Weekend Coffee with MarkZ. 03/15/2025

Weekend Coffee with MarkZ. 03/15/2025

It appears Mark has been taken off youtube for a week. So try Rumble and Twitch this week to find him

The rolling chat does not work well on Rumble…so cannot post member questions…  Notes will be very short this week.

MarkZ  Update- 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

MZ:  We spend the first 45 minutes with CBD Guru’s,  then tackle the news of the day.

MZ: I do have some wealth management/redemption folks working half a day today….then on call tomorrow . they continue to keep things updated and ready. They say they are staying in a “readiness state” and that is why they are working some this weekend.

MZ: From Iraq: “ Will the Coordination Framework collapse in the face of a potential Sadr/Sudanese alliance?”  This is actually a good thing for us. These were two blocs that did not work together before …but now they are working together. What are they working towards?

MZ: they want to make the political system in Iraq work much better. And they are removing the influence of Iran and Maliki. We are seeing things they have been talking about for 20 years happening now.

MZ: Here is Vice President JD Vance: “Talking about the Iraq invasion –Vice and Trump we will protect minorities in Syria” he is talking about Christian minorities

MZ: “ Iraq forces kill “ Deputy Caliph” one of the world’s most dangerous terrorists”  This is big.

MZ: I was told by intelligence from US sources that this is an enormous blow to Isis. This is a big win to help build stability –especially in the northern region of Iraq.

MZ: “Ministry of interior: The electronic visa is mandatory for all expatriates  and is granted within 6 hours”  to me this screams Nesara/Gesara. To me they are preparing their citizens to return. I was excited about this one.

MZ: “Iran issues a new 200,000 toman” inflation is running quickly and we have already seen protests. Many are calling on replacing their government. If Iran makes enough changes…we may see them in the first basket again.

MZ: “Insiders claim Trump will reset economy July 4th 2026 to a new Gold Backed Currency-Andy Schectman “  I have heard this many times of late….DO NOT PANIC. This was Sarah Westhall with Andy . This does not mean that we havn’t gone through the process, have everything in place and be done before then….that just may be the really big , golden announcement of all the work they have done and everything that was changed. It could be just in time for the mid term elections. We should be long gone and exchanged by then .

MZ: But if you announce the “Golden Age” and the Gold standard on the 250 year anniversary of America . Maybe that is also when they announce the currencies are now in parity? I find this one interesting.

MZ: (From member) Doge is also supposed to done with their tasks and dissolved by July 4th 2026.

MZ: it’s like they are setting us up for a grand announcement. We know there is going to be a reset. They are openly talking about it. The government is talking about it openly, many other countries are talking about it openly. Meanwhile the EU is trying to push a CBDC on folks…..it is not going to work.

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Note from PDK: Please listen to the replay for all the details and entire stream….I do not transcribe political opinions, medical opinions or many guests on this stream……just RV/currency related topics.

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News, Rumors and Opinions Saturday 3-15-2025

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 Sat. 15 March 2025

Compiled Sat. 15 March 2025 12:01 am EST by Judy Byington

Global Currency Reset: (RUMORS)

Thurs. 13 March 2025 Bruce: As of Wed. 12 March at 4 pm Bond Holders were flying into Reno and Miami to get their accounts. They were funding Bond Holders Tues. through Saturday of this week. Tier4b (us, the Internet Group) should get notified by Saturday 15 March.

Redemption Centers will be doing exchanges beginning Sat. 15 March. Redemption Centers will be exchanging for 14 days (some areas longer depending on the population).

Tues. 11 March 2025 Wolverine: “Big Bond Holders are flying to the US right now. We have big news that this is the week we have been waiting for. There is good news from Iraq that it’s going to get released. We’re hearing good news from lots of platforms.”

Fri. 14 March 2025:  CONFIRMED! Trump Unleashes Full GESARA Protocols – IRS Abolished, Taxes Wiped Out for Millions, Gold-Backed QFS Activated, Global Economic Reset Now Underway! – Gazetteller

Fri. 14 March 2025:  BREAKING NEWS: GOLD & SILVER PRICES ARE EXPLODING – HERE’S WHY IT CHANGES EVERYTHING! – amg-news.com – American Media Group

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Taxes:

Fri. 14 March 2025 Secretary of Treasury Scott Bessent: President Trump is (allegedly) putting a 90 day tax collection freeze on the IRS and firing 45,000 agents.

Corporate Taxes in the United States: “Corporate taxes in the United States began in 1894 when the first federal corporate income tax was introduced. However, this tax was challenged in court and found to be unconstitutional, leading to its repeal within one year. The corporate tax was reintroduced in 1913 with a much lower rate of 1%.” The Federal Reserve, didn’t just shove the income tax down the throats of Americans, it also shoved the corporate tax down the throats of American businesses too. Trump is taking us back to the constitution where the people have all the power again.” …Red Wave Rising on Telegram

Read full post here:  https://dinarchronicles.com/2025/03/15/restored-republic-via-a-gcr-update-as-of-march-15-2025/

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Sandy Ingram  As Iraq becomes a regional trade hub more countries and businesses will need IQD pushing its value upward.  For those who are skeptical, the economic fundamentals behind [the development road]  project make it clear the IQD is on the path to appreciation.

Frank26  What's the reason why we don't have the new exchange rate for the new currency Iraq to give purchasing power to the Iraqi citizens?  What's the reason why?  Why don't we have it?  Is it because the weather is too hot?  Is it because we have an alignment of stars?  Is it because the leadership in Iraq, Sudani, he's just a bad man?  What is the reason why we don't have the monetary reform with a respectable exchange rate that the world wants?  Iran...security.  Do we have security with Iran?  No...[but] the security and stability of the Middle East is spreading.

Zombie Debt Will Drive The Whole Economy Under | Alasdair Macleod

Liberty and Finance:  3-14-2025

Alasdair Macleod reveals shocking truths about the state of global finance, warning that central banks are on the verge of collapse and the massive credit bubble is about to burst.

He argues that despite the belief that central banks can print unlimited money, their mounting debt and negative equity are pushing them to the brink.

Drawing eerie parallels to the 1929 Great Depression, Macleod explains how protectionism, rising tariffs, and a weakening economy are creating a perfect storm.

With foreign investors already pulling away from U.S. debt, he predicts a massive sell-off that could trigger an avalanche of financial chaos.

INTERVIEW TIMELINE:

 0:00 Intro

1:30 Central banks are going bust

13:10 Financial destruction is inevitable

18:55 BRICS

28:30 Banking system risk

40:00 Reducing risk

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ySliRoYc6-I

Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economic Updates Saturday Morning 3-15-25

Good Morning Dinar Recaps,

US CONGRESSMAN TO INTRODUCE NEW CRYPTO BILL PROTECTING TRUMP’S STRATEGIC BITCOIN RESERVE

Recent reports revealed that another member of the US House of Representatives will introduce a new bill on March 14 to codify US President Donald Trump’s executive order for a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve (SBR). This move follows recent efforts by several US lawmakers to formalize and protect Trump’s crypto plan.

New Bill Proposes US Bitcoin Reserve’s Protection

On Friday, Bloomberg reported that US Representative Byron Donalds will introduce a bill to codify President Trump’s executive order to establish a national Bitcoin (BTC) reserve. The proposed legislation reportedly seeks to formalize Trump’s plan and protect the strategic reserve from potential industry-adverse administrations in the future.

According to the report, the bill “would ensure that the reserve and stockpile could not be eliminated by executive action from a future president.” The US President signed an executive order on March 6 to create a strategic BTC reserve and a “Digital Asset Stockpile” within the US Department of the Treasury.

The order indicates that these initiatives would be funded by crypto seized from government criminal and civil forfeiture proceedings, including the US’ 200,000 BTC holdings and other digital assets already owned by the Treasury Department.

In a statement to Bloomberg, Donalds affirmed that the “Democrats waged a war” on the crypto industry and it “is the time for Congressional Republicans to decisively end.” The legislation requires at least 60 votes in the US Senate and a House majority to pass.

The US Representative’s move is the latest in the recent efforts from various US lawmakers to give Bitcoin recognition as a strategic asset at the state and national levels under the new crypto-friendly administration, including Senator Cynthia Lummis’s actions to codify President Trump’s recent executive order.

On Tuesday, US Senator Lummis reintroduced her reserve bill, initially introduced last July, in the Senate to implement a BTC purchase program. As reported by Bitcoinist, the bill is co-sponsored by Republican Senators Jim Justice, Marsha Blackburn, Bernie Moreno, Roger Marshall, and Tommy Tuberville.

The Boosting Innovation, Technology, and Competitiveness through Optimized Investment Nationwide (BITCOIN) Act, or Bill S954, aims to “ensure the transparent management of Bitcoin holdings of the Federal Government, to offset costs utilizing certain resources of the Federal Reserve System, and for other purposes.”

The US Senator highlighted the “landmark legislation that will codify President Trump’s bold vision to establish the United States Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and strengthening our nation’s economic foundation for generations to come."

Lawmakers Split Over Trump’s Crypto Reserve

Meanwhile, US Representative Nick Begich also introduced the “Bitcoin Act on 2025,” a companion bill to Senator Lummis’ legislation, to the US House on Tuesday. The legislation, co-sponsored by six Republican Representatives, is “designed to ensure the United States secures its financial independence and maintains its leadership in the global digital economy.”

Begich emphasized the need for the United States to establish a formal Bitcoin reserve, like its gold reserves, as “America cannot afford to fall behind in this financial revolution.”

Nonetheless, recent reports revealed that other Congress members are opposing President Trump’s crypto plan. Democratic Representative Gerry Connolly recently wrote a letter to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, pushing to abandon the strategic reserve plans.

The congressman considers, “Such a reserve provides no discernible benefit to the American people but would significantly enrich the President and his donors. It would also constitute unsound fiscal policy by picking winners among currencies via social media and wasting taxpayer dollars.”

The letter also asks for the documents and communications about the reserves, soliciting a “detailed list of safeguards that are in place to protect against government officials financially benefiting from the strategic cryptocurrency reserve.”

@ Newshounds News™

Source:  Bitcoinist

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GOLD ETFS WINNING THE ASSET RACE WITH BITCOIN FUNDS–FOR NOW

The price of the traditional safe-haven asset has soared recently, but bitcoin is the real “hot sauce,” says analyst Eric Balchunas.

Gold exchange-traded funds in the U.S. are leading in assets under management again after briefly being dethroned by the new American Bitcoin ETFs, a result of the traditional risk-off asset’s surge to a record high and BTC’s recent slump.

American ETFs giving investors exposure to gold’s price are collectively managing close to $150 billion in assets, VettaFi data shows. The 11 Bitcoin ETFs—approved by the SEC last year—now have over $93 billion in managed assets.

In December, Bitcoin ETFs briefly overtook their gold counterparts, according to K33 Research, thanks to the cryptocurrency’s price increase following the election of U.S. President Donald Trump, whose policies were widely expected to boost the digital asset industry.

Bitcoin spiked to an all-time high at nearly $109,000 in January the day of his inauguration. But it has steadily lost ground and was recently trading around $84,000, down about 25% from that record.

Friday’s BTC price comes the precious metal hit a record of $3,014 per ounce as investors spooked by the new president’s trade war look for less volatile investments. Gold is a traditional safe-haven asset favored during periods of economic turbulence.

Bitcoin has largely traded similar to tech stocks and other risk-on assets over the past year.

“Bitcoin has some safe haven qualities, but lately it’s behaved more like a risk asset, and that’s why we’ve seen more outflows in those spot ETFs,” etf.com’s Senior Content Editor Kent Thune, who oversees research at the publication, told Decrypt, noting gold’s status as an inflation hedge and safe-haven investment in the “current environment.”

The new Bitcoin ETFs smashed expectations last year following their approval after new capital from investors previously locked out of the world of crypto investing flooded the market. The funds collectively breached $3 billion in net flows just one month after they started trading—beating the launch of the gold ETFs 20 years ago.

But macroeconomic uncertainties and traders concerned about Trump’s policies, including his tariffs on favored trading partners, have led to massive outflows this year, helping push the price of Bitcoin down.  

Still, this trend could soon be reversed, Bloomberg ETF analyst Eric Balchunas said, as Bitcoin is the real “hot sauce.”

“It’s not really a reflection of customer interest,” he said, adding gold catching up with Bitcoin again was simply down to “the market.”

“Most regular people want stocks and bonds and spice—they want real speculative stuff. So to me, gold isn’t hot sauce, and the fact that Bitcoin could act as hot sauce made it still a lot better over the past year than gold, even though gold is going up.”

“I just think that gold can never be hot sauce,” he said, adding that while gold has won the battle, Bitcoin could win the war in the medium- to long-term.

@ Newshounds News™

Source:  Decrypt

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“Tidbits From TNT” Saturday Morning 3-15-2025

TNT:

Tishwash:  Net foreign investment into Iraq declined by 48%.

The Iraqi Statistical Office issued an official report stating that net foreign investment into Iraq fell from $2.9 billion in the second quarter to just $1.5 billion, a decline of 48%.

Foreign direct investment plays a pivotal role in strengthening the Iraqi economy, as it contributes to reducing dependence on the state for foreign currency, in addition to supporting vital economic sectors, according to economic expert Manar Al-Obaidi.

Meanwhile, the Iraqi government announced that net foreign direct investment over the past two years amounted to $63 billion, which contradicts official data released by the Iraqi Statistical Office  link

Tishwash:  The role of electronic payment in strengthening our banking system

Dr. Haitham Hamid Mutlaq Al-Mansour

 In light of the rapid technological developments witnessed worldwide, financial and banking systems are facing radical transformations aimed at enhancing efficiency, transparency, and financial inclusion. Among these transformations, the electronic payment system stands out as a fundamental pillar in reforming banking systems, especially in developing countries like Iraq.

 The Iraqi banking system, which has suffered for many years from structural challenges and weak infrastructure, has begun to witness positive transformations thanks to the adoption of electronic payment technologies.

Electronic payment affects the banking system in general through:

1. Increased confidence in the banking system: Electronic payments enhance customer confidence in the banking system by providing secure and fast payment methods. When individuals feel their financial transactions are secure and easy to conduct, they are more likely to deposit their money in banks rather than keeping it in cash.

2. Promoting financial inclusion: Electronic payments facilitate access to banking services for individuals and small businesses, especially in remote areas or areas with a lack of bank branches. When more people can open bank accounts and conduct financial transactions easily, this leads to increased deposit rates, as depositing money in banks becomes more attractive than keeping it outside the banking system.

3. Reducing reliance on cash: In economies that rely heavily on cash, deposit rates are relatively low due to the widespread cash culture. By adopting electronic payments, reliance on cash can be reduced and individuals and businesses can be encouraged to deposit their money in banks, leading to higher deposit rates.

4. Improving the efficiency of banking operations: Electronic payments reduce banks' operational costs, as they eliminate the need for traditional branches and their staff. This improvement in efficiency can translate into better returns on deposits, making them more attractive to savers. 

5. Increased transparency and anti-corruption: Electronic payments enhance transparency in the financial system, as financial transactions become recorded and monitored. This reduces the risk of corruption and tax evasion, enhancing customer confidence in the banking system and encouraging deposits.

Global data clearly demonstrates the strong positive relationship between the spread of electronic payments and increased deposit rates in the banking system. It is noted that countries that have adopted effective electronic payment systems, such as China, India, and Kenya, have seen significant increases in deposit rates, demonstrating the impact of electronic payments on the banking system. This is as follows:

1. China:

It is one of the most advanced countries in the field of electronic payments, with more than 80% of the population relying on platforms such as Alipay and WeChat Pay. According to World Bank reports, deposit rates in China have increased significantly with the spread of electronic payments, with the deposit-to-GDP ratio reaching more than 180% in 2022. Electronic payments have contributed to increased financial inclusion, with the number of bank accounts increasing from 64% in 2011 to more than 90% in 2022. 

2. India:

Following the launch of the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) system in India, bank deposits increased significantly. In 2022, the deposit-to-GDP ratio reached 75%, up from 60% in 2016. Electronic payments have contributed to an increase in the number of bank accounts from 35% in 2011 to more than 80% in 2022.

3. Kenya:

Kenya is a pioneer in the use of mobile payments through M-Pesa. Bank deposits have increased from 20% in 2007 to more than 70% in 2022, thanks to the spread of electronic payments and increased financial inclusion.

4. Sweden:

Sweden is one of the countries with the highest reliance on electronic payments, with cash transactions accounting for less than 1% of total transactions. Meanwhile, the Swedish deposit-to-GDP ratio is around 90%, reflecting high confidence in the banking system.

In Iraq, the deposit-to-GDP ratio remains relatively low compared to other countries, recording a 9% decline. However, since 2024, the banking sector has begun to witness a significant decline in the total value of deposits, with a 9% decline from IQD 133.5 trillion in 2023 to IQD 123.5 trillion in 2024. This decline is despite the increase in the number of bank accounts following the widespread adoption of electronic payments, which rose from 23% to approximately 50% in just a few years. This reveals the reasons behind the decline in the value of deposits in the banking system, especially in light of the Central Bank's move to promote electronic payment tools and increase reliance on the banking sector. This poses significant challenges for the government to address, developing medium- and long-term plans, and adopting supportive policies to address these challenges, which include the following:

1. Weak technological infrastructure: Iraq's telecommunications and internet networks continue to suffer from quality and coverage issues, hindering the effective implementation of electronic payment systems.

2. Low levels of financial literacy: A large portion of the population relies on cash transactions due to a lack of sufficient awareness of the benefits of electronic payment and how to use it.

3. Lack of a legal and regulatory framework: The implementation of electronic payment requires clear laws and regulations that govern electronic payment operations, protect consumer rights, and facilitate and enhance the flexibility of payment processes.

4. Security concerns: Some individuals still fear the risks of cyber-hacking and data theft, which limits their use of electronic payments.  link

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Tishwash:  A politician warns of the repercussions of Al-Kadhimi's return... he carries an American agenda.

Abdul Hamid al-Dulaimi, a member of the United Anbar Alliance, warned on Friday of the repercussions of the return of former Prime Minister Mustafa al-Kadhimi, describing him as carrying an American agenda that does not serve the people's interests. 

In a statement to Al-Maalouma Agency, Al-Dulaimi said, "Former Prime Minister Mustafa Al-Kadhimi represents the last American card for Iraq, as he has clear plans to create widespread chaos in Iraq by fueling demonstrations to destabilize the country's security and stability for reasons that have become known to everyone, in addition to spreading political differences between the poles of the political process and planting a spirit of division among its components by strengthening the regional government over the center." 

He added, "Al-Kadhimi's return to Baghdad carries within it American agendas, the outlines of which will become clear in the coming period, amid warnings from political and security sources of the repercussions of his return and its negative impact on the political process." He indicated that "Al-Kadhimi is working to attract the Sadrist movement by all means to strengthen his front and the illusions of those affiliated with the movement that his plan is in the interest of Iraq." 

Finally, Al-Dulaimi stressed that “America follows a policy of planting its spies inside countries to implement its agenda as it deems appropriate for the interests of its country.”  link

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MilitiaMan & Crew-Iraq Dinar News-IMF-Affirms Major Transactions in Dinar-Central Bank Iraq-Ministry of Finance

MilitiaMan & Crew-Iraq Dinar News-IMF-Affirms Major Transactions in Dinar-Central Bank Iraq-Ministry of Finance

3-14-2025

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

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

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wC6YLrRxwcs

FRANK26….3-14-25……GHOSTED

KTFA

Friday Night Conference Call

FRANK26….3-14-25……GHOSTED

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

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

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

What Frank’s suit color’s mean…. FRANKS SUIT COLORS FOR CC'S..... WHITE = NEW INFO…. SILVER = INTEL FROZEN…. RED= HIGH ALERT… PURPLE=GUEST WITH US…. BLUE = AIR FORCE…. BLACK = GROUND/FF’S…. GREEN= MR OR FAB 4 ... GOLD = CHANGE… ORANGE=IMPLEMENTATION

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ojpChND9IhU

More News, Rumors and Opinions Friday PM 3-14-2025

KTFA:

Clare:  Iraqi forces kill "deputy caliph," one of the world's most dangerous terrorists

3/14/2025

Prime Minister and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, announced on Friday the killing of the so-called "deputy background operative" of ISIS and one of the most dangerous terrorists in Iraq and the world.

Al-Sudani said in a statement received by Shafaq News Agency: "The Iraqis continue their dazzling victories over the forces of darkness and terrorism, as the heroes of the Iraqi National Intelligence Service.

With the support and coordination of the Joint Operations Command and the International Coalition Forces, were able to kill the terrorist Abdullah Maki Musleh Al-Rifai, nicknamed (Abu Khadija), who holds the position of the so-called (deputy caliph, who holds the position of the so-called governor of Iraq and Syria, the head of the authorized committee, and the head of the foreign operations offices.

He added, "He is considered one of the most dangerous terrorists in Iraq and the world."   LINK

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Clare: Iraq begins project to extend gas pipeline in Basra to feed power plants

3/14/2025

The Iraqi Ministry of Oil began, on Friday, a project to extend a gas pipeline in Basra Governorate, which supplies power plants.

The ministry said in a statement today that Deputy Prime Minister for Energy Affairs and Minister of Oil Hayan Abdul-Ghani Al-Sawad visited Khor Al-Zubair port today and supervised the project.

She stated that "the visit comes to follow up on the ongoing work inside Khor Al Zubair Port on the Adhraa platform, which is receiving the dry gas pipeline project supporting the power generation stations."

The statement continued, "The Oil Projects Company's staff is making great efforts to bring the project to advanced stages and implement it within the specified timeframe and according to the approved engineering and technical specifications, given its importance in supplying power plants with gas."

It is noteworthy that the project extends from the Khor Al-Zubair docks to the Shatt Al-Arab Regulator, with a length of 40 km and a diameter of 42 knots. Work is proceeding at a rapid pace on the project, within the approved standards, and is being implemented by the national effort cadres of the Company for Oil Projects (SCOP).

On Sunday, March 9, the Iraqi Parliament's Oil and Gas Committee revealed the Iraqi government's intention to import Gulf gas instead of Iranian gas following the recent US sanctions. The committee announced a project being rapidly implemented in Basra, in the far south of the country.

The waiver granted by the United States to Iraq from sanctions imposed on Iran expired on Saturday, March 8, 2025. Consequently, the Baghdad government will not be able to import the Iranian gas needed to operate power plants across the country.

Committee spokesman Ali Shaddad told Shafaq News Agency, "The Ministry of Electricity's problem is that it has established stations in Iraqi governorates that rely solely on gas, while the stations in Basra are combined and operate on gas, crude oil, and black oil, which has contributed to the stability of the electrical system in the governorate."

He explained that "the Prime Minister is personally following up on the progress of the gas pipeline project from the floating platform in Basra on a daily basis," noting that "the Ministry of Oil began work on it about 30 days ago and it will be completed at high speed within 120 days."

He added that "the completion rate has exceeded 30% so far," stressing that "the project will contribute to transporting Gulf gas in quantities of up to 200 cubic meters."

The US State Department recently confirmed the end of exemptions that had allowed Iraq to purchase electricity from Iran, as part of the Trump administration's "maximum pressure" policy against Tehran.

Washington emphasized its refusal to provide any economic relief to Iran, stating that the goal is to end the Iranian nuclear threat, limit its missile program, and prevent its support for armed groups.

For his part, Farhad Alaaldin, the Prime Minister's advisor for foreign affairs, confirmed to Reuters that "the expiration of the waiver poses temporary operational challenges for Iraq."

Alaa El-Din added that "the government is actively working to find alternatives to sustain electricity supplies and mitigate any potential outages," noting that "enhancing energy security remains a national priority, and efforts to boost domestic production, improve grid efficiency, and invest in new technologies will continue at full capacity."

For many years, Iraq has relied on importing electricity and gas from Iran, especially during the peak summer months. This relies on ongoing US waivers, which are issued multiple times each year.

In October 2024, Iraq signed an agreement with Turkmenistan to import gas in quantities of up to 20 million cubic meters per day via the Iranian pipeline network, using a swap mechanism to facilitate transportation. However, the agreement has not yet begun due to technical issues, the Ministry of Electricity recently announced.   LINK

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Mnt Goat   “When Irish Eyes Are Smiling“... we all should be smiling today and every day. We don’t have to wait until March 17th St Patrick’s Day to put that twinkle back in our eyes. If you are holding Iraqi dinar and you have enough, you are already a millionaire only you can’t go to the bank yet...Folks the longer we wait the closer we get. Get it?...Yes, the glass is always half full and the pot of gold is still sitting at the end of the rainbow. It has not moved. It is still there waiting for us.  Just be patient.

Militia Man  They haven’t exposed the ‘23 ‘24 ‘25 budget tables yet.  We know they’re not going to do that until it passes the COM.  They’re going to have to give that information to the Council of Ministers prior to ever getting to parliament.  That’s just the way it works.  It’s not their business until it’s after the fact that it’s exposed and the COM allows them to read it and see it.  By that time Alaq has probably made his move.

USA’s Silver Stockpile is GONE – Expert Says “It’s Better Than Gold” | Mike Maloney

3-14-2025

Silver isn’t just the “new gold”—it may very well be better than gold.

In this explosive new video, Mike Maloney and Alan Hibbard reveal why silver’s unprecedented short positions, dwindling inventories, and enormous industrial demand could trigger an epic price surge.

From historical charts showcasing a once-in-16-lifetimes value gap to the looming short squeeze that could send silver skyrocketing, every indicator screams “undervalued.” Join Mike and Alan as they dissect silver’s tight supply, its lack of a “lender of last resort,” and real-world data that suggests a triple-digit silver price is on the horizon.

If you want to understand why big investors are paying close attention—and how you can position yourself for what could be one of the greatest precious metals moves of our time—don’t miss this must-watch discussion.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7dKE0q8Ojo

Bruce’s Big Call Dinar Intel Thursday Night 3-13-25

Bruce’s Big Call Dinar Intel Thursday Night 3-13-25

Transcribed By WiserNow Emailed To Recaps

Welcome everybody to the big call tonight. it's Thursday, march 13th and you're listening to the big call. thanks, everybody around the Globe, that's sharing my three seconds after I say it in your own language or English, whichever you're listening to. But we really appreciate the SAT team getting the word out. Let's, let's pray the call in

All right, let's talk about where we stand in the whole thing. Do you realize Sue told me listen to Bruce's Intel. She said it four times, and I thought, (chuckle chuckle) no pressure. No pressure. Ha Ha Ha 

Actually, you know, guys, I've told you, maybe not every time that I've done a segment, but I've told you that we I do the best to listen to and combine puzzle pieces and try to create timeline for us, usually, and that works pretty well. And then I let you know this is what I'm hearing.

It doesn't mean everything is done or it's going to happen or whatever tomorrow, but I'm very excited, because I can see these puzzle pieces coming together. Let me start off this way. I heard tonight, right before sunset, I was out on the deck with one of the kitty cats, and I heard that the admiralty law is dead.

Admiralty law, that's the BAR British Admiralty Rule, admiralty law, what we've been under, is dead. And the other thing is the USA Corporation is dead. That's gone. And with that, some of the other institutions that we have are in the process of decline and removal.

But we did hear that common law, which is the style of law and things are lawful, as opposed to legal. For the most part, common law is coming in over this weekend, and that means Saturday, Sunday, common law, that's a part of NESARA, one of the pieces of NESARA

So we're going to get little bits and pieces, like, for example, when we go do our exchanges, the USTN which is the United States Treasury note, physical currency of the United States, replacing the USD, a Fiat dollar, is already in the redemption centers, is in the banks and will be put out when we will get it when we go in for our exchanges.

So that aspect of the new USN, the new USTN, is about ready to be revealed. I don't know how soon they'll announce a gold backed currency in this in President Trump's golden age that he says we're in now we're starting that's a sign that we're essentially going back on the gold reserve, or the sense is that we have a gold backed currency –

Now we know it as asset backed with one of the assets is gold, one of the assets is silver.  There are other precious metals, there are gems, there is oil, there is natural gas. There are other assets that the United States has that backs the value of our new USN digital dollar,

For example, the digital currencies, the crypto currencies, since we have a crypto reserve now with five crypto coins as part of it.

And note that is has been established as an asset class that is also backing up our USN dollar, the new US dollar, not Fiat backed which is Fiat base, which means nothing backs except the full faith and credit of the United States, where that's gotten us. This got us in debt.

Now, what about this $36 trillion national debt? I don't think it's going to be paid back. It's owed to the it's owed by the USA Corporation. I think since the corporation is defunct and no longer, since we are a restored Republic, not a corporation based in Puerto Rico, I have a feeling that you're gonna hear something that say that we've wiped out / cleaned up the national debt or whatever.

However, it said, I don't think we I don't think this, the country pays it back. We'll see what happens. The Federal Reserve, the Fed, is dead. The IRS is being whacked seriously, and President Trump said something that one of the guys at lunch said today, taxes are going to be no longer. No longer if you make $175,000 or less, you pay income taxes.

Well, none of us are going to have to pay income taxes. Under NESARA, the income tax goes away. I think President Trump has just given us a hint on what's going to be happening.

He hasn't said, you know, now other people have come on certain new shows, like on Newsmax, and explained a consumption tax. That's exactly what is going to be in NESARA, a 15% consumption tax. Some call it fair tax. Consumption tax, it's only payable on new items that you buy, but your income is not going to be taxed.

And it's that's going to be incredible when we finally get that, and I hope we get that before April 15, tax day. I've heard that we will, but I'm telling you, if it does come out, it should come out either over this week or next week. I believe it'll come out this month if that happens.

I can't tell you guys exactly where the DOGE checks are and the DOGE direct deposits, but I was told from one of our people in the know about it, that checks went out, those checks and went out, and I believe they went out on Sunday night and Monday morning. They say some have received some checks in the amount of over 7000 or between seven and $8,000 and this, it's hard to say that this is a DOGE check or  not because there are retirement benefits from pension funds that have also paid out, and that's been in the news for about the last four or five weeks, but some people have received it.

I don't know whether it's been from a pention fund, you know, or whether it's something like a dose check. So just keep an eye on your your emails, and I to see if anything comes in your account.

Social Security increase has not happened on the first or second Wednesday, and I don't know exactly when that's going to happen, but maybe they'll pay everybody the regular amount of Social Security, then that last few days of this month, they may put the additional payment in.

You know, guys, we've been told about Social Security, the R and R and all these things for months now, and we haven't seen anything now the r and r to be fair - is going to come out for those currencies to exchange and zim to redeem.

Ours is going to be at the redemption center, okay? So that will not be a direct deposit, as I understand it, into an account where we normally receive our social security.

So R&R at the redemption center. Okay? Now, if you're not exchanging currencies, you don't have currencies, and you're just concerned about the R and R, I'm sure they'll direct deposit it -  In most cases, they'll do a direct deposit  and let us  know about it. Somehow  - we'll know about it.

 Let's talk about one other thing before we get into where we are right now in the Intel, because the I've got to get my thought right here on this. Guys, hold on one sec.

There have been people that have seen things online about redemption centers. Ai, is it safe? Blah, blah, blah.

Now there are certain people that even are doing calls that are putting out incorrect information to dissuade listeners from using the redemption centers in favor of the banks. I'm just going to say it that way. I know a lot more about it, but I don't feel like I want to put that out on the call tonight. I'm going to be nice.

 And this is not good, because, you know, the redemption centers have a higher rate on way higher on dinar with a contract rate that the banks don't even think about having, and they have to zim, and you can't take zim to any willy nilly bank. They're not in a position to to redeem it.

Now the dong I've understood just this last week will have a rate that will be the same at the redemption center as it is at the bank. I have heard that it's not going to make me go the bank though. I'm going to go to the redemption center get it all done at the same time.

I would recommend that for you, for all of you, there are other benefits that you'll have at the redemption center that you wouldn't have at the banks anyway, plus the amount that you have with all your currencies and with your Zim is requiring a quantum account.

And remember, the quantum account is where the money is stored, basically under the US Treasury. And then you move funds that only you can see this account only you are supposed to know how much is in it - and then you can move funds from your quantum account into your primary or secondary Wells Fargo account, or other bank account as you set them up on your quantum card,

You need - just review it very quickly - Username, first, you need a biometric fingerprint or thumb. There's six things that make this thing up, biometric fingerprint or thumbprint, username and password for the quantum account, a five digit PIN code, a new email and a password to get onto your email.

 Those are the six things that you come up with to activate your quantum account. Okay, so let's get that let's get that started, and that'll be very important, and I believe,  under pretty good authority that the admirals funds -  coming from the admirals group, groups will be put into a quantum account, and then people in the admirals group will go a redemption center to activate their quantum account, just like we're going to do for our exchanges. And they'll move money into their bank account like Wells Fargo - from the quantum account. Okay, so that's something that's that I think they're going to be looking forward to.

I think some of the people in the Admirals groups are having are getting a lot of money from the currencies that they put up years ago. I mean, many of them, eight, 9, 10, years ago, that it's too much to pop into a regular bank account. That's why, I think and what I've been told is they would be deposited into a quantum account and then notified about that, just like we will

Alright. Now, let's talk about bondholders. I've heard that we're going to be on what I call a modified shotgun start.

That means that we will have bondholders getting notified that they have funds in their bondholders accounts, and that they will have access to it on such and such a date. They'll get an email to tell them when they are to access those funds. When can they get good money?

Now, as of yesterday, at four o'clock pm in the afternoon Bond holders have been flying in to Reno Sparks, Reno Sparks airports and Miami International Airport to get with their bond pay masters there, or the leaders of whoever's handling the bonds for them at Reno and at Miami, both Wells Fargo   

Now they've been doing that. Yesterday, they started taking more traffic in, flying in. I don't have a count on how many jets are coming in per hour, take offs and landings. I don't have that count today, but they're supposed to be funding Bond holders accounts, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Five days. Tuesday, the 11th, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

Bond holders  are being funded now that may take care of them, that should take care of everybody that's a bond holder, and it should be, well, that's, that's what I'm saying.

Now, how does that tie into us? Bond holders receive notification of access, accessibility to their funds in their accounts  when we get our notifications to set our appointments to exchange currency and redeem zim.

 This is what I'm hearing. This is the crux of the matter what we've heard is that we could be notified, Thursday, Friday or Saturday, we can write today off I think. And that brings Friday into play because redemption center leaders, I've heard from two of them so far, redemption center leaders are going into the redemption Center at 930 in the morning on Saturday, and one of the two told us that they would be doing exchanges starting at 930 in the morning on Saturday,  the 15th two days from now,

Now for that to occur, we believe we're going to be notified sometime tomorrow, and another source has told us that we would get notifications either after banks close or after the markets close, which I think is more likely tomorrow. Well, the markets close at four o'clock Eastern time. New York Stock Exchange, NASDAQ, those two, they shut down at four o'clock tomorrow afternoon.

 Now, could we get it before then? Yeah, I think it's possible we'd get notified before then. Could it be after four? After five? Yes, it could be. And this is what I'm hearing. So I'm going to tell you that is looking good. It looks good for us to get notified, let's say tomorrow afternoon, and set our appointments for exchanges to begin on Saturday.

They'll go right through the weekend, Saturday, Sunday, Monday. So on, they'll go right through go for at least 14 days in most areas, some areas that don't have many zim  holders or they don't have that many currency holders and I know some of these areas are going to be lucky to go seven or eight days maybe nine days.  

And this is a really good time to set your appointment and do an exchange, even if you're out of town or on vacation or in the hospital, just make sure you set your appointment for when you expect to be out  -and you should be you should be covered on that  --  some areas, based on demographics, will stay open longer than 14 days, But that's an approximate average of how long the redemption centers will be open.

All right, so you know the timing mechanism of this, the rough timeline, is looking like we're really getting down to the wire on this, and that means it's really getting down to the wire                                                                 

The money is going to be great. We're going to be able to do a lot of things. For a lot of people really looking forward to that. But for my life, I'm looking forward to seeing again, seeing color again, and see and doing, doing tennis with Sue and other people, and playing golf with Bob, and going snow skiing and everything to do. And more and maybe better than I used to, I hope so. That's, that's the interesting thing.

We did have a special dispensation to find out a little bit more about that. I'll tell you the med beds after the first exchange is done, using the 800 numbers at the redemption center after the first one is done, which I'm going to suggest would be on the east coast because of the time zones, med beds all across the country will be activated for use.

Now we expect to have the numbers to put on the website, big call universe.com, you should register for it, because we're going to keep in touch with you after there are no money law, no more live big calls. After this goes, we may have a celebration call the right way between Thursday night and five days till next Tuesday night. So chances are that we would record a celebration call.

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Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economic Updates Friday Afternoon 3-14-25

Good Afternoon Dinar Recaps,

RIPPLE BREAKS GROUND IN MIDDLE EAST: SECURES FIRST PAYMENT LICENSE

▪Ripple has become the first blockchain payments provider to receive official licensing from the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA).

▪Ripple’s Middle Eastern expansion strategy started backin 2020 when the company established its regional headquarters in the DIFC.

Ripple has become the first blockchain payments provider to receive official licensing from the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA). With this approval, Ripple can tap into UAE’s $40 billion cross-border payments market.

On 13 March 2025, Ripple announced unlocking fully regulated cross-border crypto payments in the UAE, “bringing faster, cheaper, and more transparent transactions to a $40B market.”

Commenting on the development, Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse said, “We are entering an unprecedented period of growth for the crypto industry, driven by greater regulatory clarity around the world and increasing institutional adoption.”

“Thanks to its early leadership in creating a supportive environment for tech and crypto innovation, the UAE is exceptionally well-placed to benefit,” he added.

Ripple’s First License In The Middle East

The company receiving operational rights within the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) means that Ripple’s global payments product will be available for businesses in the UAE.

Welcoming Ripple to the Middle East, Arif Amiri, DIFC CEO said, ”We are thrilled that Ripple is deepening their commitment to Dubai by securing a DFSA license that makes them the first blockchain-enabled payments provider in DIFC.”

Ripple’s Middle Eastern expansion strategy started back in 2020 when the company established its regional headquarters in the DIFC.

“As the Middle East, Africa and South Asia’s leading global financial centre, DIFC is proud to support forward-thinking companies like Ripple as they shape the future of finance and accelerate the adoption of blockchain technology in the payments industry,” said Amiri.

UAE : Global Hub For Outbound Finance With  $400bn+ Market For International Trade

Notably, Ripple insists that it is seeing increasing demand from across the Middle East, “from crypto-native firms and traditional financial institutions alike.”

According to a 2024 business survey carried out by Ripple, 64% of Middle East and Africa (MEA) finance leaders see faster payments and settlement times as the biggest value proposition for incorporating blockchain-based currencies into their cross-border payments business.

“Dubai and the broader UAE have established themselves as leaders in fostering a progressive and well-defined regulatory framework for digital assets,” said Reece Merrick, Ripple’s Managing Director for Middle East and Africa.

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BINANCE FOUNDER CZ DENIES TRUMP FAMILY INVESTMENT, PARDON TALKS

The Wall Street Journal reported that representatives of the Trump family were in talks with Binance to take a stake in the exchange giant's U.S. arm.  Reported in this morning's Dinar Recaps Blog,  Source:  Bitcoinist

Representatives for the family of U.S. President Donald Trump are holding discussions with Binance about investing in its U.S. arm, according to a Wall Street Journal report on Thursday.

The WSJ said that the exchange giant's founder Changpeng "CZ" Zhao, who is the firm's largest shareholder, was also seeking a pardon, citing people familiar with the matter. Zhao, who was then the company's CEO, pleaded guilty on money laundering charges in November 2023 and served four months in prison.

Zhao denied the WSJ report in an X post.

"The WSJ article got the facts wrong," he wrote Thursday. "Fact: I have had no discussions of a Binance US deal with…well, anyone."

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KENTUCKY SENATE PASSES BILL PROTECTING BITCOIN SELF-CUSTODY RIGHTS

Yesterday evening, the Kentucky Senate unanimously passed a bill aimed at protecting Bitcoin self-custody rights and digital asset mining operations. With a decisive 37-0 vote, the legislation, titled AN ACT relating to blockchain digital assets (HB 701), now moves to the Governor’s desk for final approval.

Sponsored by Representatives Adam Bowling and T.J. Roberts, the bill affirms the right of individuals to self-custody digital assets through self-hosted wallets. Additionally, it prevents local zoning laws from discriminating against digital asset mining businesses, ensuring that Bitcoin miners can operate freely within the state.

The bill outlines several key provisions, including:

▪Protection for Bitcoin self-custody: Individuals have the legal right to use and store digital assets in self-hosted wallets.
▪Prohibition of discriminatory zoning laws: Local governments cannot impose zoning changes that unfairly target digital asset mining businesses.
▪Exemptions from money transmitter licensing: Home Bitcoin miners and digital asset mining businesses are exempt from Kentucky’s money transmitter requirements.
▪Clarification of securities laws: Digital asset mining and staking as a service are explicitly not classified as securities under Kentucky law.

After passing through the Kentucky House with a 91-0 vote on February 28, 2025, the bill moved swiftly through the Senate. The March 13 vote saw full bipartisan support, with 37 senators voting in favor, zero opposed, and one not voting.

The legislation now awaits the Governor’s signature, which would officially enshrine Bitcoin self-custody protections and digital asset mining rights into Kentucky law. If signed, Kentucky will become one of the more Bitcoin-friendly states in the country, setting a precedent for other states to follow.

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Banking Crisis Warning: What Global Banks Aren’t Telling You

Banking Crisis Warning: What Global Banks Aren’t Telling You

Awake-In-3D  March 12, 2025

Global banks are pulling back, signaling trouble ahead—here’s what they don’t want you to know.

The global financial system is sending a quiet but urgent warning—one that most people are overlooking. Banks are supposed to fuel economic growth by lending, but right now, they’re doing the opposite. Instead of putting money into businesses and households, they’re stockpiling government bonds at an alarming rate.

 This shift isn’t random—it’s a calculated move that signals caution, not confidence. In times of financial uncertainty, banks act as early warning indicators. Their recent actions suggest a brewing banking crisis, one that could have far-reaching consequences for investors and policymakers alike.

A Sudden Shift in Strategy

European banks recently embarked on an extraordinary bond-buying spree—the third largest on record. The last time we saw such a move was in April 2020, at the height of global economic panic during the pandemic. This sudden shift raises serious questions, particularly given one alarming detail: despite their enthusiasm for purchasing government bonds, these banks show remarkable reluctance to lend money to businesses and households.

Central Banks Are Losing Control

Central banks globally are aggressively cutting interest rates, publicly framing these measures as economic stimulus to spur borrowing, investment, and growth. Yet banks—the very institutions responsible for channeling money into the economy—are not responding as expected. Instead, they’re retreating, opting for safety over opportunity.

Why Banks Are Tightening Credit

Why are banks tightening credit instead of lending? Historically, when banks increase their holdings of government bonds, it’s a clear signal of caution. They perceive greater risk ahead and choose safety over profit. This behavior isn’t isolated to Europe:

• China recently had to intervene with a bank bailout.

• U.S. banks are tightening their credit standards.

• Financial institutions worldwide are adopting defensive postures rather than aggressive lending strategies.

The Banking Crisis and Economic Warning Signs

The critical takeaway here is that low interest rates, often touted as a sign of a strengthening economy, often signal deeper underlying issues. Banks, well-positioned to detect early signs of economic trouble, indicate apprehension rather than optimism.

This trend warrants serious consideration. When banks collectively adopt defensive strategies, it often foreshadows broader economic challenges on the horizon. Investors and policymakers would do well to heed this signal and prepare accordingly.

How Investors Can Protect Themselves

So, what do savvy investors do in times like these? They shift their focus from volatile fiat currencies and unstable economic policies toward more reliable stores of value—most notably, hard assets like gold. History repeatedly demonstrates that during uncertain times, tangible assets offer a crucial hedge against financial turbulence.

The Bottom Line: Banking Crisis Signals Caution

In short, the current behavior of global banks is a quiet yet powerful indicator that caution, preparedness, and prudent investing strategies are more important now than ever.

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“Tidbits From TNT” Friday 3-14-2025

TNT:

Tishwash:  Economist: Markets will face a recession during Eid due to weak purchasing power

Economic expert Salah Nouri predicted that market activity would be limited as Eid al-Fitr approaches, explaining that this is linked to the scale of citizen demand, which directly depends on purchasing power.

Nouri explained in an interview with Al Furat News Agency that "most citizens are low-income, low-level employees, and covered by social welfare, which affects the level of spending in the markets." 

He also predicted that "the dollar exchange rate will decline on the parallel market in the coming period, due to low demand for purchases."

Local markets are experiencing an economic slowdown as the Eid season approaches, with economic experts pointing to the possibility of a recession due to weak consumer purchasing power.

This decline is attributed to several factors, most notably the rising cost of living and declining real income, which has negatively impacted buying and selling activity. link

Tishwash:  Government Advisor: We Have a Large Financial Surplus Enough for Iraq to Cover Two Years of Imports

Mohammed Al-Najjar, the Prime Minister's Advisor for Investment Affairs, confirmed that the Central Bank has a large financial surplus sufficient for Iraq to cover two years of imports.

Al-Najjar said in the program "Under Two Lines," broadcast on Al-Iraqiya News, followed by the Iraqi News Agency (INA), that "the US administration is dealing positively with Iraq, contrary to what is being circulated in the media," noting that "there is a moderate discourse from the United States because the energy market cannot bear it."

He added, "The Central Bank has a large financial surplus sufficient for Iraq to cover two years of imports," stressing that "there are mechanisms that the Central Bank is working with the US Federal Reserve to structure."

He pointed out that "the government is currently implementing the banking reforms agreed upon between Washington and Baghdad," explaining that "everyone is trying to protect Iraq because it is not in their interest for Iraq to be exposed to any crisis."

He continued, "The cost of reconstruction and bridges in the country does not exceed 12 trillion dinars."link

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Tishwash:  MP Ali Shaddad sets the expected date for the budget tables to reach the House of Representatives and confirms that disagreements still exist.

Member of the Iraqi Council of Representatives, Ali Shaddad, said on Friday that amending Article (12) of the Budget Law for the three years (2023, 2024, 2025) is the reason for the delay in the current year's budget schedules reaching the Council of Representatives.

Shaddad expected the amendment of this controversial article between Baghdad and Erbil to be completed, and for the schedules to reach the Council of Representatives for discussion by the end of this March.

He pointed out that Article (12) of the Budget Law, which is being amended by the Council of Ministers, relates to the costs of producing the region's oil.

Shaddad explained to Noon News Agency that Article (12) indicated that the cost of producing and transporting one barrel of crude oil in the region amounts to $6, while the regional government believes that this amount is much less than the actual costs, due to the mountainous nature of the northern oil sites.

He pointed out that the region is also demanding an increase in its share of local fuel consumption, indicating that the central government and the Ministry of Oil do not have the authority to make this increase without referring to the Council of Representatives.

Shaddad hinted at internal and external pressures being exerted to expedite a final agreement to pass the budget and resume the region's oil exports via the Turkish port of Ceyhan.  link

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