Coffee with MarkZ, joined by Andy Schectman and Zester. 06/10/2026

Coffee with MarkZ, joined by Andy Schectman and Zester. 06/10/2026

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

MZ:  PMF and HCL seem to dominate Iraqi news, inflation, gold, wars, and a frayed society. We are joined first by Andy Schectman today and then Zester joins for a digital update.

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News, Rumors and Opinions Wednesday 6-10-2026

KTFA:

Clare:  A member of parliament warns of the "erosion" of Iraq's cash reserves due to operational expenses.

6/9/2026

 Kurdish MP Jamal Kojar warned on Tuesday of the "erosion" of Iraq's cash reserves due to the country's monthly operating expenses.

 Kujer told Al-Furat News Agency, “The talk about concerns about the erosion of the cash reserve is due to the existence of facts that confirm the country’s need for at least 8 trillion dinars per month to cover operating expenses.”

He added, "The financial resources are less than this amount, so we will definitely need to borrow, whether internally or externally, and these concerns are realistic under the current circumstances."

The Prime Minister’s financial advisor, Mazhar Muhammad Salih, confirmed in a press statement today that “about 40 million Iraqis depend directly or indirectly on government income,” stressing that any external borrowing should be “smart debt” for productive projects, not for consumption.

He added, "Corruption and kickbacks raise the cost of projects in Iraq by up to 45%."

Ragheed   LINK

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Clare:  Kurdistan Integrity Commission announces a rewards system for whistleblowers reporting corruption cases.

6/9/2026

Integrity Commission in the Kurdistan Region announced on Tuesday the launch of a special project to grant financial rewards to those who report corruption cases and files, as part of its expanded strategy to combat financial and administrative corruption in the region.

The head of the Integrity Commission in the region, Ahmed Anwar, said in a press conference attended by Shafaq News Agency that the commission has begun activating the provisions of the Anti-Corruption Law in the region, which grants it the authority to award rewards to citizens who provide accurate and documented information about corruption cases, where the value of the reward is determined based on the size and importance of the case.

Anwar explained that the mechanism followed includes referring all information received from informants to the competent investigations division of the authority for verification and action, stressing that "the law guarantees full protection of the identity of informants; if a person wishes to keep his name secret, his information is included in a highly confidential system that no party has the right to access."

The head of the authority added that if the person who disclosed the corruption wishes to reveal his identity, his name will be included in the list of those cooperating with the authority publicly.

Regarding corruption indicators, Anwar revealed that the number of corruption cases that were prepared and referred to the judiciary during the past six months in the Kurdistan Region has recorded a significant increase compared to the second half of 2025.

He confirmed that the commission will issue a detailed report at the end of June, which will include an update to the list of cases referred to the judiciary, with the aim of strengthening coordination between the commission’s departments and the competent courts in the region to accelerate the pace of deciding on corruption cases.  LINK

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Courtesy of Dinar Guru:  https://www.dinarguru.com/

Frank26    If you have the formation of the government then a lot of things become active, a lot of things are implemented.  There's a domino effect that's going to occur.  The opening of the budget is going to take us straight to what we want right away, the HCL, because it needs a new exchange rate...The HCL is #1...

Reset Intelligence  There is no economic case for the dinar at 1,300.  You do not harden a currency at the printing press. You harden it in the vault, and that is where this one is being made strong.  $97 billion in reserves. A record 162 tons of gold.  The floor is a political decision, not an economic one.

JeffThere's an upcoming US visit.  They don't have a date set.  It just says official trip to Washington announced...They're not going to give you a date...IMO he's [PM Zaidi] coming here after the rate has changed, after Iraq has stability...

Mnt Goat   If you are so concerned about the budget for 2026 because you think the new RV rate is in it then you are WRONG, WRONG and WRONG... The RV rate we want is NOT stated in the budget tables nor will it ever be...The budget is based off of the price of oil per barrel not the rate of the dinar.

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Why You’ll Buy $500 Silver — Gold to Go Parabolic in One Day: Michael Oliver, Clive Thompson

Daniela Cambone:  6-8-2026

What if the next move in gold and silver isn’t a gradual climb—but a historic, parabolic surge that leaves investors chasing $500 silver and scrambling to understand what just happened?

Michael Oliver and Clive Thompson join Daniela Cambone for a peak behind the curtains at what is next for Gold and Silver!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-5yiZ_4XfQ0

Reset Intelligence: Watch What they do, Not What they Say

David E. Atterton: Watch What they do, Not What they Say

6-9-2026

By David E. Atterton | Reset Intelligence | @EXIT_FIAT

Two governments are running the same move right now, and neither will say the word for it.

One of them did this once before, right next door, and the people who held the currency through the worst of it walked away holding the most valuable note on earth.

The denial that tells you the plan

A year-old clip of Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent went around the feeds again this weekend, stamped as breaking. In it he says the United States is not revaluing its gold. In the very same breath he says they will “mobilize the asset side of the balance sheet.” That is the revaluation play wearing a different jersey. The gold still sits on the federal books at 42.22 dollars an ounce while the market price runs above 4,500. That gap is the prize, and they can take it without ever saying the word revalue.

Baghdad is reading from the same script

Iraq cannot make payroll, its oil revenue is choked, and its central bank is printing to cover the hole. Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi has confirmed he will fly to Washington with a delegation behind him. The cover story is investment and reconstruction. A bankrupt oil state does not fly to Washington to talk business it cannot fund.

The precedent is the Kuwaiti dinar

When Iraq invaded Kuwait in 1990 the Kuwaiti dinar was written off as a casualty of war and fell to a nickel on the black market. After liberation the Central Bank of Kuwait pulled the old series, ruled the stolen notes worthless, and rolled out a brand new series. Holders of the genuine notes swapped old for new, one for one, and walked back out holding the strongest currency on the planet.

• 3rd series – ruled invalid effective 30 September 1991 (the notes Iraq looted)
• 4th series – issued 24 March 1991 after liberation, genuine holders made whole one-for-one
• US gold – $42.22 an ounce on the books vs $4,500-plus market, roughly $800 billion unbooked

The reset did not punish the people who held through the chaos. It paid them. That is the part the headlines skip.

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That is the short version – the moves are public. The daily briefing connects them, sources every figure, and tells you what it means for the dinar holder watching from the outside.

The book that mapped this two years before Treasury named the architecture: Head of the Snake. The free guides and scenario research: the reference library.

The only question history will ask is who saw it while it was actually happening.

https://dinarchronicles.com/2026/06/09/david-e-atterton-watch-what-they-do-not-what-they-say/

Ariel: Iraqi Dinar Update, Current SITREP as of June 8, 2026 (and more)

Ariel:  Iraqi Dinar Update, Current SITREP as of June 8, 2026

6-8-2026

Good evening to you all. We are in the thick of things aren’t we? We are on the verge of some major action across different sectors. But the main one being the Clarity Act for now is what we are focused on.

So let’s tie Iraq into this equation. Iraq’s been grinding through a slow-burn cleanup that’s hitting harder than the public stories let on. That Mustafa Sanad move on halting the 116 billion dinar transfer to Dubai isn’t some random anti-corruption flex. It’s a visible crack in the old leakage pipelines that have bled the system for years offshore cutouts, parallel market plays, and networks that funneled liquidity where it shouldn’t go.

The Central Bank tightening controls while prepping the full government cashless pivot by early July. State institutions are already shifting trillions electronically, with the Interior Ministry going digital. It’s not just convenience it’s visibility. Every transaction leaves a trail that old factions can’t easily bury.

With that said over the past month, Iraq’s been stacking wins that fly under most radars. Political meetings between Sudani’s circle and Central Bank leadership have hammered HCL (Hydrocarbon Law) long-delayed oil revenue sharing that locks in federal control while giving regions skin in the game. When that lands fully, it stabilizes budgets and removes one of the biggest excuses for currency volatility.

Recent policy tweaks on electronic payment mandates are aggressive: fines for non-compliance, incentives for SMEs to onboard, and quiet crackdowns on auction leaks. Incidents like the Sanad bust aren’t isolated they’re part of a pattern where auditors are cross-referencing dollar outflows with real economic activity.

Watch for more HCL ratification noise and any sudden gold reserve announcements; those are the tells that the books are squaring up for re-rate mechanics.

Deeper Moves on the Dinar Front

The digital push ties straight into redenomination talk dropping the zeros, aligning toward a cleaner peg. Public chatter floats 1:1 with the USD post-adjustment, then layering in gold backing as reserves sit north of 170 tons (up significantly from prior baselines, now a solid chunk of central bank assets).

But of course this isn’t accidental hoarding. It’s collateral positioning for a “Dollar 2.0” style reset where value holds or grows instead of the endless erosion we’ve seen.

The backchannel testing on tokenized rails and ISO-compliant settlements has been running quieter than admitted, coordinating with U.S. Treasury vectors on commodity anchors. The 116 billion stoppage signals senders/receivers sensing the window closing liquidity fleeing ahead of rate mechanics that could lock in new valuations outside easy arbitrage.

Majeed actually sent me a DM of someone he knew that spoke on this very strongly regarding the Dollar 2.0. Here is an article on it. https://www.binance.com/en/square/post/301201300495329

Read Full Article:
https://www.patreon.com/posts/iraqi-dinar-160554195

https://dinarchronicles.com/2026/06/09/prolotario-iraqi-dinar-update-current-sitrep-as-of-june-8-2026/

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Ariel:  This Lines up Exactly with the Pattern

6-9-2026

This lines up exactly with the synchronized pattern we’ve seen. When Washington advances digital asset frameworks, Iraq mirrors it on the ground. The Clarity Act (and companions) carves regulatory space for stablecoins and tokenized systems here.

Baghdad responds by accelerating its own cashless push and electronic payment mandates. Same week timing on prior crypto signals and Iraq’s Regulation No. 2 of 2024 rollout shows the coordination US policy wind creates cover, Iraq uses it to tighten internal controls and prepare cleaner rails for any stronger dinar system.

Picture the old system as a leaky boat full of cash that disappears into shadows. Now they’re patching it while building a new digital engine.

Cashless “government” deadline by early July, halted suspicious dinar transfers (like that 116 billion to Dubai), HCL oil revenue cleanup, and gold reserve building. These steps plug corruption leaks and stabilize books so the dinar can move toward redenomination (dropping zeros) and asset-backed strength. Then what follows once they have done all of this? A currency revaluation.

Xaif Crypto:  Something big just got introduced in Congress The new "American Reserve Modernization Act doesn't just create a Bitcoin Reserve It creates a Digital Asset Stockpile for ALL other cryptocurrencies too. $XRP  could be sitting in the US government's books.

Watch on X:  https://x.com/Xaif_Crypto/status/2064060837732753573/video/1

Source(s):
• https://x.com/Prolotario1/status/206412837837491437

https://dinarchronicles.com/2026/06/09/prolotario-this-lines-up-exactly-with-the-pattern/

News, Rumors and Opinions Tuesday 6-9-2026

Majeed KSA: Iraq to Introduce a New Currency

6-9-2026

Iraq’s government and the Central Bank have set mid-2026 (around July 2026) as the target for eliminating cash transactions within government institutions and moving government payments to digital systems.

Government institutions have already adopted electronic payment systems for collections and payments.

The Central Bank is building national payment infrastructure, including instant payments, a national payment switch, and government payment gateways.

Digital wallets, bank cards, POS terminals, and online government services are expanding rapidly.

That said, a fully digital economy where most citizens, businesses, and government services operate digitally with minimal cash use.

And yeah, don’t worry your cash will be exchangeable with the zero calculated during exchange.

IRAQ Introduce of New Currency •CBI strategic PLAN initiatives 2024-2026: Improve the quality & structure of Iraqi CURRENCY 8. Introduce NEW issues of high quality CURRENCY to reduce impact. 9. Establish a lab to examine currency. 10. Automation of ca$h operations (counting & sorting). CBI news today: •The Central Bank of Iraq, Erbil branch, held a special training program entitled "Developing the skills of counting and sorting employees" for the employees of the issuance and safes department in the branch. https://cbi.iq/news/view/3218

Source(s):
• https://x.com/majeed66224499/status/2064084042119815445

https://dinarchronicles.com/2026/06/09/majeed-ksa-iraq-to-introduce-a-new-currency/

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Courtesy of Dinar Guru:  https://www.dinarguru.com/

Sandy Ingram  The $900 [approved World Bank financing trade routes] enable Iraq to increase its GDP.  Current rate doesn't automatically go up just because the GDP goes up, but the currency exchange rate can't go up if the GDP doesn't increase...

Reset Intelligence   Look at who just told the world he is getting on a plane.  Al-Zaidi, prime minister of a country that cannot make payroll, its oil chocked off, and its central bank printing to cover the gap, has confirmed he will fly to Washington with a delegation behind him.  The cover story is investment and reconstruction...A bankrupt oil state does not fly to Washington to talk business it cannot fund...

Ross  Iraq is in a transition year due to the Iran War.  New leadership. New cabinet.  Reforms loading.  Liquidity tightened.HCL and diversification from oil just became urgent. CBI isn’t bending. They’re enforcing their mandate and forcing real fiscal discipline.  ...After 23 years of waiting, this is the fastest things have moved.  IQD RV thesis is stronger than ever before.

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Sound Money Hour with Lynette Zang and Daniel Diaz

6-8-2026

Join Lynette Zang, Founder and CEO of Zang International, and Daniel Diaz, Executive Director of Citizens for Sound Money, for Sound Money Hour—a monthly livestream covering the economy, sound money legislation, gold and silver, financial freedom, and the latest developments shaping the monetary system.

Each month, Lynette and Daniel discuss current events, answer audience questions, and share practical ways citizens can get involved in advancing sound money initiatives at the local and state level.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mZ6Ya9IuZqA

Ross: The IQD RV Thesis is Stronger than Ever Before

Ross: The IQD RV Thesis is Stronger than Ever Before

6-8-2026

Japan isn’t just another investor.

They are the global leader in real-world XRP adoption — having spent a decade building XRP-native financial infrastructure while most of the world was still debating.

They’re not experimenting. They’re operational.

Why do you think Japan is looking to do business with Iraq?

After IQD RVs, Iraq will face massive FDI inflows — especially once HCL fully unlocks the energy sector — plus enormous oil revenue streams.

Moving that capital efficiently, cheaply, and compliantly across borders becomes non-negotiable.

We’re watching the global shift to tokenized assets and currencies.

Iraq opening the door to Japanese capital right now positions the new dinar to plug directly into that ecosystem instead of fighting legacy systems.

That opportunity only materializes cleanly post-RV — with a stable, revalued, and digitally capable dinar.

Iraq is in a transition year due to the Iran War.

New leadership. New cabinet. Reforms loading.

Liquidity tightened.

HCL and diversification from oil just became urgent.

CBI isn’t bending.

They’re enforcing their mandate and forcing real fiscal discipline.

FUDsters doubt when the pieces are finally aligning…

After 23 years of waiting, this is the fastest things have moved.

IQD RV thesis is stronger than ever before.

Channel 8 English:  The Central Bank of Iraq (CBI) issued a comprehensive policy defense clarifying the technical parameters of its liquidity management operations and firmly denying media allegations that the regulator has engaged in unbacked currency printing to fund the government's public deficit.

 In an official statement released by its Media Office, the apex bank warned that misrepresenting routine open-market procedures risks undermining public confidence in the Iraqi Dinar (IQD) and creating artificial inflationary panics. Read more: https://channel8.com/english/news/59453

Source(s):
• https://x.com/Ross_ptm/status/2063704623043751986
• https://x.com/Ross_ptm/status/2063711904158388429

https://dinarchronicles.com/2026/06/08/ross-the-iqd-rv-thesis-is-stronger-than-ever-before/

News, Rumors and Opinions Monday 6-8-2026

KTFA:

Clare:  Al-Araby Al-Jadeed: Al-Zaydi wants to finalize the appointment of the Ministers of Interior and Defense before going to the United States

6/7/2026

Political and parliamentary sources reported that Parliament postponed the session to complete the vote on the government until a political consensus is reached on the remaining ministries, amid ongoing discussions about the possibility of voting on a number of them, and it is not necessary for all of them to be passed.

The sources, speaking to Al-Araby Al-Jadeed newspaper, pointed out that Al-Zaidi wants to complete his ministry before heading to Washington on a visit that is being planned in advance. The presence of the Ministers of Defense and Interior is essential for this visit, in which security files will be on the agenda. This comes at a time when Iraq is facing security and political challenges, which raises questions about the repercussions of the absence of senior executive leaders in the security and military institutions on the government’s ability to manage sensitive files.  LINK

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Tishwash:  Iraq is discussing with the World Bank the provision of technical support for preparing the upcoming budget.

6/7/2026

Finance Minister Faleh Sari met on Sunday with a World Bank delegation headed by Regional Director Jean-Christophe Carré and the Special Representative of the mission in Iraq, Emmanuel Salinas, to discuss prospects for technical and institutional cooperation and support for the country’s financial and economic reform priorities.

A statement issued by the Iraqi Ministry of Finance indicated that the meeting discussed mechanisms for cooperation with the World Bank in providing technical and advisory support for the preparation of the next general budget, in order to enhance the efficiency of financial planning, take into account spending priorities, and support financial sustainability, in light of current economic changes.

The statement quoted the minister as saying that the Ministry of Finance is proceeding with the implementation of financial reforms based on developing financial management, enhancing non-oil revenues, and modernizing banking, tax and customs systems, in line with the priorities of the government program.

Sari pointed to the importance of benefiting from international expertise and technical support provided by the World Bank, particularly in the areas of institutional capacity building, financial policy development, support for development projects and investment promotion.

For its part, the World Bank delegation renewed its support for the Iraqi government in implementing financial and economic reform programs, and providing the necessary technical advice, in order to contribute to strengthening financial stability and supporting the Sustainable Development Goals.  LINK

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Courtesy of Dinar Guru:  https://www.dinarguru.com/

Thom  Iraq has a new government. It's functional but incomplete, and the hardest decisions are still  unresolved...What's still unresolved: Nine ministries remain unfilled  including  Defense, Interior, Planning, Culture, Higher Education, Labor, Migration, Housing, and Youth.  Defense and Interior are the two that matter most because they control the security apparatus and are directly tied to the weapons disarmament push. Washington refused to resume transfer of certain dollar assets to Iraq while pressuring Baghdad not to seat affiliates of Iran-backed militia groups in cabinet posts...Who fills Defense and Interior will signal more about this government's actual direction than any written policy commitment. 

Sandy Ingram  We know the World Bank is providing $900 million to Iraq at a time when the world is in a little bit of trouble with the oil because they can't get it through the Strait of Hormuz.  All of a sudden the World Bank is providing the necessary finances to help Iraq provide alternatives to a massive global problem...When the World Bank moves with a $900 million check, things happen...When "the powers that be" get around the table and they decide something should happen because it is in the best interest of global economy shit happens...This $900 million is so crucial, not only to Iraq, but for the world...

Jeff  Everything needed/required to happen is happening right in front of our face.  Preparing to revalue.  Every freaking step.  You can't mention one thing that's not happening, not being discussed or mentioned.  Every possible freaking thing that's needed to be covered, done and performed is happening right now in our face to prepare towards the  revaluation...

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'These Are ENDING Moves' - GOLD to $10k, Stocks to CRASH 30%+: Edward Dowd

Commodity Culture:  6-8-2026

Edward Dowd believes that AI companies priced on a hope and a dream are holding up the broad market and when reality finally hits, he expects stocks to crash 30% or more, with the silver lining being a $10,000 price on gold.

00:00 Introduction

00:33 Gold Will Go To $10,000

03:06 Iran War Impact on Gold and Silver

06:52 How High Can Oil Go?

09:58 AI Risk in Broad Market

14:57 Opportunity in Bubble Bursting?

16:59 Real Economy in Tatters

18:43 Sovereign Debt Crisis Ahead?

20:56 China is in Trouble

 25:28 China and Dedollarization

27:55 What is Peter Thiel's Endgame?

 29:35 Is There Any Value in Markets Today?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fy_xbiXrW3s

Jon Dowling Weekly Wrap Up & Latest Financial Updates June 5th 2026

Jon Dowling Weekly Wrap Up & Latest Financial Updates June 5th 2026

6-5-2026

As we reach the midpoint of 2026, the global financial and geopolitical landscape continues to evolve at a rapid pace.

The latest weekly report, dated June 5, 2026, offers a comprehensive look into the moving parts of global currency realignment, with a specific focus on Iraq’s political trajectory, shifting U.S. economic policies, and the current state of the commodities market. For those tracking international finance, this update provides a roadmap for what to expect in the coming months.

A central theme of this week’s report is the significant progress made by Iraqi Prime Minister Al-Zaidi. With the finalization of his cabinet, the focus has shifted toward imminent diplomatic engagements in Washington, D.C.

These meetings are expected to be a catalyst for sweeping banking reforms. By collaborating with major global institutions like Wells Fargo and Chase, Iraq aims to bring a new level of transparency and coherence to its financial system.

Key to this transition is the enactment of essential legislation, including the HCL gas law and updated border tariffs. These steps are viewed as foundational requirements for integrating Iraq’s economy more fully into the global market, moving beyond localized banking toward a more robust, internationally recognized infrastructure.

The energy sector is currently seeing a surge in optimism, highlighted by Xenog Xol gas reaching all-time market highs. This spike suggests a bullish outlook for the remainder of the year, signaling potential gains for investors keeping a close eye on alternative energy sources.

In contrast, traditional commodities like gold, silver, and crude oil remain in a holding pattern. While the dollar index has shown modest fluctuations, analysts suggest these markets are poised for “breakout” movements. These shifts are likely to be triggered by the resolution of ongoing geopolitical discussions, making the next few weeks a critical period for market watchers.

The report also touches on the domestic front, highlighting recent commentary from President Trump regarding the ideological divide in American economic policy. The discussion contrasts “red” state models—largely focused on tax relief and fostering entrepreneurial growth—with the higher-tax, social-leaning policies of “blue” states.

The report interprets these current political sentiments as a call for broader fiscal reforms, including discussions on debt relief and sustainable economic self-reliance. While U.S. equity indices are currently forecasting highs, the report tempers this optimism with a note of caution, predicting potential market corrections as we head into August and September of 2026.

A unique aspect of this week’s update is the intersection of strategic security and economic stability. The report highlights the presence of U.S. Marines in the Middle East as a stabilizing force, intended to deter corruption and ensure that the process of economic realignment remains transparent.

The goal, according to the report, is a “true” revaluation that is non-corrupt and accessible through mainstream banking institutions. This approach aims to simplify the wealth management process for the general public, moving away from the complicated redemption processes of the past.

To illustrate the importance of these reforms, the report references the historical example of the Zimbabwe hyperinflation crisis, reminding us of the necessity of sound fiscal policy.

As we navigate these complex shifts, the message from the June 5th report is one of “watchful discernment.” With major banking reforms on the horizon and energy markets hitting record peaks, the coming months promise to be transformative.

For a deeper dive into these developments and to stay informed on breaking news as it happens, be sure to watch the full video update from Jon Dowling. Staying informed is the best way to navigate the evolving world of global finance.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m0CEU995oBA

News, Rumors and Opinions Sunday 6-7-2026

KTFA:

Clare:  The Prime Minister receives members of the Board of Directors and Private Sector Development and chairmen of the boards of directors of private banks

6/6/2026

Prime Minister Ali Faleh al-Zaidi received on Saturday members of the Board of Directors and Development of the Private Sector, members of the Iraqi Economic Council, and a number of chairmen of the boards of directors of private banks in Iraq.

The Prime Minister's Media Office said in a statement that "Prime Minister Ali Faleh Al-Zaidi received members of the Board of Directors and Development of the Private Sector, members of the Iraqi Economic Council, and a number of chairmen of the boards of directors of private banks in Iraq."   LINK

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Clare:  Iraq secures international approval for $900 million in funding for road network development project

6/6/2026

Iraq Secures International Approval for $900 Million Road Network Development Project.

The World Bank announced on Friday its approval of a $900 million project to improve Iraq's road infrastructure.

In a statement, the Bank said the project will support Iraq's transport economic corridors through strategic investments in key road corridors that form a cornerstone for domestic transport, regional integration, and long-term economic growth. It will also enhance transport safety and reliability and open new opportunities for individuals and businesses across the country.

The statement added that road transport accounts for more than 90% of Iraq's total transport volume, yet most of the country's road networks suffer from poor infrastructure, deterioration due to climate stresses, and road safety hazards.

The project focuses on priority investments along two strategic axes: a north-south corridor connecting Baghdad to the Turkish border via the E2 highway, and an east-west corridor along the E1 highway linking Baghdad to both Syria and Jordan.

He pointed out that "the program, in its first phase, funds the rehabilitation of key sections of the E1 highway, helps improve the efficiency of specific roads in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, and establishes the initial section of the E2 highway.

These investments combine to enhance the operational efficiency of Iraq's national road network and strengthen its resilience to climate change, while laying a solid foundation for future phases that will attract private sector capital and expand the scope of the transport corridor program."
The statement emphasized that "approximately 7.9 million citizens are expected to benefit from the project, the majority of whom live along newly constructed or upgraded roads, including about 3 million women and 1.5 million young people."

It further noted that "the project will benefit various regions of Iraq, from Baghdad to the Kurdistan Region and along the border corridors with Jordan, Syria, and Turkey."

The statement added that "the project will also support performance-based road maintenance contracts, create an enabling environment for sustainable partnerships with the private sector, and explore opportunities to generate income and revenue."
The statement concluded, “The Roads and Bridges Department of the Ministry of Construction, Housing, Municipalities and Public Works will implement the project with strategic supervision from a high-level steering committee that includes key national institutions and representatives from the Kurdistan Region of Iraq.”  LINK

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Courtesy of Dinar Guru:  https://www.dinarguru.com/

Sandy Ingram  I'm a little excited...Breaking news and excellent news.  The World Bank approves $900 million for Iraq.  This is financing.  It's approved money.  This money is designed to...help Iraq become more connected internally and regionally...This $900 million will enable the Development Road Project to come off without a hitch. This is excellent  news...There's your interstate international transit hub.

Mnt Goat   Article: “PRIME MINISTER’S ADVISOR: IRAQ IS ON THE VERGE OF MAJOR ECONOMIC CHANGES UNDER THE GUIDANCE OF AL-ZAIDI“  Iraq is heading for a huge, radical Economic Transformation. I do not use this terminology lightly. If this holds to it promises this will lead us to what we want – the reinstatement of their dinar currency.

Frank26   I just want the government formed and everything else will follow like a little doggie...Let's hope we see the government in a couple of weeks and then the monetary reform through a new exchange rate...by the speed of Trump...Things are happening so fast...There's only one direction.  There's only one landing spot, a new exchange rate.

Reset Intelligence   Everyone is disarming in Iraq this week, and almost no one is asking why now. The answer: you cannot route Iraq's oil money onto clean rails while the militias are still skimming it at the wellhead. Remove the guns first, then the money has somewhere honest to land. 

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Is the US Financial System Headed for a Collapse? | Lyn Alden

WTFinance: 6-5-2026

On this episode of the WTFinance podcast I had the pleasure of welcoming back Lyn Alden. Lyn Alden is the founder of Lyn Alden Investment Strategy, the author of Broken Money, and one of the most rigorous and original macro voices in finance today.

 During our conversation we spoke about her overview of the economy, gradual printing, FED actions, Fiscal dominance and impact on US hegemon, Economic Statecraft, AI Capex, Stocks and more. I hope you enjoy!

0:00 - Introduction

1:59 - Overview of economy

6:38 - Gradual print

9:22 - Yield curve control

13:03 - FED cut rates?

16:24 - FED still needed?

17:49 - Fiscal Dominance & US Hegemony

19:25 - Economic Statecraft

21:56 - Chinese manufacturing inbalance

27:12 - Chokepoints

29:34 - West moving to Chinese led model?

32:34 - AI Capex

36:09 - Which sectors Lyn is watching?

39:49 - Central banks buying gold

42:39 - US dollar price setter

46:54 - One message to takeaway?

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

Rob Cunningham: The Optimistic KUWL Scenario

Rob Cunningham: The Optimistic KUWL Scenario

6-6-2026

The Optimistic KUWL Scenario:

Every asset can be represented digitally.
Ownership is instantly verifiable.
Settlement occurs in seconds.
Audits become continuous rather than periodic.
Fraud becomes dramatically harder.
Reconciliation becomes largely automated.
Capital becomes more productive because less of it sits idle.

The result is not merely faster finance.

The result is less waste.

Stablecoins Become Honest Digital Cash

In this vision, regulated stablecoins such as RLUSD function as digital representations of sovereign currency.

Every unit is:

fully backed
transparently reported
instantly transferable
globally accessible

Instead of waiting days for payment settlement:

workers get paid immediately
businesses receive funds immediately
suppliers reconcile instantly
consumers gain greater transparency

Money begins behaving more like data.

XRP Becomes a Neutral Liquidity Bridge

In the most optimistic XRP scenario, XRP is not replacing national currencies.

It functions more like a universal translation layer.

Just as the internet allows computers speaking different languages to exchange information, a bridge asset allows value to move between:

dollars
euros
yen
stablecoins
tokenized securities
tokenized commodities

without each participant maintaining enormous pools of dormant capital.

The benefit is not speculation.

The benefit is efficiency.

The XRPL Becomes Infrastructure

In this vision, the XRP Ledger becomes part of the world’s invisible plumbing.

Most people never think about it.

Just as few people think about TCP/IP when sending an email, most people never think about settlement rails.

They simply experience:

lower costs
faster transactions
greater transparency
fewer errors

Infrastructure succeeds when it becomes boring.

AI Becomes a Steward of Coordination

The optimistic AI future is not AI replacing humanity.

It is AI reducing complexity.

AI systems:

reconcile accounts
detect fraud
optimize logistics
manage inventories
forecast shortages
coordinate energy distribution

Human beings remain responsible for values, ethics, leadership, creativity, and meaning.

AI handles administrative burden.

Civilization gains leverage.

Law Provides Clarity

Legislation such as the proposed CLARITY Act and GENIUS Act succeeds when innovators, regulators, businesses, and consumers all know the rules of the road.

Capital generally flows toward certainty.

In the optimistic case:

innovation accelerates
compliance costs fall
institutional adoption increases
consumer protections improve
legal disputes decrease

The rulebook becomes understandable.

The Largest Benefit: Released Human Energy

The greatest benefit may not be financial at all.

It may be human.

When societies spend less energy on:

bureaucracy
reconciliation
paperwork
disputes
inefficiency
corruption

they gain more energy for:

families
education
invention
medicine
art
exploration
service

The ultimate dividend is time.

The Most Optimistic Civilizational Outcome

In the brightest possible scenario:

Truth becomes easier to verify.
Ownership becomes easier to prove.
Fraud becomes harder to conceal.
Commerce becomes easier to conduct.
Opportunity becomes more accessible.
Prosperity becomes more broadly distributed.
Nations retain sovereignty while remaining interoperable.
Technology serves humanity rather than controlling it.

The ideal endpoint is not a world ruled by technology.

It is a world where technology quietly removes friction so that human beings can spend more time pursuing purpose, creativity, stewardship, liberty, and peace.

Source(s):
• https://x.com/KuwlShow/status/2062883989942128949

https://dinarchronicles.com/2026/06/05/rob-cunningham-the-optimistic-kuwl-scenario/

Iraqi Dinar Update: $900 Million World Bank Move: Iraq Economy Game Changer?

Iraqi Dinar Update: $900 Million World Bank Move: Iraq Economy Game Changer?

Edu Matrix:  6-6-2026

Iraqi Dinar Update: $900 Million World Bank Move: Iraq Economy Game Changer?

 The World Bank has approved $900 million in new financing for Iraq through the Iraq Transport Economic Corridors Project, also known as ITREC Iraq.

This major Iraq road connectivity project is designed to improve transportation, support job creation, strengthen Iraq’s road network, and help the country move closer to becoming a regional trade and logistics hub.

In this video, we discuss how the World Bank Iraq $900 million project could impact Iraq’s economy in 2026 and beyond.

The project focuses on major transportation corridors, including Iraq Expressway 1 and Iraq Expressway 2, connecting Baghdad toward Turkey, Syria, and Jordan.

These routes could improve Iraq trade corridors, reduce transportation costs, support agriculture, manufacturing, tourism, and create new opportunities for private sector growth.

This is not just an Iraq infrastructure development story. It is also an Iraq economy 2026 story, an Iraq job creation story, and a regional connectivity story.

Better roads can help businesses move goods faster, help farmers reach markets, improve access to services, and support Iraq’s long-term non-oil economy.

We also discuss what this means for the Iraqi dinar, IQD news, and Iraq’s broader economic future. A road project does not automatically increase the value of the Iraqi dinar, but stronger infrastructure can help build the foundation for long-term economic growth.

Watch the full video to understand why this Iraq Transport Economic Corridors Project could become one of the most important infrastructure developments in Iraq’s economic transformation.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a_IJsolNM50

Rob Cunningham: Currency Exchange by Law

Rob Cunningham: Currency Exchange by Law

6-5-2026

Currency Exchange By Law

Natural law separates creative power from corruptive power.

Positive aligned with positive multiplies life, trust, order, value, peace, and truth.

Positive mixed with negative does not “balance” truth.
It contaminates it.
It converts soundness into compromise.
Clarity into confusion, and
Trust into transaction.

• What is true must not be traded for what is useful.
• What is sound must not be blended with what is corrupt.
• What is real must not be exchanged for imitation.

Because once the positive is subordinated to the negative, the negative rules the exchange.

Turns clarity into confusion, and
Trust into transaction.

This is why evil/lies rarely begin by destroying the good/true, openly. It first blends with it, redefines it, monetizes it, then exchanges it for power.

That is not religion or conspiracy.

That is arithmetic, morality, and natural law converging.

True Currency Exchanges require honestly weighed and measured value, otherwise power accrues to those corrupting the exchange process.

A Global Stablecoin Exchange System is a GENIUS Architectural upgrade that all but centralized fiat exchange racketeers hate.

From 1 World Reserve Currency to 195 World Verifiable Stablecoins flips the perverted moneychanger tables right side up.

Source(s):
• https://x.com/KuwlShow/status/2063055069168259109

https://dinarchronicles.com/2026/06/05/rob-cunningham-currency-exchange-by-law/

Jon Dowling: Gold and Silver Breakout, Impact of Fort Knox Audit

Jon Dowling: Gold and Silver Breakout, Impact of Fort Knox Audit

6-5-2026

In an era of rapid digital transformation and economic uncertainty, understanding the tools available to protect your wealth has never been more critical.

In a recent, highly insightful podcast episode, Micah Haince, Senior Sales Manager at Noble Gold Investments, joins host Jon Dowling to break down the evolving global financial landscape and the indispensable role that precious metals play in long-term wealth preservation.

One of the core takeaways from the conversation is the distinction between speculating and insuring. Micah emphasizes that gold and silver should be viewed primarily as a long-term foundation for financial security rather than a vehicle for quick, short-term profit.

He provides listeners with professional guidance on how to distinguish between numismatic collectible coins and standard bullion, while also sharing practical expertise on how to spot and avoid counterfeit precious metals. For anyone looking to enter the market, this focus on education and authenticity is a vital first step.

The discussion dives deep into the risks associated with the shift toward Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs).

As financial systems become increasingly digital, Micah highlights the unique appeal of gold and silver: they are tangible, off-grid assets that remain outside the reach of digital tracking and potential demonetization. By holding physical assets, investors can secure a level of financial independence that is becoming harder to maintain in a strictly digital global economy.

Perhaps the most compelling part of the conversation centers on the possibility of a major financial reset.

Micah discusses the potential for renewed audits of the gold reserves at Fort Knox and the possibility of an official revaluation of gold prices by the U.S. government.

Drawing on analysis from the U.S. debt clock, the podcast explores how a significant revaluation of gold could theoretically impact the U.S. Treasury’s balance sheet. Whether or not these events align with major historical milestones, the message remains clear: the global financial paradigm is shifting, and tangible assets are becoming increasingly important.

While the prospect of financial change can be daunting, Noble Gold Investments stresses the importance of a measured, sensible approach. Micah advises investors to maintain personal liquidity for near-term needs while using precious metals as a form of “insurance” against systemic volatility. He warns that waiting too long could result in being priced out of the market as demand for tangible assets grows..

If you are interested in deepening your understanding of wealth preservation and the future of the monetary system, we encourage you to watch the full video from Jon Dowling. It is an essential watch for anyone looking to position themselves advantageously in the face of tomorrow’s economic challenges.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NCHrHoEjKq8

https://dinarchronicles.com/2026/06/05/jon-dowling-gold-and-silver-breakout-impact-of-fort-knox-audit/