025, that “Senior Defense Official, Colonel Bagley, met with senior officials in the Ministry of Interior and the Peshmerga forces in the Kurdistan Regional Government of Iraq to enhance coordination against malicious actors targeting Iraq’s stability and vital infrastructure,” stressing that “the United States remains committed to supporting security efforts and strengthening Iraq’s sovereignty.”

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THE ADVANCE CUSTOMS DECLARATION COMES INTO EFFECT

(Mnt Goat: Looks like no more “hanky-panky” in falsifying documents for imports in order to get dollars. 😊 This should really help in the cause to shut down the parallel market. )

The decision to activate the system of prior customs declarations will come into effect starting today, Monday, in a step that is considered pivotal to regulating trade, controlling the market and preventing the disruptions that accompany import operations, as well as its role in protecting the local product and enhancing the confidence of the private sector and citizens in the integrity of the procedures.

This system represents an essential tool for tightening control over the entry of goods, as it requires the submission of the advance customs declaration issued by the ASYCUDA system, including the rapid access code (QR), via the OR platform within the validity of issuance system, along with the final commercial documents that include the declaration number, a final commercial contract or invoice with the total value, a description of the materials, their quantities, the country of origin and shipping, the name of the exporter and importer, the border crossing, the chassis number for cars, the name and code of the importing bank and company, and the data of the clearing agent.

The decision also requires that no external transfer be carried out by banks unless they are provided with the prior customs declaration and accompanying documents, and obliges them to include the declaration number in the transfer system (SWIFT) instead of the previous data, which makes the declaration a “passport” for any commercial transfer.

Economic expert Khaled Al-Jabri told Al-Sabah that “regulating the market begins with accurately controlling import and export operations, and knowing the nature of the goods entering and leaving and the entities that own them.”

He added that in order for the advance customs declaration to play its true role, the legislative framework needs to be updated through a new tax law and a clearer companies law, in addition to regulating the labor law and commercial agencies.

Dollar transfers

The spokesperson pointed out that this regulation should be accompanied by clear oversight of dollar transfers to prevent any ambiguity that could negatively affect market stability.

Al-Jabri explained that these measures will determine the routes of commercial transfers and control border crossings and customs revenues, which gives regulatory institutions greater ability to follow up and enhances the confidence of the private sector and citizens in the integrity of the procedures, warning that the continuation of chaos keeps the door open for manipulation, while precise regulation constitutes an essential step towards a more stable market.

Updating the commercial register

Al-Jabri addressed the phenomenon known as “burned companies” and said: Registering alternative companies to escape accountability is a practice that must end in conjunction with cleaning up and updating the commercial register.

He pointed out that eliminating this method will reduce evasion and enhance legal accountability, stressing the need to impose strict controls on importers and adopt precise specifications that ensure the entry of compliant goods and enhance transparency and smoothness in the market.

Clear customs system

For his part, industrial development consultant Amer Al-Jawahiri believes that the advance customs declaration represents a new method for regulating financial movement, and it should be applied in all of Iraq’s ports without exception.

He pointed out that the success of this step is linked to providing accurate pricing at the ports, which ensures a clear customs system that reduces cases of illicit enrichment.

Al-Jawahiri stated that the application of this system must be based on modern digital means that ensure the accuracy of the procedures, indicating that the evaluation of its results will be clearer after a period of its application.

Adjusting procedures

It is worth noting that the pre-declaration system will be implemented gradually starting from the first of this month, initially applying mandatorily to a range of goods including gold, cars, electrical appliances, and mobile phones, with the aim of expanding its application to all goods by the beginning of next year. This system is expected to streamline customs procedures, regulate imports, and provide accurate statistics to inform import policy.

Post-check

The advance declaration is also expected to become a passport for financial transfers, which will facilitate subsequent auditing and reveal cases of inflated invoices that some importers previously resorted to. The regulatory bodies will perform the matching according to digital mechanisms that were prepared in advance for this purpose, in addition to the oversight carried out by the Border Ports Authority and the newly established auditing centers in the Customs Authority.

In light of these measures, observers predict that the coming period will witness the establishment of new companies or the entry of others into the field of banking transfers, in an attempt to escape the violations that befell what is known as the “burned companies”.

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TRUMP IS THE HERO OF THE BAGHDAD STREET… IRAQIS TELL RUDAW: WE AWAIT THE US PRESIDENT’S DECISION

In Baghdad, the most talked-about topic is the selection of the next prime minister. At the same time, citizens are not optimistic about the choices made by the Coordination Framework, believing that it “will nominate one of its members or someone close to it, who will be no different from his predecessors.” These are the prevailing opinions we heard from Iraqis here in the capital, Baghdad.

Rudaw Media Network surveyed the opinions of some Baghdad residents from various professions about their expectations regarding the new head of government. It became clear that US President Donald Trump is the “hero of the street,” and that they are waiting for his decisions and actions to intervene this time to choose “a just, honest, and strong prime minister who will resolve most of the outstanding issues.”

I met Raeda Faleh, a retiree, at the Iraq International Book Fair. She was the one who initiated the conversation after learning I was a journalist, asking in her colloquial Iraqi dialect, “Who will become prime minister?” I replied, “I don’t know. What do you expect?” She fell silent, then replied despairingly, “I don’t expect anyone better than the previous ones. They’re all the same… the same mindset… the same corruption. And now we hear news about the government not having any money, and we retirees and other employees are worried about our daily lives. I worked for the government for almost 30 years, and today I receive a pension that barely covers my basic needs, 750,000 dinars, while a member of parliament works for less than three years, makes deals, takes all the perks, and then retires with an astronomical pension. Where is the justice? Where is their concern for the people?” She finished her remarks as she left, again in colloquial Arabic, “I’m going to look for a useful book… politics is a headache and a real headache.”

(Mnt Goat: Sounds like Congress and the Senate in the U.S. .. ☹ )

But Hussam Mustafa, a 27-year-old barber in the Karrada district, was more enthusiastic about US President Trump. He spoke while expertly wielding his scissors, saying, “Uncle Trump will come and change everything.

I’m optimistic about his statements and decisions.” I said, “Trump is the president of the United States, not the president of Iraq. Iraqis are the ones who should choose their prime minister and cabinet members.” He replied, “Iraq has waited for years, and a suitable prime minister hasn’t been chosen.”

He added, “I support al-Sudani staying. He has accomplished a lot, and he’s a humble man. A few weeks ago, he came for a walk here in Karrada, sat in a café (a coffee shop with a book), and talked with people. I was standing there listening to him. This hasn’t happened with any other senior Iraqi official.

(Again…. This sounds like Trump again….)

He received the most votes, and my family and I voted for him in the elections. Why shouldn’t he stay in his position?” He pointed out that “Trump is with al-Sudani, and I think he’ll stay for a second term.”

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THE REGIONAL GOVERNMENT’S PRESIDENT: WE SUPPORT TRUMP’S POLICY OF ACHIEVING PEACE THROUGH STRENGTH.

On Thursday, the Prime Minister of the Kurdistan Region, Masrour Barzani, expressed the region’s support for US President Donald Trump’s policy of achieving peace through strength, while stating that the new US consulate in Erbil is a “stronghold “.

During his speech at the opening ceremony of the new US consulate building in Erbil, Barzani said, “This US consulate in Erbil is like a mountain and an impregnable fortress in Kurdistan,” explaining that “the United States stood with the Kurdistan Region during difficult times and provided support and assistance in building this country in which we live, and we fully support the policy of US President Donald Trump, which says peace through strength .”

He emphasized, “Working with the United States and also working with Baghdad,” explaining that “at the moment we are facing the formation of the new government in Iraq, we aspire to form a government that meets the aspirations of the people and solves the problems and crises.”

The United States opened its largest consulate in Erbil, in the presence of political and diplomatic figures.

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WASHINGTON IS CONSIDERING “FORTIFYING” KURDISTAN’S AIRSPACE… AND TRUMP: STRIKING TEHRAN’S NUCLEAR PROGRAM CHANGED IRAQ’S DIRECTION.

US President Donald Trump announced that he is considering the request submitted by the Kurdistan Region to supply it with an air defense system, noting that Iraq’s position towards Washington has completely changed and become more friendly, following the targeting of the Iranian nuclear infrastructure at the beginning of this year.

In remarks to reporters from the White House on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, President Trump said regarding supplying the Kurdistan Region with an air defense system: “We are thinking about it. This issue was not among our priorities previously, but we are hearing about it increasingly now.”

Trump added: “The situation in Iraq is completely different from what it was before we destroyed Iran’s nuclear capabilities, and relations have undergone major transformations.”

The US president noted the decline in the “fear factor” surrounding Iran and its significant diminished prestige, asserting that it no longer plays that dominant role. He explained, “Previously, Iran played the role of the main threat in the Middle East, and Iraq was being oppressed by Tehran.”

Trump stressed that following the US attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities, Iraq became more open to dialogue with Washington and showed a greater willingness to reach an understanding.

He continued, saying: “Iraq nominated me for the Nobel Prize, which is a great honor that we did not expect from the Iraqi side.”

The US president also criticized his country’s past policies, saying: “We had a former president who thought invading Iraq was a very smart idea; we invaded, and suddenly, instead of having a counterbalance to Iran, Tehran ended up dominating the Middle East for a long time.”

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AL-SUDANI: SINCE ASSUMING RESPONSIBILITY, I HAVE BEEN KEEN TO BUILD FRIENDSHIPS THAT SERVE IRAQ.

Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani affirmed on Wednesday his commitment to building friendships that serve Iraq since assuming responsibility.

In a brief tweet, Al-Sudani said, “Since assuming responsibility, I have been keen to build friendships that serve Iraq. I realized from the beginning that friendships, not enmity, are what guarantee the stability, growth, and prosperity of our country,” concluding the tweet with “Iraq first.”

Al-Sudani concluded his tweet with the phrase “Iraq first”.

(Oh….Oh…. Al-Sudani sounds like Trump now!)

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THE CENTRAL BANK REASSURES: COMPREHENSIVE REFORMS AND A SWIFT RETURN OF BANKS DEPRIVED OF DOLLARS.

The Central Bank of Iraq reassured the public on Tuesday (December 2, 2025) regarding the ongoing banking reforms, stressing that rebuilding the banking sector is the main pillar of its work at the present stage, during a session attended by a number of experts and specialists.

The bank said in its statement, received by “Baghdad Today”, that its governor, Ali Mohsen Al-Alaq, presented an extensive proposal for the reform plan, explaining that the contract with Oliver Wyman came after the restrictions imposed on a number of banks dealing in dollars, with the aim of implementing comprehensive reforms that ensure their compliance with international standards, noting that there are assurances that those banks will return to their normal environment after the completion of the reform stages.

He added that the digital dinar project is still under implementation and requires time and integrated infrastructure before it can be officially launched.

The bank noted that Al-Alaq reiterated the commitment to maintaining overall price stability by fixing the exchange rate and keeping inflation at low levels, warning that reducing the dinar’s exchange rate would have negative repercussions on low-income groups and weaken confidence in the national currency.

The statement concluded by stressing the need to avoid using the exchange rate as a tool to address the structural deficit, emphasizing the need for structural reforms to maximize revenues, control expenditures, and diversify the economy, while supporting the government’s directions in this area.

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SAMIR AL-NASSIRI: THE BANKING REFORM PLAN IS BEING IMPLEMENTED SUCCESSFULLY ACCORDING TO ITS TIMETABLE.

Banking consultant and expert Samir Al-Nassiri confirmed that the Central Bank, Oliver Wyman, and other banks are continuing to implement the standards of the banking reform plan in partnership and daily coordination, according to the plan’s timeline, which was launched on April 7, 2025.

The Central Bank published the project implementation mechanisms and the banks signed an agreement to comply with the plan. Preparations are now underway to launch the first evaluation cycle during the first quarter of 2026.

The procedures and efforts undertaken by the Central Bank of Iraq, in cooperation and consultation with the consulting firm and private banks, have resulted in tangible steps during the current quarter in facilitating the implementation of the objectives, programs, mechanisms and standards of the comprehensive banking reform project, within the framework of implementing the Central Bank’s third strategy.

He explained that the main objective of this project is to build a sound, modern, comprehensive and flexible banking sector that contributes to achieving rapid growth in the national economy, a cumulative increase in GDP, and enhancing the market value of the banking sector.

Al-Nassiri pointed out that economic reform begins with banking reform, explaining that the challenges facing the Iraqi economy simultaneously present significant opportunities to reform and develop the banking and financial sector, in line with the government’s program and the Central Bank’s future vision. He added that the banking sector will play a pivotal role in achieving sustainable development and attracting investments, as well as supporting ongoing efforts to activate non-oil productive sectors with the aim of diversifying national income sources and ensuring financial sustainability and balanced economic growth.

Al-Nassiri explained that the role of the Central Bank is also embodied in regulating the financing of foreign trade and implementing infrastructure projects related to comprehensive digital transformation, in addition to expanding the use of electronic payment tools in a way that enhances the achievement of financial inclusion.

He stressed that these efforts will contribute to providing real opportunities for reforming, developing and empowering the private banking sector during the period 2025–2028, through a set of key objectives, most notably:

* Developing the Iraqi banking system to keep pace with internationally approved banking and accounting standards.

* Building a sound, modern, comprehensive and flexible banking sector capable of adapting to economic changes.

* To enhance citizens’ confidence in the local banking sector and achieve international recognition of its transparency, progress, and commitment to international standards, thereby strengthening the confidence of global correspondent banks in dealing with it.

* Rehabilitating restricted or weakly active banks to enable them to return to the banking market with their full internal and external activities.

* Refocusing the role of banks on their core function of financing and lending for development, while promoting financial inclusion and increasing its rate in accordance with the established plans.

* To promote the transition from a cash economy to a digital economy by attracting funds circulating outside the banking system, which represent about 90% of the money supply, and bringing them into the formal banking cycle.

Al-Nassiri explained that although the period specified for their implementation according to the banking reform project and the Central Bank’s strategy extends to three years, what was achieved during the years 2023, 2024 and 2025 is considered an important achievement, as solid foundations and rules were built that formed the main pillar for the desired reform path.

He added that these achievements will contribute to the process of evaluating and classifying Iraqi banks based on the extent to which they achieve the goals set within the banking reform project, in accordance with the approved international standards and criteria.

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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

December 2, 2025 Edition Latest Mnt Goat Newsletter

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December 2, 2025 Mnt Goat News Brief

Guten Tag everyone:

Bringing you more news. What happens next?

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

I recommend $10-$15 dollars a month or whatever you can afford. Do you realize I write eight (8) Newsletters every month. This is like a second job to me. The only way I know that people are reading and appreciating all the FACTUAL news I bring is through their appreciation. If I do not receive equal appreciation for all the hard work I do, I will simply end the Newsletter and save myself endless hours at the computer. I am tired of this RV saga just as you are. We are now down to the wire and the evidence is showing us the end is very near. I feel this would be a lousy time to end the Newsletter, but that is all up to you.

So, if you haven’t already shown your appreciation for October please reconsider.

Let’s all try to chip in!

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2 Corinthians 9:10

“Now he who supplies seed to the Sower and bread for food will also supply and increase your store of seed and will enlarge the harvest of your righteousness”

STATUS OF THE RV

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I wish could tell everyone to go to the bank and exchange your dinar today but this is simply not going to be the case. We must realize that the CBI is working on one track, the GOI on another, and some can even say Kurdistan on yet another. So, let’s explore each track and learn more today how close we are to the RV.

It’s the CBI track that we have been following mostly with all the banking and financial reforms. We were told just a few weeks ago that the CBI is ready to remove the zeros and we all know what that can lead to. In the news back then, Iraq even told us about the pending now basket and talked about moving to FOREX. Then they even told us that moving to Forex would even coincide with the implementation of the new digital dinar. This was the first time they talked openly about this since 2011 when we learned about the overall Dr Shabibi plan. The digital dinar did not exist back then, however things have changed since 2011 and so the CBI told us the digital dinar will stop all currency fraud and completely shut down the parallel market. We learn in the article titled “CENTRAL BANK GOVERNOR: DIGITAL CURRENCY WILL SOLVE 90% OF THE PROBLEMS IN THE IRAQI FINANCIAL SYSTEM”. Please click on the link to read it.

So, how close are we then to the RV?

But remember that the CBI cannot begin the project to delete the zeros without assurances from the U.S. that it can then move ahead to the reinstatement pending no inflation issues arise during the currency swap out. In today’s main article thread, we learn in the articles titled “SAVAYA: I WILL ARRIVE IN IRAQ WITHIN THE NEXT TWO WEEKS.” That Mark Savaya, the special envoy of US President Donald Trump, announced that he will arrive in Iraq within the next two weeks, revealing that he is carrying “a special message from President Trump to the leadership in Iraq and the Kurdistan Region.” This meeting was supposed to take place last week but was postponed due the Washington shooting of the National Guardsmen.

😊In yet another article on this same issue titled “A GOVERNMENT STRIPPED OF FACTIONS: THE AMERICAN CONDITION CLASHES WITH THE WILL OF THE IMF IN BAGHDAD.” All eyes in Baghdad are on the crucial behind-the-scenes maneuvering to form the next Iraqi government, amid unprecedented American pressure. This article is telling us not only does the U.S. want these Iranian militia out of Iraq but also out of the political process. For the first time, Washington is so explicitly demanding a “non-factional government” as a prerequisite for international recognition of the legitimacy of the entire political process, linking this condition to future economic and security support for Iraq. Can it get any clearer. The U.S. is telling Iraq they are not going international (thus the reinstatement of the dinar to FOREX) until they show they are truly a fully sovereign country. This means they can not be a proxy of Iran.

😊Yes, in article titled “POLITICAL ANALYST: WASHINGTON CONTROLS 90% OF THE GOVERNMENT FORMATION DECISION… AND THE COORDINATION FRAMEWORK AWAITS SAVAYA’S CONDITIONS.” We can clearly see the U.S. is controlling this 2025 election cycle and will have its way in who is the new prime minister. Their excuse for doing so is that Iraq has NOT yet proven itself in managing it’s security issues as a “fully” sovereign country, as Iranian militia still walk the streets, occupy military bases and Iran still has e a large influence in the political process. So, the U.S. says if you want to be a big player in the international stage it starts with putting on your “big boy” pants and truly learn to govern your own country and keep it safe.

😊In yet another article on this very same issue titled “TRUMP’S ENVOY RECEIVES PRESIDENTIAL DIRECTIVES REGARDING THE IRAQ FILE” we learn just what the US President Donald Trump’s directive is. Mark Savaya, announced that he had received presidential directives regarding the Iraq file, during the Thanksgiving celebration. So, we now know what these directives are going to be when he arrives in Iraq. What was this message? I quote from the article – President Trump’s envoy issued a stern warning to the armed factions, saying: “Let me be clear and unequivocal: there is no place for such armed groups in a fully sovereign Iraq,” adding a direct American pledge: “The United States will fully support these efforts… Every illegal armed group and those who support it will be pursued, confronted, and held accountable.”

Knowing all this, after reading these articles on this subject matter of Iranian influence in Iraq, Do you believe that the U.S. is going to support the Iraqi dinar moving to international status any time soon?

What does the IMF say about it? Are they ready to support the RV?

In the article titled “A GOVERNMENT STRIPPED OF FACTIONS: THE AMERICAN CONDITION CLASHES WITH THE WILL OF THE IMF IN BAGHDAD” we learn what that the IMF is clashing with the Trump’s objectives. According to the information

this demand by the Americans clashes with an electoral reality that cannot be ignored: The political blocs affiliated with the factions have won dozens of seats in the new parliament, reflecting the will of a broad electorate in the central and southern regions.

This duality creates a deep tension between the will of the IMF on one hand, and the will of the major international power on the other, and puts Iraqi political forces before a difficult choice: either to accept Washington’s conditions and risk the anger of their popular base, or to proceed with forming a government that respects the election results and exposes Iraq to possible diplomatic and economic isolation.

I ask, what do you believe is going to happen? Do you think this mess with Iran is going to be cleared up in time to conduct the swap out of the notes and allow for the reinstatement all by early January 2026?

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To answer this question, I want to add a few thoughts:

I can only report on what I am told by my CBI contact, then read the articles for more;
When does Iraq do anything exactly on time?
Iraq and the US obviously have not yet settled the Iranian issue.
The new prime minister is not yet selected.

Yes, its December 2nd already and was told that there is enormous pressure on the CBI by the IMF to move ahead, but they can’t, as they are also working very closely with the US Treasury on a daily basis. So, for today’s news lets look at the articles and see if we can explain further on these issues facing Iraq.

I know this is not the news we had hoped for today but it is what it is. Remember that things could change drastically as we move through December.

My Saturday call to Iraq:

My contact reiterated once again the success of the Mnt Goat Newsletter blog. She said she is thankful that someone is there to tell the TRUTH about what is really happening in Iraq. She too reads and listens to all the “bullshit” on the internet. She emphasized the word “bullshit”. Where do people get these lies from, she asked?

I then said thanks for her comments. She then told me that the CBI has been told by the Finance Committee to hold off on removing the zeros until the issues with the U.S. around the Iranian saga are agreed to and at least how this will be handled. Right now it it is even more difficult to negotiate on the issues dealing with Iran because Iraq does not yet even know who to negotiate with, since the prime minister is not yet elected. My guess it there will some sort of commitment, with an agreement, then with a pledge and “or else” conditions, built into it. Iraq will have to show some sort of immediate actions to cement the terms of the agreement.

I asked more about the project to remove the zeros. She said it is still targeted for December, be patient and instructions are ready to be posted in the news on how to conduct the swap out. Do you remember the recent article we read about December 1^st being the date for a new currency mechanism in the article titled “IRAQ IS SET TO IMPLEMENT A NEW CURRENCY MECHANISM ON

DECEMBER 1, 2025”. You can go to my Nov 20^th Newsletter for more information on this article. Here is the article and so you can read the first statement yourself. What does it say?

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Iraq is set to implement a new currency mechanism on December 1, 2025

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

In this first paragraph it tells us what it includes. It says “includes the introduction of a central bank digital currency (CBDC) and a redenomination plan.” Can it get any clearer that the CBI intends to being the redenomination plan or remove the zeros. This means to replace the larger three zero notes with the lower denominations. (When this occurs we know the IQD rate will be about 75 cents in-country until they collected what notes they need to collect. )

This move aims to modernize Iraq’s financial system, enhance financial transparency, and reduce reliance on traditional fiat currencies. The CBDC will eventually replace physical banknotes, while the redenomination plan will simplify transactions and improve public confidence in the dinar’s value.

The Central Bank of Iraq has not specified the exact exchange procedures or deadlines, but a phased rollout is expected. This transition is part of broader global banking reforms and will require a strong technology foundation and public acceptance to ensure it’s success.

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What else is in the news?

Besides the Iranian issues, the news today is all very good for Iraq. In the recent past we learned about many of these initiatives to bring Iraq into the middle east leadership role. But they are not there yet. To be honest with you I have been thinking that the Development Road Project was much further that we see in an article in today’s news that they are just reaching out for contractors to build the roads and railways, so this may take a while to pan out as a revenue stream.

😊 Then in article titled “IN COOPERATION WITH THE ASSOCIATION OF PRIVATE BANKS, THE FIRST PHASE OF THE “PULSE OF MOSUL” PROJECT HAS BEEN LAUNCHED” we learn that Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani launched the first phase of the “Pulse of Mosul” project on Sunday. Sudani launched the (Pulse of Mosul) project, which aims to rebuild the alleys and neighborhoods of the old city of Mosul, inspired by the (Pulse of Baghdad) project, which included the rehabilitation and maintenance of the old areas of Baghdad.” Why is this important?

This project of reviving Mosul show us that Iraq is concerned about rebuilding Iraq and after over 20 years since 2003 are now taking this effort seriously.. Yes, like the Development Road Project. As Al-Sudani pointed out during the meeting this project will also mean increased revenues from reviving the heritage of the ancient city, to be an important tourist gateway and enhance its historical and heritage status. As an investor, you too may have the opportunity some day soon to travel to Iraq and experience history and all the cities you only read about in my blog and the articles.

In multiple articles on the subject matter of a mulit-year budget we can begin our education on why a multi-year budget and the benefits to Iraq. We can read about this effort in the articles titled:

“IRAQ IS REVIVING THE THREE-YEAR BUDGET EXPERIMENT; THE MINISTRY OF PLANNING HAS BEGUN DISCUSSING IT IN PREPARATION FOR PRESENTING IT TO DECISION-MAKERS”.

“THE GOVERNOR OF THE CENTRAL BANK OF IRAQ PARTICIPATES IN THE ARAB BANKING CONFERENCE 2025”

“THE 2026 BUDGET IS ON THE PLANNING TABLE… A DISCUSSION OF THE GENERAL FRAMEWORK AND PLANS FOR SUBSEQUENT YEARS”

All three of these articles can be found in the Mnt Goat Newsletter Articles Section.

The 2026 budget and plans for subsequent years were the focus of a meeting at the Ministry of Planning, where the general framework and proposed projects to be included were discussed. The ministry stated in a statement, which was reviewed by (Shafaqna Iraq), that “a meeting was held today, Wednesday, to discuss the preparation of the budget for 2026 and the next three years (2026-2027-2028). Remember that this is the second time that they are attempting a three-year budget. The last term was 2023-2025 but a sudden drop in oil prices beyond what was budgeted for basically killed the ability to conduct the 2025 projects. Instead of borrowing the GOI simply postponed the projects hoping to fund them in 2026.

There is not much more important news to bring at t his time. The 2025 election is not yet decided and probably won’t be until all the appeals from the election results are decided upon in the Supreme court. Then having ten days afterwards to announce the results. The court just told us they have reviewed all the appeals that were pending however there is still time to allow to submit yet more appeals since the statute of limitations has not yet run out. So we wait to learn of the election results.

Of course, this other “sour grape” issue namely the Iran influence in Iraq must be resolved somehow. Oh… there is always an issue that seems to stop the RV. But will it this time? We still have to see what happens. At least none of my blog readers are ignorant on this subject matter as I have presented countless articles about this danger of holding up the RV this year or early next. All I can say is “I told you so”. Are you listening.

Having read my RV Status for this period when do you think the RV will happen?

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

Just the FACTS!

PRAYING WITH SINCERITY

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

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

Prophetic Words from prophet: Julie Green

“Are You Prepared Of What Is About To Strike Your Nation?”

You can start watching the video at the 12:45 mark. From Nov 23^th.

“Martial Law Must Take Place To Free Your Nation”

You can start watching the video at the 16:14 mark. From Nov 16th.

KIM CLEMENT WARNED THIS WOULD HAPPEN IN NEW YORK

UFOS ARE NOT JUST IN OUR IMAGINATION ANYMORE…OR WERE THEY EVER JUST IMAGINARY?

Around 1986 I ran across a prophecy called “Pheonix Rising” by May Summer Rain.

A LIBERAL DEMOCRAT PREARRANGED NEW NARRATIVE THAT THEY ARE BUILDING SLOWLY AGAINST TRUMP IS BEING BORN. HERE WE GO AGAIN…

The news media is given the new narrative and then the questions to impose in the interview to create the narrative. Yes, the interview is “staged” for the public.

I pray this nasty Mark Kelly is convicted of inciting mutiny among the ranks of the military. And for that matter the other five (5) politicians also.

A PREEMPTIVE STRIKE ON PRESIDENT TRUMP’S AUTHORITY AS COMMANDER AND CHIEF

What is this democrat propaganda trying to prepare America for? Yes, this must be dealt with and not ignored.

Everyone must listen to this video to understand firmly what is going on.

TIM WALZ SPIRALS AND RUNS OFF MSNBC WHEN ASKED ABOUT THE CORRUPTION IN HIS OWN STATE

TRUMP AIMS TO REVOKE BIDEN-ERA PARDONS SIGNED ‘ILLEGALLY’ WITH AUTOPEN

Can president actually do this legally and constitutionally?

SILVER VAULTS RUN DRY AS SHORTAGE TRIGGERS PANIC. Physical silver not available to meet demand.

Okay so why is there a shortage of silver all of a sudden? There is a shortage because many investors who invested in silver only on paper are now wanting the actual physical silver. The procedure of buying without taking possession has kept silver relatively lower over many decades than what it should be. Silver should be at about 1/3 the spot of GOLD. Gold just hit $4,000 an ounce and technically silver should follow at about $1,000 – 1,300 an ounce.

Just this week silver finally broke over $50 an ounce and so what did our prophets tell us would happen next. They said a sudden rise in silver would happen. Will it? It’s happening now. Now investors are demanding their silver and there is not enough to meet the demand. Yes, it’s kind of like a panic for silver.

There are so many recent prophecies about Gold and Silver.
It is key to the “RESET”.

Folks, this is not just precious metal dealers trying to sell you silver or gold. Listen carefully. What’s coming next? I am trying to help everyone that there is money to be made on other than currencies, such as in the dinar that we all sucked up in the past.

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HOW TO LOOK PENNILESS IN THE PUBLIC RECORD

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How an LLC can actually work against you.

Don’t have your personal name or address in any public record.

Are offshore assets or accounts really protected?

Are vortex trusts a scam for tax protection?

Don’t misuse a legal entity and take it to extraordinary measures, it won’t work.

I really, really, really encourage everyone to watch this video and learn from it.

Now I know that many of you may have already researched getting a LLC or a Trust to protect your money against creditors and reveres law suits. But after watching this video today I feel you can learn even more and that there are some caveats that can really work to your benefit all depending upon the state you file your entity in. It’s just a matter of working with your attorney and help to guide them on what you want.

Basically, it all amounts to how much privacy a particular state is willing to give for a legal entity. Attorneys can research this for you but you have to find a good one willing to do it for you. What I am saying is you may think you are protected in a particular state and then find out later, when sued, that your records are not that protected from preying eyes after all.

Another key lesson I learned is it is much easier to use the entity instead of your own name and address from the very start and get it on the dead when you purchase a property or business, rather than have an attorney later try to fix it, after some damage is already done.

Listen carefully what these attorneys are saying….

5 STATES CUTTING PROPERTY TAXES TO ZERO

THE CENTRAL BANK WANTS TO SOLVE THE CASH PROBLEM

Central Bank of Iraq

Anwar Mousavi, a currency dealer, told Kurdistan24 that there is no problem in providing any kind of money to pay salaries and shop owners must cooperate in the markets.

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THE 2026 BUDGET IS ON THE PLANNING TABLE… A DISCUSSION OF THE GENERAL FRAMEWORK AND PLANS FOR SUBSEQUENT YEARS.

The 2026 budget and plans for subsequent years were the focus of a meeting at the Ministry of Planning, where the general framework and proposed projects to be included were discussed.

The ministry stated in a statement, which was reviewed by (Shafaqna Iraq), that “a meeting was held today, Wednesday, to discuss the preparation of the budget for 2026 and the next three years (2026-2027-2028), chaired by the Undersecretary of the Ministry for Technical Affairs, Maher Hammad Johan, and attended by a number of directors general, heads of departments and representatives of relevant departments in the ministry.”

She added that “the meeting’s discussions focused on the general framework of the 2026 budget and plans for subsequent years.”

“Discussions were also held regarding ongoing and new loans and projects proposed for inclusion in the budget, as well as examining the terms of the Chinese framework agreement and the development projects it includes.”

The statement continued, “The meeting also addressed the preparation of appropriate scenarios for the 2026 budget, in preparation for submitting them to decision-makers for approval according to developmental and economic priorities.”

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THE CENTRAL BANK WARNS: ENTITIES ARE SPREADING RUMORS TO RAISE THE DOLLAR’S VALUE IN THE MARKET.

The Central Bank of Iraq confirmed on Thursday that there is no intention to change the official exchange rate. While noting that the rumors that are spread from time to time aim to speculate in the parallel market, it pointed out that its monetary policy has succeeded in curbing inflation, as evidenced by international recognition.

(Mnt Goat: Again, they are talking about changing the exchange rate by devaluation from 1320. This would be the worst thing the CBI could do at this point, especially if you want investors to come into Iraq. These people are ignorant and stupid and just spread rumors. They don’t want Iraq to grow, they want the status quo of corruption in the dollar and to maintain their currency scams to Iran.)

Alaa Al-Fahd, a member of the Central Bank’s media office, said, “There are parties trying to fish in troubled waters and spread rumors and false news that are outside the Central Bank’s jurisdiction in order to raise exchange rates in the parallel market,” explaining that “the Central Bank always defends monetary policy and the general price level.”

Al-Fahd added that “inflation rates in Iraq have reached, according to international testimony (the IMF and the World Bank), historically low levels compared to other countries in the region, and have even reached negative levels, which is happening for the first time and is considered an achievement for monetary policy in preserving purchasing power, especially for the poor classes.”

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PRESSURE ON THE CENTRAL BANK TO CHANGE THE EXCHANGE RATE CONSTITUTES INTERFERENCE WITH ITS INDEPENDENCE.

Samir Al-Nassiri

(Again, I will add this change to the exchange rate they are calling for is a devaluation not a revaluation. It is still with the de fact peg to the dollar and not yet on FOREX)

After the announcement of the final election results, and for the political and self-serving interests of some influential figures, speculators, and traders who deal in illegal trade through direct transfers outside the controls of the Central Bank, official border crossings, and the new instructions for prior customs registration starting from 12/1/2025, which ensure control over the government’s customs revenues.

About a week ago, media pressure began, directed by some specialists, non-specialists, and self-proclaimed analysts who frequently appear on media channels with vested interests and on social media, with the aim of disrupting the Iraqi market, which has remained stable throughout 2025 due to the wise monetary policies and efforts made by the Central Bank, which maintained the general price level and kept the inflation rate below 1%, controlled the money supply, and built sufficient foreign reserves to cover the local currency in circulation and cover imports.

He (Ali al-Alaq) is currently implementing an ambitious project for a comprehensive and radical reform of the banking sector. He receives continuous praise from the World Bank, the International Monetary Fund, and the US Treasury for the steps he has taken in implementing monetary policy over the past three years.

Since December 19, 2020, when the exchange rate was adjusted by the Central Bank under pressure from the previous government, and up to the present time, the exchange rate of the dinar has continued to fluctuate up and down in the parallel market, even after it was adjusted again in 2023. Due to the Central Bank’s measures mentioned above, relative stability has been achieved despite all the internal and external challenges, and all the speculators’ plans to weaken the purchasing power of the Iraqi dinar have failed.

We must also not forget, clearly and precisely, that there is an organized lobby working against achieving monetary stability, led and implemented by multiple entities linked to speculators and corrupt individuals who have a special agenda to weaken and harm the national economy by fabricating news and statements, spreading rumors and flawed and paid economic analyses, and turning them from reassuring news for the market and citizens into news that confuses the market and creates panic among citizens. This is what is actually happening now, which requires clarification here, as it has been happening for about ten years.

Particularly after the financial and security shocks of mid-2014, a culture of reliance on the central bank to confront economic and financial crises and challenges became entrenched. This is done by using its monetary policy tools and mechanisms to overcome the government’s liquidity shortage and its inability to pay salaries on time, as well as the failure of fiscal policy by relying on foreign currency reserves. These reserves are not, in reality, the government’s reserves, but rather the central bank’s reserves, used to control the stability of the exchange rate, according to the target, and to address the balance of payments deficit.

The central bank has been burdened with the problems of other stakeholders, which is not its primary role. It is not responsible for the shortfall in non-oil revenues, the balance of payments deficit, the trade deficit, or the fluctuations in global oil prices. Therefore, foreign currency reserves have risen and fallen due to these flawed policies, which are not based on a clear and defined economic strategy or methodology.

Therefore, the return of stability to the exchange rate to its targeted and balanced rates will be achieved with the support of the concerned authorities in the government by activating other productive sectors, reforming the financial and banking sector, drawing up clear financial policies in coordination with monetary policy and its currently adopted applications and tools, and overcoming the challenges of achieving economic stability, which means achieving stability in the financial and monetary system.

This is not only the duty of the Central Bank alone, but it is a fundamental duty of fiscal policy and the government’s approach to managing the economy, activating sources of national income other than oil, supporting, protecting and encouraging local production, generalizing the activation of dealing in the Iraqi dinar in all internal cash trading activities, expanding the use of electronic payment methods and enhancing digital transformation.

In particular, it must be emphasized here clearly that all the pressures currently being exerted on the Central Bank to change the exchange rate are not a solution to address the liquidity shortage, but rather an interference in its independence and an abolition of its role and responsibility in its tasks and objectives as stated in its Law No. 56 of 2004, which is in force.

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THE IRAQI DINAR: STABLE AND CONSISTENT

Amidst the analyses and speculations circulating that raise questions about the fate of the national currency, official facts and data confirm that talk of any change in the exchange rate of the Iraqi dinar is nothing more than speculation that is not based on any sound economic foundation.

(Again, they are talking about a devaluation when they mention ‘change in the exchange rate. NOT what we are looking for.)

Through a careful reading of the economic reality and the official statements of the Central Bank of Iraq, it becomes clear that the stability of the exchange rate is the fixed strategic option that is being defended with effective monetary tools and a huge balance of foreign reserves.

The Central Bank of Iraq places the stability of the exchange rate at the heart of its priorities, in accordance with the law that governs its work and aims to ensure price stability. The bank’s statements were clear and decisive in denying any intention or the existence of any serious study to reduce the value of the dinar, as such a decision has no economic justification in the current circumstances.

The facts on the ground speak for themselves clearly: huge foreign reserves exceeding $95 billion form a protective shield that ensures hard currency liquidity and covers all external strengthening needs of the national economy.

The Central Bank’s firm policies have also proven effective in maintaining the stability of the official and parallel exchange rates, as they have succeeded in narrowing the gap between them significantly, supported by the flow of oil revenues, which constitute a stable source of hard currency. This stability in the exchange rate has been a key pillar behind achieving low inflation rates, the lowest in the region, which has contributed to protecting the purchasing power of citizens and maintaining stable living conditions.

The Central Bank remains vigilant against all rumors and ill-considered analyses aimed at undermining confidence in the national currency and creating market instability. It possesses all the necessary regulatory and financial tools to counter such attempts and maintain the stability of the dinar. Exchange rate stability is not merely a number on a screen; it is the cornerstone of the stability of the entire national economy and a guarantee of sustainable development and investor confidence.

In conclusion, the future of the Iraqi dinar is shaped by a strong economic reality and a wise monetary policy that refuses to be swayed by any pressures or rumors, stressing that stability is the most prominent theme in the coming period.

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IRAQ IS REVIVING THE THREE-YEAR BUDGET EXPERIMENT; THE MINISTRY OF PLANNING HAS BEGUN DISCUSSING IT IN PREPARATION FOR PRESENTING IT TO DECISION-MAKERS.

The Ministry of Planning discussed on Thursday the budget for the next three years (2026–2028) in preparation for presenting it to decision-makers.

The ministry stated in a statement received by (Al-Rabia) that it “held a meeting today, Thursday, to discuss the preparation of the budget for 2026 and the next three years (2026–2028), chaired by the Director General of the Sectors Planning Department, Basim Dhari Mahmoud, and the Director General of the Government Investment Programs Department, Tahseen Mahmoud Muthanna, with the participation of representatives of the relevant departments in the ministry.”

She added that “the meeting addressed the preparation of the final drafts of the budget for ongoing and new projects, in addition to the current budget. Ongoing and new loans, proposed projects, the Chinese framework agreement, and a review of suitable scenarios for preparing the 2026 budget were also discussed, in preparation for presenting it to decision-makers for approval.”

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HOSHYAR ZEBARI: AL-SUDANI HAS A GOLDEN OPPORTUNITY TO BOOST HIS CHANCES OF RUNNING FOR A SECOND TERM.

On Thursday, Hoshyar Zebari, a leader in the Kurdistan Democratic Party, asserted that Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani has a golden opportunity to secure a second term .

Zebari said in a post on the “X” platform, which was reviewed by “Mail”, that “the attack by militia factions yesterday on the Kormor gas field in Sulaymaniyah with Grad missiles launched from the Tuz Khurmatu axis to sabotage the region’s economy and infrastructure confirms once again that the government does not control it .” He added, “The Sudanese government has a golden opportunity to impose its control, punish the guilty, and enhance his chances of running for a second term.”

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THE ELECTORAL COMMISSION ANNOUNCES THE DATE FOR SENDING THE ELECTION RESULTS TO THE FEDERAL COURT.

The Independent High Electoral Commission announced on Monday that it had completed all procedures for appeals against the election results and sent them to the judicial body. It also set a date for sending the results to the Federal Court. The head of the commission’s media team, Imad Jamil, stated in a statement to the official agency that “sending the complete election results to the Federal Court for ratification will take place after the judicial body has finished considering all the appeals.”

Jamil explained that “the Commission has completed all appeals and submitted its recommendations regarding them,” indicating that “the work is now with the judicial body, which cannot be restricted to a specific period of ten days, as some appeals include technical or legal procedures that require them to be returned to the Commission for clarification or to complete the required technical procedures.”

He added that “the judicial body will be bound by the legal period of ten days, after receiving the last appeal from the commission and completing the procedures related to it.”

He also pointed out that “the judicial body is continuing to perform its work, and that a group of appeals that reached the commission have had the recommendations of the Board of Commissioners approved regarding their response.”

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A LEADER IN THE AZM MOVEMENT: MUTHANNA AL-SAMARRAI IS THE MOST LIKELY CANDIDATE FOR SPEAKER OF PARLIAMENT.

A leader in the Al-Azm Alliance suggested on Sunday that the alliance’s leader, Muthanna al-Samarrai, is the most likely candidate to obtain the position of Speaker of the next House of Representatives, ruling out the return of former Speaker Mohammed al-Halbousi for several reasons.

The leader of the coalition, Issa Al-Sayer, told Shafaq News Agency that “the behind-the-scenes meetings and dialogues of the National Political Council of the Sunni component revolve around the nomination of the next Speaker of Parliament, and according to the data, a new candidate will be nominated for the presidency of the next parliamentary session,” noting that “the closest is the leader of the Azm Alliance, Muthanna Al-Samarrai.”

Al-Sayer ruled out Al-Halbousi’s return to the presidency of the legislative authority “for multiple reasons,” which he declined to elaborate on.

He explained that “more than one candidate will compete for the presidency of the parliament, including Mohammed Nouri Al-Karbouli in addition to Muthanna Al-Samarrai.”

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TRUMP’S ENVOY RECEIVES PRESIDENTIAL DIRECTIVES REGARDING THE IRAQ FILE

US President Donald Trump’s envoy to Iraq, Mark Savaya, announced that he had received presidential directives regarding the Iraq file, during the Thanksgiving celebration.

“I was honored to receive the directives for the Iraq mission from the Commander-in-Chief,” Savaya said in a post on the X platform on Friday, November 28, 2025.

He added, “It was a pleasure meeting you, Mr. President, and it was truly an exceptional way to celebrate Thanksgiving.”

Trump’s envoy to Iraq, vowed to pursue and hold accountable the armed groups that targeted the Kor Mor gas field, describing them as tools of “hostile foreign agendas,” in the first firm response from the Trump administration to the attack. In a post on the “X” platform (formerly Twitter), Savaya commented on last night’s attack, saying: “Armed groups operating illegally and driven by hostile foreign agendas carried out the attack on the Kormor field,” demanding that the Iraqi government “identify the perpetrators and bring them to justice immediately.”

A MESSAGE THAT IS “UNEQUIVOCAL”

President Trump’s envoy issued a stern warning to the armed factions, saying: “Let me be clear and unequivocal: there is no place for such armed groups in a fully sovereign Iraq,” adding a direct American pledge: “The United States will fully support these efforts… Every illegal armed group and those who support it will be pursued, confronted, and held accountable.”

STRONG SUPPORT FOR KURDISTAN

Savaya stressed the firm American position towards the region, affirming that “Washington supports a strong Kurdistan within a unified and stable Iraq.”

The US official urged Baghdad and Erbil to “deepen security cooperation and work closely to protect vital economic and energy infrastructure.”

Trump’s envoy concluded his post by renewing the commitment to help Iraq build its national forces, saying: “Together, we will continue to protect Iraq’s resources, defend its sovereignty, and ensure the security and well-being of all its citizens.”

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INCOME GAP: IRAQ LAGS BEHIND OIL-PRODUCING COUNTRIES DESPITE ITS ENORMOUS WEALTH

(This is what happens when you let Iran, your neighbor steal your wealth along with the politicians. The US is experiencing the same thing but they think that can print endless fiat currency to cover the stolen money.)

The income gap reveals that the per capita share of Iraq does not exceed $5,800, while Qatar and Oman shockingly surpass it, reflecting the failure of oil wealth management to improve the standard of living.

The latest data from the International Monetary Fund reveals an unprecedented gap in income levels within the Arab world. The figures show that the richest Gulf state (Qatar) is ahead of Iraq by more than 1100% in per capita GDP, while the poorest Gulf state (Oman) is ahead of it by 230%. This shockingly shows that Iraqis are effectively living outside the club of oil-producing countries, despite the enormous wealth that their country possesses.

Qatar tops the list with $71,400 per person annually, while Iraq stands at only $5,800, a very low position compared to oil-producing countries, revealing a deep flaw in the conversion of natural resources into economic prosperity.

IRAQ IS OUT OF THE OIL CLUB.

According to the index, even economically unstable countries like Libya ($6,900) and Algeria ($6,100) outperform Iraq.

Oman (the poorest of the Gulf countries in terms of income) is also ahead of it by more than three times, with a share of $19,100 per person.

In contrast, Iraq only surpasses countries with limited resources such as Jordan, Morocco, Tunisia, and Egypt, which places it in the category of a “middle-income economy” despite its enormous oil and human potential. Iraq possesses:

One of the world’s largest oil reserves
Annual revenues exceeding $100 billion
A huge young and productive workforce

However, the per capita share does not reflect this wealth, indicating a clear imbalance in resource management, weak productivity, and the dominance of unproductive activities.

Three clear economic messages…

1. The failure to utilize oil revenues for the welfare of the citizen, due to the almost complete dependence on rentier economy.

2. The dominance of the public sector and the inflation of operating expenses at the expense of investment.

3. The absence of a diversified economy capable of creating added value and real income for the individual.

What does this mean for the Iraqi citizen?

Thus, Iraq’s ranking reveals that economic growth does not reach the lives of citizens , and that the standard of living does not represent the true wealth of the country. It also places the next government before the responsibility of restructuring the economy and transforming natural wealth into actual development (if it has the ability and will to do so).

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THE CENTRAL BANK WARNS THOSE SPREADING RUMORS ABOUT THE DOLLAR EXCHANGE RATE.

The Central Bank of Iraq confirmed that there is no intention to change the official exchange rate. While noting that the rumors that are spread from time to time aim to speculate in the parallel market, it pointed out that its monetary policy has succeeded in curbing inflation, as evidenced by international recognition.

Alaa Al-Fahd, a member of the Central Bank’s media office, said, “There are parties trying to fish in troubled waters and spread rumors and false news that are outside the Central Bank’s jurisdiction in order to raise exchange rates in the parallel market,” explaining that “the Central Bank always defends monetary policy and the general price level.”

Al-Fahd added that “inflation rates in Iraq have reached, according to international testimony (the IMF and the World Bank), low and historic rates compared to the countries of the region, and have even reached the negative rate, which is happening for the first time and is considered an achievement for monetary policy in preserving purchasing power, especially for the poor classes.”

He explained that “the Central Bank continues to finance foreign trade with high smoothness, while diversifying the basket of foreign currencies (Chinese yuan, UAE dirham, Turkish lira), as well as shifting from the electronic platform to strengthening balances through direct correspondence with global banks,” stressing that “these measures have achieved clear monetary stability.”

Regarding the difference between the official and parallel market rates, Al-Fahd explained that “the price in the parallel market does not reflect the real demand for the dollar, but rather represents an illegal and unofficial demand for speculation, since the Central Bank covers the legitimate demands for financing trade and travel,” noting that “any talk about changing the exchange rate issued by non-experts aims to confuse the public.”

Al-Fahd stressed that “determining the exchange rate is the exclusive prerogative of the Central Bank according to the legal article in Law No. 56 of 2004, and despite coordination with the government and the Ministry of Finance, the technical opinion of the Central Bank at this stage does not support any change or increase in the exchange rate due to the stability achieved in monetary reserves and price levels.”

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THE GOVERNOR OF THE CENTRAL BANK OF IRAQ PARTICIPATES IN THE ARAB BANKING CONFERENCE 2025

The Union of Arab Banks organized He noted that Iraq is moving steadily towards building a strong and modern banking sector, capable of leading financial and economic transformation by enhancing monetary and financial stability and strengthening the banking sector’s capabilities to be more supportive of sustainable development. This will be achieved by relying on the best management and governance standards, and by transitioning towards digitalization and financial and technological innovation. He stressed the importance of consolidating financial inclusion and ensuring the integration of the financial system with the formal economic cycle.

His Excellency explained that the Central Bank continues to work on implementing a multi-year strategic vision aimed at supporting local and foreign investment and enabling the banking sector to play its vital role in developing the national economy. In closing, His Excellency expressed his gratitude to the Union of Arab Banks and the organizing bodies, stressing the Central Bank of Iraq’s commitment to strengthening cooperation with Arab brothers and developing a more stable, growing and innovative financial environment.

Central Bank of Iraq,
Media Office,
November 27, 2025

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SAVAYA: BIG CHANGES ARE COMING TO IRAQ

US President Donald Trump’s envoy, Mark Savaya, announced on Sunday that he will arrive in Iraq within the next two weeks, confirming that he carries “a special message from President Trump to the leadership in Iraq and the Kurdistan Region.”

“Big changes are coming in Iraq, and from now on everyone will see actions instead of words,” Savaya said in a press statement, indicating Washington’s seriousness in taking concrete steps toward the outstanding issues.

Earlier today, Savaya confirmed via the “X” platform that the world views Iraq “as a country capable of playing a larger and more influential role in the region, provided that the issue of weapons outside the framework of the state is completely resolved, and the prestige of official institutions is preserved.”

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SAVAYA: I WILL ARRIVE IN IRAQ WITHIN THE NEXT TWO WEEKS.

Mark Savaya, the special envoy of US President Donald Trump, announced that he will arrive in Iraq within the next two weeks, revealing that he is carrying “a special message from President Trump to the leadership in Iraq and the Kurdistan Region.”

In a statement to Rudaw Media Network, which was followed by “Dijlah News”, Savaya pointed to changes taking place in Iraq, saying that “big changes are coming in Iraq, and from now on everyone will see actions instead of words.”

Earlier today, Savaya said on the X platform that the world will now view Iraq “as a country capable of playing a larger and more influential role in the region, provided that the issue of weapons outside the framework of the state is fully resolved, and that the prestige of official institutions is preserved.”

He argued that Iraq now has “a historic opportunity to close this chapter and enhance its image as a state based on the rule of law, not on the power of weapons.” Trump’s envoy warned that Iraq today stands “at a crucial crossroads; either it moves towards independent institutions capable of enforcing the law and attracting investment, or it returns to the cycle of complexity that has burdened everyone.”

On October 19, 2025, US President Donald Trump announced the appointment of Mark Savaya, who was a key figure in his election campaign, as special envoy to Iraq.

Savaya: I will arrive in Iraq in two weeks… Big changes are coming and the proliferation of weapons outside the country must end.

Mark Savaya, the envoy of US President Donald Trump, announced on Sunday (November 30, 2025) that he will arrive in Iraq within the next two weeks, confirming that he carries “a special message from President Trump to the leadership in Iraq and the Kurdistan Region.”

In press statements followed by “Baghdad Today”, Savaya said, “Major changes are coming in Iraq, and from now on everyone will see actions instead of words,” in reference to Washington’s readiness to take concrete steps towards the outstanding issues.

He added that Iraq currently has “a historic opportunity to close this chapter and enhance its image as a state based on the rule of law, not on the power of weapons.”

The US envoy warned that Iraq today stands “at a crucial crossroads; either it moves towards independent institutions capable of enforcing the law and attracting investment, or it returns to the cycle of complexity that has burdened everyone.”

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A GOVERNMENT STRIPPED OF FACTIONS: THE AMERICAN CONDITION CLASHES WITH THE WILL OF THE IMF IN BAGHDAD.

All eyes in Baghdad are on the crucial behind-the-scenes maneuvering to form the next Iraqi government, amid unprecedented American pressure.

For the first time, Washington is so explicitly demanding a “non-factional government” as a prerequisite for international recognition of the legitimacy of the entire political process, linking this condition to future economic and security support for Iraq.

The winning political forces, foremost among them the Coordination Framework, the Sadrist Movement, and the Sunni and Kurdish alliances, are continuing intensive negotiations at the presidential and parliamentary headquarters, but they are encountering a solid American obstacle.

According to sources, the US administration, through direct and indirect diplomatic channels, informed a number of political leaders of its categorical rejection of any figure openly associated with armed factions assuming sovereign positions, security ministries, or even some sensitive service ministries.

Washington believes that Baghdad’s commitment to this red line will definitively determine Iraq’s position in the upcoming regional equation, especially in light of escalating tensions with Iran and Israeli concerns about any strengthening of the “axis of resistance’s” influence within state institutions.

According to the information circulating, the United States seeks to establish a new political environment completely free of the dominance of armed factions over executive decision-making, even if they remain represented in parliament.

This American demand clashes with an electoral reality that cannot be ignored: the political blocs affiliated with the factions have won dozens of seats in the new parliament, reflecting the will of a broad electorate in the central and southern regions.

This duality creates a deep tension between the will of the IMF on one hand, and the will of the major international power on the other, and puts Iraqi political forces before a difficult choice: either to accept Washington’s conditions and risk the anger of their popular base, or to proceed with forming a government that respects the election results and exposes Iraq to possible diplomatic and economic isolation.

(All I can say is Hurray! Hurray! And Hurray! again and it’s about time the US put Iran in its place and got them out of Iraqi politics. 😊 )

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IN COOPERATION WITH THE ASSOCIATION OF PRIVATE BANKS, THE FIRST PHASE OF THE “PULSE OF MOSUL” PROJECT HAS BEEN LAUNCHED.

Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani launched the first phase of the “Pulse of Mosul” project on Sunday.

The Prime Minister’s Media Office stated in a statement received by “Wadih” that “Al-Sudani launched the (Pulse of Mosul) project, which aims to rebuild the alleys and neighborhoods of the old city of Mosul, inspired by the (Pulse of Baghdad) project, which included the rehabilitation and maintenance of the old areas of Baghdad.”

The statement added that “this came during the Prime Minister’s chairmanship of a meeting attended by the Governor of Nineveh, representatives of the Association of Iraqi Private Banks, a number of advisors to the Prime Minister, and heads of relevant departments in Nineveh, during which the stages of the project and the archaeological and heritage areas that will be targeted were reviewed.”

Al-Sudani pointed out during the meeting the importance of the “Pulse of Mosul” project in reviving the heritage of the ancient city, to be an important tourist gateway and enhance its historical and heritage status.

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POLITICAL ANALYST: WASHINGTON CONTROLS 90% OF THE GOVERNMENT FORMATION DECISION… AND THE COORDINATION FRAMEWORK AWAITS SAVAYA’S CONDITIONS.

Political analyst Rafed Al-Atwani said that the coordination framework is experiencing a “clear state of anxiety” regarding its political future, noting that the parties within it “are still unable to agree on an alternative to Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani,” and that all the names being circulated “are subject to change and are awaiting the opinion of the American envoy, Mark Safiya.”

Al-Atwani explained in an interview with “Al-Manassa Al-Jarida” that the framework is almost convinced that “the formation of the next government and the selection of the prime minister will be subject to the conditions of Safaya,” noting that this reality “puts his political future at stake and pushes him to avoid the risk of putting forward a controversial figure.”

He added that Iran also “does not currently want to engage in a confrontation with the United States,” and that it seeks “calm in order to preserve its political and ideological presence within Iraq” in light of escalating American pressure.

Al-Atwani pointed out that some armed factions have begun to show “unprecedented flexibility” in dealing with these changes, which, in his opinion, reflects “the shrinking of the framework’s options in favor of a new political equation in which the United States will be the most influential player, by up to 90%.”

Al-Atwani concluded by saying that announcing a new prime minister “will be a very difficult task for the framework,” suggesting that the state of waiting will continue until Washington’s requirements become fully clear.

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THE CENTRAL BANK POSTPONES THE REQUIREMENT FOR PRIOR CUSTOMS DECLARATIONS UNTIL 2026 AND EXEMPTS FOUR GOODS FROM THE DECISION.

The Central Bank, in an official letter to licensed banks yesterday, Sunday (November 30), directed the suspension of the prior declaration requirement until (January 1, 2026), while maintaining its mandatory nature from December 1 of this year for the import of gold and jewelry, mobile phones, cars, and refrigeration equipment.

According to the decision, the application of the prior declaration for companies importing the rest of the goods will be optional until the beginning of 2026, and will become mandatory after that date, while the bank excluded materials that arrived at the border crossings before December 1 and the financial transfer procedures were not completed according to the invoice or commercial contract.

The General Authority of Customs had begun on November 25 to implement the procedure that requires companies to pay customs duties in advance and inform the Central Bank through the ASYCUDA system to allow the entry of goods, which led to difficulties faced by companies in the Kurdistan Region, as the region does not operate under this system.

In this context, Sami Jalal, advisor to the Minister of Interior in the regional government, said in press statements followed by the “Iraq Observer” agency, that “the Kurdistan Region is not part of the ASYCUDA system, and we will be in negotiations with Baghdad regarding pre-clearance customs to resolve this issue by the new year.”

Companies in Iraq and the region benefit from the official dollar exchange rate set by the Central Bank at 131,000 dinars per 100 dollars, as part of measures to regulate import financing and control border crossings.

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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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October 30, 2025 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

No! There is no RV or Reinstatement of the Iraqi dinar yet. Don’t let these intel gurus or internet idiots fool you with their hyped-up sites. They only want your clickity-clicks.

We don’t need rumors or bank stories. We don’t need three letter agency lies. We have FACTS and TRUTH on our side and will let them speak for themselves.

Growing up in the USA as a child, my mother would take us children out to the neighborhood for Trick-or-Treating on Halloween night, as soon as the sun set. As we got older we stayed out much longer, taking in stashes of candy. We would stay out as long as lights on porches welcomed us and we always felt safe. People opened up their homes to us not only to give us a treat, but to learn who we were, our names and where we lived. It was really a social night to get to know your neighbors. This went on for a decade or more as a child. I thought it would never end. I enjoyed this event and looked forward to someday taking my own children Trick-or-Treating . It was an event I would begin dreaming about as the weather cooled and the leaves turned each year, overcome only by, of course, Christmas. Yes, traditions are nice to have and enhance our lives.

Then something terrible happened. The government mandated racial Integration Laws toof effect and the government funded housing projects were built on vacant farm land. Soon it was not safe to walk the neighborhood after dark. Drugs and crime rose like we never experienced before. Our neighborhood of innocence was gone. Then that following Halloween razor blades were found in apples and laced candy made us sick. Kids in their costumes were beaten and ambushed, their candy stolen, as they walked the neighborhood that night.

I tell this story of my childhood not to depress anyone or discourage neighbors from Trick-or-Treating. But because this is a memory of what happened to the innocence of our nation too as a whole. It is just a symptom of something much greater. This was a sign that the innocence of our nation broken by some ideology. What ideology? I believe it was the communist ideology as the basis for this mandated integration laws that infiltrated into our politics. Do racial integration laws really work? Remember the communist approach to controlling the will of the people is to have everyone dependent upon the government for everything. Is this really a step into communism? To do this they must destroy all that is good and independent. We see this now too over 50 years later with global integration mandates in UN Agenda 2023 and 2050 from the United Nations. They call it ‘Open Borders” this time but it’s the same crap I experienced as a child in my neighborhood. The integration laws of the sixties and seventies was just the beginning. Now the introduction of the full-scale ideology into the U.S. (and other nations I might add). Take the wealthy and prosperous and turn them to the same level as the poor and messed up. “What’s good for one is good for all”, the communist says. Don’t believe me?

Are they “supposed” just “good intended” laws that really don’t work? But there is really a more sinister plot here being played out. We have already experienced the open border phenomenon of the Biden era and what harm it causes. The weird part is, why do the democrats want it to continue when we already can see the harm? Do we then instead of elevating lives by our government policies bring more lives down to a level of crime and poverty? Are we spreading resentment towards poverty rather than trying to contain it and deal with it in a charitable and reasonable way? The U.S. can’t have outside entities telling us how to live. Why do politicians then go along with it? Don’t they care about the Constitutional Republic to which we live. Just because they are elected using the democratic process does not mean they can solely dictate how we will live. It is the US Constitution that dictates this.

These government programs of handouts are proven not to work, time after time and yet the democrats still want more. I am sure you have heard the saying that it is better to feed someone by teaching them to fish, than to make them dependent on feeding them fish forever. That’s what social programs are. They are meant as temporary help but can easily turn into a dependency. This is why we must first create jobs and have educational opportunities, then put limits on the benefits. This is what the current president Trump is trying to do with Medicare. He is trying to rein in the system. Get it?

Get the lazy asses back out to work. We are also way too easy on drug addicted people. Why do we spend billions of drug rehab, I don’t get it. Remember you took the drugs and nobody forced them on you. Why should society pay for your stupidity? So, these memories stick hard with me. Halloween trick or treat had to end sometime but not like this…..

In Germany we didn’t used to have Halloween when I first moved to our village, instead it was a fall harvest festival season with Oktoberfest events of dancing and food. Winterfest has now seemed to take over these events as Halloween in the fall has replaced them and is becoming more popular.

“Süß oder saueres!” is what you might hear children trick-or-treating in Germany say when they knock on your door. Halloween has been celebrated in Germany for just the last 25 years, and the “trick” aspect of Halloween traditions makes many Germans angry, as well as the overlap with St. Martin’s Day, a holiday that follows under two weeks after Halloween on November 11. On St. Martin’s Day children walk around the neighborhood with lanterns, singing songs and reciting poems in exchange for treats.

Though many Germans are unhappy with Halloween’s growing popularity in Germany, retailers rejoice: Costumes go on sale in department stores and Halloween-themed candy shows up on supermarket shelves.

I just want to say that I wish everyone a SAFE and ENJOYABLE Halloween time. Please let us all try to bring back to reality our memories (my memories) of Halloween and what it could be like for our children too someday. But it takes us united to do it.

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I assure everyone that there are absolutely NO newer lower denominations being distributed in Iraq anywhere. I just talked to my CBI contact yesterday and the CBI has not even released the notes yet. The instructions to the citizens as to how to exchange them along with pictures of them have also not begun. However, I will say that my contact told me that she is waiting for the “green light” to begin. What could be holding it up? Could it be the elections?

We all should now be VERY familiar with the five (5) main issues that the U.S. has stated must be completed prior to any reinstatement. In case you forgot you can go to my Archives and find the September 16^th Newsletter and review. We know the removing of zeros is to be closely followed by the reinstatement, and so once it has started there is almost no turning back. So, go figure why they have not yet been given the green light.

Also in the news Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian proposed on Tuesday the creation of a unified regional currency for the region’s countries, with the aim of enhancing trade and strengthening economic cooperation amid ongoing international sanctions on Tehran. I almost kicked over laughing when I heard this notion from Tehran. I asked “really”? Sure they would luv this to happen.

Of course, this would be perfect for Iran since they already had two lops of their currency and it’s going down the tubes in the last couple years. I don’t think having them integrated into a common middle eastern currency would be good for the rest of the regional countries. Iran would drag everyone else down with the heavy sanctions. The U.S. would then have to lift the sanctions, which I do not believe would be a good thing. A regime change must first occur and this support of these terrorist organizations must stop. Iran must learn it does not pay to terrorize. But they do it for ideology not for prosperity of their own people. Very sad! You can go read the full article here link.

In this critical time of the RV and Reinstatement I want to caution everyone about this woman called Melanie Hinds. Please, please stay away from her videos on YouTube or elsewhere. This woman copies and just repeats nonsense from rumors and opinions to more rumors and opinions. No intelligent information to share. She just wants the clicks on her site and will caption anything and say anything to get it.

This is her Iraqi dinar intel show.

She does absolutely no research or FACT checking on what she hears. Again, she just scoops up whatever suits her on the internet and broadcast it. She will tell you she is a financial wizard and expert in the Iraqi dinar and middle easter matters. Really? Either she is just plain stupid or mentally retarded. There are many people who bash her in the internet and rightfully so. She is an idiot! First, she brags about her financial background and then we find she was fired from her job in her ‘financial position’ for alcoholism. Her new revelation is now she claims to be in contact with the spirit world which is giving her RV intel. Yes, she is prophet now…lol.. lol… lol.. Please stop it! I am getting a headache already…lol… lol… lol…. I am laughing so much….

What else is in the news?

😊As you can determine there is not a lot of meaningful news today to report on the removing of the zeros. Everything seems to be waiting mostly to see the outcome of the Iraqi elections. Who will be the next prime minister, his key cabinet members, speaker and president. Funny how the U.S. comes out with recent news in the article titled “US POLITICIAN: WASHINGTON IS RESTRUCTURING ITS POLICY TOWARDS BAGHDAD AND WILL NOT INTERFERE IN IRAQI ELECTIONS”. Remember that we must look closely at what the do and not so much on what they say.

US Republican Party member Tom Harb asserted that US President Donald Trump’s appointment of businessman Mark Savaya as his special envoy to Iraq reflects Washington’s desire to reformulate its policy towards Baghdad, thereby limiting Iran’s growing influence and restoring balance in the region . And just how is he going to do this? Just so you know I believe its all very good for Iraq but still surprisingly ironic.

😊In my October 28^th Newsletter article titled “AL-DULAIMI: TRUMP’S ENVOY DEMANDED CONTROL OF SEVEN SOVEREIGN MINISTRIES IN THE NEXT GOVERNMENT. INCLUDING THE CENTRAL BANK!!!” WOW! WOW! WOW! the new US envoy is noted as stating he stressed that the selection of the presidency, the prime minister, and the speaker of the parliament, in addition to the ministries of interior, defense, finance, oil, and the central bank, will be subject to the American vision, without allowing the elected government to interfere in the files of these positions due to their sensitivity.

Subject to “American vision”? What hell does that mean, if not interference?

He stressed that the US administration views Iraq as a “testing ground” between two opposing projects, one seeking freedom and prosperity and the other orbiting Tehran .

He added, “The appointment of a special envoy for Iraqi affairs by President Trump expresses a clear desire to address the outstanding issues in Iraq directly.

The goal is to rebuild the relationship on realistic foundations, starting with disarming the undisciplined factions within the Popular Mobilization Forces, because these groups constitute the arm of Iranian influence inside Iraq, and they are the biggest obstacle to political and economic stability. The Republican administration believes that curbing this influence will lead to a stronger and more sovereign Iraq, and gives Washington an opportunity to support a national government that works for the benefit of Iraqis, not for the benefit of foreign powers.”

I want to remind everyone to key on the word “stability” when they use this word. The do not use it lightly, especially when they are talking about Iran. If you want much more information on the U.S. new foreign policy towards Iraq please go to my October 28^th Newsletter Article Section. There are many articles on this subject matter and they do a good job in our understanding on the new policy of the Trump administration. We all waited for almost six months to get a clearer understand of the Trump vision for Iraq. Now we have it. Iraq is no longer going to be allowed just to flounder around. There are very specific issues (the five) that the U.S. is demanding as a start. President Trump has said we did not lose lives in Iraq just to later turn it over to Iran.

By the way incase you are wondering, this new vision, not the stale Obama vision, is going to get us through this reinstatement. When Trump says its ready, it will go. This is why I am keeping in touch with this matter of these five (5) mandates so closely. Get it?

Q & A

Question from quadrant318232b96ca (Xratracer):

MG, Have never been able to comment. If this gets through thanks for all your hard work over the years. We support you each month. Question: Will the Chinese rate be available? Have not seen any traffic on this subject in a long time. Regards, Xratracer

Answer from Mnt Goat:

Nice to finally hear from you Xratracer. Guten Tag to you! I am always available to answer questions as long as it is a question not already covered in my material. There is always a section of the blog for comments. Just click on it and add your comment or questions. I am a very busy person but still try hard to clarify all the bullshit out there.

Now, to your question. Yes, there is still a $28.50 rate per dinar available. This is what you get on exchange but ONLY if you ask for it. The banks will not voluntarily offer it. I am told there is still plenty of money in this bucket, however the friends of Obama got very close at one time to nearly exhausting the available money. In early 2013 they had to cut off this funding for these exchanges to leave money for us, who it was really intended for in the first place when the Chinese signed the contract. The result was plenty of money is still available. How much I do not know but I am told PLENTY.

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So, again I have to ask you as a reader of this analysis- What do you think is happening? Are they going to move ahead this time with removing the zeros or not?

We must continue our prayers for the Iraqi people and the future of Iraq. Let God’s abundance and prosperity rein down upon that nation.

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

Just the FACTS!

PRAYING WITH SINCERITY

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

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

Prophetic Words from prophet: Julie Green

“YOUR ENEMIES ARE PLANNING FOR A DARK WINTER”

You can start watching the video at the 17:34 mark. Third one from Oct 18^th.

“MAJOR CITIES ARE TARGETS FOR UPRISINGS AND TERRORIST ATTACKS”

You can start watching the video at the 10:38 mark. Third one from Oct 19^th.

This is the world of the Biden years and his legacy presidency that brought to the U.S. Welcome to the middle east.

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SILVER VAULTS RUN DRY AS SHORTAGE TRIGGERS PANIC. Physical silver not available to meet demand.

There are so many recent prophecies about Gold and Silver.
It is key to the “RESET”.

15 THINGS TO DO IF YOU GET RICH ALL OF A SUDDEN

15 ASSETS THAT ARE MAKING PEOPLE RICH/RICHER

HERE’S HOW TO MAKE YOUR ASSETS INVISIBLE FROM CREDITORS

THE JUSTICE DEPT TO TAKE ACTION AFTER BLISTERING AUTOPEN REPORT

BIDEN CONTROVERSY BREAKS SILENCE ON BOMBSHELL AUTOPEN REPORT

Multiple prophets tell us from God that there was an actor(s) in the presidency instead of the real Joe Biden. Joe as died way before the election occurred. The dems has no other plausible candidate for president and continued down the road with a ‘fake’ Biden. As we watch this autopen scandal unfold, I believe it may be the key to unraveling the entire shenanigans about his presidency and how they fooled the American people.

WHAT CRIME(S) WAS JACK SMITH INVESTIGATING?

FBI OPERATION ‘ARCTIC FROSTBITE’

What charges were there to justify such actions by Jack Smith. Spying on senators and congressmen at least 430 that we know now and all republicans? Also the way he went after Donald Trump and many of his associates. There needs to be accountability and justice over this abuse of power. Are the republicans strong enough in will to follow through and demand justice? Or are we just going to spend millions again of tax payer money in another investigation and no one is accountable?

DEMS ENRAGED OVER WHITE HOUSE DEMOLITION

Who is the real ‘WRECKING BALL’ of our nation?

The Wrecking Ball

IS THIS A FULL-SCALE INSURRECTION – DEMOCRATS PANIC AS JUSTICE CLOSES IN

It is very likely that president Trump will invoke the full-scale Insurrection Act in the very near future. He has been holding off on doing this, since there are other complications associated with it.

The Insurrection Act is a federal law enacted in 1807 that allows the U.S. president to deploy military forces within the United States to suppress rebellion, enforce the law, or quell domestic uprisings. It grants the president the authority to use military or National Guard troops when it becomes impracticable to enforce the law through regular means.

IS OUR PRESIDENT TRUMP GOING TO ENACT THE INSURRECTION ACT?

What did prophet Barry Wunsch just tell us about this subject matter? So, yes it may very well happen. There are sleeper cells within all our major cities waiting to strike. They believe these strikes will occur if they don’t get what they want in the mid-terms. This is thanks to the Biden administration open boarder policies.

NOT SO FAST MR. “SHIFTY”- SHIT-HEAD SCHIFF , THOUGHT HE WAS ‘OFF THE HOOK’? JUSTICE WILL PREVAIL!

WHO REALLY IS THE FORMER, NOW INDICTED ON TWO FELONY COUNTS, NY AG LETITIA JAMES?

A picture can speak a thousand words… I will leave it at that.

IS IT TIME FOR JUSTICE FOR JACK SMITH

“No one is above the law” and this applies to you too Jack. Did he have legal justification to spy on nearly a dozen republican senators and tap their phone lines? What about what he did to Trump?

A MYSTERIOUS VISIT AND CLOSED-DOOR MEETINGS: TRUMP’S ENVOY ARRIVES IN BAGHDAD “SECRETLY” AND MEETS WITH PROMINENT POLITICAL LEADERS.

On Wednesday (October 29, 2025), journalist Hossam Al-Hajj, known for his close ties to political parties, leaked that Mark Savaya, the special envoy of US President Donald Trump, arrived in Baghdad two days prior and held a series of secret meetings with several heads of political blocs.

According to information relayed by Al-Hajj, the meetings took place away from the spotlight and had a sensitive political character, addressing the upcoming American strategy in Iraq, issues related to the American presence, elections, and regional alliances.

There has been no official confirmation yet from the US Embassy or the Iraqi government regarding the visit or details of the meetings held by the US envoy.

(Gee-Whiz what do you think he is talking about? Could it be the rigged elections or the Iranian militias inside Iraq?)

EXCELERATE ENERGY CEO: OUR AGREEMENT PUTS IRAQ ON THE GLOBAL GAS MARKET MAP FOR THE FIRST TIME

US company Excelerate Energy announced on Tuesday details of its agreement with the Iraqi government to develop the country’s first floating terminal for importing liquefied natural gas (LNG) at Khor al-Zubair Port in Basra Governorate, with an investment estimated at approximately $450 million.

The company said in a statement received by Shafaq News Agency that the agreement was signed in the office of Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani in the presence of its CEO, Stephen Cobus, US Deputy Secretary of Energy James Danley, US Chargé d’Affaires in Baghdad Joshua Harris, Minister of Electricity Ziyad Ali Fadhil, and Acting Minister of Oil Ali Maaraj.

“The agreement represents a long-term commitment to supporting Iraq’s energy future and enhancing its regional stability,” Kobus added, noting that the project combines the development of the plant, gas supply, and operational management under a single contract, placing Iraq on the global gas market map for the first time.

The project includes a five-year gas supply and regasification contract with a guaranteed capacity of 250 million standard cubic feet per day, with the potential to expand to 500 million cubic feet per day. The company will use its newest floating storage and regasification vessel, Hull 3407, currently under construction in South Korea and one of the largest floating storage and regasification units in the world, with a capacity of up to 1 billion cubic feet per day.

The plant is scheduled to begin commercial operations in 2026, following the completion of construction and technical permits. This move is seen by Baghdad and Washington as “pivotal” to enhancing energy security and reducing reliance on pipeline gas imports.

The company explained that the project was implemented “in close cooperation with the Iraqi government,” noting that it aims to diversify fuel sources and meet the country’s growing demand for electricity, as part of a strategic partnership between Iraq and the United States to support energy infrastructure projects.

The Iraqi government announced earlier today the signing of the contract “as part of Baghdad’s efforts to attract more American investments to its energy sector.”

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INTERNATIONAL SMART CARD (QICARD) SHOWCASES IRAQ’S FINTECH LEADERSHIP AT MONEY 20/20 USA “FROM IRAQ TO THE WORLD”

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates–(BUSINESS WIRE)–International Smart Card (QiCard), Iraq’s leading provider electronic payment solutions, set to represent Iraq’s rapidly advancing fintech sector at Money 20/20 USA 2025, the world’s most influential event for payments, banking financial innovation, taking place October 26–29, 2025 in Las Vegas.

Official sponsor, International Smart Card (QiCard) marks a defining moment for Iraq’s digital economy demonstrating how a nation once limited by cash is now exporting innovation, financial inclusion, trusted technology globally.

“QiCard was born from a belief that Iraq can be a source of innovation, not just a beneficiary of it,” said Ali Moneim, CEO of International Smart Card (QiCard). “Our participation at Money 20/20 isn’t simply about presence; it’s about proudly sharing an Iraqi success story that has transformed millions of lives through secure and accessible financial technology.”

At the event, QiCard will showcase its biometric smart card systems, secure e-payment infrastructure, and pioneering financial inclusion initiatives that have empowered over 19 million citizens and 50,000 merchants across Iraq.

The company’s mission extends beyond technology — it seeks to build a connected Iraq where digital trust and economic participation are within everyone’s reach.

“Our growth has always been driven by empathy and accessibility,” said Ahmed Kadhim, CIO at International Smart Card (QiCard). “Every innovation begins with the needs of our people — from retirees to students and that human-first approach is what we’re proud to present to the global fintech community.”

Money 20/20 USA brings together more than 10,000 industry leaders from financial institutions, regulators, and investors to shape the future of finance. QiCard’s participation underscores Iraq’s emergence as a new fintech hub in the Middle East — proving that local expertise and global standards can coexist to drive sustainable innovation.

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US POLITICIAN: WASHINGTON IS RESTRUCTURING ITS POLICY TOWARDS BAGHDAD AND WILL NOT INTERFERE IN IRAQI ELECTIONS

He stressed that the US administration views Iraq as a “testing ground” between two opposing projects, one seeking freedom and prosperity and the other orbiting Tehran .

He added, “The appointment of a special envoy for Iraqi affairs by President Trump expresses a clear desire to address the outstanding issues in Iraq directly. The goal is to rebuild the relationship on realistic foundations, starting with disarming the undisciplined factions within the Popular Mobilization Forces, because these groups constitute the arm of Iranian influence inside Iraq, and they are the biggest obstacle to political and economic stability. The Republican administration believes that curbing this influence will lead to a stronger and more sovereign Iraq, and gives Washington an opportunity to support a national government that works for the benefit of Iraqis, not for the benefit of foreign powers.”

He pointed out that “the sanctions are not symbolic as some believe, but are part of a well-thought-out plan to tighten the noose on groups linked to the Iranian Revolutionary Guard, and the next stage will witness a tightening of measures, not only through the Treasury Department, but through economic and security alliances that extend to the entire region,” indicating that “Washington wants to send a message that continuing to violate Iraqi sovereignty, or smuggling currency and weapons, will no longer go unpunished.”

He said: “The Americans today are not seeking a ‘new occupation,’ but rather a partnership based on mutual interests, and it is the Iraqi people who decide. Trump always says: ‘We are here to help, not to dominate. The decision is in your hands.’”

Regarding the Iraqi elections, he explained, “The United States does not interfere in elections, and this is a fixed rule in American policy. President Trump does not impose names or nominate alternatives, but rather leaves the decision to the Iraqi people. If al-Sudani is the choice of the Iraqis, so be it, and if they choose someone else, that is their affair. What Washington wants is a government that deals with the international community transparently and maintains balanced relations with the Gulf states and Western countries. The problem is not with the individuals but with the direction; does Iraq want to be a country open to the world or a hostage to armed groups that represent Iranian agendas? This is what will determine the American position on any future government.”

He pointed out that “Washington does not like to keep its armies abroad, but it realizes that its presence in some countries creates strategic stability. Look at Japan and South Korea, the American presence there was the cornerstone of their economic and industrial renaissance, and Iraq can follow the same path if it wants. The American military base is not an occupation, but rather a guarantee of security and economic stability that attracts investment and prevents chaos.”

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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

October 28, 2025 Edition Latest Mnt Goat Newsletter

ABOUT THE NEWSLETTER:

October 28, 2025 Mnt Goat News Brief

Guten Tag everyone:

A true picture of what is about to happen. Are you ready?

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Let’s all try to chip in!

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Psalm 37:4

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

More news….

THE OIL AND GAS LAW RETURNS TO THE FOREFRONT, AND PARLIAMENT FACES A TEST OF POLITICAL WILL.

(We can see the effort to get this new law passed in parliament done by December. They know the Trump mandate and this is on the list of the five (5) major issues facing Iraq that the US needs done to reinstate the dinar. This is much needed for stability as investors are not going to want to see the rivalry of Baghdad vs Kurdistan and the crippling of the economy it can bring in sutting off oil, postponing salaries, etc.. Instead they will want consistency and growth.)

More news….

IRAQ TO MANUFACTURE ELECTRIC, GASOLINE, AND DIESEL CARS

(All I can say is WOW! )

Kirkuk Governorate laid the foundation stone on Monday for the Uruk factory project to manufacture electric, gasoline, and diesel cars.

Kirkuk Governor Rebwar Taha said in a press statement followed by (Video News Agency) that Kirkuk and Iraq witnessed today a qualitative launch in the field of national industry with the laying of the foundation stone for the largest factory for manufacturing electric cars, which is the first of its kind in Iraq and the Middle East.

He added that the factory management has concluded preliminary understandings with a number of major American, German and Turkish automakers, with the aim of transferring modern technology to Iraq and enhancing its industrial capabilities in this promising field.

He pointed out that the project will contribute to providing thousands of job opportunities for young people in Kirkuk Governorate, and will support the national economy by reducing dependence on imports and encouraging local industry in the vehicle sector.

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STATUS OF THE RV

No! There is no RV or Reinstatement of the Iraqi dinar yet. Don’t let these intel gurus or internet idiots fool you with their hyped-up sites. They only want your clickity-clicks.

We don’t need rumors or bank stories. We don’t need three letter agency lies. We have FACTS and TRUTH on our side and will let them speak for themselves.

Today’s Newsletter’s ‘Status of the RV’ commentary is a bit longer than usual so please find a comfortable chair, get a nice cup of tea or coffee and relax. Read this today slowly and understand it fully. It will help you see what is happening with the RV and how it is going to happen.

To start, I first need to reiterate that last week the CBI announced plans to remove zeros from dinar, as part of efforts to strengthen the national currency. If you recall two weeks ago, we also had articles on this subject matter, then also videos of the results of surveys given to the citizens on the subject matter by the CBI. So, last week again the CBI confirmed to the citizens the project is underway and we will see more information about it soon.

These types of recent articles are no longer just updates on the project to remove the zeros but informational and educational for the start of the process, at least that is what my CBI told me on my call to Iraq last Wednesday. Is she lying to me? So, we can expect more of these articles ongoing from now on educating us on this process that is underway…finally…. 😊

I encourage everyone to go read my section on the Project to Delete the Zeros in my blog even if you had not done so already. There is ongoing information and it is chockfull of goodies for us investors in the dinar. Especially at a time like this when we are so close, you don’t want to be left behind. This information will help you through the anxiety of seeing the process in motion and help with realistic expectations of what comes next in the process.

So, first I want to state today that everything I am about to tell you next is FACTUAL and has been confirmed by my CBI contact last Saturday on a call to Iraq. So, there is no Rumors , Opinions, monkey business or intel guru bullshit talk going on here.

In the country of Iraq, the television news channel 8 has released an educational presentation that was played in Iraq on October 26^th and keeps playing. See the below link and you can read it for yourself. This newest news shows the older historical dinar notes and coins as they too were lower denominations. But the key for us investors is why are they showing this and what’s it all about?

What I am told this latest video is doing is making a case that the CBI is bringing back these lower denominations and that we may also very well see many of these features of the notes from the past 1930’s – 1940’s on the newer lower denomination. Why these images? This was the ‘golden age’ for Iraq, get it now? That’s the point of this recent news. There is an historical presentation full of Iraq pride in their prior currency. But what was the rate back in the 1930’s and 1940’s? Let’s take a closer look at this period.

**Chart from one of Ali Al-Alaq’s past investment seminars**

PAY ATTENTION to the little things Iraq does:

First, throughout the 1930’s & 1940’s the dinar was $4.86. WOW! The CBI used this chart (see above) years ago under Ali Al-Alaq to present the past of the Iraqi dinar to foreign investors in his seminars. Now they are showing the currency notes from that same era again, this time on national TV in commercials in Iraq.

Next, they just told us in a two-week campaign, that the project to remove the zeros is here and we would hear more about it in the coming period.

Next, if they are targeting early 2026 for a reinstatement of the Dinar we better see the removal of the zeros in the next couple Months.

Next, we know from past articles taken from information in Al-Alaq’s investment seminars, going back years ago, that he constantly boast about this same era as the ‘golden age’ for Iraq.

Next, is Al-Alaqis now in partners with Al-Sudani bringing back this same era of greatness to Iraq. Both have talked openly about the dinar being greater than the dollar soon.

Next, could this be about the rate they are striving for $4.86? But they will need to makes changes to Iraq so the rate can be supported and not only supported when it comes out, but sustained in the long term.

Next, so for the past three (3) years have we not witnessed all these changes? Is this why we have been waiting so long for the RV?

My take on these observations is this:

Why won’t they believe it?

This is mainly because these intel gurus don’t pay attention to minor details or if they get the details they soon forget to be able to connect the pieces when later information comes out. These same intel guru idiots are too concerned about telling their RV stories and rumors than FACTUAL information. They audiences tend to be dumbed down and are almost as stupid as they are. While on their conference calls they give bogus information about bank screens, memos, rates or three letter agency gossip and rumors. They use it to pump their everyday / any day RV scenarios. They have done this over the last two decades.

But as usual, again we get the knee jerk reactions by these stupid intel gurus with their stupid rumors and opinions about these recent articles on removing the zeros. On one call, I remember, TNT Tony told his audience that the three letter agency told him that removing the zeros didn’t matter. Really? So without questioning it, Tomy just repeated the nonsense. His is as stupid as the rest. Then some just repeat other rumors and do absolutely now research. They have been so lazy in the past that they have no past information in their minds or records to connect the current news to. They simply make up stories. Some intel gurus say the 50 dinar note is back but I assure you it is not yet back in circulation. There is also no pictures published as of yet of ANY of the newer lower denominations. Any pictures you see are from the ‘golden era’ of Iraq from the 1930’s and 1940’s and the CBI is attempting to impress upon the citizens what the newer notes might look like from these images. That is all it is.

Remember that in 2016 the CBI specifically told the citizens that when they begin the Project to Delete the Zeros, they would begin with the new 100 dinar note and coin. Has this changed? Again, why would they start with the 100 dinar note and not the low lowest notes. I will leave this question for you to ponder over. Soon you will see the answer but it will come from the CBI not me.

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Article from Iraq Channel 8 News follows:

A HISTORICAL LOOK AT IRAQ’S COINS AND BANKNOTES

By Mohammed Jangadost 26/10/2025

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Newer “lower of the lower” denomination notes will be as follows:

Bills: 1 dinar, 5 dinar, 10 dinar, 25 dinar, 50 dinar, 100 dinar
Coins: 10 fils, 25 fils, 50 fils and a 1 dinar.

Note: there may also be a 20 dinar added.

What will happen to the three zero notes?

To coincide with the newer lower denomination notes, the following three zero notes will still exist but taken out of everyday circulation. They will be used only in the background for financial institutions for larger cash transactions for international transactions, such as trade deals. Note the 20,000 note has been added since this note does not yet exist in circulation in Iraq.

250, 500, 1000, 5,000, 10,000, 20,000, 25,000, 50,000

Earlier it was announced the CBI will also be adding the following new coins but this could change, probably not:

.05 fil

.10 fil

1 dinar fil

5 dinar fil

10 dinar fil

50 dinar fil

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The 20,000 IQD Note Saga:

Next, let’s review this 20,000 dinar note legacy since the CBI just told us that they are going to issue it, as part of removing the zeros. Does this sound weird to you or what at this point in time? But let me explain and so you will understand what they are doing.

What did we recently just read in a CBI article from 10/22? I quote from it below:

“He (meaning Ali Al-Alaq) pointed out that, “With the renewed proposal for the zero-removal project, which is currently being prepared, the currency denominations will be restructured in general, including the 20,000 denomination.”

What is really going on with this 20,000 note and why the recent article mentioned it from the CBI. Do you remember this article below from the past? In was one of many from late 2022. Let’s tie in this recent news to the news of 2022. Older article follows:

So, we do also know that in2022 they cancelled the notion of the 20,000 note once Ali Al-Alaq came back as the governor of the CBI in early 2023. At that time, he told us this note was still “under review”. In other words, the CBI changed it’s mind on this note and so now it has decided it is time to issue it, but only to the banks not the everyday citizen. Get it?

They now plan to launch that 20,000 note in 2025-2026 at the same time as they conduct the removing the zeros and launching the lower categories. So, this is all we now know about this note. Don’t be scared about it. It is not going to affect the removing of the zeros except that a newer 20 dinar note may arise to coincide with it. I said may arise. The CBI has not yet told us.

What? The ‘Purchasing Power’ will not change?

In some of these past and recent articles about the Project to Delete the Zeros, they state the “purchasing power” will not be change when they do it. Note they DID NOT say the rate would not change. This is tricky and so pay attention to what I am about to say next if you truly want to understand what they told us.

I quote from one of the October 16th recent articles:

“Comparative studies indicate that deleting zeros is a technical accounting step that does not change purchasing power, but rather simplifies calculations and reduces errors in financial systems”

NOTE: Very Important- the CBI did not say the rate wouldn’t change but did say the “purchasing power” would not change. Very tricky! Of course, we all can assume that the purchasing power is connected to the rate, as when the dinar has a higher rate one can use it to purchase more. Right? Again this is tricky and so stay with me…. 😊

However, as long-term investors in the dinar we all should know better, don’t we think there must be some kind of rate change in-country? How can we have these lower denominations without a rate change, as they would be almost worthless. Ah…but this is the what we are about to explore.

First why would they need a rate change?

To incentive the citizens to turn in stashed of currency to the banks
Al Sudani told us the dinar would be worth more than the dollar (but this may not come until the reinstatement phase of the project.

Here is yet more proof that the rate of the dinar must change when they Delete the Zeros. But is the CBI going to “intentionally” change it, or will this just occur as a matter of removing the zeros. This is the key to unlocking the mystery of this latest statement of ‘that deleting zeros is a technical accounting step that does not change purchasing power” Let me explain.

I need everyone to put on their thinking caps. Ready…okay Think about it, yes THINK, THINK, THINK!

So, let’s role play and figure this out together, okay? Here is an example using what they just told us in recent articles Then we can determine if the rate does change, but changes as a matter of course, not an “official” CBI rate change. The CBI even used the term that deleting zeros is a technical accounting step that does not change purchasing power. Can you see it now?

Example: Today is October 28, 2025 and the “official” CBI rate is 1320 IQD per 1 USD, right? We know this and they told us this is not changing “in order to remove the zeros”. Okay so now we are beginning to see the light and what will happen. You see the CBI does not have to change the “official” rate as it will change itself. Again lets go to an example and we will understand.

So, today the “official” CBI rate is 1320 IQD per 1 USD. This equates to about $18.94 for the value of a 25,000 dinar bill today. Here is how I calculated this: 1.00 /1320 = .00007575 per dinar. Yes, that is not even a penny a dinar. Then multiply .00007575 x 25,000 = $18.94 USD. Everyone still following me? Let’s go further and here is where the rate does change.

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So, if the 25 dinar note is to replace the 25,000 note and the “purchasing power” is said not to change, it would have to have a value of $18.94 too according to the recent set of articles just published by the CBI, right? The same as the 25,000 note it is replacing, right?

So, let’s look at what happens when they removing the zeros…..

Logically if we take 18.94 divided by 25 we get .72 (almost .73 cents) per dinar. WOW! Do you see the rate change now? If you take the 1320 “official” CBI rate the rate per dinar is at .00007575 per dinar, right?

So, the rate did change! Again, what are we talking about here? What they told us about the “purchasing power” of the dinar not changing is true but they are not telling us the entire truth. It is a play on words. But ‘technically’ they are correct. The CBI even used the term that deleting zeros is a technical accounting step that does not change purchasing power. Can you see it now?

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CAUTION

But be careful that some intel gurus are telling you that removing the zeros means to drop the zeros from the “official” CBI rate. This is entirely FALSE. Just take a look at this video from the CBI itself, It is now playing in Iraq as part of the educational process. Yes, Frank26 I am talking to you. Get your information correct. Tell you listeners the TRUTH!

Recent Video from the CBI on the Project to Delete the Zeros

This simply is just more intel guru idiot talk and that is why I am now telling you to stay away from these idiots. Again, they don’t know what the hell they are talking about. So, let’s do the math and see what happens to the “official” rate per dinar under 1320. The rate is actually .0007575 per dinar then drop three zeros = .~~000~~7575 leaving .75 or 75 or 76 cents rounded. So, if what the gurus say is true the “purchasing” power would be drastically changed to 75 cents by a “rate change” and this is not what the CBI just told us. Get it?

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I know, I know, it is confusing and so just relax, listen to me and don’t over think it.

So, now let me answer some common questions that may arise: Always feel free to ask your question(s). I will do my best to answer them. But before you do make sure I didn’t already talk about your topic.

Question: When does our real RV nominal rate come out, the big rate we all want such as $3.81 or $4.00 as we are told might be the rate?

Answer: Again I will emphasize that the Project to Delete the Zeros is ONLY the first step of the process to get to FOREX and the dinar is still solely pegged to the dollar. It is to collect all the larger notes and issue the lower denominations. This is the purpose of this step. The CBI will be VERY concerned about inflation afterwards and so they told us there will be a period of time before they move to the next step.

The next step is the REINSTATEMENT on to FOREX. The peg will change and the IQD will be repegged to a “basket” of currencies that will allow it to change drastically higher. Get it? This is how we get the rate we want. This is when we go exchange.

Here is the article from 2019 from the CBI as proof that there must be value and usefulness in the dinar for the citizens to use it or the launching of the newer notes will not work. The project will be a flop.

Folks, I try to save everything so I can go back to it. See article below:

Question: Is Iraq really now distributing the newer lower denominations?

Answer: Absolutely NOT! Stop listening to these idiot intel gurus. My CBI contact told me she will let us know when this happens. The CBI will first publish the newer notes on their website and with pictures once they start rolling them out.

Question: Did the CBI recently publish the pictures of the newer lower category notes 1,5, 10 and 50? Stop listening to these idiot intel gurus.

Answer: Absolutely NOT! As I emphasized years ago they will use the vehicle of the CBI site to show all the newer notes just as they with the three zero notes. They don’t want to give the counterfeiters time to design and print these newer categories prior to launching the notes in Project to Delete the Zeros. They are keeping very tight security on these newer notes.

Question: Is this lop? Will our dinar be worthless? Yes, I want to shoot the next person who asks me this….lol… lol.. lol..

Answer: Folks your dinars now are almost worthless. Get it..lol..lol..lol.. 😊? A “lop” is a very specific tool used by the IMF. It has a specific meaning to “restart” a currency. In other words, the central bank takes in the hyper-inflated currency due to “hyper-inflation” and restarts the denomination process all over again by issuing lower denominations. In other words, unless they do something about the very high inflation in years ahead, they will be lopping again and again. So, what did the CBI and the Finance Committee tell us about Iraq’s inflation rate? I will leave it at that…. Please no more questions about a lop!!!! ☹ PS- I also read the 2011 CBI / IMF plan to get to the reinstatement and it does not at all talk about a lop. We also know these 3 zero notes are going to “coincide” with the newer lower denominations. So how can this possibly be a “lop”. Please do your research.

Please feel free to ask a question on this subject matter. Now is the time.

What else is in the news?

OIL, INVESTMENT & RECOVERY: IRAQ’S PM TALKS FUTURE WITH CNBC

THE IRAQI NOVEMBER ELECTIONS

😊 In the article titled “RAISE YOUR HANDS IN PRAYER FOR AL-SUDANI’S SECOND TERM” we see the criticality of Al-Sudani getting a second term. All we really have to do is look at all his hard work and success and how far Iraq has gone these last years of his prime ministership.

Like in the 2024 elections for the U.S. , the Iraqi elections too are the most important elections in post Saddam Hussein era. We better all pray that Al-Sudani gets a second term and not some Iranian backed nut case. But I don’t believe this will happen as the U.S. is watching this election very closely.

Only fourteen days separate us from the date of the most important legislative elections in the post-dictatorship era. Fourteen days, Iraqis will head to the ballot boxes to make the most important decision in their lives and the future of their children. Fourteen days, history will record that Iraqis have chosen a bright and better future and tomorrow. Fourteen days, history will record in letters of light that the builder of the new Iraqi renaissance, Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani, will move Iraq forward to a free homeland and a happy people.

The US administration has sent a strong message to some Iraqi leaders, saying that with their consent, the highest positions in the new Iraqi cabinet will be appointed by the people not the heads of the blocks. The United States has insisted that certain positions will be decided by the people alone in the majority voting process in November such as the posts of president, prime minister, parliament speaker, finance, oil, interior, defense and central bank governors in the next Iraqi government and will not allow other countries to interfere in the issue, a source said. The US special envoy to Iraq has been appointed in part, to ensure this occurs.

(This will be interesting to watch. There will be conflict with this idea. We may see articles with Iranian influence trying to convince the citizens that the US is going to make the decision, when all the US wants is for the people to decide these critical positions and not some Iranian backed heads of block. Think about it, this will also quicken the election process and get the government moving into the next term.)

There are many articles in the Articles Section about this topic. This is a very hot topic in Iraq right now. This is a pivotal election for Iraq like the 2024 election was for the U.S. It will either make or break Iraq as the U.S. will not want to deal with a puppet state of Iran, if this turns out to be the case. I will also say that all hell is going to break out if a pro-Iranian puppet prime minister is put in place.

😊You might also want to take peak at the article titled “THE “LARGEST BLOC” NO LONGER MATTERS: THE TRUMP ADMINISTRATION SETS POST-ELECTION RULES”

So, for the first time, the US begins to separate Iraq from the Iranian issue. In the final days leading up to the Iraqi elections, scheduled to take place in 15 days, Tehran is attempting to retest the loyalty of its allies within the country, amid indications that the upcoming elections may produce a different political equation, one that favors a shift away from Iranian influence.

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So, again I have to ask you as a reader of this analysis- What do you think is happening? Are they going to move ahead this time with removing the zeros or not?

We must continue our prayers for the Iraqi people and the future of Iraq. Let God’s abundance and prosperity rein down upon that nation.

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

Just the FACTS!

PRAYING WITH SINCERITY

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

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

Prophetic Words from prophet: Julie Green

“YOUR ENEMIES ARE PLANNING FOR A DARK WINTER”

You can start watching the video at the 17:34 mark. Third one from Oct 18^th.

“MAJOR CITIES ARE TARGETS FOR UPRISINGS AND TERRORIST ATTACKS”

You can start watching the video at the 10:38 mark. Third one from Oct 19^th.

This is the world of the Biden years and his legacy presidency that brought to the U.S. Welcome to the middle east.

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SILVER VAULTS RUN DRY AS SHORTAGE TRIGGERS PANIC. Physical silver not available to meet demand.

There are so many recent prophecies about Gold and Silver.
It is key to the “RESET”.

15 THINGS TO DO IF YOU GET RICH ALL OF A SUDDEN

15 ASSETS THAT ARE MAKING PEOPLE RICH/RICHER

HERE’S HOW TO MAKE YOUR ASSETS INVISIBLE FROM CREDITORS

DEMS ENRAGED OVER WHITE HOUSE DEMOLITION

Who is the real ‘WRECKING BALL’ of our nation?

IS THIS A FULL-SCALE INSURRECTION – DEMOCRATS PANIC AS JUSTICE CLOSES IN

IS OUR PRESIDENT TRUMP GOING TO ENACT THE INSURRECTION ACT?

NOT SO FAST MR. “SHIFTY”- SHIT HEAD SCHIFF , THOUGHT YOU WERE ‘OFF THE HOOK’? JUSTICE WILL PREVAIL!

WHO REALLY IS THE FORMER, NOW INDICTED ON TWO FELONY COUNTS, NY AG LETITIA JAMES?

A picture can speak a thousand words… I will leave it at that.

JUST THE FACTS OF THE SCHUMER SHUTDOWN

No, it is not going to be democrat business as usual! A shift in how the government is going to be run in the future, and the future is now.

IS IT TIME FOR JUSTICE FOR JACK SMITH

THE “SHIT” IS ABOUT TO HIT THE FAN FOR SHIFTY SHIT-HEAD SCHIFF.

Will he be next on the list of people indicted? It’s coming….trust me on this one.

THE OIL AND GAS LAW RETURNS TO THE FOREFRONT, AND PARLIAMENT FACES A TEST OF POLITICAL WILL.

As the fifth legislative session draws to a close and the country enters the electoral phase, the federal oil and gas law returns to the forefront of the political scene in Iraq as one of the most sensitive pieces of legislation postponed since 2007, amid warnings that its continued obstruction will deepen the economic crisis and keep the country hostage to political disputes. The oil and gas law is one of the most contentious issues between the federal government, the Kurdistan Regional Government, and the oil-producing provinces, as it stands at a crucial crossroads that determines the future of oil wealth management, which constitutes more than 90 percent of state revenues.

Amid repeated calls from the presidency and parliament to pass it before the end of the current session, fears are growing that its continued obstruction will disrupt the investment environment and weaken the unity of oil decision-making.
Energy expert Mohammed Hawrami believes that the continued absence of the law represents an economic and legislative failure that has had direct repercussions on oil wealth management and the general budget, as well as declining attractiveness for foreign investment in the energy sector.

Hawrami explained that postponing the approval of the law during this session means postponing the decision to a new session, along with the accompanying new tensions over powers and revenue sharing, making any further disruption costly to the national economy. He
added that the absence of a legal framework has created a state of administrative and financial chaos between the central government, the region, and the producing provinces, and has deprived Iraq of the ability to formulate a unified production and investment policy. This has negatively impacted the confidence of foreign companies awaiting stable legislation that guarantees the sustainability of their operations.
He pointed out that Iraq needs annual investments exceeding $15 billion to develop the oil and energy sector and improve refining and export capacities.

However, the absence of legal regulation of contracts and financial distribution makes the investment environment risky and limits the entry of major companies into the market. Hawrami emphasized that the current parliament’s window of opportunity is almost running out, requiring urgent action to adopt the law before the end of the session, as continued disruption means postponing any real economic transformation towards diversification and sustainable development.

For his part, Bassem Nughmish, a member of the Parliamentary Oil and Gas Committee, emphasized that the continued suspension of the law keeps the Iraqi economy mired in a cycle of rents and limits its ability to achieve balanced development.
Naghamish explained that the absence of the law means the absence of a regulatory framework for managing national wealth, which confuses financial planning, leads to disparities in the distribution of revenues between the center and producing provinces, and limits the state’s ability to implement a stable fiscal policy.

He pointed out that political disputes over powers and revenue-sharing mechanisms hinder the implementation of vital projects in the oil and energy sector and create an unstable environment for foreign investors seeking clear and stable legislation.
Naghamish added that delaying the enactment of the law deprives Iraq of billions of dollars in investment opportunities annually and weakens the state’s ability to transfer oil revenues into productive and development projects in the provinces. He stressed the need for the law to include clear mechanisms for financial governance, management of joint fields, and the establishment of a national fund for the

development of producing provinces.
Naghamish concluded by saying that the next phase requires a comprehensive political and economic settlement that removes the oil issue from tensions and ensures a unified law that balances the powers of the central government and the rights of the regions, transforming oil wealth from a source of contention into a lever for development and stability

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EXPERT: IRAQI BANKS NEED COMPREHENSIVE REFORM TO FREE THEMSELVES FROM THE RESTRICTIONS OF DOLLAR TRANSACTIONS.

Financial and banking expert Mustafa Hantoush confirmed on Monday that the banking sector in Iraq stands today on the threshold of a new phase, as it approaches liberation from restrictions on dealing in the dollar.

However, at the same time, it needs radical reforms to modernize its operational structure and enhance its efficiency. Hantoush said in a statement to Al-Maalouma Agency, that “about 90% of the Iraqi banking system is still subject to the influence of dollar restrictions due to suspicions and problems it has experienced over the past years,” noting that “it is expected that within less than three months, some banks will begin to gradually free themselves from these restrictions.”

(Mnt Goat: Oh…But I thought all UN imposed sanctions are over? So why still the restrictions on the dollar? More than that the use of the dollar to pay for imports and the sole peg to the dollar for currency peg.)

He added that “the banking process in Iraq is still limited in activity, as it requires the introduction of an integrated system that includes deposits, loan financing, and expanding investment areas, in addition to updating the standards in force in cooperation with the Central Bank of Iraq.”

He explained that “achieving full financial inclusion represents a fundamental step in developing the sector, through diversifying banking services and not being limited to current accounts only,” while stressing “the importance of strengthening relations with international banks and opening new correspondence channels that enable Iraqi banks to effectively integrate into the international financial system,” adding that “updating technical systems and simplifying procedures to serve citizens is a crucial stage in the reform process, provided that complications and administrative routine that hinder development and limit the efficiency of banking performance are avoided.”

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IN EXCHANGE FOR A SECOND TERM, A POLITICAL DEAL BETWEEN AL-SUDANI AND THE UNITED STATES AIMS TO RESOLVE THREE CONTENTIOUS ISSUES

(Mnt Goat: This is not about getting the RV but about the US support for Al-Sudani. Get it? There is another list for the Reinstatement but it is nice to see that two of these issues below are of the same. This makes it easy for Iraq to meet them.)

An official source in Anbar province revealed on Wednesday a political deal struck between Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani and American officials during his participation in the Sharm el-Sheikh summit. The deal stipulates the resolution of a number of sensitive disputed issues in exchange for American support for a second term.

The source told Al-Maalouma news agency, “Al-Sudani met with senior officials in the US administration on the sides of the summit and expressed his willingness to deal with three thorny issues, including:

1.dissolving the Popular Mobilization Forces, ending the role of resistance factions, and easing relations with Iran,

2.in addition to recognizing and supporting the two-state solution plan that includes recognizing Israel alongside Palestine.”

3.He added that “Al-Sudani made pledges to facilitate the entry of American companies to invest in Iraqi oil and gas fields, and to provide them with full security protection projects during the implementation of across all governorates.” Folks this is all about the Oil and Gas Law (or HCL).

The source indicated that “Al-Sudani expressed his willingness to make extensive concessions on a number of internal and regional issues, as part of his quest to obtain direct American support to renew his government term,” stressing that “this political offer was made in exchange for remaining in power.”

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IRAQ’S COORDINATION FRAMEWORK HAS LIMITED OPTIONS IN DISARMING FACTIONS

Tensions between Baghdad and Washington have been growing more strained in recent days, particularly after the telephone talks between Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who urged Iraq to disarm Iran-backed militias.

US President Donald Trump also sprung a surprise with the appointment of Iraqi-American businessman Mark Savaya as his special envoy to Iraq.

During their telephone call earlier this week, Rubio “highlighted the urgency in disarming Iran-backed militias that undermine Iraq’s sovereignty, threaten the lives and businesses of Americans and Iraqis, and pilfer Iraqi resources for Iran,” said the State Department.

“The Secretary reiterated the US commitment to working closely with Iraqi partners to advance our shared interests: safeguarding Iraqi sovereignty, bolstering regional stability, and strengthening our economic ties,” it added.

The talks have put the ruling Iran-backed Coordination Framework coalition in Iraq in a tight spot. Sources from the coalition said it met on Wednesday night to discuss the latest American position on Iraq. Rubio’s disarmament call sparked outrage in the coalition, which brings together Iraq’s most prominent Iran-backed Shiite political forces.

The meeting tackled the telephone call, as well as the framework agreement on the withdrawal of US troops from Iraq, said an informed source, according to local media. It also discussed security pledges between Baghdad and Washington.

These developments took place as debate is growing in Iraq about the future of relations with US, especially in wake of Savaya’s appointment, which observers interpreted as a shift in Washington’s policy towards Baghdad after years of “inaction”.

The Coordination Framework did not issue a statement after the meeting, but informed sources told Asharq Al-Awsat that its leaders have very limited options at their disposal when it comes to disarming the militias. Calculations related to the November 11 parliamentary elections have also taken precedence over this issue.

Iraq’s highest Shiite authority Ali al-Sistani had in June called for state monopoly over arms, warning that the circumstances that have prevailed in wake of the Iran-Israel war are “very dangerous”.

‘Conspiracies’

Former Prime Minister and head of the State of Law Coalition of the Coordination Framework Nouri al-Maliki, meanwhile, warned of “conspiracies against the political process in Iraq.” Speaking at an electoral gathering in Karbala, he described the upcoming polls as a “national and constitutional duty that must not be obstructed.”

“Parliament is the spirit of the state through which democracy is built and governments are formed,” he added.

He spoke of “threats targeting its national unity and elections,” saying they were part of a “broader plot targeting the Iraqi state and its democratic system.”

Former MP Haider al-Mulla told Asharq Al-Awsat that Hamas’s October 2023 attack against Israel marked a turning point in the region, as well as the “phase of relations between Shiite powers and the US and the beginning of a new phase between Washington and some Sunni forces in the region.” He predicted that “these changes will be capped with changes in Syria and collapse of the Iranian axis,” noting that Trump’s appointment of a new envoy is evidence of the new phase.

Iraq will feel the negative and positive repercussions of the changes in Syria and Iran, he remarked, stressing that the disarmament of militias is now “inevitable after the reasons for carrying weapons no longer exist.”

Media professor Ghaleb al-Daami told Asharq Al-Awsat that the latest American statements have put the Iraqi government “on the spot”, especially since its stances appear to be different than Washington’s. “The problem doesn’t lie with the government itself, but with its ties to the Coordination Framework, whose options are becoming more limited. The US is no longer willing to give it room to maneuver,” he said. Politician Abbas Abboud said relations between Baghdad and Washington are “facing their greatest test since 2003.”

Savaya’s appointment is a sign that the American administration “is no longer on side with the parties that were handling communication” with Iraq, he noted.

The Coordination Framework, for its part, does not have a united stance towards Washington in that it does not want to spark a crisis with it, while at the same time, it cannot abandon its regional commitments.

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THE IRAQI ECONOMY BETWEEN THE CHALLENGES OF RECESSION AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR ECONOMIC REFORM

Economist Manar Al-Obaidi confirmed on Thursday that the decline in inflation in Iraq may reflect an economic recession or be the result of economic reforms.
Al-Obaidi said in a Facebook post followed by (IQ): “The monthly inflation rate in Iraq rises by 0.1%, while the annual inflation rate falls by 0.3%.”

He added: “The goods that witnessed a decline in monthly and annual inflation rates are: food and beverages, clothing and shoes, home appliances, communications, restaurants and hotels, entertainment and culture”.

Al-Obaidi pointed out that “the decline in prices is a positive factor for the citizen, but its impact on the economy in general must be taken into account, as the decline in inflation may mean, in one of its reasons, that the supply of goods is greater than demand, which indicates a decline in the market and a decline in the culture of consumption.”
He continued: “It is necessary to link inflation rates to economic measurement rates, which are GDP growth, the number of new and newly created jobs, the unemployment rate, the number of registered companies, and the number of companies that have ceased operations.”

He concluded by saying: “Reading this data gives a clearer picture of whether this decline in inflation rates is the result of a recession that the Iraqi economy is suffering from, or whether it is the result of economic reforms”.

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EXCLUSIVE: THE US STATE DEPARTMENT OUTLINES TRUMP’S STRATEGY TOWARD IRAQ.

The US State Department outlined the Trump administration’s strategy toward Iraq on Friday, emphasizing that the United States prioritizes “trade over conflict.”

The ministry’s clarification came in an exclusive comment to Shafaq News Agency regarding how the US administration interpreted the letter of thanks recently sent by President Donald Trump to the President of the Kurdistan Region, Nechirvan Barzani, in which he praised his efforts in supporting “peacebuilding” and “ending regional conflicts.”

Last Wednesday, US President Donald Trump expressed his thanks and appreciation to Kurdistan Region President Nechirvan Barzani for his efforts to promote peace and peaceful coexistence, and his endeavors to end conflicts in the Middle East.

In this regard, a State Department spokesperson told Shafaq News Agency, “President Trump has prioritized trade over conflict,” noting that Washington “actively supports the growing interest of American companies in the Iraqi market.”

According to the spokesperson, these companies “will bring advanced technology, increased revenue, and improved customer service to Iraq,” as Iraq focuses on improving internal security and transparency. He reiterated the United States’ commitment to “partners across Iraq working to build a truly sovereign, stable, and prosperous state.”

He emphasized that the bilateral partnership aims to “protect Iraq’s sovereignty, enhance regional stability, and strengthen economic relations,” adding that this is “in line with the Strategic Framework Agreement between the United States and Iraq.”

The spokesman concluded by saying that this agreement includes cooperation on key issues such as “Iraq’s energy independence from Iran, the commercial investment climate, private sector and banking reforms, in addition to cultural preservation, educational opportunities, security, and defense.”

In his letter to Nechirvan Barzani, President Trump emphasized the importance of “overcoming old rivalries” for “a shared future of peace, success, and progress.”

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DETAILS OF THE LARGEST OIL DEALS IN IRAQ.. BAGHDAD SEEKS TO PRODUCE 8 MILLION BARRELS PER DAY

Iraq’s largest oil deals achieved a qualitative leap during the first nine months of 2025, after signing a series of strategic agreements and deals with major international companies to boost production and develop the oil sector’s infrastructure.

According to a recent economic survey, these moves were directly reflected in Baghdad’s plans to increase its export capacity and achieve an advanced position in global markets.

Iraq has concluded a series of huge contracts with British, American and Chinese companies, including the development of giant fields, investments in petrochemicals, pipeline projects, in addition to artificial intelligence and robotics technologies.

The largest oil deals in Iraq in 9 months indicate that Baghdad sets the goal of reaching production exceeding 8 million barrels per day in the coming years, as part of an integrated strategy aimed at diversifying sources of income and enhancing foreign direct investments.

Through these agreements, Iraq has consolidated its position on the list of the largest oil deals in the region and the world, proving that Baghdad is on a clear path towards regaining its position as a major player in global energy markets.

Developing oil reserves – January 2025

At the forefront of the largest oil deals in Iraq in January 2025 came a deal with the British company BP to develop reserves estimated at more than 9 billion barrels, with the aim of raising Iraq’s production to 8 million barrels per day within 3 years.

Under the agreement, the Iraqi Ministry of Oil is working with BP to redevelop the Kirkuk field and neighboring fields, as part of a preliminary agreement dating back to August 2024, which represents a major step among the largest oil deals in Iraq in the recent period.

The project also aims to refer the rehabilitation and development operations of 4 fields belonging to the North Oil Company to the British company, while adopting the latest technical methods, to reach the best production rates of oil and gas.

Two agreements with two American companies – February 2025

The list of the largest oil deals in Iraq was strengthened by the signing of two agreements with the American company Halliburton in February to develop the Nahr Bin Omar and Sinbad fields in Basra, in a move aimed at increasing production and achieving greater efficiency in investing national resources.

Under the agreements, Halliburton will begin field and evaluation studies of the two fields, while developing production plans that will raise the Nahr Bin Omar field from 45,000 barrels per day to 300,000 barrels per day, consolidating its role among the largest oil deals in Iraq.

The plans also include investing in associated gas and employing the latest technical and economic models to develop production, which enhances oil revenues and supports Iraq’s economic growth, according to what was reviewed by the specialized energy platform.

Artificial Intelligence Support – February 2025

Artificial intelligence was the hero of one of the largest oil deals in Iraq during February 2025, through an agreement to apply it in the East Baghdad field, with the Chinese company SBS, to develop monitoring technologies and improve the efficiency of oil extraction.

The deal aims to use advanced systems to monitor wells and reduce response time to faults, which enhances the operational performance of the field and reflects Iraq’s trend towards innovation, according to what was followed by the specialized energy platform.

The new system allows data to be integrated and analyzed directly via smartphones, making it easier for engineers to make immediate decisions, and making the East Baghdad field a model for modern technologies in the oil sector.

Development of 4 oil fields – March 2025

Baghdad continued to support the largest oil deals in Iraq, through a contract with the British oil company BP, to develop 4 fields in Kirkuk, adding 150,000 barrels per day to the country’s production capacity.

Under the deal, BP will invest about $25 billion in projects including oil, gas and water, making it one of the largest foreign investments, and dedicating this deal among the largest oil deals in Iraq for the year 2025.

This agreement returns the British company to Iraq after an absence since 2019, constituting a pivotal step in developing giant reserves and increasing production in the long term.

Technology for exploiting robots – March 2025

Baghdad witnessed a prominent deal among the largest oil deals in Iraq, which was the introduction of robots to detect oil pipeline malfunctions, in cooperation with the Chinese company “EBS”, which operates the southern eastern Baghdad field.

According to a statement from the Iraqi Ministry of Oil, the new technology allows for the detection and treatment of rust and leaks, which contributes to extending the life of the pipeline and increasing operating efficiency, making this deal a technical example among the largest oil deals in Iraq.

The plan includes the use of high-quality insulating coatings and the development of comprehensive maintenance programs, which will enhance the level of safety in crude oil transportation operations.

A pipeline to transport Iraqi oil – April 2025

An agreement between the Iraqi Ministry of Oil, the Italian Micobre coalition, and the Turkish Esta to build a pipeline with a design capacity of up to 2.4 million barrels per day came at the forefront of the largest oil deals in Iraq.

Under the contract, the pipeline will be built to increase the flexibility of oil export operations through the ports of Basra, Khor Al-Amaya and the floating platform, as the project is a fundamental pillar of Baghdad’s future plans to enhance the stability of its supplies and increase its oil revenues through modern infrastructure.

Iraq-China deal – May 2025

An important agreement with China occupied a prominent position among Iraq’s largest oil deals, which included a comprehensive agreement to develop the Touba field, establish a refinery and petrochemical plant, and thermal and solar power plants.

The deal aims to raise the field’s production to 100,000 barrels per day, in addition to establishing a refinery with a capacity of 200,000 barrels, along with petrochemical and fertilizer projects, to enhance industrial and economic integration, while supporting the country’s electricity sector.

Hamrin Field Development – July 2025

An agreement with the American company HKN to develop the Hamrin field entered the list of the largest oil deals in Iraq during the first 9 months of this year.

The deal, the details of which were reviewed by the specialized energy platform, aimed to increase the production of the Iraqi Hamrin field to 60,000 barrels per day, in addition to investing in associated gas.

Through this deal, Baghdad seeks to enhance its current production, amounting to 20 to 25 thousand barrels per day, so that the Hamrin field becomes an important pillar in the plans for the largest oil deals in Iraq.

The agreement also aims to support the local electricity sector through gas exploitation, enhancing integration between the oil and energy sectors.

Increased production of 7 fields – September 2025

Baghdad concluded the list of the largest oil deals in Iraq during the first 9 months of 2025, with a contract to secure the seawater network to support reservoir pressure and increase the production of 7 giant fields.

Under the deal, which Basra Oil Company signed with China’s CBB, a 950-kilometre network is scheduled to be built, making it one of the largest strategic projects among the largest oil deals in Iraq.

The plan aims to sustain the production of giant fields such as Rumaila, Zubair, West Qurna and Majnoon, in addition to supporting the Maysan and Dhi Qar fields, thus consolidating Iraq’s position in energy markets.

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THE 2026 BUDGET IS ON THE BACK FOOT: CONCERNS ABOUT ITS ENACTMENT AND QUESTIONS ABOUT THE 2025 SCHEDULES.

Despite the government’s failure to submit its 2025 budget schedules to the House of Representatives, resulting in the suspension of funding for a large number of projects and the disruption of employee bonuses and promotions, the government began preparing the 2026 budget at a time that observers described as late and pointless.

The Prime Minister’s financial advisor, Mazhar Mohammed Saleh, confirmed that the Ministry of Finance has begun preparing the 2026 budget, while determining the disbursement mechanism in the event that the budget cannot be approved.

Saleh said, “There are two hypothetical scenarios for the 2026 budget.”

He added, “The first scenario indicates a continuation of the expansionary approach to public spending,” assuming the price of oil remains stable at $70 per barrel, which remains subject to unstable market and international political balances, making this scenario fraught with risks.”

He explained that the second scenario, based on a price of $60 per barrel, represents a more conservative and realistic option, consistent with fiscal consolidation policies and the promotion of sustainability.

Saleh stressed the importance of diversifying revenue sources and activating non-oil sectors as the cornerstone for narrowing the deficit gap and ensuring long-term financial balance, while maintaining the hypothetical deficit ceiling of approximately 64 trillion dinars (about $49 billion) for hedging purposes.

Experts believe that the government’s commencement of preparing the 2026 budget at this time, despite the delay in the 2025 budget schedules, indicates attempts to secure a preliminary draft for the next government, but these efforts are not necessarily linked to actual implementation.

In the dead of time,
parliamentary Finance Committee member Ma’i Al-Kadhimi asserted that “the government’s commencement of preparing the 2026 budget comes at what he described as ‘lost time,’ just 20 days before the election date. The government is expected to become a caretaker government and the current parliament’s term will end, reducing the chances of actually completing the budget project.”

Al-Kadhimi told the Iraq Observer, “Preparing the 2026 budget at this stage does not necessarily mean that the next government will adhere to the submitted draft, as it is likely to make substantial amendments to it after its formation.” He noted that this draft may only constitute a preliminary basis for the new government.

He pointed out that “the 2025 budget, which relied on financial tables to facilitate the issuance of promotions and bonuses to employees, never reached the House of Representatives, causing these entitlements to be delayed despite the Finance Committee’s repeated emphasis on the need not to link them to tables.”

He added, “The Ministry of Finance insisted on not releasing promotions and bonuses until the schedules were completed, which has not happened.”

Al-Kadhimi explained that “the remaining time period does not allow for comprehensive negotiations between the Ministry of Finance and other ministries regarding their needs,” stressing that “time is not sufficient to prepare a comprehensive budget, whether operationally or investment-wise, which makes this project more of a guiding draft for the next government than a budget law ready for implementation.”

The 2025 budget schedules have been delayed, amid warnings from parliamentarians and economic experts that this delay has led to a partial paralysis in the Iraqi market and impacted the flow of financial dues to institutions and the private sector.

This delay comes more than two years after the approval of the three-year budget for the years 2023, 2024, and 2025 on June 12, 2023, which was considered the first of its kind in modern Iraqi history.

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TRUMP’S NEW ENVOY TO IRAQ: A NEW PAGE OF TRUST BETWEEN BAGHDAD AND WASHINGTON

The US Special Envoy to Iraq, Mark Savaya, confirmed today, Friday, that his mission is focused on rebuilding trust and strengthening the strategic partnership between Baghdad and Washington, noting that the relationship between the two countries is going through a delicate stage that requires direct and honest communication that serves the interests of the two peoples.

Savaya is the third US envoy to Iraq since 2003, after Paul Bremer during the period after the fall of the former regime, and Brett McGurk, who took over the mission at the height of the war against ISIS in 2014.

In an interview with Chaldean Press, Savaya said, “The United States does not seek to impose an agenda on Iraq, but rather to support an independent government capable of making its sovereign decisions with complete freedom”.

He added: “My goal is to work with all Iraqi parties –political, religious, and economic– to ensure a stable and prosperous Iraq that can be a true partner of the United States, away from regional conflicts”.

The US envoy pointed out that Iraq possesses enormous human and economic potential, and that investing it properly could make it a regional center for development and stability in the Middle East.

Savaya concluded his speech by saying: “My upcoming visit to Baghdad will be a clear message that Washington is committed to supporting a strong and unified Iraq, and that a new page of cooperation has already begun between the two countries”.

Last Sunday evening, US President Donald Trump announced the appointment of Mark Savaya as special envoy to Iraq, stressing through his Truth Social platform that “Mark’s deep understanding of the relations between Iraq and the United States and his broad connections in the region will contribute to strengthening the interests of the American people”.

Trump noted that Savaya was a prominent figure in his election campaign in Michigan, and contributed to achieving a record number of Muslim Americans voting for him.

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MARK SAVAYA IS COMING TO BAGHDAD WITH A MESSAGE: I WILL MAKE IRAQ GREAT AGAIN.

US Special Envoy to Iraq Mark Savaya affirmed on Friday that his mission focuses on rebuilding trust and strengthening the strategic partnership between Baghdad and Washington, noting that the relationship between the two countries is going through a phase that requires direct and honest communication that serves the interests of both peoples.

Mark Savaya is the third US envoy to Iraq, since Paul Bremer in 2003, and after Brett McGurk during the war against ISIS in 2014.

“The United States does not seek to impose an agenda on Iraq, but rather to support an independent government capable of making its own sovereign decisions,” Savaya said in an interview with Chaldean Press , translated by Shafaq News Agency.

He added, “My goal is to work with all Iraqi parties (political, religious, and economic) to ensure a stable and prosperous Iraq that can be a true partner to the United States, free from regional conflicts.”

According to the US envoy, Iraq possesses enormous human and economic potential, and if properly invested, it will become a regional hub for development and stability in the Middle East.

Savaya concluded his remarks by saying, “My upcoming visit to Baghdad will be a clear message that Washington is committed to supporting a strong and unified Iraq, and that a new page of cooperation has already begun between the two countries.”

Last Sunday evening, US President Donald Trump appointed Mark Savaya as special envoy to Iraq.

Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform, which was followed by Shafaq News Agency, that “Mark’s deep understanding of the relationship between Iraq and the United States, and his extensive connections in the region, will contribute to advancing the interests of the American people.”

He explained that Savaya was a “prominent figure” in Trump’s campaign in Michigan and contributed to a record number of Muslim American voters.

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AL-SUDANI: THE GOVERNMENT HAS ACHIEVED AN ECONOMIC TRANSFORMATION, WITH INTERNATIONAL ACCOLADES, IN LESS THAN THREE YEARS.

Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani affirmed on Thursday that the Iraqi government has achieved a real economic transformation in less than three years, as attested by international institutions. He noted that the results of the reforms adopted will become clear in the coming years.

During his reception of sheikhs and dignitaries of the Al-Izirj clan in Baghdad, according to a statement from his media office, Al-Sudani said, “The results of the sixth parliamentary elections will either establish stability that preserves what has been achieved during this period, or lead to regression and squandering of the achievements.” He pointed out that “there are those who practice lying, deception, and distortion in an attempt to influence the achievements made and confuse the scene.”

He continued, “Our government came into office during difficult circumstances, and from the first day of its term, it began addressing citizens’ needs and priorities.” He noted that “the government took an important step in appointing graduates and securing permanent contracts and lecturers.”

He pointed out that “the services file was a priority in our work through service efforts, completing stalled and suspended projects, and launching new projects in Baghdad and the governorates.” He added, “The ballot boxes will determine how the country will be run for the next four years, and voters must carefully choose who will represent them in the House of Representatives.”

He pointed out that “we have preserved Iraq’s security and stability, avoiding any emotional stances, while maintaining our principled position in support of the Palestinian cause.”

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US ENVOY SAVAYA: IRAQ IS IMPROVING DAY BY DAY AND THERE ARE NO LIMITS TO ITS CAPABILITIES

US President Mark Savaya’s envoy sent a message to Iraq.

“I want to make Iraq great again,” Savaya told the Chaldean Press.

He pointed out that he would like to “achieve peace and stability in the country by building strong bridges with the United States”, explaining that “Iraq is improving day by day, without limits to its capabilities”.

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AL-KARAWI: WTO MEMBERSHIP WILL GRANT IRAQ BROAD ECONOMIC AND TRADE PRIVILEGES.

The Director General of the General Company for Grain Trade at the Ministry of Trade, Haider Nouri Al-Karawi, confirmed on Sunday that Iraq has completed the vast majority of its World Trade Organization accession files and is close to completing the remaining files after nearly twenty years of efforts. He pointed out that membership will grant the country extensive economic and trade privileges, contribute to reducing customs duties, and attract international companies to invest in the Iraqi market.

Al-Karawi told Al-Iraqiya News, as reported by the Iraqi News Agency (INA), that “the process of joining the World Trade Organization requires a long period of time, and Iraq began working on this file in 2003 under the direct supervision of the Department of Foreign Economic Relations and the Minister of Trade.”

He added, “Iraq has completed the vast majority of the required files and is currently completing the final stages in preparation for formal membership in the organization,” noting that “some countries have taken more than twenty years to complete this process, so the period of time required by Iraq is no exception.”

Al-Karawi explained that “Iraq’s accession to the organization will grant it significant economic and trade privileges, most notably the protection of the rights of domestic and imported products, and the provision of joint mechanisms to facilitate trade, tax, and customs exchange with member states, which will positively impact the reduction of customs duties and the facilitation of import and export operations.”

He pointed out that “membership will help attract international companies by ensuring the protection of their products from counterfeiting and encouraging them to invest in the Iraqi market. It will also have a positive impact on lowering prices for consumers by strengthening legitimate competition and regulating markets.”

Al-Karawi explained that “Iraq is committed to implementing more than fifteen technical and legislative files as part of the accession requirements, including the file on product protection and global trademarks, which ensures that no party will imitate or market products similar to those of international companies.”

He added, “Completing these commitments gives foreign companies confidence in entering the Iraqi market.”

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RAISE YOUR HANDS IN PRAYER FOR AL-SUDANI’S SECOND TERM

(Mnt Goat: Like the 2024 elections for the U.S. the Iraqi elections too are the most important elections in post Saddam Hussein era. We better all pray that Al-Sudani gets a second term and not some Iranian backed nut case. But I don’t believe this will happen as the U.S. is watching this election very closely.)

Whoever wants to continue the wheel of construction, development and reconstruction, and to distance Iraq from regional tensions and the specter of war, and to restrict weapons to the state, and to preserve Iraq’s sovereignty, security and stability, let him make the election day a glorious day and a historic day for the coup against corruption, failure and hateful quotas.

Let the slogan of the entire Iraqi people be “Iraq First”, for no interest is higher than the interest of the Iraqi people in a free and dignified life and a happy people, and no construction, development and reconstruction can take place without the builder of the new Iraqi renaissance, Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani. So, raise your hands, O Iraqis, in supplication to God Almighty to grant you victory on November 11th.

A supporter brings you a second term, to put Iraq back on the path of progress and prosperity, all say yes to the builder of the renaissance of the new Iraq, Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, and the faithful guardian of its security and stability and keeping it away from the specter of war. In conclusion, I say (O God, support your faithful servant and the son of your servant, Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, with a divine and supportive victory that puts Iraq and its people on the path of construction, reconstruction, development and security, and brings the second term with an easier and faster effort than the haters and the resentful can imagine.

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AL-SARRAJ: THE COORDINATION FRAMEWORK IS THE ONE THAT DETERMINES THE NEXT PRIME MINISTER.

(Mnt Goat: Really? Hold on to your horses….not so fast…this process may all change in the Nov 2025 election cycle. Read the next article for the reason why. Trump, like Sadar wants the people’s voice to be the deciding factor in the elections. Will he get his wish?)

Political analyst Ibrahim Al-Sarraj said on Monday that the premiership for the next phase will be determined by the parties forming the Coordination Framework, and will not depend on the number of parliamentary seats won by each candidate or leader.

Al-Sarraj told Al-Maalouma, “The Coordination Framework refuses for Al-Sudani to be in power for a second term, even if he wins a majority of parliamentary seats in the next phase.”

He added, “The Coordination Framework has a political tradition that does not depend on the number of parliamentary seats in granting the premiership, but rather on consensus between the political parties, which is something that has been worked on in the past parliamentary sessions.”

He explained that “the premiership for the next phase will be determined exclusively by the parties forming the Coordination Framework, as it does not depend on the number of seats, but rather on the state of acceptance within the framework.”

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THE “LARGEST BLOC” NO LONGER MATTERS: THE TRUMP ADMINISTRATION SETS POST-ELECTION RULES

For the first time, the US begins to separate Iraq from the Iranian issue.

In the final days leading up to the Iraqi elections, scheduled to take place in 15 days, Tehran is attempting to retest the loyalty of its allies within the country, amid indications that the upcoming elections may produce a different political equation, one that favors a shift away from Iranian influence.

Political analysts indicate that an unprecedented international development is beginning to take shape, represented by the United States’ efforts to separate the Iraqi issue from the Iranian one. This trend is being witnessed for the first time in the past fifteen years, as part of the trajectory of American policy toward both Baghdad and Tehran.
Over the past week, political movements have been recorded in Baghdad on the Iranian and American fronts, reflecting what can be considered a state of “tug of war” between the two parties, as the elections scheduled for November 11th approach.
Who is controlling the factions?

Political circles describe what is currently happening as a “political rush” toward Washington by most parties, including wings within the “Coordination Framework” and even the “factions.”

Independent politician Mithal Al-Alusi says that everyone is “sending messages to America that they are the only ones capable of controlling the situation in the next phase after the elections.” He added to Al-Mada that “the administration of US President Donald Trump differs from previous administrations. It will not accept any group linked to Iran, and will not tolerate evasions.”

(See the next article below for the complete post-election rules from Trump. What do they mean?)

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AL-DULAIMI: TRUMP’S ENVOY DEMANDED CONTROL OF SEVEN SOVEREIGN MINISTRIES IN THE NEXT GOVERNMENT. INCLUDING THE CENTRAL BANK!!!

Abdul Sattar Mohammed al-Dulaimi, a member of the Azm Alliance, confirmed on Monday that US Special Envoy to Trump, Mark Savia, informed senior officials in the political process of the necessity of not interfering in the selection of senior positions and seven sovereign ministries.

Al-Dulaimi said in a statement to Al-Maalouma Agency, “The US envoy stressed that the selection of the presidency, the prime minister, and the speaker of the parliament, in addition to the ministries of interior, defense, finance, oil, and the central bank, will be subject to the American vision, without allowing the elected government to interfere in the files of these positions due to their sensitivity, according to what Savia informed him.”

He added that “the United States expressed its welcome for cooperation with Sunni and Shiite figures and from various components within the framework of forming an Iraqi government with American privilege,” noting that “senior officials received threats that corruption files concerning them would be exposed and their assets outside the country would be confiscated if they did not adhere to the American approach.”
Al-Dulaimi confirmed that “Safia is currently working to implement Trump’s plan in Iraq, which aims to impose complete control over political decisions.”

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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

October 23, 2025 Edition Latest Mnt Goat Newsletter

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October 23, 2025 Mnt Goat News Brief

Guten Tag everyone:

More concentration on the Project to Delete the Zeros. It is time and we will see this shortly.

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I recommend $10-$15 dollars a month or whatever you can afford. Do you realize I write eight (8) Newsletters every month. This is like a second job to me. The only way I know that people are reading and appreciating all the FACTUAL news I bring is through their appreciation. If I do not receive equal appreciation for all the hard work I do, I will simply end the Newsletter and save myself endless hours at the computer. I am tired of this RV saga just as you are. We are now down to the wire and the evidence is showing us the end is very near. I feel this would be a lousy time to end the Newsletter, but that is all up to you.

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STATUS OF THE RV

No! There is no RV or Reinstatement of the Iraqi dinar yet. Don’t let these intel gurus or internet idiots fool you with their hyped-up sites. They only want your clickity-clicks.

We don’t need rumors or bank stories. We don’t need three letter agency lies. We have FACTS and TRUTH on our side and will let them speak for themselves.

Last week, the CBI announced plans to remove zeros from dinar, as part of efforts to strengthen the national currency. I quote from today’s article “The matter of removing zeros from the Iraqi currency is a project that still exists and is ongoing. We are planning for it, and in the future, we will see progress on this matter,” Alaq said.

So, what project does Alaq mean? Of course, it’s the Project to Remove the Zeros.

Okay in my estimation this news came a bit late but who am I to debate it. Can the CBI conduct the project in just a few more months? …tick, tock, tick, tock. I am sure they have a time table. I am so sure because they told us. But who am I as I don’t work in the CBI.

😊 😊 Oops! They said is again….lol..lol..lol.. in the recent news once again the CBI confirms that they are moving ahead with the removing the zeros from the dinar. No longer historical stuff or futuristic someday stuff but NOW stuff. NOW, NOW, NOW! Get it? Let’s take a peek at the article titled “CENTRAL BANK: THE PROJECT TO REMOVE ZEROS FROM THE DINAR IS STILL ONGOING AND IS BEING PLANNED.” If you recall last week we had two other articles on this subject matter, then videos of the results of surveys given to the citizens on the subject matter. Now the CBI is confirming to the citizens the project is underway and we will see it soon. But when is “soon”? I can only guess it has to be between now and the end of December, right? Of course, if they still plan to reinstate in January 2026. We will shortly find out with only a few months to go.

I know that many of my readers may just float around and listen to a lot of the garbage information out there. That is your choice, but I strongly discourage this practice anymore. Then again many are serious about learning. Many may have thought I was lying or making too much out of what was said in last weeks articles about deleting the zeros. For some reason they can’t comprehend that this RV saga is quickly coming to an end.

I assure you of what my CBI contact told me is now all coming out in the news. It is undeniable now. So, let all the nay-sayers say what they want but this does not change the fact that we may be at the end of this RV saga and only just over a couple months to go.

The other article on this subject matter of removing the zeros is titled “NO OBSTACLES IN WAY OF WITHDRAWING OIL REVENUES FROM US BANKS” The article is mainly about the ability of Iraq to withdraw oil revenues from the banks in NYC under guardianship since 2003, I mean DFI money in dollars from the oil. But the interesting part about the article is it finishes with talk of removing the zeros. Why? Is there some correlation between the two topics or was this just an interview on various topics covered? Let’s explore both of these articles further. What is going on here.

I always like to start my analysis of defining first what we do know for sure:

The 2025 budget tables were delayed due to a drop in oil prices below the minimum $70 as budgeted to pay for it.

The Al-Sudani told us that these budget tables, thus project within them, are going to be rolled over in the 2026 budget.

The budget for Iraq is worked on in October and begins with the new fiscal year for Iraq in January 2026.

We were just told the budget tables for 2025 passed in parliament and had to be through legislative process again since they changed so much from the original tables. The new budget is now predicated off of oil at $60 not $70. They are going to take a more conservative approach.

Al-Sudani is heading for Washington to meet with president Trump and the US Treasury. The talking points are not yet clear, but I believe they are going to be mostly about the Iranian militia and the next election.

Al-Sudani told us almost a year ago, the dinar would be worth more than the dollar soon.

Kurdistan Region’s oil exports resumed on Saturday following a three-month tripartite agreement between Baghdad, Erbil and the international oil companies. Oil through the port of Cryan could double the oil exports for Iraq thus doubling their oil revenues.

Okay, so now if we take what they just said to us in these recent articles about deleting the zeros it appears to me, and was confirmed to me on Wednesday by my CBI contact that the CBI is going to fund the 2026 budget with the reinstatement and new rate.

When you read the articles, it ties the deleting of the zeros to the budget. Listen carefully. I quote “Central Bank Governor Ali Al-Alaq confirmed that the three-year budget “included very large expenditures and a high deficit,” noting that the issue of removing zeros from the dinar may witness developments in the coming period.”

In this quote from the article Al-Alaq is referring to the last three year budget and would have had a very large deficit attached to it, if they had gone forward with it. He is then saying by removing the zeros (thus revaluing the dinar) will resolve this issue in the coming period. You see something always gets mixed up or lost in the translation from Arabic to English. This is why I called my CBI contact in Iraq to clarify.

Of course, in the coming period (Oct-Dec) since they only have a few more months until January 2026 and need to conduct the removing the zeros prior to any reinstatement. Remember Iraq is hardly ever on time and so we may go inpart into January. Don’t expect the reinstatement right on January 1^st. This would be reall silly on your part and half-cocked and stupid. Get it? So the CBI is down to the last couple months to prepare and do it. We know the Project to Delete the Zeros MUST be done prior to the reinstatement. Let’s look at some more from the recent articles on removing the zeros.

Phenomena of the 20,000 dinar.

Al-Alq also said and I quote “He pointed out that, “With the renewed proposal for the zero-removal project, which is currently being prepared, the currency denominations will be restructured in general, including the 20,000 denomination.”

But there currently is no 20,000 three zero notes. Remember they cancelled this event to print and use these back years ago. So, what does this mean? It means they are going to have a 20 dinar note, as a new note that would have matched the 20,000 note, if they had issued them before. But they are going to now issue the 20,000 only in the background for banking purposes. The citizens should never see it. It is that simple, says my CBI contact, mystery solved.

Feel free to go to my blog link for the Project To Delete The Zeros, scroll down and take a peek at the list of the newer lower denominations the proposed in the past by the CBI. We must now add 20 dinar and 20,000 dinar notes to the list. We will soon see the new list also on the CBI website as they show us what all the newer lower denominations will look like. I am told this web page is prepared already and that the page is coming soon.

Then the CBI also told us “Last week, the CBI announced plans to remove zeros from dinar, as part of efforts to strengthen the national currency.” So, tell me just how can the CBI “strengthen the national currency” unless it takes some drastic measures like selling more oil, increasing non-oil revenues and revaluing the dinar? All of these events come together and are connected and integrated into the overall plan of creating stability in the dinar. This is why the CBI talked about the removing the zeros in the same breath as these other topics. Get It? I certainly hope everyone reading my Newsletter gets it. It is coming and so put the champagne in the frig… lol..lol..lol.. 😊

What else is in the news?

Meanwhile as the CBI moves ahead with the process of removing the zeros and preparing to help meet the 2026 budget through the reinstatement and new rate, there is still the lingering stigma of the Iranian militia that must be dealt with. Could this delay the action of the RV again?

In another article titled “AL-SUDANI AND THE US SECRETARY OF STATE DISCUSS COMPLETING US TRADE DEALS IN IRAQ”. In the article US Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasized again on Tuesday 10/21 that armed factions must be disarmed.

The US State Department said, “Secretary Rubio discussed, in contact with the Prime Minister of Iraq, efforts to complete US trade deals in Iraq”. According to the US State Department, Secretary Rubio stressed “the need to disarm the Iranian-backed factions that undermine Iraq’s sovereignty.” So, it appears to me that the US under the Trump administration is demanding a safer background in Iraq in order to conduct its business in Iraq. Having the Iranian militia in Iraq is not safe for the US. So, you see this article tells so much. These events are connected. Can Iraq find a way to peacefully work with Iran to rid Iraq of these militia terrorist organizations? This is not just going to go away… lol.. lol.. ☹

😊 In the article titled “SECRET PLEDGE IN SHARM EL-SHEIKH: AL-SUDANI PROMISES WASHINGTON TO SEVER TIES WITH TEHRAN” we learn that Former minister and MP Wael Abdul Latif confirmed that Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani pledged to the US administration during the Sharm el-Sheikh meetings to end relations with Iran and close the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) and armed factions files, in exchange for Washington’s support for his second term.

Is this promise enough or will the US demand action first before supporting Al-Sudani for a second term. Also when it comes to removing the zeros and the revaluation, don’t you think this promise made over a year ago has to be made good for him to gain confidence and support for reelection? Just saying…

Then this article pops out titled “AL-SUDANI CALLS ON WASHINGTON NOT TO TAKE UNILATERAL ACTION AFTER RUBIO’S COMMENTS ABOUT MILITIAS.” Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudlani offered a different account of what transpired in his phone call with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio tonight. The Iraqi statement omitted any mention of “disarming militias” in the next phase, contrary to what the US statement contained. However, al-Sudlani used a suggestive phrase when he called on Washington not to take any unilateral action outside the framework of communication and consultation. In other words Al-Sudani is fearful that the US military in Iraq would take forceful actions against the militias without the approval or knowledge even of the GOI. He is being precautionary. I just want to point out the severity of the situation with the militias in Iraq.

Why didn’t the past two US administrations kickout the militias?

Why wait for the Trump administration to do it? Oh….didn’t I tell you almost a decade ago what issues allowing these militia to stay in Iraq would eventually cause? So, now we see Iraq is being bit by their own stupidity once again. How could they possibly believe it would be okay to leave Iranian militia inside their country when the US sacrificed lives to free their nation? Did they believe the US government was that stupid to allow it in the long term? I also have to say that maybe the government under the Obama and Biden administrations couldn’t give a damn and actually wanted to continue supporting the funding to Iran from Iraq? Why didn’t these other administrations crack down on these militias then? One has to ask these important questions. Something is very fishy about the foreign policy of these two prior administrations (Obama and Biden) towards Iraq and Iran. That’s twelve years!

Just so you know there are also two other article on this same subject titled “SUDANESE TO US SECRETARY OF STATE: ANY UNILATERAL STEPS OUTSIDE THE FRAMEWORK OF COMMUNICATION AND CONSULTATION MUST BE AVOIDED”

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“RUBIO TO AL-SUDANI: THE FACTIONS ARE PLUNDERING STATE RESOURCES FOR THE BENEFIT OF IRAN AND MUST BE DISARMED”

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio informed Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani on Tuesday evening “of the need to expedite the disarmament of pro-Iranian armed factions in the country”. During the call, Rubio discussed “Iranian-backed militias in Iraq threaten the lives and businesses of Americans and Iraqis alike, and plunder Iraqi resources for the benefit of Tehran”.

Do you believe that ridding Iranian militia is important to the US? Could this lead to a delay in the reinstatement if not done on timing for January 2026? Leave a comment below.

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““BREAKTHROUGHS ARE ON THE WAY”

You can start watching the video at the 49:37 mark.

All I can say is this one is amazing and coincides exactly what we are now hearing form Iraq and the coming transfer of wealth.

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SILVER VAULTS RUN DRY AS SHORTAGE TRIGGERS PANIC. Physical silver not available to meet demand.

There are so many recent prophecies about Gold and Silver.
It is key to the “RESET”.

15 THINGS TO DO IF YOU GET RICH ALL OF A SUDDEN

15 ASSETS THAT ARE MAKING PEOPLE RICH/RICHER

HERE’S HOW TO MAKE YOUR ASSETS INVISIBLE FROM CREDITORS

JUST THE FACTS OF THE SCHUMER SHUTDOWN

No, it is not going to be democrat business as usual! A shift in how the government is going to be run in the future, and the future is now.

IS IT TIME FOR JUSTICE FOR JACK SMITH

THE “SHIT” IS ABOUT TO HIT THE FAN FOR SHIFTY SHIT-SCHIFF.

Will he be next on the list of people indicted? It’s coming….trust me on this one.

IT IS REVEALED ‘NO KINGS’ RALLIES SPONSORED BY COMMUNIST PARTY IN USA

I guess Soros and the CCP couldn’t even pay the paid protestors enough to come out and riot. Did you ever see a bigger bunch of bullshit?

SCHUMER IS PREPARING TO SURRENDER

SOME PEOPLE JUST DON’T BELONG IN CONGRESS

This is what happens when you use a position of trust and honor to play an activist role. I have never seen anything so disrespectful in the house chambers before by any one individual. She is fighting for Palestine and her Muslim district who immigrated from Palestine. This is how she gains votes and stays in her position. It is the new game many of these newer democrats want to play. Just pay attention to “the squad”. Obviously, she is showing off for the cameras. Dumb people who don’t know any better buy into this crap. Oh…. so how many democrats have we watched being thrown out of hearings or public meetings? They are scared that they are next to go. No worries though, your just the small fry, the Grand Jury is in the process of going after the big fish first.

CENTRAL BANK: THE PROJECT TO REMOVE ZEROS FROM THE DINAR IS STILL ONGOING AND IS BEING PLANNED.

22-10-25 (October 22, 2025)

Central Bank Governor Ali Al-Alaq confirmed that the three-year budget “included very large expenditures and a high deficit,” noting that the issue of removing zeros from the dinar may witness developments in the coming period.

On the sidelines of Al-Alaq’s participation in the Duhok Conference on Economic and Financial Problems in Iraq and the Kurdistan Region, Al-Alaq said, “The budget for the three years included very large expenditures, which is why the deficit was high. However, there is ongoing coordination between the Central Bank and the Ministry of Finance to achieve a high degree of financial stability.”

He added, “The issue of removing zeros from the Iraqi currency is an ongoing project that is being planned, and we may hear developments regarding it in the coming period.”

He pointed out that, “With the renewed proposal for the zero-removal project, which is currently being prepared, the currency denominations will be restructured in general, including the 20,000 denomination.”

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NO OBSTACLES IN WAY OF WITHDRAWING OIL REVENUES FROM US BANKS.

The governor of the Central Bank of Iraq (CBI) said Wednesday there are no obstacles in the way of withdrawing oil revenues from US banks, amid recent reports that Washington has sanctioned tens of Iraqi banks due to alleged violations involving illegal dollar transactions.

“There are no obstacles or barriers,” Ali Alaq told Rudaw on the sidelines of the second scientific conference of the College of Administration and Economics at the University of Duhok. “We receive… US dollars daily and convert it directly to Iraqi dinars to meet the needs of the Ministry of Finance and pay those who are entitled to dollars in exchange for dinars.”

Iraq’s oil revenues are deposited in US banks, namely the Federal Reserve, for the purpose of stabilizing Iraqi dinar, management of inflation, and several other critical reasons. The practice originated after the 2003 invasion under UN and US oversight.

In August, Iraq Observatory reported that 35 of the 72 banks currently operating in Iraq have been sanctioned by the US due to alleged violations of illegal US dollar transactions. Oil revenue is Iraq’s main source of income, and the federal government relies on oil sales to cover its costs and pay the salaries of its civil servants.

Iraq has generated an estimated revenue of $7.1 billion in August oil exports, reported the country’s oil ministry.

Issues around budget deficiencies

In June 2023, Iraq passed a three-year budget that included a record $152 billion in spending, allocating 12.6 percent to the Kurdistan Region.

“The three-year budget contains significant expenditures, which is why the deficit has increased,” Alaq warned, adding there is, however, “coordination between the Ministry of Finance and the Central Bank to ensure greater financial stability.”

He added there are “plans being implemented in coordination between the government and the Central Bank to establish a foundation for financial sustainability that will not face shortages and problems.

“The programs that the government and Central Bank are working on include increasing non-oil revenues to protect against the shocks that hit Iraq’s economy.

“I believe there will be significant progress on this matter in the future. Financial sustainability is an important and fundamental goal that we are all working on.”

Under Iraq’s three-year budget plan for 2023-2025, it was decided that the federal government’s revenues and expenditures would follow a set framework, with the finance ministry preparing an updated revenue and expenditure table each year for parliamentary approval.

However, the 2025 budget table has yet to be submitted to Parliament. In practice, even when such tables are prepared, the figures often differ significantly from actual revenues and expenditures, as seen over the past two years.

Removing zeros from currency

Last week, the CBI announced plans to remove zeros from dinar, as part of efforts to strengthen the national currency.

“The matter of removing zeros from the Iraqi currency is a project that still exists and is ongoing. We are planning for it, and in the future, we will see progress on this matter,” Alaq said.

Iraq’s national currency, the dinar, has recently demonstrated strong signs of recovery, with the market rate steadily approaching the official exchange rate of 1,320 IQD to the US dollar. After a turbulent period of volatility and speculation

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AL-SUDANI AND THE US SECRETARY OF STATE DISCUSS COMPLETING US TRADE DEALS IN IRAQ

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Tuesday that armed factions must be disarmed.

The US State Department said, “Secretary Rubio discussed, in contact with the Prime Minister of Iraq, efforts to complete US trade deals in Iraq“. According to the US State Department, Secretary Rubio stressed “the need to disarm the Iranian-backed factions that undermine Iraq’s sovereignty.”

He continued, “The armed factions supported by Iran in Iraq threaten the lives and businesses of Americans and Iraqis”. He added, “The Iraqi factions are plundering Iraqi resources for the benefit of Iran”. Minister Rubio stressed “Washington’s commitment to working closely with the Iraqis to promote common interests”.

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SUDANESE TO US SECRETARY OF STATE: ANY UNILATERAL STEPS OUTSIDE THE FRAMEWORK OF COMMUNICATION AND CONSULTATION MUST BE AVOIDED

Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani warned during a phone call with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio of unilateral steps outside the framework of communication and consultation.

His media office stated, in a statement it received (IQ), “Al-Sudani received a phone call from US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and they discussed ways to strengthen bilateral relations between the Republic of Iraq and the United States of America, and continue joint efforts aimed at consolidating the deep and multidimensional partnership between the two countries, in the political, economic, cultural, security and military fields”.

Al-Sudani reiterated, “The Iraqi government is keen to continue the momentum of bilateral cooperation and move forward in implementing the agreements and understandings reached during the past months, especially those related to expanding economic ties, developing an investment environment that attracts business, and creating a climate for American investments and companies in Iraq, in a way that embodies the common vision between the two countries.”

He stressed that “the friendly relations between Baghdad and Washington are based on constructive dialogue and continuous communication through multiple channels, which enhances common interests and establishes mutual trust, within a framework of continuous consultation and coordination to achieve common goals,” stressing “the need to avoid any unilateral steps outside the framework of communication and consultation.”

The two sides discussed the constitutional entitlement in the upcoming elections in Iraq, where Al-Sudani stressed “the government’s keenness to strengthen the democratic path in a way that consolidates political stability and sustainable development in Iraq”.

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RUBIO TO AL-SUDANI: THE FACTIONS ARE PLUNDERING STATE RESOURCES FOR THE BENEFIT OF IRAN AND MUST BE DISARMED

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio informed Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani on Tuesday evening of the need to expedite the disarmament of pro-Iranian armed factions in the country. During the call, Rubio discussed with Al-Sudani efforts to complete American trade deals in Iraq, stressing the need to disarm Iranian-backed militias that undermine Iraq’s sovereignty.

The US Secretary of State added, “Iranian-backed militias in Iraq threaten the lives and businesses of Americans and Iraqis alike, and plunder Iraqi resources for the benefit of Tehran”. At the end of his phone call with Al-Sudani, Minister Rubio stressed Washington’s commitment to “working closely with the Iraqis to promote common interests.”

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AL-SUDANI CALLS ON WASHINGTON NOT TO TAKE UNILATERAL ACTION AFTER RUBIO’S COMMENTS ABOUT MILITIAS.

Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudlani offered a different account of what transpired in his phone call with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio tonight. The Iraqi statement omitted any mention of “disarming militias” in the next phase, contrary to what the US statement contained. However, al-Sudlani used a suggestive phrase when he called on Washington not to take any unilateral action outside the framework of communication and consultation.

Statement from Al-Sudani’s office:

Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani received a phone call from US Secretary of State Marco Rubio.

During the call, they discussed ways to strengthen bilateral relations between the Republic of Iraq and the United States of America, and continued joint efforts aimed at consolidating the deep and multidimensional partnership between the two countries in the political, economic, cultural, security, and military fields.

The Prime Minister reiterated the Iraqi government’s commitment to continuing the momentum of bilateral cooperation and moving forward with implementing the agreements and understandings reached over the past months, particularly those related to expanding economic ties, developing an attractive investment environment for business, and creating a climate for American investments and companies in Iraq, in a way that embodies the shared vision between the two countries.

Mr. Al-Sudani emphasized that the friendly relations between Baghdad and Washington are based on constructive dialogue and continuous communication through multiple channels, which enhances common interests and consolidates mutual trust, within a framework of ongoing consultation and coordination to achieve common goals. He emphasized the need to avoid any unilateral steps outside the framework of communication and consultation.

The two sides also discussed the constitutional requirements for the upcoming elections in Iraq, with the Prime Minister affirming the government’s commitment to strengthening the democratic process to consolidate political stability and sustainable development in Iraq.

US State Department statement:

The US Secretary of State discussed efforts to complete US trade deals in Iraq in a call with the Iraqi Prime Minister.

– Iran-backed militias in Iraq threaten the lives and businesses of Americans and Iraqis. US Secretary of State Rubio stressed the need to disarm Iranian-backed militias that undermine Iraq’s sovereignty.

The US Secretary of State affirmed Washington’s commitment to working closely with Iraqis to advance common interests.

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ELECTIONS AND THE “SECOND TERM”.. QAANI INTERVENES TO CONTAIN A HEATED DISPUTE BETWEEN THE FRAMEWORK LEADERS

(Don’t be surprised if Qaani ends up dead soon.)

On Tuesday, political sources revealed escalating differences within the coordination framework related to the use of state resources and political influence in electoral propaganda for a number of lists within the framework, at a time when Iranian parties entered the mediation line to contain tension.

One of the sources told Shafaq News Agency, “A disagreement emerged between some of the main forces within the coordination framework regarding the employment of state institutions and their capabilities to serve election campaigns, in addition to other differences regarding the management of the electoral file and financing, which prompted external parties to intervene to humidify the atmosphere and emphasize the unity of the Shiite ranks.”

According to the source, “The commander of the Quds Force of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard, Ismail Qaani, during his recent visit to Iraq to offer condolences on the death of the wife of the highest religious authority, held individual meetings with the leaders of the Coordination Framework forces, during which he stressed the need to preserve the unity of the Shiite position and leave differences aside before the upcoming elections.”

In this context, the representative of the Badr bloc, Madiha Al-Moussawi, downplayed the importance of this news, and said in her interview with Shafaq News Agency, “What is happening within the framework is a difference in visions and not a political disagreement, and this situation is healthy in any political process”.

Regarding talk about renewing the second term of Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, al-Moussawi confirmed that “talk about this is very early, and the issue of naming the next prime minister remains subject to the understandings of all political forces after the elections.”

After being the main political support framework for the Sudanese government since its formation in October 2022, the internal competition between its forces has come to light as the elections approach, especially over who has the greatest government influence and resources to employ in the next vote.

During the past few months, Qaani’s interventions to contain the Shiite division have increased, especially between the parties within the framework who are considered Tehran’s political allies, in the hope of keeping them in the same alliance after the announcement of the results of the upcoming elections.

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ON AN “UNANNOUNCED” VISIT.. QAANI MEETS WITH POLITICAL AND ARMED LEADERS IN BAGHDAD

Revealed An informed political source said on Tuesday evening that the commander of the Quds Force of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps, General Ismail Qaani arrived in the Iraqi capital, Baghdad, on a visit “other than Announcing, he met with a number of leaders.

And he said The source told Shafaq News Agency, “Qaani arrived in Baghdad today and met with a number of leaders there.” Shiite political forces and armed factions, on a visit whose nature is unknown, as well None of the leaders mentioned that Qaani held his meetings.

And in Earlier today, political sources revealed escalating disagreements within the coordination framework related to the use of State resources and political influence in electoral propaganda for a number of affiliated lists Within the framework, at a time when Iranian parties entered the mediation line to contain the tension.

And tell One of the sources, Shafaq News Agency, said, “The commander of the Quds Force in the Iranian Revolutionary Guard, Ismail Qaani, during his recent visit to Iraq to offer condolences on the death of the wife of the highest religious authority, He held individual meetings with the leaders of the Coordination Framework forces, during which he stressed the need to maintain Unifying the Shiite position and leaving differences aside before the next elections.

And during recent months, Qaani’s interventions to contain the Shiite division have increased, especially between the parties within the framework who are considered Tehran’s political allies, hoping to keep them in the same alliance After announcing the results of the upcoming elections.

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THE IRAQI ECONOMY IS IN A NEW TEST: THE DECLINE OF THE DINAR AND THE CHALLENGES OF OIL HEGEMONY

The Iraqi dinar is suffering from increasing pressures, represented recently by its loss of about 5% of its value in late 2024, in light of internal and external challenges, most notably the decline in cash reserves, the rise in demand for the dollar in parallel markets, and excessive reliance on oil revenues.

In this regard, Sadiq Al-Rikabi, Director of Economic Research at the World Center for Development Studies in the United Kingdom, believes that the decline of the dinar is partly linked to the failure of some banks to adhere to regulatory rules, in addition to the strict American restrictions on foreign transfers, especially towards Iran.
He pointed out that dollar smuggling and leniency in dealing with the sanctions imposed on Tehran reduced the availability of the dollar in the Iraqi market, which led to an increase in its value against the dinar.

A parallel market destroys confidence
The crisis has worsened with parallel market activity, with the dollar dominating transactions and the dinar gradually weakening in value. Al-Rikabi explained that chronic dependence on oil and weak local production keep the dinar vulnerable to decline, without a real production support to support it.

Al-Rikabi highlighted another dilemma, which is the lack of trust between citizens and the banking system, noting that about 98 trillion Iraqi dinars are traded outside the banking system, which reflects the lack of trust in the banking sector, in addition to the lack of banking development to attract depositors.

Worrying future repercussions
Al-Rikabi warned that the continued decline of the dinar could lead to inflation and rising prices, which would push the private sector to refrain from investing or expanding, and delay the wheel of development.

However, he expressed optimism about the existence of large reserves and the government’s intention to diversify the economy, which may support stability in the long term.

For his part, the Prime Minister’s Advisor for Financial Affairs, Mazhar Mohammed Saleh, stressed that currency stability requires coordination between the Central Bank and the government, with greater openness to international institutions, and activating economic policy tools according to a comprehensive development vision.
He pointed out the success of monetary policy in curbing inflation to less than 3%, supported by foreign reserves amounting to $100 billion, and a fixed official exchange rate of 1,320 dinars per dollar.

He added that diversifying non-oil revenues through reforming the tax system and developing customs control is a pillar for achieving a sustainable economic balance.
He also stressed the importance of the shift towards a digital economy and expanding financial inclusion, as the percentage of adults with bank accounts rose to 40% in just one year.

Transparency is the key to stability
As for economic expert Ahmed Abd Rabbo, he called for an integrated package to control the market, including controlling public spending, expanding the production base, and regulating the movement of the dollar.

He stressed the importance of transparency in currency auctions and tightening control over external transfers, with the need to use cash reserves with caution. He also considered political stability a crucial factor in protecting the value of the dinar, noting that any unrest would boost demand for the dollar as a safe haven and put pressure on the local currency.

At the conclusion of his speech, Abd Rabbo stressed that building a diversified economy capable of generating hard currency from non-oil sectors is the only way to protect the dinar from market and political fluctuations.

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THE CENTRAL BANK DEVELOPS THE STRUCTURE OF EXTERNAL FINANCIAL TRANSFERS: A DECISIVE STEP AGAINST MANIPULATION AND SMUGGLING

In a new effort to limit foreign currency smuggling and regulate foreign trade, the Central Bank of Iraq has taken a decisive step by issuing binding instructions to regulate the mechanism for dealing with commercial invoices in all licensed banks, in coordination with the Ministry of Finance and the General Authority of Customs, within the framework of implementing Cabinet Resolution No. (569) of 2025.

These measures come within the framework of the national project to automate and modernize customs, and aim to enhance transparency and control over external financial transfer operations, at a time when Iraq is witnessing increasing challenges in controlling the movement of funds and intensifying control measures to reduce manipulation and smuggling.

As of Wednesday, January 1, 2025, the Central Bank of Iraq suspended the approved electronic platform for selling dollars to banks and companies at the official rate of 1,320 dinars per dollar.

Deputy Governor of the Central Bank, Ammar Khalaf, said in statements to reporters that work on the electronic platform related to the dollar has stopped, but financing foreign trade continues through banks in accordance with parallel mechanisms in force in countries around the world.

In a related statement, the Central Bank of Iraq explained earlier that this transition went through multiple stages that the external transfer process went through, which began with the window for buying and selling foreign currency and moved to the stage of the electronic platform for external transfers, and ended with the processes of gradually strengthening balances during the year 2024 and was fully achieved in the last week of that year.

The Central Bank of Iraq recently issued a new circular to all licensed banks, which included detailed instructions regarding commercial invoices whose assets are required to be transferred abroad, based on the directives of the Ministry of Finance and the General Authority of Customs, and within the framework of facilitating the implementation of Cabinet Resolution No. (569) of 2025.

According to the circular, it was decided to include in the commercial invoice a set of basic information, most notably: the invoice number and date, payment and shipping terms, currency and value, and the global Harmonized Customs Code (HS Code), provided that it is not less than six digits, in addition to the exporter and importer’s data, and an accurate description of the goods, their origin, brand, quantity, unit of measurement, unit price, and total price.

The circular also indicated the adoption of one of two types of invoices: either the final commercial invoice, or the initial invoice attached to the sales contract, provided that the final invoice contains all the data contained in the initial invoice.

The Central Bank confirmed that these instructions will be officially adopted in financial transfer and customs clearance operations starting from November 1, 2025.

In addition, the Prime Minister’s Advisor for Financial and Economic Affairs, Mazhar Muhammad Saleh, said that the new measures announced by the Central Bank of Iraq with the aim of preventing dollar smuggling, which will be implemented starting next month, “look good now”.

Saleh added during his interview with Al-Eqtisad News, “It is a fact that we can wait for its effectiveness, but it seems good now”, referring to the possibility of evaluating the results of these measures after they actually begin to be implemented.

In turn, the Eco Iraq Observatory commented on the new instructions issued by the Central Bank of Iraq regarding regulating commercial invoices for financial transfer and customs clearance operations, considering that they represent an important step towards enhancing transparency and controlling financial procedures.

The Observatory said that Circular No. (267/4/9) dated October 15, 2025, directed licensed banks to include in commercial invoices basic information related to payment and shipping terms, value and currency of the invoice, and the global customs harmonized code, in addition to the addresses of the importer and exporter, a description of the goods, their origin and brand, in addition to the quantity, unit price and total price.

Eco Iraq explained that the Central Bank stipulated the adoption of one of two types of invoices: either the final commercial invoice, or the initial invoice attached to the sales contract, provided that the final invoice contains all the data of the initial invoice.

The Observatory confirmed that implementation of these instructions will begin on November 1, 2025, noting that the decision falls within the National Automation Project, which seeks to regulate external transfer operations more precisely and reduce loopholes that may be exploited in manipulation or evasion operations.

Eco Iraq considered that the new instructions represent a positive step towards unifying banking and customs procedures, and contribute to reducing errors and improving the level of control over commercial transactions, which supports the project to modernize customs and financial governance in Iraq.

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AL-SARRAJ: THE COORDINATION FRAMEWORK IS THE ONE THAT DETERMINES THE NEXT PRIME MINISTER.

Al-Sarraj told Al-Maalouma, “The Coordination Framework refuses for Al-Sudani to be in power for a second term, even if he wins a majority of parliamentary seats in the next phase.”
He added, “The Coordination Framework has a political tradition that does not depend on the number of parliamentary seats in granting the premiership, but rather on consensus between the political parties, which is something that has been worked on in the past parliamentary sessions.”

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SECRET PLEDGE IN SHARM EL-SHEIKH: AL-SUDANI PROMISES WASHINGTON TO SEVER TIES WITH TEHRAN

Former minister and MP Wael Abdul Latif confirmed that Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani pledged to the US administration during the Sharm el-Sheikh meetings to end relations with Iran and close the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) and armed factions files, in exchange for Washington’s support for his second term.

In a statement monitored by the Jarida Platform, Abdel Latif said, “The Prime Minister has clearly expressed his willingness to move away from the Iranian axis in exchange for political support from the United States to renew his term,” noting that this pledge was one of the most prominent topics of the meetings held on the sidelines of the Sharm el-Sheikh summit.

He added that “US envoy Mark Savaya did not come to Iraq to survey or sleep, but rather to follow up on sensitive issues related to the Popular Mobilization Forces, armed factions, and the Iraqi economy,” noting that “his presence reflects profound political and security implications, paving the way for a new phase in the relationship between Baghdad and Washington.”

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IRAQ SELLS FIRST SHIPMENT OF KURDISH OIL AFTER EXPORTS RESTART

02-10-2025

ERBIL, Kurdistan Region – The Iraqi government on Thursday sold the first shipment of oil from the Kurdistan Region in Turkey, just days after exports resumed following a suspension of more than two years, Oil Minister Hayyan Abdul Ghani told Rudaw.

“Today at 12 pm, the first oil ship carrying Kurdistan Region oil was sold and left Ceyhan port,” said the minister,” adding that the ship was carrying 650,000 barrels of oil.

Kurdistan Region’s oil exports resumed on Saturday following a three-month tripartite agreement between Baghdad, Erbil and the international oil companies. Exports were halted in March 2023 after a Paris-based arbitration court ruled that Ankara had violated a 1973 pipeline agreement by allowing Erbil to independently export oil beginning in 2014.

“The oil that is exported through the [Turkey-Iraq] Pipeline is collected daily in the storage facilities at Ceyhan port and exported in stages,” Abdul Ghani noted.

Abdul Ghani on Saturday stressed that the resumption of Kurdistan Region’s oil exports will not affect Iraq’s compliance with its latest OPEC commitments, saying “they have already been counted as part of OPEC’s quota.”

On Wednesday, the minister told Rudaw that Iraq aims to increase daily oil output from 4.4 million bpd to 5.5 million bpd by the end of the year.

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IRAQ POCKETS OVER $7 BILLION IN AUGUST OIL REVENUE: MINISTRY

29-09-2025

ERBIL, Kurdistan Region – Iraq has generated an estimated revenue of $7.1 billion in August oil exports, reported the country’s oil ministry on Monday, as global oil prices dropped to $68.

The ministry said Baghdad exported over 104.8 million barrels of oil, at an average rate of 3.4 million barrels per day and an average price of 67.7 dollars per barrel.

“The total quantity of crude oil exports, including condensates, amounted to 104,806,884 barrels… with revenues amounting to more than $7,160,253,000,” the ministry said.

Oil revenue is Iraq’s main source of income, and the federal government relies on oil sales to cover its costs and pay the salaries of its civil servants.

The ministry’s report comes days after Kurdistan Region’s oil exports resumed, more than two years after suspension, following an interim agreement between Baghdad, Erbil and oil companies.

Oil prices dropped on Monday after Kurdish oil exports resumed to the international market, coupled with OPEC+ plans for another oil production increase in November.

Oil exports from the Kurdistan Region through the Iraq-Turkey pipeline had been suspended since March 2023, when a Paris-based arbitration court found that Ankara had violated a 1973 pipeline agreement with Baghdad by allowing Erbil to independently export oil since 2014.

Iraq’s Minister of Oil Hayyan Abdul Ghani commented on the agreement on Friday, saying that for the first time in 20 years the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) has agreed to send 190,000 barrels of oil per day to Iraq’s State Oil Marketing Organization (SOMO) and some 50,000 barrels will be kept for internal use and managed by Erbil’s Ministry of Natural Resources.

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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.”

FOUR COUNTRIES DOMINATE GLOBAL OIL RESERVES

MARK SAVAYA ARRIVES IN ERBIL

STATUS OF THE RV

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What will this new year bring?

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

Just the FACTS!

PRAYING WITH SINCERITY

Prophetic Words from prophet: Julie Green

“Marshal Law Is Coming Shortly: Last Warning”

“Babylon Has Fallen”

“Deep State Secrets Are About To Come Pouring Out”

PROPHECIES FULFILLED—VENEZUELA

DON BOSCO EXPOSED THE DARK SECRET BEHIND ISLAM

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FBI & ICE RAID MINNEAPOLIS SOMALI MAYOR’S OFFICE — 9700 POUNDS OF DRUGS & $440M SEIZED

HOW RADICAL ISLAM TURNED IRAN FROM PARADISE TO A HELL HOLE

RECENT HEARING ON JAN 6TH PIPE BOMB INVESTIGATION

IS THERE SOMETHING ABOUT GREENLAND WE NEED TO KNOW?

VENEZUELA – EPICENTER OF THE CABAL, WORLD BANKS & CARTELS

Uncovers fraudulent money to 509 Dead Tenants in Minnesota housing

‘AMERICANS WILL BE SHOCKED’: MINNESOTA SPEAKER WARNS ON SCOPE OF FRAUD CRISIS

ICE & FBI STORM MINNEAPOLIS — $4.7 MILLION, 23 COCAINE BRICKS & SOMALI SENATOR

SENATE HEARING OF MINNESOTA FRAUD

REPORTS REVEAL ACTIVISM TIES OF WOMAN KILLED IN MINNEAPOLIS ICE SHOOTING

WHY MILLIONS OF AMERICANS WANT ILAN OMAR OUT OF CONGRESS

THE GREAT RESET IS HERE… BUT IT’S NOT THE ONE THE GLOBAL ELITES PLANNED!

MULLAHS FLEEING TO MOSCOW. WILL THE ISLAMIC REPUBLIC OF IRAN FINALLY COLLAPSE?

THE IRAN–VENEZUELA SHAKEDOWN NOBODY CONNECTED UNTIL NOW

* TRUMP FLOATS ZERO INCOME TAX PLAN STARTING WITH BIGGEST REFUNDS EVER

*HOW MUCH MONEY CAN YOU GIFT WITHOUT PAYING TAXES?

*SILVER VAULTS RUN DRY AS SHORTAGE TRIGGERS PANIC. Physical silver not available to meet demand.

*15 THINGS TO DO IF YOU GET RICH ALL OF A SUDDEN

*15 ASSETS THAT ARE MAKING PEOPLE RICH/RICHER

*HERE’S HOW TO MAKE YOUR ASSETS INVISIBLE FROM CREDITORS

*HOW TO LOOK PENNILESS IN THE PUBLIC RECORD

*5 STATES CUTTING PROPERTY TAXES TO ZERO. WILL YOUR STATE BE NEXT?

*TRUMP REVEALS WHEN AMERICANS MIGHT EXPECT TO GET A TARIFF RELIEF $2,000 CHECK

MALIKI TO HARRIS: THE NEED TO “CONTROL WEAPONS” AND COMPLETE CONSTITUTIONAL REQUIREMENTS

POLITICAL SOURCE: MALIKI’S NOMINATION AS PRIME MINISTER IS A CRIME AGAINST IRAQ AND ITS PEOPLE AND EVASION OF JUSTICE

THE COORDINATING BODY WILL MEET EARLY NEXT WEEK TO DECIDE ON AL-MALIKI’S NOMINATION FOR PRIME MINISTER.

AL-AZM: WE HAVEN’T RECEIVED THE NAME OF THE FRAMEWORK CANDIDATE… AND OUR CHOICES ARE 90% FINALIZED – URGENT

IRAQ’S PRIME MINISTER STEPS ASIDE FOR RIVAL IN POST-ELECTION WRANGLING OVER GOVERNMENT

GOVERNMENT ADVISOR: TOURISM INVESTMENT IS A GATEWAY TO STIMULATING THE PRIVATE SECTOR AND DIVERSIFYING NATIONAL INCOME.

THE CENTRAL BANK GOVERNOR DISCUSSES WITH OLIVER WYMAN WAYS TO IMPROVE IRAQ’S SOVEREIGN AND CREDIT RATINGS.

PLANNING: NEW OUTPUTS FOR DEVELOPING THE PRIVATE SECTOR IN IRAQ

SECRET MEETING IN WASHINGTON: TRUMP’S ENVOY MEETS WITH REZA PAHLAVI TO DISCUSS THE FUTURE OF THE IRANIAN REGIME.

IRAN THREATENS TO BOMB US BASES, AND CALLS FOR HELP ARE MADE FROM AL UDEID AIR BASE IN QATAR.

TRUMP PRAISES HIS ENVOY TO IRAQ: AN EXCEPTIONAL NEGOTIATOR ON A COMPLEX ISSUE

HARRIS ASSURES BARZANI: THERE IS NO PLACE FOR IRANIAN-BACKED TERRORIST MILITIAS IN THE IRAQI GOVERNMENT.

THE TRUMP ADMINISTRATION DESIGNATES MUSLIM BROTHERHOOD BRANCHES IN THREE COUNTRIES AS TERRORIST ORGANIZATIONS.

THE PRICE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE “BLUE” AND “WHITE” DOLLARS DECREASED TO 900 DINARS FOLLOWING A FATWA PROHIBITING IT.

SAVAYA DISCUSSES IRAQ-RELATED ISSUES AT THE WHITE HOUSE

US SIGNALS NEW SANCTIONS AS TREASURY REVIEWS IRAQI FINANCIAL NETWORKS

ON TRUMP’S ORDERS, SAVAYA IS IN BAGHDAD: “COMPLETE COMPLIANCE OR TOTAL ERADICATION.”

“MIDDLE EAST”: MAJOR US MILITARY MOVEMENTS IN PREPARATION FOR STRIKING IRAN

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

Just the FACTS!

ABOUT THE NEWSLETTER:

January 13, 2026 Mnt Goat News Brief

GIVE A GIFT TO MNT GOAT

Let’s all try to chip in!

Psalm 37:4

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

STATUS OF THE RV

Let’s move on to other important news….

What else in in the news?

What will this new year bring?

We pray-

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

Just the FACTS!

PRAYING WITH SINCERITY

RECENT HEARING ON JAN 6^TH PIPE BOMB INVESTIGATION