Ariel : The Significance of Today will Build an American Renaissance

Ariel : The Significance of Today will Build an American Renaissance

7-17-2025

The GENIUS Act, formally known as the Global Economic Nexus for Innovative Utility and Stability Act, represents a pivotal legislative framework passed by the U.S. Senate, aimed at regulating stablecoins like Ripple’s RLUSD with stringent reserve requirements, independent audits, and federal oversight to ensure stability and integration into mainstream financial systems. But we knew this already.

How does those opposing this view these developments?

Critics who dismiss its implications for the Iraqi Dinar (IQD) reinstatement on the Forex market often overlook how this regulation bridges traditional fiat currencies with digital assets on platforms like the XRP Ledger, facilitating seamless cross-border transactions that could catalyze demand for undervalued currencies such as the IQD.

By classifying RLUSD as a Tier 2 regulated stablecoin, the Act mitigates risks associated with unregulated crypto, attracting institutional investors who previously shunned volatile or illiquid assets, thereby creating a conducive environment for IQD’s revaluation through enhanced liquidity and global trade efficiency.

Do we not dare perk up our ears at this point and continue to shut iff conductive reasoning?

Historical precedents, such as the reinstatements of currencies post-conflict in regions like Kuwait, demonstrate that regulatory advancements in payment protocols can indeed spur revaluations by restoring investor confidence and enabling efficient remittance flows, which for IQD holders in America means potential access to Forex trading at rates reflecting Iraq’s vast oil reserves and economic reforms.

But they will continue to pretend that this wasn’t already done to have an argument at a table they are not supposed to be sitting in. They are not even worthy enough to pity at this point.

They will still argue that “switching payment protocols doesn’t make a currency revalue” fail to account for the interconnected nature of modern finance, where stablecoin adoption can burn underlying tokens like XRP, driving scarcity and value that indirectly supports paired assets like IQD in hybrid fiat-digital ecosystems.

I will say this. Iraq’s tourism sector is far from nonexistent, with religious pilgrimage sites like Karbala and Najaf drawing over 20 million visitors annually for events such as Arbaeen, generating billions in revenue and positioning the country as a key player in faith-based travel despite security challenges, directly countering claims of no tourist appeal.

But alas they will continue to move the goal post and say Iraq doesn’t have the infrastructure. Do we further entertain these asinine theories?

Furthermore, the Act’s provisions counter central bank digital currency (CBDC) dominance, positioning RLUSD as a preferred bridge for international settlements, which could pull trillions into the ecosystem and elevate IQD’s status from a suppressed currency to a viable investment vehicle.

In essence, while skepticism is warranted in speculative markets, the GENIUS Act’s structured approach subtly aligns with long-whispered global currency resets, offering American IQD investors a regulated pathway to realization that many in informed circles have anticipated with quiet assurance.

For those of us poised to realize gains on their Iraqi Dinar holdings, the GENIUS Act subtly unlocks a regulated gateway that integrates RLUSD into the Forex landscape, fostering the liquidity essential for IQD’s reinstatement at rates reflective of Iraq’s untapped economic potential.

This legislation, by enforcing 1:1 USD backing and rigorous audits for stablecoins, mitigates the volatility that has historically sidelined currencies like IQD, drawing institutional capital into XRP Ledger transactions where each cross-border swap burns XRP and amplifies demand.

Debunkers cling to simplistic views that payment protocol shifts alone cannot drive revaluation, yet they ignore how such frameworks dismantle barriers erected by legacy banking cartels, enabling seamless fiat-to-digital bridges that elevate undervalued assets through enhanced global remittance flows projected to exceed $3.5 trillion.

American investors, long patient amid speculation, now stand on the cusp of validation as the Act crushes CBDC competition, positioning IQD for a triumphant Forex debut backed by historical parallels in post-sanction currency surges.

With Trump’s impending signature, the shadows of elite financial manipulations recede, revealing a debut of prosperity rooted in blockchain’s unyielding transparency and Iraq’s resource wealth.

Funny that Donald Trump said payment will start coming in starting in August. I wonder what the catalyst for such a statement could be connected to?

Renee:  Trump Says That We're Going To Be Getting A Lot Of Money! He went on to say it will start August 1… billions of dollars they owe us people!

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Your life is about to take a drastic turn for the better. You all are stepping into a completely new chapter that is going to alleviate so many of your issues you are facing today. After August 1st if you are not American you will not be seeing none of these benefits. You all need to congratulate yourselves for making on the other side of this story. Your future will be solidified for centuries to come.

Watcher.Guru:  BREAKING: US House officially passes 'Genius Act' crypto stablecoin bill.

For people who said this bill will create CBDC. I told you all two years ago this will not happen. So you shouldn’t be surprised.

Watcher.Guru:  BREAKING: US House officially passes Anti-CBDC Surveillance State Act.

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Thursday Night Video with Bank Stories

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

Frank and guest gives 2 bank stories tonight !!!

Thoughts on GCR and all currencies with parity

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

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3 Money Habits That Can Help You Stay Ahead — Even If a Recession Hits

3 Money Habits That Can Help You Stay Ahead — Even If a Recession Hits

Gabrielle Olya   Fri, July 11, 2025  GOBankingRates`

Although most experts believe we’ll be able to steer clear of a recession this year, many Americans are still worried about the possibility of an economic downturn. A recent survey conducted by Talker Research and Affirm found that 58% of Americans believe a recession is still inevitable and 77% have changed how they manage their finances as a result of ongoing economic conditions.

If you’re feeling anxious about what’s ahead, you’re not alone — and you’re not powerless. Here are three practical, expert-backed strategies to help you recession-proof your finances and feel more in control, no matter what the economy does next.

Understand the Fine Print Before You Borrow

There’s no shortage of payment options to use when making a purchase, from paying with cash to using a credit card or a buy now, pay later service. If you’re opting for one of the latter two options, make sure you know exactly how future payments will work.

“It’s smart to choose payment options that deliver clarity — like fixed terms, no hidden fees and no compounding interest,” said Vishal Kapoor, SVP of product at Affirm.

According to the survey, 41% of Americans say predictable payments are especially important, and nearly half (49%) seek out options with no surprise fees.

Choosing transparent, fixed payment plans makes it easier to manage your money, avoid surprise costs and stay on track financially.

Limit Financial Anxiety by Avoiding Economic Noise

It’s easy to get into a panic state about the economy when you’re inundated with social media and news sources telling you a recession is on the way.

“Stay informed … but not overwhelmed,” Kapoor said. “Understanding the economy can help you make smarter decisions, but too much noise can lead to unhelpful worrying.”

Instead of doom-scrolling, stick to trusted sources like the Federal Reserve and other reputable news outlets, and focus on what you can control rather than what you can’t.

Build a Flexible Budget and Plan for the Unexpected

Make moves now that will set you up for success in the future — no matter what that looks like. This includes making moves like saving up an emergency fund.

“Planning a few ‘if-then’ scenarios can make your finances more resilient,” Kapoor said. “Make sure your payments align with your cash flow and that you have some flexibility built in.”

TO READ MORE:   https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/articles/3-money-habits-help-stay-110213902.html

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Gold revaluation to $15'000. Here's the secret plan. The USA is about to monetize its gold.

Gold revaluation to $15'000. Here's the secret plan. The USA is about to monetize its gold.

Clive Thompson:  7-17-2025

The USA Government holds 261.5 million ounces of gold.

 Based on the statutory price of $42.22 the value of the gold is around $11 billion.

 However, at the current market piece of around $3350 the gold is worth $862 billion. But with a new statutory price of $15'000 it would wipe out the current year deficit and reduce the national debt.

 I this video, I will present the evidence as to that this is being considered and tell you how you can know when it's abot to happen.

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Ariel : The Genius Act Ladies and Gentlemen is on the Mark

The Genius Act Ladies & Gentlemen

On The Mark

For IQD holders dreaming of Forex glory, this Act turbocharges RLUSD’s adoption on the XRP Ledger, burning XRP per transaction and spiking demand experts predict it could pull $3.5 trillion into crypto, paving a regulated path for IQD’s global revaluation by bridging fiat to digital assets in cross-border trades.

So you all should be very excited about this development.

With RLUSD now a Tier 2 regulated powerhouse, US investors get safer, institutional-grade access to IQD plays imagine your dinar holdings exploding in value as the Act crushes CBDC competition, unlocking remittances and payments that could reinstate IQD at historic highs, turning patient holders into overnight millionaires.

Coin Telegraph:  NOW: Trump says the GENIUS Act will be passed tomorrow after speaking with all holdouts today.

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Tishwash:  Iraq's cash reserves and the need to reflect them on daily life

Whether Iraq's foreign exchange reserves rise or fall, they dominate the news and financial reports about the national economy. The latest announcement was that it reached $106.7 billion in its treasury, but these reserves are deposited outside the country.

It occupies third place in the Arab world after Saudi Arabia and the Emirates, and surpasses Kuwait, Qatar, and Egypt. Meanwhile, gold reserves exceeded 163 tons, which makes Iraq fourth in the Arab world after Saudi Arabia, Lebanon, and Algeria.

However, the largest part of the reserve is located in American banks, and the government has no absolute control over its use except within narrow and marginal limits, and it is not moved except with the approval of the American Treasury. That is, it is not available to the Iraqi government to dispose of it as it sees fit and to implement its economic plans.

Development in any country is measured by the quality of services provided to its citizens, including electricity, water, education, and health. All of these services require funding to improve them, build new ones, and overcome the backwardness that plagues them. Development is measured not by hoarded, frozen gold, but rather by its use in achieving sustainable development.

These attractive resources and others require a stable, unvarying political environment and climate, and a solid system of government, in order to exploit the vast resources, activate the national economy, and build a transparent competitive environment for foreign companies to invest in Iraq. It is necessary to reform the existing political authority and the legal structure of the state, and to eliminate corruption and the requirements of honest responsibility, in order to make Iraq a profitable market in reality.

There is an urgent need to invest this reserve to secure the basics of living, create job opportunities for the unemployed, rehabilitate idle factories, mechanize agriculture, and reduce inflation. Before all of this, appropriate means must be found to return it to full Iraqi control and use it in development and emergency projects without restrictions that undermine sovereignty.

This financial figure pleases the citizen, makes him valuable and makes him proud of his achievement when it is used to protect the dinar, stabilize the exchange rate, end the so-called parallel market, support prices and make them available to the people, build new factories, solve the crises that citizens suffer from, alleviate their suffering and the exhaustion of their income, and raise their standard of living on all levels. In short, his country should be among the countries that possess such capabilities.

This huge cash reserve is in a state of constant danger and is subject to American policy, which can prohibit its use at any time and is subject to sanctions, the least of which is freezing or even confiscation, at the moment of independent action or divergence from American policy.

Hence, it is necessary to work to ensure that the largest possible amount of it is under full and absolute Iraqi sovereignty, and that it is transformed into sustainable development projects, and that it is diversified and within the framework of the possibilities for disposing of it. We have the experiences of major and more influential countries that have what enables them to defend their rights and how they suffer from keeping their reserves abroad, controlled by the United States. link

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Militia Man  I invested in the Iraqi dinar because of my experience in the past when I was trading gold stocks and such.  A good friend shared with me something.  He says, 'Hey have you ever heard of the Iraqi dinar?"...I said, no.  He said, 'Well, why don't you do me a favor?  Will you study it for me and see what you think?"  I said sure I'll do that...I found from the IMF a brief description of Iraq's currency. Back in those days it was around $3.22...Just like gold and silver and precious metals, I believe Iraq is going to be asset forming...

Walkingstick  There are no sanctions on Iraq anymore in any way, shape or form.  There are no sanctions.  You have the IMF today giving permission for Iraq to do whatever they want to do with their exchange rate...The IMF has confirmed what is going on inside of the CBI and...inside of Iraq...The handcuffs on their currency is gone.  That's why you're seeing all of this now being said...Now, they're still in transition legally  and that's ok because we can keep them under our wing and protect their currency... But there are no active restrictions that remain right now on the CBI or their currency.

Rick Rule: Dollar Purchasing Power To Decline ‘75%’ Over Next Decade

David Lin:  7-17-2025

Rick Rule, Founder and CEO of Rule Investment Media, argues that the dollar’s purchasing power is eroding—signaling 1970s-style stagflation—so he’s betting on gold, select miners, and undervalued Canadian energy over “slaughterhouse” bonds, while prepping the launch of his high-interest, gold-friendly Battle Bank.

0:00 - Intro.

0:56 - Tuesday’s CPI report

4:25 - Impact on dollar

6:08 - Gold

12:30 - The “everything” rally

15:18 - Finding value in trades

 22:42 - Gold bull run analysis

28:20 - Silver and gold correlation

29:48 - Copper

31:41 - Long term commodities

33:49 - What would Rick like to see Canada do?

 36:08 - Banking

38:05 - Battle Bank

40:19 - Profitability of the bank

41:45 - Lessons for a new bank

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Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economic Updates Thursday Afternoon 7-17-25

Bank of America Eyes Stablecoins to Help Move Trillions in Client Transactions

Bank of America (BoA) has confirmed that it is actively exploring the use of stablecoins to modernize its payment infrastructure, potentially transforming the way trillions of dollars in client funds are transferred through its systems daily.

During BoA’s Q2 2025 earnings call, CEO Brian Moynihan discussed the bank’s initial strategy around stablecoin integration, revealing that the focus is currently on using stablecoins as a transactional mechanism—a notable shift for one of the world’s largest financial institutions.

“We believe that if they [clients] want to use stablecoins to move part of that money, they’ll move,” Moynihan said, referring to stablecoin rails that facilitate dollar- and euro-based transactions.

From Exploration to Execution

BoA has been researching stablecoin usage since early 2025, with Moynihan reiterating the bank’s readiness to move forward pending regulatory clarity. The institution has reportedly discussed the possibility of joint stablecoin issuance in partnership with JP Morgan and Citigroup.

“We’ve done a lot of work. We’re still trying to figure out how big or small it is… So you’d expect us all to move,” Moynihan noted.

Though the CEO emphasized the exploratory nature of the current effort, he acknowledged stablecoins' potential to streamline financial movement at scale, especially in areas where traditional rails underperform or lack efficiency.

Stablecoin Market Momentum Continues

BoA’s interest comes amid rapid market expansion and a regulatory push to formally define the role of fiat-pegged digital assets in the U.S. financial system:

• Stablecoin transaction volume exceeded those of Visa and Mastercard combined in 2024.

• Total market capitalization has soared to $257 billion, nearly doubling since early 2023.

• Tether (USDT) and Circle’s USDC together account for over 85% of that total.

Industry experts increasingly regard stablecoins as the "default settlement layer" for digital commerce and cross-border financial exchange.

Legislation as a Catalyst: GENIUS Act Faces Delay

The GENIUS Act, a sweeping bill that would establish a federal framework for stablecoin issuance and compliance, has been a key enabler for traditional banks like BoA to move forward. The bill passed the Senate in June with bipartisan support, but encountered a procedural roadblock in the House this week.

Despite the delay, House leadership has signaled that the GENIUS Act could receive a floor vote by Thursday, marking a potential turning point for U.S. banks seeking to enter the stablecoin sector under clear rules.

Mixed Q2 Earnings Amid Strategic Shift

BoA also reported mixed financial results for Q2:

• Net income rose 3% to $7.12 billion, beating expectations.

• Revenue increased 4% to $26.61 billion, though slightly below forecasts.

As competition heats up and stablecoins become central to next-gen finance, Bank of America’s cautious but deliberate entrance into the space signals that the tokenization of traditional banking services is no longer theoretical—it’s underway.

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Source: Cointelegraph

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Tether in Trouble as GENIUS Act Targets USDT — Is a Market Collapse Ahead?

Crypto analyst Jacob King is raising alarms about what he describes as the potential “bloodiest event in Bitcoin’s modern history,” warning that the GENIUS Act could effectively lead to the ban of Tether (USDT) and spark a devastating collapse across the broader crypto market.

The GENIUS Act—currently gaining momentum in Congress—aims to regulate stablecoins, but King claims the legislation puts Tether directly in the crosshairs, threatening the entire structure of Bitcoin liquidity and trading volume.

Tether Printing Sparks Alarm

According to King, Tether’s recent minting of 160 billion USDT is a desperate attempt to inflate Bitcoin and crypto markets artificially. He argues that USDT is being “printed out of thin air” to prop up prices, a criticism that has long dogged Tether amid transparency concerns and accusations of insufficient reserves.

“Without Tether, people will realize how fake everything has been,” King stated.

King suggests that 85–90% of daily Bitcoin volume is dependent on USDT, a metric he argues underscores the fragility of the entire crypto ecosystem.

Institutional Outflows & Insider Moves

Further stoking fears, King cites a surge in ETF outflows this week as evidence that institutions are quietly exiting the market. He contends that major players are shedding Bitcoin positions while retail investors remain largely unaware of what’s happening behind the scenes.

King also accuses Tether insiders of dumping Bitcoin via OTC trades, insulating themselves ahead of what he claims is an inevitable collapse.

GENIUS Act: Regulation, Not a Ban

Despite the ominous outlook, the GENIUS Act does not outright ban Tether. Instead, it provides 18–36 months for existing stablecoin issuers to achieve compliance, offering a regulatory pathway rather than an immediate shutdown.

In fact, market data contradicts King’s thesis:

• ETF flows have shown net inflows, not the “mass exits” King suggests.

• Tether remains the dominant stablecoin, with over $100 billion in circulation, despite persistent scrutiny.

Ripple’s RLUSD and the Future of Stablecoins

As the GENIUS Act advances, new contenders like Ripple’s RLUSD may begin to take market share, particularly as regulatory clarity favors compliant, transparent issuers. If Tether falters under legislative pressure, Ripple’s offering could emerge as a leading alternative for institutional-grade stablecoin use.

Conclusion: Panic or Perspective?

While Jacob King's analysis has ignited debate, his claims—lacking concrete evidence—should be viewed as highly speculative. Still, his warnings highlight the precarious balance in a market heavily reliant on a few centralized stablecoin providers.

The GENIUS Act marks a turning point in U.S. crypto regulation. Whether it ushers in collapse or evolution depends on how both the industry and regulators respond in the months ahead.

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Trump’s Economic Nationalism Escalates, Pressures India and BRICS

President Donald Trump’s aggressive tariff strategy is intensifying economic tensions between the U.S. and the BRICS bloc, particularly India. Trump has announced a blanket 10% tariff on all BRICS member imports, along with a potential 200% levy on pharmaceutical products—a move that could spark a U.S.-India trade war and severely disrupt global supply chains.

Key Developments:

• Trump announces 10% tariff on all BRICS bloc imports

• 200% tariffs proposed on pharmaceutical imports, targeting India’s key export sector

• India exported $9.8 billion in pharmaceuticals to the U.S. in 2024–25, accounting for over 30% of Indian drug exports

• BRICS dollar trade initiatives face rising pressure from U.S. trade protectionism

• Indian copper exports and broader industrial sectors also threatened by tariff escalation

BRICS Under Economic Siege

Trump’s sweeping tariffs are not just economic measures—they represent a symbolic strike against the BRICS alliance, which has grown into a major counterbalance to U.S. economic hegemony. BRICS accounts for 32% of global GDP and over 40% of the world’s population. Many BRICS members are actively working to reduce dependency on the U.S. dollar, a shift that threatens longstanding U.S. advantages in global trade.

According to data from the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR), U.S. imports from BRICS nations totaled $886 billion in 2024. A 10% tariff across the board would impose $88 billion in additional duties, potentially slowing BRICS economic growth and disrupting dollar decoupling initiatives. India, a key BRICS member and strategic U.S. partner, is now caught between bloc solidarity and bilateral dependency.India’s Pharmaceutical Sector in the Crosshairs

The proposed 200% tariff on pharmaceutical imports directly targets India’s export strength. In 2024–25, India shipped $9.8 billion in pharmaceuticals to the U.S., a 21% increase year-over-year. These exports account for more than 30% of India’s total drug exports, supplying critical medications across various segments of the American healthcare system.

The tariffs could raise drug prices dramatically, impacting millions of Medicare and Medicaid recipients, especially in high-demand states like Texas, California, and Florida. This cost shock could reshape the political landscape, as vulnerable populations feel the squeeze of U.S. protectionism in the most sensitive area—healthcare.

Strategic Trade War Implications

Trump’s tariff escalation marks a turning point in global trade strategy, especially for India. A proposed 50% tariff on Indian copper exports threatens $360 million of industrial shipments to the U.S., undermining producers in states like Gujarat and Tamil Nadu. The broader $150–200 billion India–U.S. trade proposal now faces deep uncertainty.

India has made clear that it will not offer further concessions, signaling a hardened position in trade negotiations. The economic fallout from these tariffs could accelerate BRICS efforts to bypass the U.S. dollar and deepen intra-bloc cooperation in supply chains, technology, and trade infrastructure.

BRICS May Emerge More United

While the U.S. may be aiming to weaken BRICS influence through punitive trade measures, the effect could be the opposite. Instead of fracturing the alliance, Washington’s economic aggression may galvanize BRICS unity, especially on initiatives like alternative payment systems, blockchain integration, and currency de-dollarization.

India’s delicate position—balancing historic ties with Washington and its growing role within BRICS—could force major diplomatic recalibrations across Asia, Africa, and Latin America.

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Massive Wealth Transfer Accelerates as They Inflate the Illusion

Massive Wealth Transfer Accelerates as They Inflate the Illusion

Taylor Kenny:  7-17-2025

The illusion of prosperity is wearing thin. As inflation quietly steals your purchasing power, the largest wealth transfer in modern history accelerates—by design.

This video exposes how government-backed “counterfeiting” inflates away your savings and enriches the elite.

 If you think the dollar’s collapse is a future threat, think again—it's already underway.

CHAPTERS:

0:00 Do Not Be Fooled

 1:58 What Has Government Done To Our Money?

4:15 Wealth Transfer

7:04 Crack-Up BOOM

9:06 Built to Endure

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Some “Iraq News” Posted by Clare at KTFA 7-17-2025

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Clare:  Iraq cabinet approves Baghdad-Erbil recent deal to resolve Kurdistan salary and oil disputes

7/17/2025

SULAIMANI, Kurdistan Region —The Iraqi Council of Ministers, in an extraordinary session on Thursday, approved a landmark understanding reached between Baghdad and Erbil to resolve the Kurdistan Region’s salary and oil disputes, and decided to release funds to cover public sector salaries for May.

Under the agreement, the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) will supply 230,000 barrels of oil per day to Baghdad, while retaining 50,000 barrels for domestic use. It will also transfer 120 billion dinars in monthly non-oil revenues. In return, the federal government will disburse salaries and financial entitlements to the Region.

A source from the KRG Council of Ministers told Zoom News that Thursday’s agreement is preliminary, with a final comprehensive deal expected within 90 days. Both governments aim to sign a broader accord to settle all outstanding issues.

The source added that the KRG will transfer 240 billion dinars to Baghdad for May and June non-oil revenues ealry next week, marking the first step in fulfilling its commitments under the deal.

Earlier on Wednesday, the KRG Cabinet approved the agreement and decided to implement its terms, including the federal government’s obligation to send the Region’s salaries and financial entitlements.

The dispute escalated after the Iraqi Ministry of Finance withheld funds in late May, citing that the KRG exceeded its federal budget share for 2023–2025. As a result, nearly 1.2 million civil servants, retirees, and security personnel in the Kurdistan Region have gone unpaid since May 14, exceeding 70 days.  LINK

Ryan1216:  Was A agreement reached on salaries and oil resumption. Seems like it was from reading the article.

Clare:  YES!   IMO

Ryan1216:  Thank you Clare. Looks to be officially done. Hopefully we can get the new rate quickly.

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Clare:  Masrour Barzani announces an agreement to pay salaries to Kurdistan Region employees.

7/17/2025

Kursistan Regional Government Prime Minister Masrour Barzani welcomed on Thursday the agreement reached with the federal government in Baghdad to pay the salaries of the region's employees, calling for the payment of the entitlements of the people of Kurdistan without any problems or disputes.

Barzani said in a statement received by Shafaq News Agency, "After the Kurdistan Regional Government, out of concern for the public interest and to ease the burden on the citizens of Kurdistan, showed the utmost flexibility and fully implemented all its obligations, and after long efforts and dialogues, the Federal Council of Ministers announced today the reaching of a joint agreement between the regional and federal governments."

Barzani continued, "We welcome this step and look forward to the federal government taking the initiative to send the region's salaries and financial dues." 

He added, "I have deep appreciation for the patience and steadfastness of the people of Kurdistan, and I thank all parties and entities that contributed and assisted in the efforts to resolve the salary crisis and have continued to support us."

He expressed his hope that "salaries and financial dues, which are a legitimate right of the people of Kurdistan, will be paid from now on without any problems or disputes, and that we will all work to resolve issues within the framework of the constitution and with full respect for the agreements concluded."

Regarding Kurdistan's security situation, Barzani called for "an end to attacks on the Kurdistan Region, especially those targeting oil fields. We hope the federal government will cooperate in identifying the perpetrators and taking the necessary legal action against them."

An informed source revealed details of a new financial agreement concluded between the federal government in Baghdad and the Kurdistan Regional Government on Wednesday, aiming to settle salaries, oil exports, and unify revenues.

The source told Shafaq News Agency that the agreement stipulates that the Kurdistan Regional Government will receive 240 billion dinars in revenues for May and June, at a rate of 120 billion dinars per month, in addition to delivering 230,000 barrels of oil per day to Baghdad, in exchange for the latter sending the salaries of the region's employees for those two months.

He indicated that the regional government will begin the process of handing over local revenues from border crossings, along with the agreed-upon amount of crude oil, as part of the implementation of the terms of the new agreement.

The source added that the next phase will witness meetings between joint technical committees to review and audit figures and statistics related to oil exports and imports, as well as to discuss the region's share of the federal budget.

For his part, an Iraqi government source said that the federal cabinet is awaiting the implementation of the Kurdistan Regional Government's pledges to resolve the current crisis.

He explained that the federal government is awaiting an official letter from the Kurdistan Regional Government to begin implementing the agreement by the relevant committees.

The Kurdistan Regional Government's Council of Ministers approved the new understandings with Baghdad during its session held yesterday morning, Wednesday.

The roots of the recent salary crisis between the federal government in Baghdad and the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) lie in ongoing disagreements over oil export mechanisms and the unification of public revenues. This is a long-standing crisis that resurfaces from time to time, but it has significantly worsened since May 2025, when the federal government refused to send salaries to KRG employees.

Baghdad justified the delay in disbursement by Erbil's failure to deliver the agreed-upon quantities of crude oil (230,000 barrels per day) and its failure to transfer non-oil revenues from internal ports to the state treasury, which the federal government considered a violation of previous agreements included in the three-year federal budget law (2023-2025).

For its part, the regional government confirmed that it is facing technical and political difficulties in delivering the full amount of oil, especially given the ongoing suspension of oil exports via the Turkish Ceyhan pipeline since March 2023. This suspension stems from an international arbitration ruling against Turkey in the oil export dispute with Iraq. This has forced Erbil to rely on domestic exports to meet its financial needs.  LINK

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Clare:  Prime Minister's Advisor: Economic and disciplinary factors behind exchange rate stability and dollar decline

7/17/2025

 The Prime Minister's financial advisor, Mazhar Mohammed Salih, confirmed that the decline in the "dollarization" phenomenon and the stability of the Iraqi dinar exchange rate are due to a combination of crucial economic and disciplinary factors.

 Saleh explained, in a statement to Al Furat News Agency, that "the disciplinary factors were represented by tightening control over the circulation of the dollar in domestic transactions and completely prohibiting its use in local settlements and payments, in accordance with the law.

 He pointed out that these measures included bank deposit mechanisms for real estate transactions, which were previously the focus of demand for cash dollars, and the dinar replaced them with remarkable success.

He noted that this success is credited to the Central Bank of Iraq and its monetary policy, despite the criticism it faced. Saleh added that the exchange rates in the parallel market would have been in line with the official markets, had it not been for the recent geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, which caused a difference of 142 dinars per dollar." 

Foreign trade financing and monetary strengthening mechanisms

The financial advisor explained that "one of the most important success factors that led to the decline in the parallel market's strength is the direct financing of small traders' foreign trade from official dollar outlets at a rate of 1,320 dinars per dollar, without the need for intermediaries. He pointed out that small traders' imports constitute more than 50% of Iraq's total foreign market trade." 

Saleh did not fail to point out that the mechanisms for Iraqi banks' foreign currency cash consolidation with correspondent banks have become easier as an alternative to the Central Bank's window and previous platforms, which were abolished at the beginning of the year. He emphasized that these mechanisms have proven successful in ensuring the official exchange market dominates the entire market for foreign transfers at the fixed exchange rate of 1,320 dinars per dollar.

Trade Policy and the Use of Electronic Payment

Saleh also emphasized the role of trade policy, which intervened for the first time by opening giant shopping centers and expanding into this area (hypermarkets), describing it as a "price defense policy in favor of the official exchange rate," and weakened market demand for financing some of its trade from the parallel market, which had become "highly costly."

Finally, the financial advisor noted the growing public trend toward widespread use of electronic payment cards funded at the official exchange rate (1,320 dinars), which has become "one of the modern travel customs and traditions in Iraq." He added that travelers now receive a share of cash dollars when traveling, subject to very transparent and strict controls.

 From.. Raghad    LINK

Clare:  The Central Bank to Al-Maalouma: There are no concerns about salary disbursements, and cash liquidity is available.

7/17/2025  Information / Baghdad...

Financial expert and member of the Central Bank of Iraq's board of directors, Ahmed Brihi, confirmed on Thursday that media reports of a cash liquidity crisis affecting salary disbursements are inaccurate and contain significant exaggerations and misinformation. He emphasized that salary disbursements are safe and currently face no risks.

In a statement to Al-Maalouma, Brihi said, “The repeated talk on some satellite channels about the existence of a cash liquidity problem and its impact on salary delays is not based on reality, but rather includes unjustified exaggerations.” He pointed out that "salary delays - if they exist - are often due to technical and administrative reasons, and have nothing to do with a lack of liquidity."

He added that "the concept of cash liquidity is sometimes misunderstood," noting that "the issue is not a shortage of cash available to the government, but rather sometimes relates to providing new revenues to the federal budget or activating borrowing mechanisms, whether domestic or foreign."

Brihi pointed out that "government payment procedures are proceeding normally, and there are currently no concerns regarding the disbursement of salaries."   LINK

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Clare:  Al-Harki: The Baghdad-Erbil understandings may pave the way for the enforcement of an oil and gas law.

7/17/2025   Information / Baghdad..

Patriotic Union of Kurdistan (PUK) member Ahmed al-Harki affirmed on Thursday that reaching solutions to the outstanding disputes between the federal government and the Kurdistan Regional Government is in the interest of both parties and could pave the way for rebuilding trust and enacting a transparent and clear oil and gas law.

“Everyone, whether in Baghdad or Erbil, now realizes that resolving chronic disputes is the best option for both parties,” Al-Harki told Al-Maalouma. He noted that "the upcoming agreements could establish a relationship based on rights, duties, and transparency, even though past experience has proven that temporary solutions do not address the roots of crises."

He added, "Agreeing on these issues could be a starting point for lasting understandings, despite the difficulty of reaching radical solutions at this time."

He concluded by saying, “The period following the current parliamentary session may witness the drafting of a new oil and gas law, after everyone realized that mutual understanding is the best path, even if it begins with temporary solutions.”    LINK

The Banks Are Running Scared As Silver Surges | Andy Schectman

The Banks Are Running Scared As Silver Surges | Andy Schectman

Liberty and Finance:   7-16-2025

Dunagun Kaiser and Andy Schectman discuss the current state of the silver market, highlighting unprecedented stress and a potential disconnect between paper futures and physical prices.

Schectman points to record-low silver inventories at the LBMA, soaring lease rates, and commercial banks holding the largest short position in COMEX history as evidence of a tightening physical market.

They also touch upon the broader economic landscape, including the dollar's decline despite high interest rates, and the strategic accumulation of physical precious metals by sophisticated investors and BRICS nations, which is seen as a long-term play to potentially de-dollarize the global financial system.

INTERVIEW TIMELINE:

 0:00 Intro

 3:25 Silver’s move

14:30 Silver market disintermediation

 23:10 Dollar & BRICS+

38:13 Trump tariffs

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PuN6xESvO58

Thursday Coffee with MarkZ. 07/17/2025

Thursday Coffee with MarkZ. 07/17/2025

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: Good Morning all……crazy how quiet it is everywhere..

Member: It’s time to end this movie and move forward with the Golden Age. Any news Mark?

MZ: It’s a slow news day today….but that leaves us time to answer some questions.

MZ: We are seeing some craziness on aggregating professional sites with fluctuating rates and pairings. It’s the pairings and pairing rates that are really unique. It they are accurate we may be looking at a rate of $5 or so……IF they are accurate.

Member: What is a pairing rate?

MZ: Pairing rates are where they are paired with another currency or stablecoin. In that pairing they show a rate which is different right not than on official sites……We were seeing rates from $1.70 something to $5.60 something.

Member: On the tarmac Trump said “Aug 1st- you’re going to get a lot of payments…You’re going to be very happy….if you are a citizen of this country you will get a lot of money? What does he mean????

MZ: I hope he means a reset. I have a couple of DC beltway folks that watch this podcast regularly. And they told me give Trump a few weeks and things will be clear and we will be excited how it comes out. I hope that is accurate.

Member: so quiet on the bond side again?

Mod:  IT WAS A SLOW NEWS DAY. NO NEW BOND UPDATES

MZ: My contacts in Iraq believe they will have an agreement next Tuesday or Wednesday on the cost of producing of about $16 and they think we will get a new rate for the budget tables…..that is hopeful. We will see….they have had these expectations before…..but those expectations are high again.

Member: Iraq is definitely  the “Boy who cried wolf” .

Member:  Militia Man had great news last night! He thinks we are very close

Member: Time for Sudani to get off his hiney and publish the exchange rate for his own people first of all.. and of course we are blessed by it too. Come on Sudani...

MZ: “Cabinet holds extraordinary session “ there was a terrorist style attack on an oilfield. There was a extraordinary session chaired by Sudani . Unknown the decisions that were made in this session. I do not have the details.

Member: MarkZ: “Kurdistan’s oil sector under attack:In 35 hours, 5 oil fields—including Tawke, Pishkhabur & Khurmala—were hit by drones. KRG says infrastructure suffered “heavy damage”

Member: the Central Bank of Iraq revealed that only 11 of the 24 private commercial banks licensed to operate have not faced any punitive measures...13 banks subject to sanctions.

Member: did we go over that The Iraqi government has approved the Baghdad-Erbil agreement and decided to release funds to pay the salaries of Kurdistan Region civil servants

MZ: I like this one: “Al-Fartousi: Port Revenues amounted to more than (630) billion dinars during the first half of this year”  the development road project is just now launching. It is not yet complete but experts say it may surpass the income from the oil industry when its finished. This is huge

Member: We know their goal is to revalue and increase the purchasing power of the dinar. They have a checklist and they are checking things off as we watch,

Member: My bank says they are closing for a couple days at the end of July.

MZ: I wonder why? They already did all their software updates last weekend. ?

Member: My bank will have electronic shut down the 25 thru the 28

Member: I got an email from my bank saying they have a new system

Member: I think -when this finally happens, we will all be in shock to be honest. …we've waited so long. lol 

Member: I tell my kids and friends that they don’t have to believe me but when it happens, remember who told them it would happen and tell me I was right and not crazy!!

Member: I pray this journey is coming to an end to let prosperity reign and bless the world

Member: Everyone have a wonderful day…..God Bless.

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