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U.S.–Iran Conflict Widens as Maritime Security, Sanctions, and Diplomacy Shape Global Markets

Despite renewed diplomatic contacts, military operations, expanded sanctions, and threats to key global shipping lanes continue to keep energy markets and the broader financial system on edge.

 Overview

• Military activity intensified across the Middle East as attacks, counterstrikes, and expanded maritime operations increased pressure on regional security.

• Diplomatic channels remain open, with reports of ongoing mediation efforts even as both sides continue exchanging military actions.

• Global energy markets remain highly sensitive as developments surrounding the Strait of Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb continue to influence oil prices, shipping costs, and investor sentiment.

Key Developments

1. Military Operations Expand Across the Region

Regional tensions escalated after reports of Houthi-linked attacks originating from Iraqi territory prompted joint U.S.–Saudi airstrikes against sites allegedly connected to the attacks. At the same time, U.S. Central Command reported expanded maritime security operations involving commercial vessels near the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, underscoring growing concerns over shipping security throughout the region.

2. Strait of Hormuz Remains the World's Most Critical Flashpoint

Attention continues to focus on the Strait of Hormuz, through which roughly one-fifth of the world's seaborne oil normally passes. Reports indicated that discussions involving a possible agreement could eventually ease sanctions and reduce naval tensions, while separate reports suggested Iran continues efforts to maintain leverage over maritime traffic through the strategic waterway. The competing developments illustrate how fragile the situation remains.

3. Diplomacy Continues Despite Active Conflict

Even as military operations continue, mediators reported that U.S.–Iran discussions remain active. Pakistan stated that indirect negotiations continue, offering a potential pathway toward de-escalation even while military exchanges persist. This dual-track approach—combining diplomacy with military pressure—has become a defining feature of the current conflict.

4. Treasury Expands Financial Pressure on Iran

The financial dimension of the conflict also intensified. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced additional sanctions targeting individuals and entities in Iran, China, India, and Russia accused of supporting the IRGC and Iran's Mahan Air network. The move demonstrates that economic pressure remains a central component of U.S. strategy alongside military operations.

 Why It Matters

The conflict is no longer defined solely by military exchanges. It now encompasses energy security, maritime trade, international sanctions, and global financial stability. Every development affecting the Strait of Hormuz or Bab el-Mandeb has immediate implications for oil markets, shipping costs, inflation expectations, and investor confidence.

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

Foreign currency holders continue watching developments closely because persistent geopolitical instability often accelerates changes in reserve management, international trade flows, and monetary policy decisions. Rising geopolitical risk can influence commodity prices, sovereign debt markets, and central bank strategies that ultimately affect global currency valuations.

Implications for the Global Reset

• Pillar 2: Trade

Continued uncertainty surrounding the Strait of Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb highlights how vulnerable global trade remains to disruptions in critical maritime chokepoints. Sustained instability encourages nations and businesses to diversify supply chains and payment routes.

• Pillar 3: Assets

Heightened geopolitical tensions typically increase demand for gold, energy assets, and other traditional safe havens, while creating additional volatility across equities, bonds, and digital assets.

• Pillar 5: Energy

Control of major energy shipping corridors continues to influence global oil supplies, inflation expectations, and economic growth, reinforcing energy security as a key driver of international financial stability.

As military operations, sanctions, and diplomacy unfold simultaneously, the conflict is becoming more than a regional security issue—it is increasingly shaping global trade routes, energy markets, financial sanctions, and the evolution of the international monetary system.

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• CryptoBriefing — "Potential US-Iran Agreement May Ease Strait of Hormuz Tensions: Al Jazeera"

• CryptoBriefing — "Houthis Attack Saudi Arabia from Iraq, Prompting US-Saudi Airstrikes"

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Iraq Economic News and Points To Ponder Thursday Afternoon 7-30-26

Iraqi Banks Accelerate US Compliance Measures

2026-07-30 Shafaq News- Baghdad   Iraqi private banks have begun implementing urgent compliance measures tied to lifting restrictions on several lenders, banking sources told Shafaq News on Thursday.

The Central Bank of Iraq (CBI) instructions require stronger anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing controls, tighter governance, closer monitoring of dollar movements, and measures to prevent smuggling and illicit transfers, the sources explained, adding that banks were given deadlines to complete the procedures, with failure potentially limiting access to international banking services.  

Employees at several private lenders separately told Shafaq News that management had intensified work, with some staff working about 12 hours daily and reporting severe exhaustion and fainting cases.

On July 18, Prime Minister Ali Al-Zaidi’s Media Office said CBI Governor Nizar Nasser Hussein held high-level meetings with US Treasury officials that produced an understanding to return restricted Iraqi banks to foreign correspondent channels in currencies other than the US dollar.

Read more: Iraq’s PM al-Zaidi offers Tehran and Washington a corridor, not a battlefield

Hussein said seven banks are currently eligible to resume non-dollar correspondent banking and may later qualify for dollar transactions after completing further compliance and governance requirements.

https://www.shafaq.com/en/Economy/Iraqi-banks-accelerate-US-compliance-measures

Parliamentary Finance Committee Warns Of The Risks Of Borrowing On The Iraqi Economy

Today Information/Baghdad...  Member of the Parliamentary Finance Committee, Basim al-Gharabi, warned on Saturday of a potential economic crisis facing Iraq in the coming period, calling on the government to take urgent measures to address financial challenges and seek genuine alternatives to boost public revenues.

Al-Gharabi told the Information Agency that "continued reliance on oil revenues makes the Iraqi economy vulnerable to fluctuations and crises, which necessitates accelerating the diversification of national income sources and maximizing non-oil revenues."

He added that "resorting to internal and external borrowing to address the economic crisis carries significant risks and may increase the financial burdens on the state in the coming years, requiring the adoption of sustainable economic solutions instead of resorting to debt."

He emphasized that "the current stage requires genuine economic reforms, support for productive sectors, encouragement of investment, and revitalization of industry and agriculture, which will contribute to reducing dependence on oil as the primary source of budget revenues."

Al-Gharabi called on the government to "develop long-term economic plans that ensure the diversification of income sources, enhance the Iraqi economy's ability to confront financial crises, and achieve economic stability, independent of fluctuations in global oil markets." End/25

https://almaalomah.me/news/139765/economy/المالية-النيابية-تحذر-من-مخاطر-الاقتراض-على-اقتصاد-العراق

The Ministry Of Finance Breaks Its Silence And Explains The Reasons For The Delay In Disbursing Salaries To Employees And Retirees.

  Baghdad Today - Baghdad:  MP Haider Mohammed Kazem Al-Mutairi revealed today, Thursday (July 30, 2026), details of a meeting he had with Finance Minister Faleh Al-Sari, which addressed a number of financial and administrative issues, most notably the crisis of delayed salary payments for employees, the entitlements of holders of higher degrees and top graduates, in addition to files on appointments, taxes, and electronic automation.

Al-Mutairi said in a statement received by “Baghdad Today” that he “went to the Ministry of Finance after finishing his work at the Administrative Court, wishing Finance Minister Falih Al-Sari success in performing his duties to serve the country,” indicating that “the meeting included a discussion of a number of important files.”

He explained that "the Minister of Finance confirmed the existence of a real deficit in funds," noting that "the total monthly salaries for employees, retirees and social welfare beneficiaries amount to 7 trillion and 800 billion dinars."

He added, “The ministry paid 3 trillion dinars to some ministries a few days ago, while 1.5 trillion dinars are currently available at the Ministry of Finance, with work continuing to raise the amount to 1.65 trillion dinars for the purpose of paying the salaries of retirees, before seeking to provide the necessary funds to pay the salaries of the rest of the ministries and institutions,” noting that “the current deficit is estimated at about 3.3 trillion dinars.”

Al-Mutairi noted that "the meeting addressed the situation of the holders of higher degrees and the top students in the Ministry of Education who have not received their salaries for ten months," stressing that "the Minister of Finance directed the competent authority to resolve this issue."

He noted that he "discussed extensively with the minister a number of proposals related to absorbing graduates and providing job opportunities for them, especially graduates of the medical group, holders of higher degrees, top graduates and the rest of the graduates, through investing state resources in public clinics, universities and government hospitals, as well as holding private universities, colleges and hospitals accountable for completing their educational, health and functional staff with official contracts that guarantee the rights of the workers in them."

He explained that "the meeting also addressed the issue of the entitlements of scholarship students and their suspended salaries while they are outside the country, in addition to the need for the Ministry of Finance to audit the unpaid advances mentioned in the report of the Financial Control Bureau."

Al-Mutairi stressed that he “also raised the importance of collecting taxes owed by foreign companies, and working to recover the amounts included and referred to in the State Audit Bureau’s report, as well as discussing the issue of selling scrap iron and the need to cancel Cabinet Resolution No. 174 of 2025.”

He concluded by noting that "the meeting also addressed the electronic automation project," stressing "the importance of moving forward with it to prevent job duplication and preserve the rights of employees."  https://baghdadtoday.news/304139-.html

Al-Rafidain Bank Directs Continued Operation On Friday And Saturday To Complete Salary Payments.  

Baghdad Today - Baghdad    Rafidain Bank directed on Wednesday (July 30, 2026) that official working hours continue in a number of its branches and departments responsible for settling salaries during the coming Friday and Saturday, in order to complete the procedures for raising and disbursing employee salaries within the scheduled times.

The bank stated in a statement received by "Baghdad Today" that "this directive comes within the framework of ensuring the smooth disbursement of salaries and harnessing human and technical capabilities to ensure speed of completion and enhance the readiness of branches to accommodate the volume of work."

He added that "banking staff will continue to work during the official holiday to complete all procedures related to raising and disbursing salaries according to the highest standards of efficiency, speed and accuracy, in order to reduce the pressure on branches and provide the best level of service to citizens."

The bank affirmed its commitment to strengthening its role in supporting the stability of the financial system and providing reliable banking services that contribute to facilitating the lives of employees.  https://baghdadtoday.news/304144-.html

Multi-Million Dollar Fraud Probe Nets Dozens In Al-Diwaniyah

026-07-30 / Shafaq News- Baghdad   Iraq’s Federal Commission of Integrity (CoI) on Thursday launched a major anti-corruption operation in Al-Diwaniyah, issuing nearly 30 arrest and search warrants for officials, employees, and contractors accused of embezzlement, bribery, and misuse of public funds.  

The suspects include the current director of Al-Diwaniyah Municipality, five former directors, accounting and auditing officials, and other employees.

The investigation uncovered alleged financial violations tied to public contracts and procurement, including claims that some suppliers submitted inflated invoices and documentation for projects authorities described as “fictitious.”  

Authorities also seized payment records worth more than 9 billion Iraqi dinars ($6.9M), along with official stamps belonging to auditing staff. Luxury vehicles and cash were confiscated.  

The Commission filed the case under Articles 315, 319, and 340 of Iraq’s Penal Code, as well as amended Resolution 160 of 1983, before referring it to specialized integrity judges.  

Last week, personnel from Al-Suqoor (Falcons) Intelligence Cell, accompanied by a team from the Federal Commission of Integrity, detained three Al-Diwaniyah Municipality officials as part of an expanding investigation into an alleged forgery network accused of fraudulently obtaining land, loans, and public funds.  

Read more: Iraqi authorities detain 31 in weekly corruption cases   

https://www.shafaq.com/en/Security/Multi-million-dollar-fraud-probe-nets-dozens-in-Iraq-s-Al-Diwaniyah

Rob Cunningham: The $7+ Trillion Fidelity Forecast

Rob Cunningham: The $7+ Trillion Fidelity Forecast

7-20-2026

The $7+ Trillion Fidelity Forecast

The most useful way to categorize blockchain networks is by the primary economic function they perform in a programmable financial system. Most mature blockchains can serve multiple roles, but each tends to have a dominant comparative advantage.

The Four Buckets

Liquidity

Purpose: Move value where it is needed with minimal friction.

Representative Networks:

XRP
XLM

Characteristics:

Bridge currencies
Foreign exchange
Cross-border liquidity
Capital efficiency
Continuous markets

Collateral

Purpose: Secure obligations with verifiable, high-quality assets.

Representative Networks:

Hedera (HBAR)
Canton Network

Characteristics:

Tokenized Treasuries
Repo markets
Institutional collateral mobility
Margin optimization
Real-world assets

Settlement

Purpose: Provide legally recognizable finality of ownership.

Representative Networks:

XRP Ledger
Stellar

Characteristics:

Atomic settlement
Final ledger state
Transfer of title
Instant reconciliation
Payment completion

Data

Purpose: Deliver trusted information between systems.

Representative Networks:

Chainlink
Quant

Characteristics:

Oracle services
Cross-chain messaging
Identity
Compliance
Market data
Smart contract inputs

Overall Synthesis

If Fidelity’s framework evolves as envisioned, these networks appear complementary rather than mutually exclusive:

Liquidity: XRP (with XLM also serving liquidity in some contexts)
Collateral: HBAR and Canton
Settlement: XRPL and Stellar
Data & Connectivity: Chainlink and Quant

A useful mental model is to compare the new monetary system to a modern economy:

Liquidity is what keeps capital circulating.

Collateral is the balance sheet that enables credit and confidence.

Settlement is the legal transfer of ownership that closes transactions.

Data is the nervous system coordinating information, compliance, identity, and communication.

Ranking by Importance

If one category disappeared, which would most disrupt the system?

Without liquidity, markets seize up even if ledgers continue to function. Settlement is the mechanism that legally transfers ownership. Data enables automation, while collateral supports credit and risk management.

Liquidity is exceptionally difficult to bootstrap because it depends on network effects, institutional trust, regulatory approvals, and sustained market participation.

Every asset exchange ultimately depends on available liquidity.

Liquidity for the win!

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https://dinarchronicles.com/2026/07/30/rob-cunningham-the-7-trillion-fidelity-forecast/

China Lights Fort Knox Gold Revaluation Fuse!

China Lights Fort Knox Gold Revaluation Fuse!

Kinesis Money:  7-30-2026

In this week's Live from the Vault, Andrew Maguire explores reports on how gold has overtaken US Treasuries as the world's top reserve asset, as central banks lose trust in dollar-based systems and accelerate repatriation of their sovereign assets.

With Fort Knox back under scrutiny following the launch of the Hong Kong SGE gold link, the precious metals expert reveals why a full audit of US gold reserves is imminent, while the gold revaluation process has already begun.

Timestamps:

00:00 Start

03:40 Hong Kong-SGE launch puts Fort Knox back under scrutiny

10:53 Gold overtakes Treasuries as the world's top reserve asset

14:44 How China quietly accumulated 40,000+ tons of Western physical gold

18:25 Why Hong Kong marks a structural reset, not just another gold venue

28:17 Reading the charts: why the short squeeze is coming

36:10 Laos adopts the SGE price standard as de-dollarisation spreads

41:16 CME's desperate 24-hour futures gambit to stay relevant

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JXxIgSbfWiw

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Global Digital Asset Rules Advance as Senate Nears Critical CLARITY Act Vote

Momentum is building behind U.S. digital asset legislation as lawmakers race to complete the CLARITY Act before the August recess, while regulators signal they are prepared to move forward even if Congress fails to act.

Overview

• The Senate is facing increased pressure to bring the CLARITY Act to a vote before lawmakers leave for the August recess.

• Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has urged Congress to pass the legislation, arguing that regulatory clarity is essential for maintaining U.S. leadership in digital finance.

• SEC Chairman Paul Atkins stated the Commission is prepared to issue additional crypto regulations if Congress is unable to enact the legislation.

Key Developments

1. Senate Push Intensifies Before August Recess

Congressional leaders continue working toward a Senate vote on the CLARITY Act, which would establish a comprehensive regulatory framework for digital assets by clearly defining the roles of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC).

Supporters argue that the legislation would reduce regulatory uncertainty, improve investor confidence, and encourage innovation while maintaining consumer protections. With only a limited legislative window remaining, lawmakers are attempting to finalize negotiations before the Senate adjourns.

2. Treasury Secretary Bessent Calls for Immediate Action

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent publicly urged senators to move the legislation forward, emphasizing that clear rules are necessary for the United States to remain competitive in the rapidly evolving global digital asset market.

Bessent also pushed back against criticism surrounding portions of the bill, arguing that concerns over certain provisions should not delay broader regulatory reform. His comments reinforce growing support within parts of the administration for establishing a modern legal framework governing digital assets.

3. SEC Signals It Will Act Regardless

SEC Chairman Paul Atkins stated that the Commission is prepared to move forward with additional regulatory guidance even if Congress does not pass the CLARITY Act.

His remarks indicate that regulators are no longer waiting indefinitely for legislation and are prepared to use existing authority where possible. However, Atkins also acknowledged that congressional action would provide significantly greater legal certainty than piecemeal regulatory decisions.

4. Regulatory Clarity Could Accelerate Institutional Adoption

Financial institutions, investment firms, and blockchain developers have consistently argued that regulatory uncertainty remains one of the largest barriers to broader institutional participation.

A unified federal framework could encourage greater investment in tokenized assets, blockchain infrastructure, and regulated digital financial products while reducing legal uncertainty for businesses operating within the United States.

Why It Matters

The CLARITY Act represents more than cryptocurrency legislation—it is part of a broader modernization of the U.S. financial system. Clear rules governing digital assets could strengthen confidence in emerging financial technologies while helping position the United States as a leader in the next generation of global finance.

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

Many observers following international monetary developments view digital asset regulation as one component of the evolving global financial architecture. While the CLARITY Act does not affect foreign currency values or trigger any currency revaluation, it supports the development of regulated digital financial infrastructure that may increasingly interact with traditional banking and international payment systems.

Implications for the Global Reset

• Pillar 2: Trade

Modern digital asset regulations could improve cross-border financial transactions by providing greater legal certainty for blockchain-based payments and international settlement.

• Pillar 4: Technology

The CLARITY Act supports the continued development of tokenization, digital ledgers, and blockchain infrastructure that are becoming foundational technologies for the future financial system.

Closing Thought

This is not simply about regulating cryptocurrency—it reflects the broader transformation of the global financial system as governments work to modernize financial markets, establish trusted digital infrastructure, and prepare for the next generation of cross-border commerce and payments.

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• CoinGape — "Scott Bessent Urges Senate to Vote on CLARITY Act Now, Pushes Back on BRCA Criticism"
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• Crypto Briefing — "SEC Ready to Issue Crypto Rules if Congress Doesn't Pass CLARITY Act, Chair Atkins Says"

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5 Pieces of Financial Advice to Avoid at All Costs

5 Pieces of Financial Advice to Avoid at All Costs

Suze Orman on the commonly accepted money tips it pays to ignore.

By Suze Orman

Bad financial information doesn't come only from scammers; even our loved ones can unwittingly steer us wrong. That's why knowing what not to do with your money is often your biggest asset. In general, there are two little words that should set off everybody's suspicion meter: Trust me. Anyone who gives you this line—whether a financial adviser or your significant other—is disrespecting you.

 You should never entrust a money decision entirely to someone else. I know, I know: Sometimes you'd rather pass the buck. But remember, we're talking about your security, your future, your peace of mind.

It's one thing to hire an investment adviser to help you choose funds for your IRA, or to cheerlead a spouse as he or she sets up a 529 plan to help pay your child's college tuition. It's quite another to tune out completely.

Find an hour or so a month to peruse a personal finance Web site or a magazine like Money or Kiplinger's, which will keep you up-to-date on the basics. The blog at Mint.com is also a great resource, with posts on everything from choosing a mortgage to spotting medical bill errors. By educating yourself in these simple ways, you'll sidestep all sorts of traps. Here's some common advice you should disregard—and more profitable leads to follow instead.

Don't Buy It: "Your child's college degree is a great investment."

A blanket statement like this is missing a crucial qualifier: An affordable college degree is a great investment. The unemployment rate for Americans 25 years of age and older is a lot lower for college graduates than for those with only a high school diploma (3.9 versus 8.1 percent).

But that doesn't mean you should tell your kids to set their sights on any school—regardless of whether it will leave you with a crushing amount of debt. All too often, parents fail to strategize when it comes to paying for education and end up getting off the track to retiring comfortably.

Ironically, this does kids a major disservice: If you lack sufficient retirement savings down the line, your children are the ones who'll bear the burden of supporting you.

A Better Idea: Think in terms of long-run affordability. (This goes for you and your child, since I firmly believe kids must borrow for school before parents dip into their savings or take out a loan.) Mark Kantrowitz, publisher of FinAid.org, says students should limit their total borrowing to an amount no greater than what they can reasonably expect to earn in their first year of full-time work; borrow more, and the odds of running into payback problems and default soar.

Check out typical starting salaries at Salary.com; even if your child doesn't have a specific career in mind yet, it's a great exercise for families to do together, to start getting grounded in postcollege reality.

When it comes to financing options, remember that federal Perkins and Stafford loans offer the best deals; private loans are risky and can end up being far too expensive. The maximum Stafford loan amount a dependent student can borrow for all undergrad years is $31,000.

Parents who want to chip in should first figure out if they can afford to do so by using the T. Rowe Price Retirement Income Calculator and then look into federal PLUS loans.

Finally, your child should apply to at least one public institution; if money is extremely tight, there's also the option of attending two years of community college (whose credits are usually transferable) and finishing at a four-year school.

Don't Buy It: "Renting is a waste of money."

Buying a home can of course be a wise investment, especially considering today's record-low mortgage rates. But that doesn't mean choosing home ownership over renting is right for everyone. In some regions of the country, the cost of owning may still be higher than that of renting (to account for total ownership expenses, including property tax and maintenance, my rule of thumb is to add about 30 percent to the base mortgage amount).

And while home values may be stabilizing in many parts of the United States, that doesn't mean they're suddenly going to start rising at a fast and furious pace.

Over the next five to seven years, you still might not see a home's value appreciate the roughly 8 to 10 percent it would need to simply to cover the costs of relocating (which at the very least include the real estate agent's typical 6 percent commission, as well as movers' fees).

A Better Idea: Do the math carefully before you consider buying. Ask yourself: Do you have any inkling that you'll want to move in the next five to seven years, whether for a job, a fresh start, or a new experience? If so, purchasing a home is not a smart choice. Keep renting until you can commit to settling down for longer, and tune out everyone who says you're throwing away money.

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Why Robert Kiyosaki Believes the Financial System is Changing

Why Robert Kiyosaki Believes the Financial System is Changing

The Rich Dad Channel: 7-30-2026

Hard assets have become a central topic for investors concerned about inflation, government debt, geopolitical conflict, and the future of the U.S. dollar. In this special compilation from The Rich Dad Radio Show, Robert Kiyosaki speaks with leading economists, investors, and industry experts about why tangible assets may offer greater protection during periods of financial uncertainty.

Throughout these conversations, Robert explores how the global monetary system is evolving, why central banks continue accumulating gold, how Bitcoin compares with traditional stores of value, and why oil remains one of the world's most strategically important commodities.

The discussion also examines inflation, currency debasement, government debt, and the growing importance of owning assets that cannot be created through monetary expansion.

In this episode, you'll learn:

 -Why hard assets matter during inflationary periods

-How gold, silver, Bitcoin, and oil serve different roles in a portfolio

 -Why many investors are concerned about the long-term purchasing power of the U.S. dollar

-How government debt and monetary policy influence financial markets

-Why energy remains a critical driver of the global economy

-How geopolitical events affect commodity prices and investment opportunities

-Why central banks continue increasing gold reserves

-How investors can think about preserving wealth during periods of economic uncertainty

Whether you're interested in precious metals, Bitcoin, energy investing, or understanding today's macroeconomic environment, this compilation offers multiple perspectives on why owning real assets may become increasingly important in a changing financial system.

00:00 Bitcoin vs Gold

03:30 Inflation Debt and Trust

04:30 Bitcoin Backed by Energy

05:42 Venezuela Oil Reserves

08:22 Oil Geopolitics and Payback

13:26 Hormuz Oil and Fertilizer

15:10 War Inflation and Iran

19:31 World War Three Signals

21:45 Protecting Yourself Now

24:49 Creditism and Dollar Decline

29:58 Global Recession Outlook

The global financial system is moving away from credit-backed fiat reliance and toward a reality where tangible, scarce assets reign supreme.

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Clare: Trump: The attack on the militias in Iraq was coordinated with Baghdad.

7/29/2026

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that the attack on the "militias" in Iraq was carried out in coordination with the Iraqi government, hours after the headquarters of the Popular Mobilization Forces were targeted by "US-Saudi" aircraft, resulting in deaths and injuries. LINK

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Clare: Iraq announces the launch of the "Starlink" service.

 – Baghdad

The head of the executive body of the Media and Communications Commission, Baligh Abu Kalal, announced on Wednesday the actual launch of the “Starlink” satellite internet service in Iraq.

Abu Kalal said in a post published on the "X" platform: "With God's blessing, the Starlink service has now been officially launched in Iraq."

The announcement comes after months of regulatory and technical procedures related to introducing satellite internet service to the

Iraqi market, allowing users to benefit from the service in accordance with the regulations approved by the  competent authorities.   LINK

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Clare: The disappearance of small change from Iraqi markets: Who controls the flow of money?

July 29, 2026

Complaints are increasing in Iraqi markets from citizens and shop owners about the difficulty of obtaining small denominations of currency, especially the 250 and 500 dinar notes, in a phenomenon that disrupts daily sales operations and raises questions about the efficiency of distributing the local currency between the Central Bank, banks and markets.

Shop owners and customers told Al-Mustaqila that returning the remaining amounts to customers has become more difficult, prompting some stores to round up prices or replace the remaining amount with a small item, which represents an additional cost to the consumer when repeated in a large number of transactions.

There are no official indications that the two denominations will be withdrawn from circulation, as they remain legal tender. However, their continued legal tender status does not explain their limited availability in the market, particularly in sectors such as transportation, convenience stores, and services that rely on small amounts of cash.

The shortage may be related to weak demand from banks for small denominations, or their unbalanced distribution among branches and governorates, or some commercial activities keeping them to cover their needs, as well as quantities leaving circulation due to damage and overuse.

The currency moves from the central bank to banks, then to companies, traders and citizens, which means that the problem may occur in one of the distribution links and not necessarily in the size of the currency issue itself.

The central bank had previously instructed banks to promote the circulation of small denominations and open windows for replacing damaged banknotes, but the continued complaints indicate that the implementation of these measures has not ended the problem in the markets.

There is no publicly available periodic data showing the quantities of each category being pumped out, the number of banknotes withdrawn due to damage, or the share of each governorate and bank, which makes it difficult to determine the actual reasons for the shortage and the extent of the responsibility placed on each party.

There is no publicly available evidence that an entity is deliberately collecting the small denominations or that there is an organized market for selling them for commissions, but their continued scarcity may open the door to informal practices for providing them.

Despite the expansion of electronic payments, large sectors in Iraq still rely on cash, making the availability of small denominations a necessity for stabilizing sales and protecting consumer rights.

The crisis puts the central bank and banks to a test of transparency and efficiency in managing cash, as it requires publishing detailed data on the denominations in circulation and ensuring that banks and markets are supplied with the required quantities.

The question remains: if the 250 and 500 dinar denominations are still within the money supply, why don't they reach citizens and markets regularly?   LINK

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 Boot-On-The-Ground Guru Omar  The redenomiation is a framework event.  It is not a payoff event.  It cleans up the monetary system, improves credibility and it lays the runway for a sustained revaluation.

Thom  Article:  "Iraqi PM Ali Al-Zaidi publicly ordered Transport Minister Wahab al-Hasani to sign the Development Road agreement during a live ceremony with Turkish President Tayyip Erdoğan in Ankara, after an unexpected delay interrupted the signing."  Development Road Project signed! ...I like al-Zaidi. He is making moves faster than any Iraqi politician I have seen.

Stephen  The HCL law has been at a standstill since 2007...They've negotiated back and forth but it's really gone nowhere.  Why is this law needed?  Imagine you and your brothers inherit a business worth billions of dollars but nobody agrees on how to split the profits.  That's been Iraq's problem...The HCL is designed to answer questions like who owns the oil, who can sign the oil contracts, how are the oil revenues divided, how much goes to Baghdad...each province.  Without clear rules disputes discourage investment...The HCL isn't about changing the exchange rate directly.  It's about making sure Iraq's biggest source of wealth...is managed in a stable, transparent way.  If Iraq wants a stronger economy and...currency, getting its oil revenue system right is one of the biggest pieces of the puzzle.

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Wednesday Evening News with MarkZ. 07/29/2026

MarkZ Disclaimer: Please consider everything on this call as my opinion. Be sure to consult a professional for any financial decisions

MZ:  Where have lower denominations gone? Starlink in Iraq

THE CONTENT IN THIS PODCAST IS FOR GENERAL & EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY&NOT INTENDED TO PROVIDE ANY PROFESSIONAL, FINANCIAL OR LEGAL ADVICE. PLEASE CONSIDER EVERYTHING DISCUSSED IN MARKZ’S OPINION ONLY

Youtube:     https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J-0ojSoKVV0

Iraq Economic News and Points To Ponder Thursday Morning 7-30-26

Iraqi Banks Accelerate US Compliance Measures

2026-07-30 07:08   Shafaq News- Baghdad  Iraqi private banks have begun implementing urgent compliance measures tied to lifting restrictions on several lenders, banking sources told Shafaq News on Thursday.

The Central Bank of Iraq (CBI) instructions require stronger anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing controls, tighter governance, closer monitoring of dollar movements, and measures to prevent smuggling and illicit transfers, the sources explained, adding that banks were given deadlines to complete the procedures, with failure potentially limiting access to international banking services.

Employees at several private lenders separately told Shafaq News that management had intensified work, with some staff working about 12 hours daily and reporting severe exhaustion and fainting cases.

On July 18, Prime Minister Ali Al-Zaidi’s Media Office said CBI Governor Nizar Nasser Hussein held high-level meetings with US Treasury officials that produced an understanding to return restricted Iraqi banks to foreign correspondent channels in currencies other than the US dollar.

Read more: Iraq’s PM al-Zaidi offers Tehran and Washington a corridor, not a battlefield

Hussein said seven banks are currently eligible to resume non-dollar correspondent banking and may later qualify for dollar transactions after completing further compliance and governance requirements.

https://www.shafaq.com/en/Economy/Iraqi-banks-accelerate-US-compliance-measures

Oil Prices Retreat On Steady Gulf Supply Routes

2026-07-30 Shafaq News   Oil prices erased some of their previous gains on Thursday, despite escalating attacks in the Gulf as investor focus shifted to supply flows through the key chokepoints in the region.

Brent futures fell 96 cents, or 1.06%, to $89.78 a barrel as of 0418 GMT. U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude fell 64 cents, or 0.76%, to $83.82 a barrel.

Brent settled up 7.91% in the previous session and WTI up 6.56% in one of the sharpest spikes of the Iran war, reversing a 5% plunge on Tuesday after a pause in hostilities in the five-month conflict.

Prices surged as U.S. President Donald Trump threatened on Wednesday to hit Iran "very hard" after an Iranian missile attack on Tuesday on ⁠a U.S. base in Jordan.

On Wednesday, the U.S. and Saudi Arabia attacked Iran-backed paramilitary forces in Iraq, the first time that Saudi had publicly joined U.S. air strikes, in retaliation for drone attacks on Saudi oil targets launched from Iraq.

The U.S. also carried out two hours of attacks on Iran on Wednesday, the U.S. Central Command said. That ended a lull in U.S. strikes on Iran that began over the weekend.

"Trump’s 'hit hard' rhetoric caused the price spike immediately but looks like the market has fully priced (that) in and (is) considering the 'TACO' possibility right now," said Lin Ye, vice president of commodity markets, oil, at Rystad Energy, referring to the acronym Trump Always Chickens Out.

Ye said the market is following a pattern: ⁠geopolitical headlines are triggering rapid price spikes, but those gains are often short-lived as actual supply flows and parallel diplomatic efforts tend to determine how long those upward price moves persist.

Prices are being capped as crude supply is still moving from the key Gulf region despite the near shutdown of the Strait of Hormuz. Iran closed the waterway, through which around a fifth of global ⁠oil and gas flows previously passed, after the U.S.-Israeli war began on February 28.

Rystad Energy estimates about 13 million barrels per day of oil from the Gulf is still reaching markets.

Even after the Iran-aligned Houthis in Yemen imposed a naval blockade on Saudi Arabia ⁠in the Red Sea on July 20, disrupting shipping in the Bab el-Mandeb strait, some cargoes, particularly on Chinese-connected tankers, have flowed to markets.

"While overall volumes are reduced, oil continues to leak out of the region through multiple ⁠channels, and additional workarounds are being explored. The longer this situation persists, the more these alternative routes and methods will erode Iran's leverage over the Strait of Hormuz," IG market analyst Tony Sycamore said in a note.

https://www.shafaq.com/en/Economy/Oil-prices-retreat-on-steady-Gulf-supply-routes

Basrah Crudes Rise Despite Global Benchmark Losses

026-07-30 Shafaq News- Basrah  Iraq’s Basrah crude prices edged higher on Thursday, gaining less than 1%, even as major global oil benchmarks declined.

Basrah Heavy crude climbed to $54.04 per barrel, rising $0.34, or 0.63%, while Basrah Medium crude advanced to $56.34 per barrel, adding $0.34, or 0.61%.

Brent futures dropped 96 cents, or 1.06%, to $89.78 a barrel. US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude fell 64 cents, or 0.76%, to $83.82 a barrel.

https://www.shafaq.com/en/Economy/Basrah-crudes-rise-despite-global-benchmark-losses-6

Najaf Advances Oil Exploration With New Well

2026-07-29 Shafaq News- Najaf   Najaf, in southern Iraq, is preparing to drill a new exploratory oil well in the Al-Qarnain oil block after completing the installation of a new drilling site, Governor Yousef Kanawi said on Wednesday.

In a statement, Kanawi described the project as part of the province's plan to explore and develop its oil resources.

Operated by China’s ZhenHua Company through Qarnain Petroleum Company (QPC), the Al-Qarnain field spans roughly 8,773 square kilometers near the Saudi border and is considered one of Iraq’s most promising exploration areas.

Read more: Iraq’s oil bottleneck: Abundance trapped by dependency

https://www.shafaq.com/en/Economy/Najaf-advances-oil-exploration-with-new-well

Three Oil Tankers Dock At Iraq’s Basra Port

2026-07-30 Shafaq News- Basra   Three crude oil tankers with a combined capacity of five million barrels have docked at Iraq’s Basra Oil Port to load cargoes bound for global markets, a source at the state-owned General Company for Ports of Iraq told Shafaq News on Thursday.

The chartered vessels, operated by Indian and Chinese companies, berthed at the port’s single-point mooring terminals. Two can each carry two million barrels, while the third has a capacity of one million.

Additional tankers are expected in the coming days, with some already approaching Iraqi territorial waters and others waiting offshore for clearance.

Iraq, OPEC’s second-largest producer, exports about 95% of its crude through southern terminals, leaving it highly exposed to disruptions in Gulf shipping. Eco Iraq, an economic affairs observatory, estimated that the closure of the Strait of Hormuz had cut exports by about 350 million barrels by June 20, costing the country roughly $37.7 billion in revenue.

The Oil Ministry reported earlier this week that Iraq exported 32.11 million barrels of crude, including condensates, worth about $2.34 billion during May and June. The total comprised 20.24 million barrels from Basra, 10.31 million barrels of Kirkuk crude shipped through Turkiye’s Ceyhan port, and 1.56 million barrels from the Kurdistan Region through the same route.

Read more: No exit but Hormuz: Iraq's economic vulnerability exposed

https://www.shafaq.com/en/Economy/Three-oil-tankers-dock-at-Iraq-s-Basra-Port

USD/IQD Edges Up In Baghdad, Erbil Trading

2026-07-30 Shafaq News- Baghdad/ Erbil   The US dollar opened Thursday’s trading higher in Iraq, hovering around 151,000 dinars per 100 dollars.

According to Shafaq News market survey, the dollar traded in Baghdad’s Al-Kifah and Al-Harithiya exchanges at 150,650 dinars per 100 dollars, up from the previous session’s 150,300 dinars.

In the Iraqi capital, exchange shops sold the dollar at 151,000 dinars and bought it at 150,000 dinars, while in Erbil, selling prices stood at 150,650 dinars and buying prices at 150,550 dinars.

https://www.shafaq.com/en/Economy/USD-IQD-edges-up-in-Baghdad-Erbil-trading

Gold Extends Gains In Baghdad and Erbil

2026-07-30 Shafaq News- Baghdad/ Erbil  On Thursday, gold prices hovered near 855,000 IQD per mithqal in Baghdad and Erbil markets, according to a survey by Shafaq News Agency.

Gold prices on Baghdad's Al-Nahr Street recorded a selling price of 853,000 IQD per mithqal (equivalent to five grams) for 21-carat gold, including Gulf, Turkish, and European varieties, with a buying price of 849,000 IQD. The same gold had sold for 848,000 IQD on Wednesday.

The selling price for 21-carat Iraqi gold stood at 823,000 IQD, while the buying price reached 819,000 IQD.

In jewelry stores, the selling price per mithqal of 21-carat Gulf gold ranged between 855,000 and 865,000 IQD, while Iraqi gold sold for between 825,000 and 835,000 IQD.

In Erbil, 22-carat gold was sold at 899,000 IQD per mithqal, 21-carat gold at 859,000 IQD, and 18-carat gold at 735,000 IQD.

https://www.shafaq.com/en/Economy/Gold-extends-gains-in-Baghdad-and-Erbil

Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Thursday Morning 7-30-26

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Global Digital Asset Rules Gain Momentum as Senate Faces Critical CLARITY Act Deadline

Growing bipartisan support and renewed pressure ahead of the Senate recess are keeping U.S. digital asset legislation at the center of efforts to modernize the financial system.

Overview

• Support continues to build for the CLARITY Act as lawmakers push to complete negotiations before the Senate's August recess.

• Ethics provisions remain the primary obstacle, even as many lawmakers agree on the need for clear digital asset regulations.

• A successful vote would establish one of the most comprehensive federal regulatory frameworks for digital assets, potentially strengthening America's leadership in financial innovation.

Key Developments

1. Senate Faces Narrow Legislative Window

With only a limited number of legislative days remaining before the August recess, Senate leaders continue working to advance the CLARITY Act. The compressed schedule has increased pressure on negotiators to resolve remaining issues quickly while maintaining bipartisan support.

2. Ethics Negotiations Continue

The largest remaining challenge centers on ethics language governing public officials' involvement with digital assets. While revisions have narrowed differences, several senators continue seeking stronger safeguards before supporting final passage.

3. House Support Remains Strong

Representative Mike Haridopolos publicly reaffirmed support for the legislation, arguing that regulatory clarity is essential for keeping blockchain development, investment, and innovation inside the United States rather than moving overseas.

4. Regulatory Certainty Could Unlock Institutional Growth

The legislation would clarify which digital assets fall under SEC oversight and which belong under CFTC jurisdiction. Industry participants believe greater certainty could encourage additional institutional participation while improving investor protections and reducing regulatory uncertainty.

Why It Matters

The CLARITY Act represents far more than a cryptocurrency bill. It is part of a broader transition toward digitally integrated financial markets, where tokenized assets, blockchain infrastructure, and regulated digital payments increasingly become part of mainstream finance. Clear regulatory rules may also influence how global investors allocate capital and how other nations design their own digital asset frameworks.

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

Many observers of international monetary reform believe digital asset regulation represents one building block of the evolving financial system. While the CLARITY Act does not change currency values or trigger any revaluation, it could strengthen confidence in regulated digital markets that increasingly interact with traditional banking and payment systems.

Implications for the Global Reset

• Pillar 2: Trade

Clear digital asset regulations could improve cross-border financial transactions by reducing legal uncertainty for blockchain-based commerce and digital settlement.

• Pillar 4: Technology

The legislation supports continued development of tokenization, blockchain infrastructure, and regulated digital financial markets that are becoming increasingly important to next-generation financial systems.

This is not simply about cryptocurrency legislation—it reflects the broader modernization of financial infrastructure as governments work to balance innovation, regulation, and trust in the evolving global monetary system.

Sources

• CoinGape — "Clarity Act Gains Fresh House Support from Haridopolos as Senate Eyes Pre-Recess Vote" 

• Investor's Business Daily — "CLARITY Act Hopes Fade As Deadline Looms. Senate Priorities, Ethics Concerns Take Lead."

  
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Iraq and Vietnam News Posted by Tishwash at TNT 7-30-2026

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Tishwash:  this is a really long report that goes into other parts of that area so if you want to read the rest just click the link it will take you there

Ascott Accelerates Vietnam Expansion With Nine Signings in 1H 2026, Growing Portfolio by Over 30%

Signs four new projects with longstanding partner Sun Group and five with owners new to Ascott, adding over 3,200 units

Deepens presence in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City and Hai Phong, expands along the coast in Da Nang and Phu Quoc, and enters Quy Nhon for the first time

Debuts The Crest Collection in Vietnam, with signings spanning seven brands

Expects signing momentum to continue in 2H 2026  link

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Tishwash:  Iraq Launches Starlink Satellite Internet Services Nationwide

At a Glance

Iraq officially activates Starlink satellite internet services.

The project utilizes low Earth orbit technology to connect rural areas, bypassing damaged ground-based infrastructure.

Iraq’s Communications and Media Commission announced the official launch of Starlink internet services across the country. 

Key Statements and Focus Area

CMC Executive Authority Head confirmed the launch, enabling citizens to utilize the service under new regulatory guidelines.

The initiative is part of a broader technology initiative backed by the Prime Minister.

Baligh Abu Kalal, Head of the CMC's Executive Authority, stated on Wednesday that “the Starlink service has now been officially launched in Iraq.” 

This announcement follows the completion of technical and legal procedures that spanned several months. Moving forward, citizens can utilize the service in accordance with established regulatory guidelines.

The official launch follows a landmark licensing agreement signed by Abu Kalal in Washington on July 17, under a broader technology initiative backed by Prime Minister Ali Faleh al-Zaidi. 

The deployment aims to overcome Iraq’s historical broadband deficits by utilizing low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite technology to instantly connect remote and rural regions without relying on fragile ground infrastructure. 

Technical negotiations took several months because Baghdad mandated strict data sovereignty, implementing dedicated API monitoring systems for the Iraqi National Security and Intelligence services.  link

FYI:

Starlink is a global satellite internet service developed by Elon Musk’s SpaceX. The primary objective of the project is to deliver high-speed internet to every corner of the world, particularly to remote areas that lack access to standard internet lines or suffer from weak communications infrastructure. 

According to technical data, standard download speeds on the Starlink service range between 25 and 220 Mbps, while upload speeds consistently average between 15 and 35 Mbps. 

Regarding the financial cost, the monthly subscription fee for users inside Iraq is expected to be above $50, which is considered a reasonable price relative to its performance capability.

To date, SpaceX has deployed a massive constellation featuring over 10,800 active Starlink satellites in orbit, moving steadily toward its ultimate long-term target of 42,000 satellites. 

Operating in LEO, Starlink delivers an ultra-responsive latency of 25 to 60 milliseconds. While local, regional fiber-optic networks can offer slightly lower latency and higher top-tier consistency in heavily urbanized zones, Starlink bridges the digital divide seamlessly by providing instant, high-speed connectivity to rural and infrastructure-depleted areas without any reliance on ground-based cabling.

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Tishwash:  these are the ones they use now not the ones we are waiting for

Why have small denominations disappeared from the markets? Al-Zaydi's advisor reveals the reasons.

 The Prime Minister's financial advisor, Mazhar Muhammad Salih, revealed on Wednesday the reasons for the scarcity of small denominations of currency in Iraqi markets, stressing that this is mainly related to their paper nature and the high speed of their circulation, which leads to their deterioration within a short period of time.

Saleh told Shafaq News Agency that issuing currency in its various denominations is one of the core tasks of the Central Bank of Iraq, which is responsible for managing the currency and providing the necessary liquidity to meet the needs of economic activity and ensure the smooth flow of payments and the stability of cash transactions.

He explained that small denominations of currency represent the primary tool for conducting low-value daily transactions, which makes them the most commonly traded among citizens and markets, and therefore the most susceptible to wear and tear.

Saleh added that Iraq, unlike many countries that rely on coins for small denominations, still uses paper denominations, noting that the lifespan of these denominations does not exceed about one year according to international standards, due to the intensity of their use and their continuous transfer between hands, at a time when reliance on paper money remains high while electronic payment methods continue to grow.

He pointed out that the Central Bank has accurate indicators and statistics to measure the demand for different denominations of currency, and it is the first entity to sense the market’s need to issue or reprint any denomination, especially the small denominations, which are characterized by their rapid circulation compared to the large denominations, which tend to be more towards saving or hoarding.

The government advisor concluded his remarks by saying that "providing small denominations is not just about issuing currency, but also represents one of the indicators of efficient cash management, and contributes to ensuring the smooth flow of economic activity and the stability of the payments system," stressing that "these denominations are continuously monitored by the Central Bank of Iraq."

Iraqi markets are experiencing ongoing suffering due to the scarcity of small denominations of currency, such as 250 and 500 dinars, which puts citizens and shop owners in front of frequent difficulties in completing daily buying and selling transactions.

Sellers often resort to compensating for the shortage by giving alternative goods such as gum, tissues, or sweets instead of returning the change as in the markets, while others are forced to round up or down prices, which provokes consumer dissatisfaction.  link 

Tishwash:  Coordination framework: Iraq's security and sovereignty cannot be violated or compromised under any circumstances.

 The Coordination Framework affirmed that "Iraq's security and sovereignty are inviolable and cannot be compromised under any circumstances, and it rejects turning Iraq into an arena for regional and international conflicts."

A statement from the Coordination Framework's media office indicated that "the Framework held an emergency meeting Wednesday evening at the Government Palace to discuss the American-Saudi attacks on Iraq's sovereignty."

According to the statement, the Coordination Framework condemned the aggression targeting Iraqi territory, which resulted in the martyrdom of several members of the Popular Mobilization Forces and the injury of others, in a blatant violation of Iraq's sovereignty and territorial integrity, and in contravention of the principles of international law and the UN Charter.

The Framework expressed its astonishment at this attack, especially given the government's adoption of a balanced foreign policy based on building cooperative and partnership relations with its regional neighbors and the international community.

He offered his sincere condolences to the families of the martyrs and wished a speedy recovery to the wounded. He affirmed that Iraq's security and sovereignty are inviolable and cannot be compromised under any circumstances, and he rejected turning Iraq into an arena for regional and international conflicts.

He emphasized that "the attacks targeting Iraq and violating its sovereignty do not serve regional and international efforts aimed at containing the crisis and de-escalating tensions, but rather contribute to complicating the situation and threaten security and stability in the entire region." link

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Tishwash:  Al-Aboudi: Three factions have begun handing over their weapons to the state, and talks are underway with Washington and Tehran to support the monopoly of arms.

National Security Advisor Qasim al-Aboudi revealed new developments in the file of restricting weapons to the state, stressing that the government held talks with the United States and Iran to support this path, while announcing that three factions have begun procedures to hand over their weapons to official institutions.

Al-Aboudi said in a televised statement that Prime Minister Ali Faleh al-Zaidi’s visit to Washington contributed to developing the course of Iraqi-American relations and moving them to the framework of economic partnership and security cooperation, indicating that the two sides agreed to resume training programs and security coordination, as well as discussing a number of joint files.

He explained that the issue of restricting weapons to the state requires dialogue with the various concerned parties, noting that some factions were linking their continued possession of weapons to the presence of American forces, and that an understanding regarding the end of their presence removes one of the justifications that were being put forward in this context.

He added that the government discussed the issue with the Iranian side, noting that Tehran expressed its readiness to support efforts to restrict weapons after being convinced of the withdrawal of US forces, stressing that Baghdad emphasized during the meetings its rejection of the use of Iraqi territory or targeting it in any conflict.

Al-Aboudi stressed that the government is committed to ending the presence of any weapons outside the framework of the state, noting that the next phase will witness new steps to strengthen the authority of official security institutions and consolidate the state’s monopoly on weapons. link

FRANK26….7-29-26…..THE FATHER OF ALL BANK STORIES

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FRANK26….7-29-26…..THE FATHER OF ALL BANK STORIES

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