Iraq Economic News And Points To Ponder Saturday Morning 4-25-26

An Economist Warns Of A Financial Crisis Threatening Iraq At The Beginning Of Next Month

Clock Network -  Economic and banking expert Mustafa Hantoush warned on Wednesday of a crisis that may begin at the start of next month, when Iraq is supposed to receive about $7 billion in oil revenues .

Hantoush said in a televised interview followed by Al-Sa’a Network that “a crisis may begin at the beginning of next month, when Iraq is supposed to receive about $7 billion in oil revenues, but the closure of the Strait of Hormuz and the cessation of exports may reduce revenues to about $2 billion, causing two main problems: financing salaries and financing trade.”

He added that "the Americans used to send a plane every two or three months carrying $500 million or $1 billion, and since 2022 the money received during the whole year has become only about $5 billion ."

He explained that "these funds cover only one case, which is selling dollars to travelers, in addition to the fact that the central bank has enough liquidity to finance this activity for two years ."

He explained that "these funds, if they actually arrive, represent only 5% of oil revenues, and if the United States wanted to actually influence these matters, it would have manipulated the large sums that come in the form of transfers and letters of credit," noting that "Iraq sells 97% of its oil exports through these banking mechanisms, which do not arrive in the country in cash ."

He pointed out that "the state is currently discussing the deficit reduction law, which is a loan to finance salaries until the end of the year, but the law does not have consensus due to disagreements between the government and parliament, which may lead to a delay in its approval ."

He added that "if the law is delayed, the government may resort to funding salaries from current revenues, which include about 3 trillion dinars from oil, and about 1 trillion dinars from internal revenues, such as ports and others, while a deficit of about 3 trillion and 500 billion dinars remains ."

He added that "Iraq currently exports between 300,000 and 350,000 barrels per day, 300,000 through the port of Ceyhan, and 50,000 through Syria, while the Ministry of Oil is working on developing a new export line through Mosul and Fishkhabur, which may add 250,000 barrels per day, bringing the total to about 600,000 barrels, compared to 3.6 million barrels previously ."

He stressed that "the only solution for Iraq is to resume exports through the Strait of Hormuz, as the rest of the solutions are temporary ."  https://alssaa.com/post/show/51101-خبير-اقتصادي-يحذر-من-أزمة-مالية-تهدد-العراق-مطلع-الشهر-المقبل

The Dollar In Iraq Is Under Siege... Washington Scrutinizes Dubai Transfers And Halts Shipments

Last updated: April 23, 2026   Independent/- Private and informed sources revealed developments they described as sensitive and dangerous in the Iraqi dollar file, indicating that the United States has begun, in the past few hours, to suddenly tighten the path of financial transfers leaving Iraq, especially those heading to Dubai, in a move that coincided with the suspension of dollar shipments to Iraq.

 According to information obtained by Al-Mustaqilla, the American authorities have imposed strict scrutiny on financial transfers originating from Baghdad to the UAE, amid suspicions of mixing operations or transfers of unclear origin, which prompted Washington to tighten control urgently and directly.

The source confirmed that this sudden scrutiny is one of the main reasons behind the suspension of dollar shipments to Iraq in recent hours, reflecting growing American concern about the mechanisms for transferring funds out of the country and their final uses. 

Available data indicates that current inspection procedures focus on tracking the movement of funds and ensuring the integrity of banking procedures related to foreign transfers, in light of increasing international pressure to tighten control over the Iraqi financial system and prevent any uses that may fall under illegal activities or raise suspicions among international regulatory bodies.

In contrast to these developments, no official clarification has yet been issued by the Iraqi government or the Central Bank of Iraq, which widens the circle of questions about the truth of what is happening, the size of the crisis, and its possible repercussions on the local market, especially since the dollar issue is one of the most sensitive issues in the Iraqi economy, given its direct link to the exchange rate, imports, and monetary stability.

Observers believe that the next phase may witness stricter measures on foreign transfers, and perhaps modifications to the dollar management mechanism within Iraq, if American pressure continues without reaching clear financial or diplomatic solutions to limit the escalation.

The Iraqi public, along with economic and financial circles, are awaiting an official position that reveals the truth about these developments, at a time when fears are growing about repercussions that may extend to exchange rates, markets and commercial activity, if the suspension of dollar shipments continues or restrictions imposed on foreign financial transfers expand.    https://mustaqila.com/الدولار-في-العراق-تحت-الحصار-واشنطن-تد/

Google Plans To Invest $40 Billion In Artificial Intelligence Company Anthropic

Money and Business  Google plans to invest up to $40 billion in artificial intelligence firm Anthropic, the company confirmed on Friday, paving the way for a long-term alliance between the two American companies.

This investment comes as part of a partnership in which Anthropic utilizes Google's chips and cloud computing services.
An Anthropic representative confirmed that the agreement includes an initial investment of $10 billion from Google, with the remaining $30 billion contingent on performance and the achievement of objectives.

Amazon is investing in Anthropic.

This announcement comes just days after Amazon revealed a plan to strengthen its collaboration with Anthropic with a new investment of $5 billion, plus another $20 billion if performance targets are met.

Anthropic announced its commitment to spending over $100 billion on Amazon's cloud computing services to support artificial intelligence over the next decade.

Anthropic is among the AI ​​companies investing tens of billions of dollars in computing infrastructure as it strives to become a leader in the technology.

Anthropic   revealed in early April that it had tripled its annual revenue to over $30 billion, surpassing OpenAI for the first time.

Anthropic CEO Dario Amode visited the White House last week, where the atmosphere was reportedly cordial, following the company's refusal to grant the Pentagon unconditional use of its AI models.

Earlier this month, Anthropic announced Mythos, its latest AI model, which it had previously refrained from releasing due to potential cybersecurity risks and concerns about its potential misuse by hackers.

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Iran, Iraq Eye $20B Trade Target With New Barter System Plan

2026-04-25 Shafaq News- Tehran   Iran and Iraq are moving to establish a barter system for goods and services as part of efforts to expand bilateral trade, the head of the Iran–Iraq Joint Chamber of Commerce said on Saturday.

Yahya Al-Eshaq indicated that the initiative forms part of the chamber’s strategic plans for the year, aimed at strengthening economic ties between the two countries.

Iraq remains one of the main destinations for Iran’s non-oil exports, importing goods, technical and engineering services, and energy worth billions of dollars annually, he noted, describing the relationship as strategically significant on both commercial and geopolitical levels.

The cooperation has supported economic growth, job creation, infrastructure development, and closer economic integration, supported by shared religious and cultural ties and a long land border that facilitates trade and investment.

The chamber is targeting an increase in bilateral trade to $20 billion annually, a goal that requires addressing key challenges including trade imbalances, administrative and bureaucratic hurdles, and the impact of sanctions.

Proposed measures include launching a barter mechanism for goods and services, creating a joint investment platform, establishing a financial settlement system for traders, setting up a clearing center, and accelerating export processes to Iraq while facilitating imports into Iran.https://www.shafaq.com/en/Economy/Iran-Iraq-eye-20B-trade-target-with-new-barter-system-plan

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The Man Who Ran US Treasury In 2008 Just Told Everyone To Prepare...

The Man Who Ran US Treasury In 2008 Just Told Everyone To Prepare...

MarkMoss:  4-23-2026

The man who ran the US Treasury back in 2008, just told the country to prepare for the break the glass plan. Now, hat's the headline but that's not the real story.

The real story is what the Treasury did quietly, just one hour later. I'm talking about $15 billion bought back in a single morning.

In the world of global finance, few voices carry as much weight as Henry Paulson. As the former US Treasury Secretary who navigated the 2008 financial crisis, his insights into market stability are often viewed as a bellwether for what’s to come.

Recently, Paulson has issued a stark warning: the United States is inevitably heading toward a significant financial “wall.”

Unlike the reactive measures taken during the 2008 subprime mortgage crisis, Paulson is urging policymakers to prepare a “break the glass” emergency plan in advance. This isn’t just theory; we are already seeing the gears move behind the scenes.

Shortly after his warning, the US Treasury quietly repurchased $15 billion of its own debt in a single day—a dramatic escalation in buyback activity designed to control yields and prevent a sudden dislocation in the debt market.

To understand why this is happening, we have to look at the mechanics of the “debt spiral.” Historically, the US has relied on foreign nations like China and Japan to be the primary buyers of its debt. However, trust in these “printable” assets is waning. Factors such as geopolitical tensions and the freezing of foreign bank accounts have led these major holders to reduce their Treasury positions by significant percentages.

When demand for debt drops, the government must offer higher yields to attract buyers. This increases the cost of borrowing for the nation, often forcing the Federal Reserve to intervene by printing money to purchase the remaining debt. This cycle—increased money supply leading to currency devaluation and inflation—creates a feedback loop that has historically destabilized economies ranging from the UK and Greece to Argentina.

As sovereign nations distance themselves from US debt, a new trend is emerging. Instead of hoarding paper currency, countries like Saudi Arabia and India are significantly increasing their gold reserves.

Gold represents a “scarce” or “unprintable” asset—something that cannot be devalued by a central bank’s printing press or seized easily through digital intervention.

This philosophy is also taking root in the corporate world. Most notably, the company formerly known as MicroStrategy has transitioned into a “Bitcoin development company,” becoming the largest corporate holder of the asset. By accumulating nearly 4% of the total Bitcoin supply, they are championing a new treasury management philosophy: moving away from short-term stock picking and toward long-term asset preservation.

The fundamental question every investor must now ask is one of asset quality: “How much of my portfolio is in assets that can be printed or seized, versus those that are scarce and secure?”

Printable Assets: These include cash, bonds, and traditional debt instruments. While liquid, they are vulnerable to inflation and the political risks of the issuing body.

Unprintable Assets: These include gold, productive land, and Bitcoin. These are assets with a fixed or limited supply that provide a hedge against currency devaluation.

In light of these shifts, financial experts are urging individuals to develop their own “Treasury Doctrine.” This involves a strategic allocation between printable and unprintable assets, tailored to your specific long-term goals rather than following the daily noise of the stock market.

The warnings from figures like Henry Paulson and the proactive moves by the US Treasury suggest that the global financial regime is undergoing a fundamental transition. While governments debate emergency protocols, savvy corporations and sovereign nations are already repositioning their capital into scarce, durable assets.

For the modern investor, the message is clear: the era of “blindly holding cash” may be coming to an end. Understanding the difference between printable and unprintable wealth is no longer just a theoretical exercise—it is a necessary step for navigating the financial landscape of the future.

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This Strategic U.S. Gold Deal Is Flying Under the Radar | Andy Schectman & Michelle Makori

This Strategic U.S. Gold Deal Is Flying Under the Radar | Andy Schectman & Michelle Makori

Miles Franklin Media:  4-21-2026

Michelle Makori, President & Editor-in-Chief, Miles Franklin Media, interviews Andy Schectman, Founder & CEO of Miles Franklin Precious Metals, on a major gold development that’s flying under the radar and what it could signal for the global financial system.

As the Iran conflict is in its third week, gold has surprisingly weakened instead of rallying. At the same time, the U.S. is quietly facilitating a gold deal with Venezuela, while gold has also become America’s most valuable U.S. export in three of the last four months.

So what’s really happening? Is the U.S. indirectly accumulating gold? Where is all this gold going?

 And could this signal a shift toward a new monetary system?

Schectman breaks down the hidden dynamics behind global gold flows, the possibility of gold being used in trade for critical minerals, and why trust in the financial system may be breaking down.

In this episode of The Real Story with Michelle Makori

The U.S.-Venezuela gold deal and why it matters

Why gold is flowing in and out of the U.S. simultaneously

Is the U.S. quietly accumulating gold again?

Speculation around gold-for-critical-minerals trade

China, supply chains, and strategic resource control

Gold revaluation and the debt crisis

BIS comments on silver and market structure

Private credit risks and systemic contagion

Why trust in financial markets is breaking down

00:00 Introduction

01:51 Venezuela Gold Deal

05:24 Is the US Secretly Buying?

 08:44 Gold Exports Surge

13:27 China vs Switzerland Theories

16:46 Comex Imports and Deliveries

28:44 Debt Math and Revaluation

36:43 Gold Revaluation Path

38:07 July 4th Speculation

39:15 Silver Selloff Explained

40:55 BIS Calls Out Comex

44:15 Global Silver Supply Squeeze

 48:54 Private Credit Time Bomb

57:18 Inflation and Fed Outlook

 01:05:13 Closing Remarks

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Bruce’s Big Call Dinar Intel Thursday Night 4-23-26

Bruce’s Big Call Dinar Intel Thursday Night 4-23-26 

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Welcome everybody to the big call tonight. it's Thursday, April 23rd  and you’re listening to the big call. Thanks for coming back in everybody - glad to have you back, and we're looking forward to having a good call tonight. really. uh,

 All right. Let's talk about where we are on our intel. Now I have to tell you today it's light  --  we had a lot of Intel for Tuesday night's call. If you guys remember what was said on Tuesday, it was pretty substantial.

Tonight is light. But I think I have what we need. We always try to put this in terms of a timeline. I like to know where we are based on where we've been recently, what we where we are now, and where we're going to be in the next few days. So let's just position this that way everybody gets a clear understanding of where we are.

Okay, one of our up sources -- One of our top sources today said that we are pending for this weekend, which would be Saturday, Sunday, pending for the weekend, based on what happens tomorrow? So there is some discussion about moving forward in some aspects, but based on what is decided or what happens in the process, tomorrow would affect whether we start over the weekend with notifications, etc.

Remember, we've had no change so far, kicking in starting Friday or Saturday. Now my gut is always to defer to the second day, not the first, but maybe Saturday.

So it's possible that EBS does kick in with some  information. And it could be pretty interesting, and I'll say what I know about it, but it is pretty interesting what should come out in the first few hours of the EBS broadcasting. Remember, that's Emergency Broadcast System.

Also, we have an emergency alert system. The theory is both will be utilized and by what I'm told, they will both be global announcements, not just for the United States. These could very well be something that the entire world will hear, but we'll see.

The other thing that's more question to us right now is, what about the tariff dividends that we're going to receive? There is discussion in our treasury whether or not they want to come out with so called, all of it, meaning all of the tariff dividends to each of us, or whether they're going to decide to meet it out monthly, like we've talked about in the past. Evidently, certain factors in the treasury want it to come out more or less all at once, sort of like a lump sum to us.

And I think I don't know where President Trump stands on this particular aspect of it, whatever they decide, it will be mainly looking for our notifications, which could happen over the weekend, and then if they do, we're golden. And we set our appointments and we start exchanges.

The other thing is that the tariff dividends, they are still deciding how they're best going to bring that out -- As of today, they were still in discussion about it.

Now the theory is that they might bring those out for direct deposit, and that's what the vast majority of us will get. It is a direct deposit into our bank account.   And that could happen Sunday, Monday.

Sunday, Monday, I don't know that it would happen over the weekend, but the tariff dividends are supposed to occur Sunday, Monday, with the last opportunity that we heard that we would receive it this Sunday and this coming Monday, now we'll see what will happen about that.

What I'm finding is that there is we have been pushed. As you guys know, we've been looking for tariff dividends for a while. We've been looking for our 800 numbers for quite a while

We've been looking for everything else that we're going to receive, like our increases in Social Security. I can guarantee, I can almost guarantee you, it's not going to be this month. We've been told it would be in the last week of April. That's next week, and this week, I usually try to say this coming week, and it is still possible, and I'm not, certainly not going to hold my breath for Social Security increase.

And some of that Intel that's coming from Social Security has been off, let's say hasn't been accurate.

So we'll have to see about that. Obviously, I'm not sweating Social Security when we get it, we get it, but tariff dividends, that could be a nice piece of change. Our R and R, our Doge, those two, if you're, if you’re exchanging currencies at  the redemption center, when you go, remember today, redemption center leaders were told to go in. I don't know how long they stay. I don't have that. I don't know if they saw rates on screens. I don't have that.

There’s a lot I don’t have for this call - I don't have so far for this call, but you know, as well as I do, after we hang up tonight, I'll get more information later tonight. I wish I'd had now. I don't have it now.

So we're gonna have to see what happens over the weekend and whether and what happens on Tuesday when we have another call again, hopefully, everything that we've said, we're going to get with toll free numbers and we're starting exchanges by then, by then, by Tuesday, we'll see --  this thing is definitely a moving target.

And apparently the conflict with Iran has nothing to do with apparently, that's what I'm being told. And right now, President Trump is waiting to see IF Iran will come back to the table and put out a reasonable agreement for peace in Iran, or whether Iran does not come to the party with new leadership, with a new attitude,  and I just hope that we don't have to blow the last 20 25% of the targets we have targeted in Iran, which would be power plants, bridges, God knows what else would be bombed.

But I'm ready. You know, President Trump doesn't want this to go anymore. He wants Iran to come to the party and get true peace agreement. He wants that. He doesn't want this war any more than we do.

And so we're ready, we're ready to move forward.

and I think, I think what Treasury wants to do is make sure everybody has money at the same time, so the bond holders and US that are going for exchanges a production center, we get happening approximately the same time. And when the Doge, not Doge, when the tariff dividends come out for everybody, age 23 or 24 whichever it is, on up, everybody will have some money.

They won't be like those of us who are exchanging or have will be redeemed zim, but they'll have some money. Everybody will feel better about that.

So that is really all that we have right now. We're going to see what happens when they decide some things tomorrow, see if we do get notifications over the weekend, see whether we get started Monday, Tuesday with exchanges. I mean, there's a lot that's still not decided, not quite on our start, our timing to get started. So in the meantime, which is where we are.

All right, that is everything I wanted to say tonight.  Everybody is together with us on this and I look forward to talking with you guys on Tuesday. Let's see what happens over the weekend, and we'll see if the EBS EAS kicks in tomorrow or Saturday,

what it says to us? All right, so we'll see how they bring that out. We'll see if we get notified over the weekend, whether it's early next week, and we'll be in touch with talk to you on Tuesday. All right, so let's pray the call out .

Everybody have a great weekend. Talk to you Tuesday, and let's see what happens over the weekend. God bless you guys. Good night.

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Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Friday Afternoon 4-24-26

Good Afternoon Dinar Recaps,

Market Strain Rising: Oil Near $100 as Shipping Disruptions Intensify

Escalating tensions in key trade routes are driving energy prices higher, increasing inflation risk and pressuring global financial stability

 OVERVIEW (KEY POINTS)

Global markets are reacting to renewed disruption in critical shipping lanes, pushing oil prices toward the $100 level and triggering heightened volatility across financial systems. The instability centers around constrained movement through major energy corridors.

This is happening now as geopolitical tensions continue to impact global shipping activity and supply chains, reducing the flow of oil and increasing uncertainty around future availability. The result is a rapid repricing of energy risk.

Key players include global energy producers, shipping operators, and central banks monitoring the impact of rising oil prices on inflation and economic growth.

The broader implication is clear: energy-driven volatility is feeding directly into financial markets, increasing the likelihood of broader systemic stress.

KEY DEVELOPMENTS

1. Oil Prices Climb Toward $100

Energy markets are reacting to tightening supply conditions.

• Crude prices approaching $95–$100 per barrel

• Reflects rising concern over supply disruption and demand imbalance

2. Shipping Disruptions Limit Global Supply

Key maritime routes remain unstable.

• Reduced vessel movement through critical energy corridors

• Ongoing risk of further restrictions or delays

3. Inflation Pressures Re-Emerge

Higher energy costs are feeding into the economy.

• Fuel prices contributing to rising global inflation expectations

• Increased costs impacting production and transportation

4. Central Banks Face Renewed Pressure

Policy decisions are becoming more complex.

• Higher inflation limits ability to cut interest rates

• Growth concerns conflict with inflation control efforts

 WHY IT MATTERS

This development highlights the central role of energy in global financial stability. When oil prices rise sharply, the effects cascade through the economy, impacting everything from transportation to manufacturing.

Markets are increasingly sensitive to geopolitical disruptions, leading to volatility in commodities, currencies, and equities. This reduces predictability and increases risk.

For policymakers, the situation presents a difficult balance between controlling inflation and supporting economic growth. Missteps could amplify instability.

At the system level, this reinforces a growing pattern: external shocks are driving financial conditions more than internal policy decisions.

WHY IT MATTERS TO FOREIGN CURRENCY HOLDERS

• Energy-importing currencies may weaken as costs rise

• Purchasing power declines due to inflation pressures

• Capital flows may shift toward stronger or resource-backed economies

• Exchange rate volatility increases across global markets

IMPLICATIONS FOR THE GLOBAL RESET

• Pillar 1: Energy-Driven Financial Stress

Rising oil prices reinforce a system where external supply shocks drive economic conditions, increasing systemic vulnerability.

• Pillar 2: Structural Pressure on Monetary Policy

Central banks are constrained by competing priorities, contributing to long-term shifts in how financial systems are managed.

CONCLUSION

The move toward $100 oil underscores the fragility of the current global system, where supply disruptions can quickly translate into financial instability.

As energy prices rise, the pressure spreads across markets, affecting inflation, growth, and policy decisions. The situation remains fluid, with significant implications for the global economy.

This is not an isolated event—it reflects a broader trend of increasing sensitivity to geopolitical and supply chain disruptions.

When energy prices surge, the entire financial system feels the strain—and the pressure for structural change grows stronger.

Seeds of Wisdom Team
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• Reuters — "Oil prices rise toward $100 as supply concerns mount"

• Reuters — "Shipping disruptions add to inflation pressure in global markets"

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Iraq News Posted by Tishwash at TNT 4-24-2026

TNT:

Tishwash:  The Iraqi parliament adjourns its session and decides to extend its legislative term.

 The House of Representatives adjourned its regular session on Thursday, after completing the discussion of a number of legislative items, as part of its work.

The council's media department said in a press statement: "The House of Representatives has begun the first reading of the proposed Juvenile Welfare Law, and has completed reading 50 articles within it."

She added that “the Council also completed the first reading of the proposed first amendment to Law No. (18) of 2018 concerning the protection of teachers, instructors, supervisors and educational counselors.”

She noted that “the council also decided to extend its legislative session for 30 days.”  link

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Tishwash:  Framework delayed PM decision to await US-Iran talks outcome, politician says

Leaders of the Coordination Framework postponed naming a prime minister candidate at a recent meeting in order to await the outcome of negotiations between Washington and Tehran, a politician familiar with the discussions has said.

“The apparent reason was the dispute over the two-thirds mechanism, but the underlying reason was waiting for the U.S.-Iran negotiations and what they will lead to,” Aziz al-Rubaie, secretary-general of the National Line Movement, said in a televised interview.

Rubaie said the meeting, held at the home of Hikma Movement leader Ammar al-Hakim, included Accountability and Justice Commission head Basim al-Badri waiting in a nearby room with a political vision prepared in the event he was named as a candidate. Leaders decided at the last moment to delay the announcement, he said.

Rubaie predicted the framework would not reach conclusions at its Friday meeting either, adding that Sudani and others may yet propose former Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi as a compromise candidate. He attributed the deadlock to “stubbornness and narcissism” among political leaders and said reliance on external actors had distorted decision-making. “We have reached a point where we wait for a signal from the Americans or approval from the Iranians to choose the prime minister,” he said.

The Coordination Framework’s nomination of Maliki in January drew direct U.S. opposition, with Trump warning Washington could halt support for Iraq if Maliki returned to power. The Dawa Party has maintained his candidacy “has not been withdrawn,” while rival factions say eight blocs back incumbent Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani against four for Maliki. Badri and Ihsan al-Awadi, director of Sudani’s office, remain under consideration as alternatives.

President Nizar Amedi has 15 days from his April 12 inauguration under Article 76 to task the largest bloc’s nominee with forming a government.  link

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Tishwash:  Mahmoud Dagher: Trust between banks and the public is the foundation of financial stability and economic support.

Dr. Mahmoud Dagher, Chairman of the Board of Al-Nasik Islamic Bank, stressed that strengthening trust between banks and the public is one of the most important gains that the banking sector should achieve, noting that achieving success and financial stability cannot be achieved without building a strong relationship based on trust and transparency between banking institutions and citizens.

During his speech at the Governance, Risk Management and Compliance Forum, Dagher explained that consolidating this trust requires the actual application of governance and compliance principles, as they are the basic pillar for regulating banking work and ensuring transparency, accountability and commitment to modern professional and administrative standards.

He added that boards of directors bear a pivotal responsibility in this regard, by setting clear policies, following up on their implementation, and developing the banking work environment in a way that contributes to raising performance efficiency and achieving stability, which directly reflects on restoring public confidence in banks and strengthening the role of the banking sector in supporting the national economy.  link

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Tishwash:  Urgent | Urgent warning from the International Monetary Fund: Iraq is the country most affected by the war and has no options for dealing with its economic repercussions.

 A senior official at the International Monetary Fund said that Iraq does not have many options to deal with the economic repercussions of the Iran war other than reducing spending and temporarily resorting to dollar reserves, until a government is formed that can approve borrowing or request formal financing from international institutions.

Jihad Azour, the IMF’s Middle East and Central Asia director, told Al-Sharq platform on Thursday, as reported by Iraq Observer: “There is communication between the IMF and the Iraqi authorities to help the country mitigate the crisis.” He added: “There are discussions, as you know, they are now in the process of choosing a prime minister and forming a government. They currently have very limited ability to request financing or even to borrow due to legislative restrictions.”

He added: “They have to manage spending now in a way that prioritizes the most urgent needs. I think they are already using reserves, which is a temporary solution to a crisis that predates the start of the current war.”

Azour explained that the challenges Iraq is currently facing are due to “years of fiscal expansion,” noting that: “The Iraqi government was already facing severe financial constraints before the war due to a combination of excessive spending and very limited non-oil revenues,” noting that the IMF estimates the economy will contract by about 0.4% in 2025. link

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Tishwash:  Reassurance to employees: Expert says there is no need to worry about salaries despite the disruption in dollar shipments.

Economic expert Nabil Al-Marsoumi confirmed that there is no concern about employee salaries, pointing out that the current crisis is related to the disruption of dollar shipments and not their complete interruption.

Al-Marsoumi said, during his appearance on the “On the Ruler” program broadcast by Al-Furat satellite channel, that: “There are two narratives regarding the issue, the first links it to the circumstances of the war and the difficulty of transferring funds, while the other indicates that it is a measure related to Iraq’s position on regional tensions,” explaining that “this will not significantly affect meeting the demand of travelers, as it represents only about 7% of the total dollar funding and can be covered for several months with the availability of cash reserves at the Central Bank.”

He added that "the continuation of the disruption and its transformation into an American decision may affect the parallel market, especially with about $30 billion deposited in international banks," warning that "the real fear lies in the possibility of stopping bank transfers, given the direct impact this would have on imports."

He pointed out that "the decrease in the number of travelers and the volume of remittances due to the security situation in the region will limit the effects of the crisis," suggesting that "the repercussions of the rise in the dollar exchange rate will be limited at the moment."

He added that "Iraq is incurring daily financial losses as a result of the war," noting that "salaries are secured through the Central Bank's reserves, with options including printing currency, despite the inflationary risks it carries."

Regarding the energy file, Al-Marsoumi stressed that "the cooking gas crisis in Iraq is real as a result of the decline in oil production," noting that "increasing crude oil production will contribute to addressing the gap between supply and demand, while the shutdown of some oil fields and the difficulties in rehabilitating infrastructure have contributed to the loss of significant oil revenues."

Al-Marsoumi concluded by saying that “relying on exporting oil via tankers is a poor, expensive and dangerous means of transport, in addition to causing traffic jams; but it is the only option currently available to Iraq in the absence of alternatives,” indicating that “the cost of transport and shipping reaches about $15 per barrel.”  link

Coffee with MarkZ, joined by Mr. Cottrell. 04/24/2026

Coffee with MarkZ, joined by Mr. Cottrell. 04/24/2026

Some highlights by PDK-Not verbatim

MarkZ Disclaimer: Please consider everything on this call as my opinion. People who take notes do not catch everything and its best to watch the video so that you get everything in context.  Be sure to consult a professional for any financial decisions

Member: GM Mark mods and patriots! Happy Friday to you all

Member: Will this go by the end of May?

MZ: I think so…but again….no one has nailed the timing yet.

MZ: On bonds….they had expected things to go this week. I got one update this morning that said it had been an amazing week and they should get their full funding by Tuesday morning. But things went great. They also said there had been some slow delays dealing with Iraq. But now things are looking really good.

Member:  Hi Mark, if Trump gets an agreement with Iran, including the end of sanctions, will this bring Iran into the RV

Member: Potentially. But do I think it could be in the first basket….no….not unless they delay the heck out of the first basket. Logistics could take time.

Member: What currencies will be in the first basket?

MZ: The currencies we expect the biggest changes in are Iraq, Vietnam, and Indonisia. I am told Venezuela and Zimbabwe will be handled differently then currencies because of “special situations”  I count Zimbabwe more like a “Prosperity Program” .

Member: Venezuela says every citizen in the Country gets a pay raise May 1st ....I could care less about bonds or Iraq come on Venezuela...since the Sanctions have been removed

MZ: In Iraq: “ Kurdish dissident calls for release of detained journalists for exposing corruption of Barzani family”  This could explain some of the drama we are seeing in Iraq?

MZ: “US Department of Justice files a complaint for confiscation of Mansour Barzani’s  mansion in California”  that was purchased renovated using proceeds from a fraudulent scheme that targeted the US Dept. of Defense. In other words some of the money going to Iraq was filtered through there. I think this is big.

MZ: To me it looks like they are doing whatever they can to get this RV off “stuck”

Member: Sounds like Iraq and Somolia are exchanging notes.  

Member: Question is how much will the CBI drag their feet once the government is stable…

MZ: “ What does he choose? Al-Sudani faces Washington’s demands to cut the salaries of the Hastid and target the factions”  These are Iranian factions attacking American factions and Iraqi people. He needs to choose…. Iraq or Iran?

MZ: “Is Trump threatening the government of Baghdad by closing Iraq’s only gate for foreign currency?” In other words they are talking about the cash that goes there from oil sales. I believe if the US stops this…they could collapse within two or three weeks. I think they are forcing them to move forward.

MZ: “The first deputy chairs a extensive meeting to follow up on the outcomes of the oil export session through the Cihan port and stresses the need for oil wealth to be a Federal Resource” Even though there is Iraq drama, Barzani drama and militia drama….they are still working on HCL . They are pounding out all the difference in “revenue sharing” . try to ignore the smoke and pay attention to the progress.

MZ: Think about all these pieces in Iraq and also what the bond folks said.  To me its obvious there is a push to get this across the finish line.

MZ: And there is a constitutional requirement to have the vote to place the candidate for Prime Minister. They are saying that on Friday …..which is today ,they will pick that person.

MZ:

Member: I keep hearing we need to pass Clarity act before RV , so as to make world banking go smoothly. Congress keeps kicking the can on looking at it.

Member: I wonder- how much the US Treasury owns of IQD?

MZ: The book that we have been discussing a lot lately is “The Head of the Snake: The hidden architecture of Iran Wealth extraction and Global Control”  This book has done well on Amazon Kindle….here is the link where you can find it. This breaks down how Iran has been using Iraq to launder money…..very cool.

MZ: https://resetintelligence.com/head-of-the-snake/

Member: I have had my two weeks notice ready for years….Hope I get to use it soon

Member: Have a wonderful weekend everyone……Stay positive.

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News, Rumors and Opinions Friday 4-24-2026

Note: All intel should be considered as "Rumors" until we receive official announcements ...and “Rates and Dates” could change anytime until we get to the banks/redemption centers.

RV Excerpts from the Restored Republic via a GCR Update as of Fri. 24 April 2026

Compiled Fri. 24 April 2026 12:01 am EST by Judy Byington

Global Currency Reset:

The White Hat Military was (allegedly) in control of the foreign currency exchange/ bond redemption process and has already released funds for a Global Currency Reset across the World. Those GCR funds (allegedly) come directly from the US Treasury Department of Defense operations and go out to treasury departments in other countries. All Banks have signed non disclosure agreements. There will be an Internet Blackout.

Thurs. 23 April 2026 A2Z RV & DREAMZ GROUP CHAT: “I’m hearing that bondholders are receiving their notifications. This is important and (allegedly) verified truthful information. As we said yesterday, you are hearing these notifications are out now… the next marker we get are 4b notifications!!!! There are many types of bondholders too, we were looking at specific groups that would be notified just before 4b. Many Bondholders got paid in increments, 1%, 9% and then final payouts of 90%…. These are final payouts.

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Thurs. 23 April 2026 Bruce, The Big Call The Big Call Universe (ibize.com)  667-770-1866, pin123456#, 667-770-1865:

• Today a top source said that we have a pending start over the weekend based on what happens tomorrow Friday with the EBS Broadcast of Global announcements.

• Certain people in the US Treasury want the Tariff dividends ($2.000) to come out in a lump sum, or they could be done in monthly payments starting Sunday-Monday.

• R&R and DOGE payments will be in your money account (wallet) when you receive your redemption appointments.

• Notifications for Tier4b (us, the Internet Group) to receive exchange appointments could happen over the weekend, with exchanges starting by Tues. 28 April.

Thurs. 23 April 2026 CONFIRMED: Redemption Centers preparing for first appointments. …Web3.0 ISO 20022 on Telegram

Sources linked to U.S. Treasury offices report that the first GESARA exchanges were scheduled for April 2026.

Authorized Tier 4B participants are already receiving preparation alerts.

At the centers, biometric verification confirms identity before asset-backed exchanges for ZIM, Dinar, and Dong.

Participants will receive a quantum-linked card connected to their QFS wallet.

Read full post here:  https://dinarchronicles.com/2026/04/24/restored-republic-via-a-gcr-update-as-of-april-24-2026/

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Stephen   Present Trump means business...This is all positive stuff.  It might seem negative.  It might seem like, 'oh my gosh the USA is threatening to pull support for Iraq and the country is going to fall apart.'  Everything is working together. We are watching a beautify puzzle come together and all of these little puzzle pieces that we are not even aware of as dinar investors, are all coming together.  There's so much happening behind the scenes...We need Iranian influence out of Iraq before this [RV] event does take place.
 
Jeff   Question: "All this talk about removing the zeros, is that in country only?"  No, they can't do things only within country.  Anytime the value of the dinar is posted on the CBI website that's publicly global.  Nothing's just in Iraq.

Mnt Goat   Article:   “WASHINGTON HAS HALTED DOLLAR SHIPMENTS TO IRAQ UNTIL A NEW IRAQI GOVERNMENT IS FORMED”  we learn one of the measures the US is using to threaten Iraq to disarm the Iranian backed militia is to cut off shipments of dollars to Iraq...These current U.S. sanctions appear to be about the sanctioning of the actual airborne flights of paper dollars into Iraq... Will it actually help Iraq more than hurt it in curbing the parallel market since the paper dollars will dry up. Maybe this is something that should have been done a long time ago? It will bring up the rate of the dinar.

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The Fog of War Hides Dying COMEX - R.I.P.

Kinesis Money:  4-23-2026

In this week’s Live from the Vault, Andrew Maguire highlights mounting evidence of the COMEX and LBMA losing control over gold pricing, with institutional investors moving away from paper markets and steady physical buying increasingly driving value, as sharp price swings fail to shake long-term demand.

The precious metals expert points to rising global moves away from the dollar, stronger central bank buying, and tightening silver supply, showing how ongoing geopolitical tensions and a weakening dollar are supporting higher gold and silver levels, as physical demand continues to absorb selling pressure.

Timestamps:

00:00 Start

01:28 Comex open interest collapse signals structural breakdown

 05:04 LBMA and CME price benchmarks losing influence

08:24 Sudden sell-offs and what is really driving them

 12:08 Strung physical demand pushing back against price drops

20:29 Key global trends supporting gold and silver

29:11 Rising central bank buying & de-dollarisation shift unfolding quietly

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cwfII7ZFQF4

Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Friday Morning 4-24-26

Good Morning Dinar Recaps,

Ceasefire Illusion: Power Struggle Intensifies Across Middle East

Temporary truce masks deeper geopolitical conflict as control over energy routes and regional influence drives long-term strategy

 OVERVIEW (KEY POINTS)

A recently extended ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon is being viewed not as a resolution, but as a temporary pause in a much larger geopolitical confrontation involving Iran, the United States, and regional actors. Tensions remain active beneath the surface despite formal agreements.

This is happening now as the United States signals a long-term negotiation strategy with Iran, balancing military pressure with diplomacy. At the same time, Iran is leveraging its position in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global energy chokepoint, to maintain influence.

Key players include the United States, Iran, Israel, and Hezbollah, all operating within a highly interconnected conflict environment where actions in one region quickly impact another.

The broader implication is clear: the ceasefire reflects strategic recalibration, not de-escalation, with major consequences for global energy markets and financial stability.

KEY DEVELOPMENTS

1. Ceasefire Extended but Conflict Persists

The Israel-Lebanon ceasefire has been prolonged without resolving underlying tensions.

• Hostilities continue at lower intensity levels

• Both sides treating the ceasefire as a temporary mechanism, not a final agreement

2. U.S. Signals Long-Term Negotiation Strategy

The United States is pursuing a controlled approach.

• Military action delayed to allow diplomatic engagement

• Strategy reflects pressure combined with negotiation leverage

3. Iran Leverages Strategic Geography

Tehran continues to apply pressure through key transit routes.

• Strait of Hormuz remains a critical bargaining tool

• Disruptions to shipping highlight global vulnerability to regional actions

4. Regional Conflicts Become Interconnected

Local conflicts are influencing broader dynamics.

• Hezbollah’s alignment with Iran links Lebanon tensions to wider strategy

• Israel’s actions tied to broader security concerns involving Iran

 5. Internal Dynamics Add Uncertainty

Leadership transitions are shaping strategic positioning.

• Iran emphasizing internal unity amid leadership changes

• Stability narrative supports external negotiation posture

WHY IT MATTERS

This situation underscores how geopolitical conflicts can influence global financial conditions, especially when they involve critical energy routes. Even limited instability can have outsized economic effects.

Markets are sensitive to disruptions in oil supply, leading to volatility in energy prices, currencies, and equities. This creates uncertainty for investors and policymakers alike.

For policymakers, the challenge lies in managing both immediate risks and long-term strategic goals. Balancing diplomacy with deterrence becomes increasingly complex in a multi-layered conflict.

At the system level, this reflects a world where regional conflicts have global financial consequences, reinforcing interconnected risk.

WHY IT MATTERS TO FOREIGN CURRENCY HOLDERS

• Energy-driven inflation may weaken currencies in importing nations

• Safe-haven currencies may strengthen during uncertainty

• Purchasing power may decline as fuel costs rise

• Exchange rate volatility increases amid geopolitical risk

IMPLICATIONS FOR THE GLOBAL RESET

• Pillar 1: Geopolitical Control of Energy Flows

Control over strategic chokepoints like the Strait of Hormuz reinforces the role of physical resources in financial power, influencing global economic stability.

• Pillar 2: Prolonged Strategic Competition

The conflict reflects a shift toward long-duration geopolitical competition, where temporary agreements mask ongoing structural rivalry.

 CONCLUSION

The extension of the ceasefire offers only temporary relief in a deeply complex conflict. Underlying tensions remain unresolved, and key actors continue to position themselves for long-term advantage.

As negotiations unfold, the situation remains fluid, with energy routes and regional alliances playing a central role in shaping outcomes.

This is not a step toward resolution—it is a pause within a broader strategic contest.

When ceasefires pause conflict without resolving it, the underlying pressures continue to build beneath the surface.

Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive

Sources

• Modern Diplomacy — "Ceasefire Extension Masks a Wider Power Struggle as Trump Signals Long Game with Iran"

• Reuters — "Middle East tensions persist despite ceasefire extension and ongoing negotiations"

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  A Message to Our Currency Holders

If you’ve been holding foreign currency for many years, you were not foolish.

You were not wrong to believe the global financial system would change.

What failed was not your patience — it was the information you were given.

For years, dates, rumors, and personalities replaced facts, structure, and proof. “This week” predictions created cycles of hope and disappointment that were never based on how currencies actually change.

That is not your failure.

Our mission here is different:   • No dates • No rates • No hype • No gurus

Instead, we focus on:

• Verifiable developments • Institutional evidence

• Global financial structure • Where countries actually sit in the process

Currency value changes only come after sovereignty, trade, banking, settlement systems, and fiscal coordination are in place. History and institutions confirm this sequence.

You will see silence. You will see denials. That is not delay — that is discipline.

Protect your identity. Organize your documents.    Verify everything.

Never hand your discernment to anyone who cannot show proof.

You deserve truth — not timelines.

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Iraq Economic News And Points To Ponder Friday Morning 4-23-26

Oil Futures Rise As Iran Tensions And Strikes Fuel Market Fears

2026-04-23    Shafaq News   Crude oil futures spiked $5 a barrel on Thursday after reports that air defenses were engaging targets​over Tehran and of a power struggle between Iran's hardliners and moderates.

After spiking, the benchmarks pared gains.   Brent crude futures ‌settled at $105.07 a barrel, gaining $3.16 or 3.1%. West Texas Intermediate futures finished at $95.85 a barrel, up $2.89, or 3.11%.

IRAN NEGOTIATOR QUITS

Israeli radio reported the resignation of Iran's top negotiator, Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, from the team speaking to the U.S. through Pakistani intermediaries about ending the war.

Qalibaf's resignation was seen as a victory for hard line elements ​within the Iranian government.

Iranian news services said air defenses in Tehran were engaging targets over the city. That followed reports of drone attacks ​on Iranian Kurdish opponents of the Tehran government at a base in Iraq.

Iran flaunted its tightened grip over ⁠the Strait of Hormuz with video of its commandos storming a huge cargo ship, after the collapse of peace talks that Washington ​had hoped would open the important shipping corridor.

U.S. President Donald Trump said in a social media post that he had ordered the U.S. Navy "to ​shoot and kill any boat" mining the strait.

John Kilduff, partner with Again Capital, said the market was being buffeted by alternating news reports of Trump extending the ceasefire this week and threatening to sink Iranian mine-laying ships.

"Some people call it headline bingo, I call it headline roulette," Kilduff said. "I fear we're going to wake ​up one day and realize we're in a much worse (supply) position and prices are going to reset to a much higher level."

STRAIT OF ​HORMUZ TRANSIT STILL RESTRICTED

While Trump extended a ceasefire between the countries after a request by Pakistani mediators, Iran and the U.S. are still restricting transit of ‌ships ⁠through the strait, which carried about 20% of daily global oil supplies until the start of the war on February 28.

Trump, without providing evidence, said on Thursday the U.S. had "total control" over the strait, and that it was "sealed up tight" until Iran made a deal.

Iran seized two ships in the waterway on Wednesday. Trump has maintained a U.S. Navy blockade of Iran's trade by sea.

However, about 10.7 million barrels of Iranian crude​exports crossed through the strait and left ​the area blockaded by the ⁠U.S. Navy between April 13 and 21, data analytics company Vortexa said.

The U.S. military has intercepted at least three Iranian-flagged tankers in Asian waters and is redirecting them away from positions near India, Malaysia and Sri Lanka, ​shipping and security sources said on Wednesday.

Trump has not set an end date for the extended ​ceasefire, White House press ⁠secretary Karoline Leavitt told reporters.

Phil Flynn, senior analyst with Price Futures Group, said prices were constrained by confidence in the crude market.

"The market continues to believe we're going to find a way through this," Flynn said.

The Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas on Thursday said a survey of 120 oil ⁠and natural ​gas company executives this month found 39% expect traffic through the strait to return ​to normal by August and 26% expect normal traffic through the waterway by November.

Twenty percent of the executives surveyed between April 15 and 20 believe traffic will be normal ​by May, according to the Dallas Fed. (Reuters)  https://www.shafaq.com/en/Economy/Oil-futures-rise-as-Iran-tensions-and-strikes-fuel-market-fears

Oil Spikes 17% In A Week As Iran Tensions Shake Global Supply

2026-04-24 Shafaq News   Oil prices rose on Friday due to fears of a renewed military escalation in the Middle East after Iran released footage of commandos ‌boarding a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz and on reports Tehran's air defences had engaged “hostile targets.”

Brent crude futures rose 99 cents, or 0.94%, to $106.06 a barrel at 0410 GMT, while West Texas Intermediate futures were up 71 cents, or 0.73%, at $96.56.

Brent rose 17.13% throughout the course of the week while WTI rose 15.13%, the second-largest weekly gain since the war began.

The resulting closure of the Strait of Hormuz after the beginning of the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran cut around 20% of the world’s supply ⁠of oil and liquefied natural gas.

Both benchmark contracts settled up more than 3% on Thursday and jumped $5 a barrel after reports that air defences were engaging targets over Tehran and of a power struggle between Iran's hardliners and moderates.

U.S. President Donald Trump said that Iran may have loaded up its weaponry "a little bit" during the two-week ceasefire, but added that the U.S. military could eliminate it in just a single day.

The ceasefire phase is increasingly looking like a preparatory phase for war, Haitong Futures said in a report. If U.S.-Iran talks fail to make key progress by the end of April and fighting resumes, oil prices could climb to new highs for the year, it added.

Iran on Thursday posted video of commandos in a speed boat storming a huge cargo ship after the collapse of peace talks, underlining its grip ‌over the ⁠Strait of Hormuz through which 20% of global oil and gas usually flows.

As investors and governments around the world look for an enduring peace, Trump said he would not set a "timetable" for ending the conflict with Iran and that he wanted to make "a great deal."

"Don't rush me," he said when asked how long he was willing to wait for a long-term peace deal with Iran.

Prolonged disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz could push global crude and ⁠refined-product inventories below five-year seasonal lows by late May or early June, adding a supply-risk premium back into oil prices, said Mingyu Gao, chief researcher for energy and chemicals at China Futures.

Trump also announced in a social media post on Thursday that Israel and Lebanon had agreed to extend their ceasefire by ⁠three weeks after a high-level meeting between representatives of both countries in the White House Oval Office.

(Reuters)   https://www.shafaq.com/en/Economy/Oil-spikes-17-in-a-week-as-Iran-tensions-shake-global-supply

Gold Falls 3.5% Weekly On Higher-For-Longer Rate Fears

2026-04-24 Shafaq News   Gold prices fell on Friday and were on ‌track for a weekly drop, as elevated oil prices fueled fears of inflation and higher-for-longer interest rates amid stalled U.S.-Iran peace talks.

Spot gold was down 0.7% at $4,661.33 per ounce, as of 0426 GMT. The metal is down 3.5% so far this week after a four-week winning run.

U.S. gold futures for June delivery fell 1% to $4,676.50.

Brent crude prices have risen over 17% so ⁠far this week to hover above $105 a barrel, as the key Strait of Hormuz remained largely closed despite an extension of the Iran ceasefire.

"Gold is still being trapped in this sideways range, ‌between ⁠the 50-day moving average at around $4,900 and at the bottom, the 20-day moving average at $4,645 level," Wong said, adding that "everything now boils down to what's going on in the Middle East."

Iran flaunted its tightened grip over the strait on Thursday with a video of commandos in a speedboat storming a huge cargo ship, after the collapse ⁠of peace talks that Washington had hoped would open one of the world's most important shipping corridors.

Trump told reporters that he believed Tehran wanted to make a deal but that its leadership was in turmoil. He said ⁠he was in no hurry for a deal, but if Iran did not want one, "I'll finish it up militarily."

The U.S. dollar is up 0.8% so far this week, making greenback-priced bullion more ⁠expensive for other currency holders.

The benchmark 10-year U.S. Treasury yields have gained over 2% this week, increasing the opportunity cost of holding non-yielding bullion.

Spot silver fell 1% to $74.69 per ounce, platinum lost 1.1% to $1,984.60, while palladium was down 0.3% at $1,464.02.

(Reuters)   https://www.shafaq.com/en/Economy/Gold-falls-3-5-weekly-on-higher-for-longer-rate-fears

Dollar Rises 0.6% As Iran Tensions Shake Markets

2026-04-24    Shafaq News   The dollar was on track for its first weekly gain in three weeks on Friday, as stalled peace negotiations between the U.S. and Iran dampened hopes for an immediate easing of Middle ‌East tensions.

While Lebanon and Israel extended their ceasefire for three weeks ahead of its expiration on Sunday, Iran showed off its control over the Strait of Hormuz by releasing footage of its commandos storming a huge cargo ship, leaving the timing of the reopening of the world's most important shipping corridor uncertain and keeping oil prices elevated.

The dollar index, which measures the greenback against a basket of currencies including the yen and the euro, ticked 0.01% higher to 98.84 and remained on track for a weekly gain of 0.62%. The euro dipped 0.01% to $1.1682, while sterling edged down 0.02% to $1.3464.

"Oil and the dollar are still moving pretty closely ⁠together, and with crude creeping back up ... I'd say the dollar is still staying fairly firm," said Sho Suzuki, a market analyst at Matsui Securities.

Brent crude futures rose 45 cents, or 0.43%, to $105.52 a barrel at 0525 GMT, while West Texas Intermediate futures were up 14 cents, or 0.15%, at $95.99.

The dollar has drawn safe-haven demand amid the uncertainty. It gained ground in March as concerns over the conflict deepened, but gave back some of those gains this month as optimism over a potential resolution grew.

Meanwhile, the yen was on track for a fifth straight day of losses against the dollar, weakening 0.03% to 159.77 per dollar.

Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama reiterated her verbal warning on intervention on Friday that authorities can take "decisive" action against speculative moves in the foreign exchange market, a day after saying Japan has a "free hand" to intervene and that past interventions had been effective.

With Japanese authorities continuing to push back against yen weakness, "it is difficult to expect a scenario in which the yen weakens sharply beyond 160 per ‌dollar in ⁠the near term," said Akihiko Yokoo, senior analyst at Mitsubishi UFJ Bank, in a note.

Japan's core consumer inflation slowed below the central bank's 2% target for a second straight month in March. Analysts, though, expect inflation to accelerate back above the Bank of Japan's target in coming months, as companies begin to pass on higher fuel costs from the Middle East conflict.

The BOJ is set to hold its two-day policy meeting ending on Tuesday. Reuters reported the bank is likely to hold off raising interest rates next week as fading prospects of a near-term end ⁠to the Middle East war keep the country's economic and price outlook highly uncertain. The BOJ is still expected to signal its readiness to hike to counter mounting price pressures.

Matsui Securities' Suzuki said an intervention is more likely only if the dollar-yen pair breaks above its July 2024 high of 161.95.

"So even if yen weakness accelerates after next week's BOJ meeting, they'd probably start with ⁠jawboning and if that doesn't work, then move to actual intervention," he said.

In a similar vein, the European Central Bank will hold its deposit rate on April 30 buthike it in June, according to just over half of economists polled by Reuters, in a bid to protect a war-induced energy shock from knocking the euro zone economy ⁠off balance.

The Australian dollar weakened 0.03% versus the greenback to $0.7126. New Zealand's kiwi weakened 0.03% versus the greenback to $0.585. The dollar also held firm against emerging Asian currencies, with the Philippine peso falling 0.3% to 60.699 per dollar after touching 60.755, the lowest since late March. The Malaysian ringgit weakened 0.1% to 3.9660 and the Indian rupee slipped 0.2% to 94.2950.

In cryptocurrencies, bitcoin fell 0.23% to $77,740.57. Ethereum declined 0.73% to $2,309.52.   (Reuters)

https://www.shafaq.com/en/Economy/Dollar-rises-0-6-as-Iran-tensions-shake-markets

MilitiaMan and Crew: IRAQ DINAR UPDATE-Steady Progress All Fronts-Development-Investment Coordination-Regional-Global

MilitiaMan and Crew: IRAQ DINAR UPDATE-Steady Progress All Fronts-Development-Investment Coordination-Regional-Global

4-23-2026

The Crew:  Samson, PompeyPeter, Petra, Daytrader, Sunkissed, GIGI and Militia Man

No drama. No intrigue. No songs and dances. Just straight, factual news that I read and interpret to the best of my ability after being an avid Dinar investor and insanely obsessed Dinarian for over 15 years.

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Be sure to listen to full video for all the news……..

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x_359W3_VyU

FRANK26…4-23-26….THERE IS A CHANGE COMING

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Thursday Night Video

FRANK26…4-23-26….THERE IS A CHANGE COMING

This video is in Frank’s and his team’s opinion only

Frank’s team is Walkingstick, Eddie and Omar in Iraq and guests

Playback Number: 605-313-5163   PIN: 156996#

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-5wnet4nzYE