Bruce’s Big Call Dinar Intel Thursday Night 5-28-26

Bruce’s Big Call Dinar Intel Thursday Night 5-28-26 

Transcribed By WiserNow Emailed To Recaps   (INTEL ONLY)

Welcome everybody to the big call tonight.  It's Thursday, May 28th and you're listening to the big call. Thanks everybody for coming back to us tonight from all over the globe. We're happy to have you and looking forward to having a good call tonight.

Okay, let's get into the intel and see where we stand. The first thing is, you know, guys, I try to create a timeline, and I've told you time and time again that, of course, the information that we get works it  changes. It's like a military operation, just when you’re ready to go, something changes, you know. I've heard that numerous times, but what we have tonight is the idea that, yes, whenever we get toward the end of the month, which is Friday, Saturday, Sunday, 3 days left in the month –

Could it go before the end of the month, as we've been told it should go, it will go, but guess what, I'm not sure we're going to see anything for us being tier 4B, even though we've heard things that would have possibilities for Thursday, Friday. Well, today's Thursday not happening, Friday maybe, but I'll tell you what could be happening, not for tier 4b but for Tier3 --  bond holders have been told that they should be receiving their emails.

 I don't know if any of them got them today, but tomorrow, and my gut is it'll be probably over the weekend, and even if they get their emails that give them the amount, the ability to see the funds in their accounts, they still need to know when can they get access to those monies in their account and make when is it spendable.

One thing is kind of like if you're waiting for a buyer to come through and you see so much money that's pending, pending, but when it's available funds, when it is available to spend, to use a debit card, to write a check, to give cash, whatever it is you're looking for.

Well, I think this is what bond holders will be looking forward to, hopefully, if not tomorrow, then over the weekend. Weekend is the launch point. The weekend launch

Now. Remember, Saturday is the 30th, 31st is Sunday, the first is Monday, second Tuesday -- I think even if the bond holders get their emails that tell them they can go look at their accounts, they got their passcodes, they can dial it up, see how much they have. I think they're going to be waiting to have access to those funds when we are setting and going in for our exchanges.

 It could be an absolute  shotgun start between tier three and tier 4b but those of us here in the internet group in tier 4b don't expect go ahead of the bond holders, but we don't want the bond holders to necessarily have access to their funds before we get access to our funds, so it could be a complete shotgun start.

We're parallel to them when they get access, we get access, hoping that's how they're going to do it. The last time we talked, that was what their intention was, so we'll see how that, how that pans out over the next several days.

We know that everybody is basically under brand new, NDAs information is starting to dry up, and that could be a good thing, you know. When you don't hear from somebody, when they can't talk to you anymore, it's because we're that close, and you know we do get a little bit here and a little bit there, like I had for Tuesday night's call, but tonight nothing really new today, and nothing really to change what I just gave you, which is looking like we could get notified if possible over the weekend, but my gut is we won't get it this weekend, we'll get it on june 1st  or 2nd , and then start exchanges the next day.

Why could, if we got it on Saturday, you know, if possible, but then when we set our appointments and start maybe Monday or Tuesday, I guess that's possible. It is possible, but I know how the weekend is sometimes, and I know how the end of the month is, and I know sometimes, well, we'll just start it on first or second of June.

Now when Jeannie was mentioning in her prayer and praise report about everything from R and R and Doge and our tariff dividends and all that, the  latest thing I've got on that, which I think is a day old  is that we're supposed to get NESARA initiated around june 4.

Well, let's see what day that is. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday. That would be Thursday, a week from tonight.

Theoretically, we would be getting the beginnings or the first fruits  of NESARA.

We've also heard a lot about july 4th

Well, the latest I got yesterday about July 4 was that's supposed to be the end of NESARA rolling out, in other words, from june 4 to july 4, NESARA  could roll out. We should get the debt forgiveness that we've heard about. We should get the doge payments, and so on, that we've heard about everything that we talked about for months and months now.

I think is going to start off around the fourth of June and end on or by the fourth of July.

Now that's the assessment that I've received. All of this, of course, is some change, but we do believe that the ceasefire was extended with Iran. I just don't know if there's been anything new that has been put out anything new about that for this call. I look forward to getting more and better information on that tonight, the Thursday night.

Our next call is scheduled for Tuesday, the second of June, and I'm hoping we have our notifications by then,  if so we'll celebrate with a celebration call on Tuesday night, so we're planning to have the call, but we'll see whether it's a typical intel driven call or whether it's a call for celebration. I hope it is   

Now. What else is there that's out there?

I can't think of anything intel wise  other than we know that the rates were populating on the screens, changing because they were flashing, not solid, and as far as we know, that is still the case. I know this much, the redemption centers were showing rates Tuesday that were changing, they were flashing, changing values, but where before we could talk to the banks or our redemption center leaders could talk to banks, now they're not able to do that, they are cut off from the banks, and they have new NDA’s -- new  paperwork.

It's all coming together, but it doesn't look like we're going to get anything until the first couple of days of June, which would be Monday or Tuesday.

Now that's the last. Now, watch me get an influx of intel tonight, an hour after big call-ends that might morph all of this for right now. As it stands, Intel is, we're almost to the end.

Hang in there, stay positive, stay in faint for this, and say prayer for it. And for everything we prayed for tonight, there's a lot more that we obviously can pray for    

So that's what I wanted to say tonight.

I want to thank Sue and Bob for a really important call tonight, and I want to Doug and GCK for all their help technically, and thank you for Pastor Scott.

Jeannie, thank you, as always, for your, your prayer requests, and kind of two in one, that is really good. I really, we really enjoyed those, and thank you, satellite team, for getting the call out all over the globe, and I know the last few calls have made it into Iran, so I'm happy about that.

And thank Big Call Universe for listening and tuning in. Be there for us every Tuesday and Thursday nights. We look forward to this coming to fruition, coming to an end. And make sure that you have your email, especially if you've changed.   Let’s pray the call out

Thanks Everybody and we will talk to you next Tuesday night –

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Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Friday Afternoon 5-29-26

Good Afternoon Dinar Recaps,

XRP Enters Mainstream Banking as SoFi Expands Crypto Access to Millions

The addition of XRP to a federally chartered U.S. bank signals growing integration between digital assets and traditional finance.

Overview

SoFi has reportedly become the first nationally chartered U.S. bank to support XRP deposits, giving approximately 13.7 million customers access to buy, sell, and hold XRP directly through its banking platform. The move marks another step toward the integration of cryptocurrency into regulated financial infrastructure and highlights the growing convergence between traditional banking and digital assets.

Key Developments

1. SoFi Adds XRP Access for 13.7 Million Customers

SoFi confirmed that users can now deposit and manage XRP alongside cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana. Because SoFi operates as a federally regulated financial institution under oversight from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, the move is being viewed as a significant milestone for mainstream crypto adoption.

2. XRP Moves Closer to Traditional Financial Integration

Unlike crypto-native exchanges, SoFi provides banking, lending, savings, and investment services in one platform. Analysts say adding XRP into a familiar banking application lowers barriers for everyday users who may have avoided separate crypto exchanges or external wallets.

3. Institutional Interest in XRP Ledger Continues Growing

There is increasing institutional attention surrounding the XRP Ledger and tokenized assets. Reports from the Digital Assets Forum 2026 noted expanding use cases involving cross-border payments, tokenization, and transparent settlement systems.

4. Crypto Adoption Continues Expanding Inside Regulated Finance

SoFi’s gradual rollout of cryptocurrencies reflects a broader trend of regulated institutions slowly embracing digital assets. Industry observers believe this may encourage additional banks and financial firms to explore similar integrations as demand for digital asset services grows.

Why It Matters

The integration of XRP into a federally chartered banking institution represents another step toward the normalization of digital assets within traditional finance. As cryptocurrencies become more accessible through regulated platforms, the line between conventional banking and blockchain-based finance continues to narrow.

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

• Expanding digital asset adoption could increase interest in alternative financial systems

• Cross-border payment technologies may challenge portions of the traditional banking structure

• Greater institutional participation may accelerate discussions surrounding tokenized finance and settlement systems

Implications for the Global Reset

• Pillar 1: Digital Asset Integration Into Banking

The move suggests traditional financial institutions are becoming more willing to incorporate blockchain-based assets into everyday banking infrastructure.

• Pillar 2: Evolution of Cross-Border Financial Systems

Growing use of blockchain payment networks and tokenized assets may gradually reshape how international transactions and settlements are processed in the future.

Closing Insight

While XRP’s addition to SoFi does not replace the traditional banking system, it demonstrates how digital assets are steadily moving deeper into regulated financial environments. The broader trend suggests that blockchain technology is becoming increasingly difficult for mainstream finance to ignore.

This is not just crypto adoption — it’s another step toward merging digital assets with the future of global finance.

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Sources

• Watcher.Guru — "First US Chartered Bank Adds XRP for 13 Million Customers"

• SoFi — "Crypto Investing and Digital Asset Services"

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Basel III Endgame: Why Banks Are Quietly Moving Into Gold

Basel III Endgame: Why Banks Are Quietly Moving Into Gold

Lynette Zang:  5-29-2026

Basel III quietly changed the rules for physical gold, and major banks may already be repositioning behind the scenes.

In this video, Kenneth Mraz breaks down why banks can now swap cash for gold without alarming regulators or the public, what this could mean for fiat currency, and why the financial system may be far more fragile than most people realize.

Chapters:

0:00 Basel III End Game Explained

0:16 Why Big Banks Are Quietly Preparing

0:44 The “Quiet” Basel III Shift in 2025

1:08 Physical Gold Becomes a Tier One Asset

1:37 Why Banks Can Secretly Swap Cash for Gold

2:15 Are Banks Executing a Stealth Exit From Fiat?

2:45 “Melting Ice”: Why Cash May No Longer Be Safe

3:15 Banks Building Lifeboats While the Public Watches the Ship

3:47 The Derivatives Exposure Threat Nobody Talks About

4:22 Why Bullion Could Protect Banks During a Reset

4:50 How Deposits Could Become Collateral Damage

5:23 Building a Financial Fortress Before the Storm

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Coffee with Zester and MR C, 5/29/2026

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News, Rumors and Opinions Friday 5-29-2026

KTFA:

Clare:  FYI: The Cabinet, decided to suspend official working hours in all ministries and state institutions from Tuesday, May 26, until Saturday, May 30, on the occasion of Eid al-Adha.

The statement indicated that official working hours would resume on Sunday, May 31. It added that official working hours would also be suspended on Thursday, June 4, in all ministries and government institutions on the occasion of Eid al-Ghadir.

*TOMORROW IS THE LAST DAY OF THE  Eid al-Adha HOLIDAY ... AND THEN THERE IS A HOLIDAY ON THURSDAY, JUNE 4TH

Tishwash:  Former MP: The government faces two paths: borrowing or raising the exchange rate.

 5/27/2026  Information/Baghdad...

Former member of the parliamentary finance committee, Abdul Hadi Mouhan, confirmed that the new government faces two paths: either external borrowing or increasing the exchange rate domestically in order to increase revenues under the current circumstances.

Mohan told Al-Maalomah, “There are two paths for the new government led by Ali Al-Zidi to ensure the securing of expenses, especially operational ones, by moving towards external borrowing, which is the most dangerous path that Iraq will face if it goes in this direction.”

He added that "the second path that the government may resort to in order to increase its revenues is to go towards raising the exchange rate, which is the least dangerous path compared to going towards external borrowing, which is a double-edged sword for Iraq."

He indicated that "the government will most likely move towards raising the exchange rate in the upcoming budget in order to address the existing inflation and the deficit in the federal budget, and to ensure that the economic situation does not collapse."    LINK

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Clare: The Prime Minister orders a review of government contracts, the identification of those responsible for wasting public funds, and their referral to the judiciary.

 5/28/2026  Baghdad /  

Prime Minister Ali Faleh al-Zaidi has ordered the relevant oversight bodies and law enforcement authorities to review government contracts, identify those responsible for wasting public funds, and refer them to the judiciary.

Al-Zaidi directed the oversight bodies to initiate investigative procedures into a number of important contracts previously concluded by ministries and government institutions, to determine their compliance with laws and regulations, and their adherence to public rights and interests. This is a preliminary step to uncovering shortcomings and identifying those responsible for injustices and the misuse of public funds, as well as those who benefited from these contracts at the expense of the public interest.

Al-Zaidi also directed that the results of the investigations be submitted to the competent judicial authorities as quickly as possible, in order to protect public funds, deter those who manipulate them, apprehend them, and bring them to justice   LINK

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Jeff Things have tremendously, significantly changed since the new government's been in.  They're preparing to revalue ...Because the new government takes Iraq to the next stage and the next phase.

Militia Man  Over the past 48 hours we've seen a remarkable convergence of signals across political, financial, digital and economic fronts.  The government under the prime minister Al-Zaidi is hitting the ground running with clear execution focus.  He is a technocrat.  He's taking charge now over the foundation Al-Sudani put in place...all advancing at the  same time...

Stephen I have never been more positive about the Iraqi dinar revaluing as I am right now.  However...we have to watch things play out...Things are positive.  Things are moving.  We're watching things play out right before our very eyes.  We're watching all the Iranian corruption in the country of Iraq slowly but surely get removed.  Everything is working in our favor. 

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Why Is Trump Threatening Ft. Knox Gold Audit Again | Stefan Gleason

Arcadia Economics: 5-18-2026

All of a sudden Trump's talking about auditing the Fort Knox gold again.

Which seems to come at a mysterious time, and to dig into what's going on behind the scenes with that, Stefan Gleason of Money Metals joins me on the show.

 So to find out more, click to watch this video now!

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Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Friday Morning 5-29-26

Good Morning Dinar Recaps,

Dollar Weakens as US-Iran Ceasefire Hopes Shift Global Market Sentiment

Easing Middle East tensions are reducing safe-haven demand for the dollar while reshaping expectations for oil, inflation, and global capital flows.

Overview

The U.S. dollar moved toward a weekly decline today as reports of a potential 60-day ceasefire extension between the United States and Iran improved investor confidence and reduced demand for safe-haven assets. Falling oil prices and easing fears surrounding the Strait of Hormuz helped calm global markets, while investors increasingly focused on inflation, interest rates, and long-term diversification away from dollar-based assets.

Key Developments

1. Dollar Heads for Weekly Loss as Risk Appetite Improves

The U.S. dollar weakened against several major currencies after reports suggested Washington and Tehran were moving closer to extending their ceasefire agreement. The decline snapped a recent rally fueled by geopolitical tensions and reflected growing optimism that wider regional conflict may be avoided.

2. Oil Prices Fall Sharply on Diplomacy Hopes

Crude oil prices posted their steepest weekly decline since April as traders anticipated reduced disruption risks in the Strait of Hormuz. Lower energy prices immediately eased inflation concerns and weakened demand for the dollar as a defensive safe-haven currency.

3. Investors Begin Rotating Away From Defensive Positions

Currencies such as the Australian dollar, New Zealand dollar, euro, and yen strengthened modestly as market sentiment improved. Analysts noted that investors are gradually reducing defensive positions that were built during the height of Middle East tensions.

4. Structural Concerns About the Dollar Continue Growing

Despite relatively high U.S. interest rates, some global investors remain concerned about America’s rising debt levels, fiscal outlook, and long-term reserve currency dominance. This has contributed to ongoing discussions about diversification into alternative currencies and regional financial systems.

Why It Matters

The dollar’s decline demonstrates how quickly geopolitical developments can influence global financial markets. Reduced conflict risk lowers safe-haven demand, while falling oil prices may temporarily ease inflation pressures that have strained central banks and economies worldwide.

Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders

• Increased potential for currency volatility tied to geopolitical developments

• Growing investor focus on diversification beyond dollar-denominated assets

• Lower oil prices may temporarily reduce inflation pressure across global economies

Implications for the Global Reset

• Pillar 1: Reserve Currency Confidence Shift

Even modest dollar weakness highlights growing global discussions surrounding multi-currency trade systems and reserve diversification as countries seek alternatives to heavy dependence on U.S. financial markets.

• Pillar 2: Geopolitics and Monetary Stability

The relationship between war risk, energy prices, and monetary policy continues showing how geopolitical events increasingly shape global liquidity, inflation trends, and investor behavior.

Closing Insight

Today’s market reaction reflects cautious optimism that diplomacy may temporarily stabilize one of the world’s most important geopolitical flashpoints. However, deeper concerns surrounding debt, inflation, and reserve currency confidence continue influencing long-term financial sentiment.

This is not just a weaker dollar — it’s a reminder that geopolitical stability and global currency confidence are becoming increasingly interconnected.

Seeds of Wisdom Team
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Sources

• Modern Diplomacy — "Dollar Set for Weekly Decline as United States and Iran Ceasefire Hopes Calm Markets"

• Reuters — "Dollar slips as ceasefire hopes reduce safe-haven demand"

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🌱A Message to Our Currency Holders🌱

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

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

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

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

That is not your failure.

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

Instead, we focus on:

• Verifiable developments • Institutional evidence

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

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

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

Protect your identity. Organize your documents.    Verify everything.

Never hand your discernment to anyone who cannot show proof.

You deserve truth — not timelines.

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Iraq Economic News and Points To Ponder Friday Morning 5-29-26

A US budget of $778.5 million to upgrade 5 military bases

Money and Business    Economy News — Follow-up   Pentagon documents for fiscal year 2027 show that the Missile Defense Agency requested $778.5 million in funding to upgrade the ground infrastructure of the missile defense system at five military bases.

The Russian news agency Novosti, after reviewing the documents, indicated that the Pentagon is seeking to upgrade five military bases to accommodate new interceptor missiles.

According to the documents, the modernization work will include Fort Greeley and Erickson Air Station in Alaska, Vandenberg Space Force Base in California, Fort Drum in New York, and the Missile Defense Integration and Operations Center in Colorado.

The funds are earmarked for upgrading fire control systems, protected networks, communication stations, and launch platforms.

The funding requested is roughly double last year’s budget of $390.1 million, with documents attributing the increased spending to the move toward a hybrid interceptor missile system, which includes the use of both the older generation (GBI) and the new generation (NGI).

Additional funds will also be allocated to enhance protection against cyber threats and to upgrade the communications network of the missile defense system.

This plan is the largest spending item within the overall budget for the US ground-based missile defense system for 2027, which amounts to $1.36 billion. https://www.economy-news.net/content.php?id=69625

Localities      Economy News — Baghdad  The Ministry of Construction, Housing and Municipalities confirmed on Friday that the closure of the Hamrin Bridge was a precautionary measure to preserve the safety of citizens, stressing that the bridge structure and concrete supports are completely safe.

Ministry spokesman Nabil Al-Saffar said, “Erosion occurred in the approaches to the Hamrin Bridge because they are earthen dams that were not protected by implementing cladding for the side slopes of the dam,” explaining that “the rise in the water level of Lake Hamrin caused the erosion of the edges of the earthen approaches.”

He added that "the project has reached 89% completion and has not yet been fully completed, and that the previous opening of the bridge was a temporary opening."

Al-Saffar pointed out that “the Diyala Roads and Bridges Directorate sent a letter to the Diyala Governor’s office, the Operations Command, and the Police Command to close the bridge, based on the directives of the Roads and Bridges Department, in order to preserve the safety of road users,” stressing that “the bridge body is structurally sound at 100%, and the concrete supports are also sound, and the problem is limited to the dirt approaches only.” https://www.economy-news.net/content.php?id=69627

France Freezes €4 Billion In Government Spending To Offset Losses Related To The Middle East Conflict

Arabic and international   Economy News — Follow-up    Media reports, quoting French Finance Minister David Amiel, revealed that the Finance Ministry has decided to freeze government spending of nearly 4 billion euros to compensate for the country’s losses related to the repercussions of the conflict in the Middle East, while keeping the defense and justice budgets unchanged.

Amil explained that the Ministry of Economy and Finance revealed yesterday a plan to freeze state budget allocations worth 3.2 billion euros, in addition to canceling additional allocations of about 847 million euros, as part of measures aimed at containing the costs resulting from the war in the region, according to French media.

This measure complements a previous government plan that saved an estimated 2.2 billion euros, obtained by freezing the reduction in social security contributions for low-wage workers, which was announced by the French government last week.

The French government expects to achieve savings of €6 billion, distributed between €4 billion from the budgets of most ministries and €2 billion from social spending. However, the budgets of the Ministries of Defense and Justice will not be reduced.

The Ministry of Finance indicated that these measures are temporary in nature, noting the possibility of lifting the freeze on funds during the current year depending on developments. A new meeting is scheduled for the end of June to discuss the upcoming emergency austerity measures . https://www.economy-news.net/content.php?id=69626

The Civil Service Council Announces The Completion Of All Procedures Related To The Employment File And Is Awaiting The 2026 Budget.

Localities    Economy News — Baghdad    The Federal Public Service Council announced on Friday that it has completed all the technical procedures related to the employment file, while making the launch of appointments and the application form contingent on 3 main axes.

Council spokesman Fadel Abdul Zahra Al-Gharawi said, according to the official agency, that "the launch of the new appointments and the electronic application form is linked to several factors and is not limited to the technical aspect only."

He added that “appointments in state institutions are linked to three main axes: firstly, the availability and creation of job positions; secondly, the provision of the necessary financial allocations, which is directly related to the 2026 budget and what it will include in terms of job positions and financial allocations; and thirdly, the need of ministries and government agencies for the required specializations according to their plans and job structure.”

Al-Gharawi pointed out that "the Federal Public Service Council has completed, from a technical standpoint, all procedures related to employment files, application mechanisms, and the employment form. However, the Council is still waiting for the approval of the 2026 budget and the financial allocations and new job grades that will be included in it in order to begin the technical procedures related to the employment file."

He stressed that "the council is keen on all its graduate students, and works according to national and professional responsibility in managing the employment file, adopting the principles of transparency, integrity, justice and equality in all application, nomination and distribution procedures, in order to ensure equal opportunities for all."

https://www.economy-news.net/content.php?id=69628

Friday Iraq News Posted by Tishwash at TNT

TNT:

Tishwash:  Al-Zidi and Al-Sudani affirm their support for development plans and the completion of the government formation.

Prime Minister Ali Faleh al-Zaidi and the head of the Reconstruction and Development Coalition, Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, stressed on Thursday the importance of continuing to support the government in implementing its development programs and completing the government formation, in line with the aspirations of the Iraqi public.

The Prime Minister’s Media Office stated in a statement that “Prime Minister Ali Faleh Al-Zaidi met today with the head of the Reconstruction and Development Coalition, Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani.”

The statement added that “the meeting witnessed an exchange of greetings on the occasion of Eid al-Adha, and a review of the most prominent developments on the national scene, in addition to stressing the importance of maintaining understandings between the political parties to complete the formation of the government, and stressing support for the government in implementing its development plans, in a way that meets the aspirations of the Iraqi people.”  link

Tishwash:   An economist says: Borrowing narrows Iraq's economic options, and the solution lies in rationalizing spending.

Economic expert Manar Al-Obaidi confirmed that the continued decline in oil revenues and the government's inability to compensate for them with alternative sources has limited the available economic options to a narrow corner, making borrowing the only way to cover monthly expenses amounting to about ten trillion dinars.

Al-Ubaidi explained in a statement, a copy of which was received by Al-Furat News, that "borrowing is not a radical solution, but rather may become a factor exacerbating the crisis." He pointed out that public debt interest reached approximately seven trillion dinars in 2025 and is expected to exceed ten trillion dinars this year, equivalent to about 10% of total mandatory operating expenses.

He indicated that "the danger of the current path lies in the possibility that the government will reach a stage where it borrows to pay debt interest instead of funding public services." He stressed that the real solution lies in rationalizing operating expenses, primarily salaries and social welfare, emphasizing that there is ample room for reform without affecting the citizen's standard of living.

Al-Ubaidi cited the success of audits in the social welfare program during the first quarter of this year, which saved approximately 700 billion dinars. This means that more than 2.8 trillion dinars could be saved annually simply by partially reviewing beneficiary data. He questioned the size of the savings that could be achieved if the review included salaries and other areas of expenditure.

Al-Ubaidi concluded that the economic equation imposes two options, with no third alternative. Either we continue borrowing and turn debt into a structural constraint for decades to come, or we control and rationalize spending in pursuit of a gradual balance that protects the economy and the citizen’s standard of living, far from excessive optimism based on inaccurate impressionistic readings.  link

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Tishwash:   European Center: The US Federal Reserve is the only current "way out" of Baghdad's economic crisis

 The European Center for Economic Guarantees, Credendo, revealed in a report published today, Tuesday, May 26, 2026, the "depth of the crisis" that Iraq is going through during the current and upcoming stage, stressing that the government in Baghdad "needs" the US Federal Reserve.

The center said, according to what was translated by “Baghdad Today”, that the economic shock resulting from Iraq’s loss of its ability to export its oil as a result of the closure of the Strait of Hormuz is still “not fully apparent”, stressing that the consequences will include “enormous financial pressure on liquidity and difficulty in meeting the government’s financial obligations in the public sectors, in addition to a significant decline in the value of the Iraqi dinar and a rise in inflation rates.”

He continued, "The outlook for the economic situation in Iraq appears to be highly difficult and challenging, especially if the current crisis in the Strait continues or the region witnesses a new escalation of violence, which could lead to permanent damage to the Iraqi oil sector that cannot be repaired or avoided."

He added, "Even if the United States and Iran reach a preliminary agreement to halt the war for a short period of time, restarting the oil fields will be extremely difficult, in addition to the risk of the conflict resuming at any time, which makes the process of resuming production and exporting again a major challenge for the Iraqi government."

The center confirmed that the Iraqi government has an economic "way out" of the current crisis, represented by the large foreign financial reserve it possesses in hard currency, which it can use as a barrier to protect the Iraqi economy from the most serious consequences of the cessation of exports for a period of time that could reach months, stressing, "This reserve is not in Iraq's possession."

The center also clarified that Iraq’s large financial reserves are held with the US Federal Reserve in New York and not with the Central Bank of Iraq, which makes the use of those funds, with its long-term risks and short-term benefits, subject to a US decision.

The center indicated that the United States is aware of Iraq’s need for the large financial reserves held by the Federal Reserve, which led to “Washington using it as a political pressure tactic against the Iraqi government to push it to dissolve the factions, something that became very clear during Washington’s imposition of restrictions on cash dollar transfers to Iraq, which placed further financial restrictions on the Iraqi government.”

The center noted at the end of its report that Iraq’s temporary and currently available way out of the financial crisis, represented by the dollar reserves at the US Federal Reserve, carries another risk, explaining, “If Washington imposes economic sanctions on Iraq, the country will not be able to access the reserves of funds that it may use to finance its work for the coming months,” as it described it.

It is noted that political analysts have spoken about conducting governmental and party negotiations and discussions to reach an agreement to integrate the armed factions into a new security ministry in order to avoid American restrictions and possible sanctions on the economy. link

Tishwash:  The debt trap threatens Iraq... Will the government borrow to pay off loan interest?

Economic expert Manar Al-Obaidi warned against the government resorting to internal or external borrowing after the deficit caused by the decline in oil revenues. He said that borrowing, if continued for long periods, is a factor that exacerbates the crisis, as it increases the burden of mandatory operational expenses represented by interest on accumulated debts. What is more dangerous, according to him, is the possibility of reaching a stage where the government is forced to borrow not to finance public services, but only to pay the interest on its debts.

Al-Obaidi stressed that the real solution is to rationalize operational expenses, especially the files of salaries and social welfare, which many avoid for fear of popular reactions, indicating that Iraq needs to conduct an oversight review of these files without affecting the citizen’s livelihood and dignity.

On May 21, 2026, the Governor of the Central Bank, Ali Al-Alaq, revealed that the general budget deficit had turned into an “actual and chronic deficit” reflecting a flaw in the structure of the economy due to the complete dependence on oil revenues, stressing that the country may resort to external borrowing to cover this deficit and finance development requirements after the ability of government banks to lend reached its maximum limits.

Al-Ubaidi stated in a report, which was followed by 964 Network:

Between borrowing and spending pressure: Where does the Iraqi economy stand?

With the continued decline in oil revenues and the Iraqi government’s inability to compensate for this shortfall from alternative sources, the available solutions are becoming increasingly limited, to the point where borrowing is almost the only unavoidable option.

The fact that everyone is aware of is that monthly expenses amount to about ten trillion dinars that can only be covered through one channel in the absence of oil, which is borrowing, whether internal or external. However, borrowing is not the magic solution that saves the economy, but rather, if it continues for long periods, it may be a factor that multiplies the crisis, as it increases the burden of mandatory operating expenses represented by the interest on accumulated debts.

Public debt interest payments reached approximately seven trillion dinars in 2025, and these interest payments are expected to rise this year to more than ten trillion dinars, equivalent to about 10% of total mandatory operating expenses. This is in light of the continuous increase in the size of public debt and the possibility of resorting to more borrowing in the coming months. These expenses will remain binding on any present or future government as long as debt levels remain high. Indeed, the danger of the current path lies in the possibility of reaching a stage where the government is forced to borrow not to finance public services, but only to pay the interest on its debts. This is a path that several countries have taken and paid a heavy price for.

From this it becomes clear that borrowing in itself is not a structural solution, and that the real, unavoidable solution is to rationalize operational expenditures, foremost among them the issue of salaries and social welfare, an issue that many avoid approaching for fear of popular reactions. However, the available data indicates that the scope for reform is wide, and does not necessarily require affecting the citizen's standard of living. Comparing social welfare expenditures in the first quarter of this year with the same period last year revealed a decrease of about 700 billion dinars, achieved simply by conducting preliminary audits. This means that what was saved at the annual level may exceed 2.8 trillion dinars from just a partial review of beneficiary data. So what will the situation be when the review includes the salary file and all other aspects of government spending?

In short, the equation allows for only two options, and no third:

- Continuing to borrow until the public debt file becomes a structural constraint that burdens any government for decades to come.

Controlling and rationalizing spending and striving for a gradual balance between expenditures and revenues in ways that preserve the dignity of the citizen and protect his standard of living.

As for the excessive optimism that is sometimes promoted as easy and quick solutions, its source is mostly an impressionistic reading of the scene, not a numerical reading, that measures the amount of interaction, not the amount of accuracy.  link

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Iraq Economic News and Points To Ponder Thursday Afternoon 5-28-26

Iraq To Probe Major State Contracts In Corruption Crackdown

2026-05-28Shafaq News- Baghdad   Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Al-Zaidi on Thursday ordered corruption investigations into several major government contracts as part of his new administration’s anti-corruption campaign and “efforts to protect public funds.”

Al-Zaidi directed oversight authorities and law enforcement agencies to examine contracts previously signed by ministries and state institutions to determine whether they “complied with Iraqi laws, safeguarded public interests, and resulted in financial harm to the state.”

The investigations will also seek to identify those who benefited from the contracts “at the expense of the public interest,” in addition to uncovering negligence, abuse of authority, and potential misuse of public funds.

Although Al-Zaidi’s office did not offer further details, the investigations could affect contracts tied to infrastructure, procurement, energy, and public spending at a time when the government has pledged to attract foreign investment and reform state institutions.

After taking office earlier this month, Al-Zaidi described corruption as “an obstacle to development that delays the progress of the state” and vowed to “protect public funds and pursue administrative and financial corruption in all its forms.”

Iraq ranked 136th globally in Transparency International’s 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index with a score of 28 out of 100, keeping Iraq among the world’s lowest-ranked countries in public-sector transparency and making corruption one of the country’s most persistent political and economic challenges despite repeated reform campaigns launched by successive governments since 2003.

The country has also faced repeated corruption scandals in recent years, including the 2022 “theft of the century” case involving roughly $2.5 billion in missing tax funds, one of the largest financial scandals in modern Iraqi history.

Read more: Iraq's corrupt maze: Oil, bribes, and broken trust

https://www.shafaq.com/en/Economy/Iraq-to-probe-major-state-contracts-in-corruption-crackdown

Oil Prices Surge 3% On US-Iran Military Clash

2026-05-28Shafaq News   Oil prices jumped more than 3% on Thursday after Iran's Revolutionary Guards said they targeted a U.S. airbase in response to a U.S. attack near Bandar Abbas airport.

Brent crude futures rose $3.51, or 3.72%, to $97.8 a barrel by 0344 GMT, while the more active August contract gained $3.35 or 3.63%, to $95.6. The July contract is set to expire on Friday.

The U.S. West Texas Intermediate futures were up $3.31, or 3.73%, at $91.99.

Both ⁠benchmarks slipped more than 5% to touch their lowest in a month in the previous session on the possibility of a U.S.-Iran deal to end their war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran's Revolutionary Guards said on Thursday they targeted a U.S. airbase after what they described as an early morning U.S. attack near Bandar Abbas airport, Tasnim news agency reported.

They warned that any repeat of what they called aggression would draw a "more decisive".

The U.S. ⁠military launched new strikes in Iran targeting a military site that officials believed posed a threat to U.S. forces and commercial maritime traffic in the strait, a U.S. official told Reuters.

"Oil supply remains constrained, and key sticking points have yet ⁠to be resolved," ANZ commodity strategist Daniel Hynes said in a note.

In the U.S., crude oil stockpiles fell by 2.8 million barrels last week, the sixth straight ⁠week of declines, according to American Petroleum Institute data.

Official inventory data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration are due on Thursday, a day later ⁠than usual due to the Memorial Day holiday on Monday.

(Reuters)    https://www.shafaq.com/en/Economy/Oil-prices-surge-3-on-US-Iran-military-clash

Prime Minister's Advisor: Iraq Is On The Verge Of Major Economic Changes Under The Guidance Of Al-Zaidi

 Baghdad Today - Baghdad:The Prime Minister's Advisor for Financial Affairs, Mazhar Muhammad Saleh, confirmed on Wednesday (May 27, 2026) that Iraq is going through an important transitional phase at the economic level, noting that the directives of Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi have brought about a shift in the philosophy of managing the state's financial and economic affairs, which paves the way for broad transformations during the coming period.

Saleh said in a statement followed by “Baghdad Today” that “Al-Zidi assigned the Minister of Finance the duties of Deputy Chairman of the Ministerial Council for the Economy, which is a measure that reflects the philosophy of the modern state that sees the Ministry of Finance as a sovereign institution concerned with planning the economic future, and not just an entity for distributing salaries.”

He pointed out that "Iraq is about to undergo broad changes in its economic structure," noting that "the Prime Minister has asked the Ministry of Finance to prepare a long-term plan and move from the role of treasurer to a ministry that leads the reform of the philosophy of the economic system and creates a balanced partnership between the state and the market, within the framework of Iraq Vision 2035."

Saleh explained that "the Ministerial Council for the Economy has become the main engine for economic policies, and that it will lead the next phase by transforming temporary solutions into sustainable institutional work aimed at reforming the structure of the national economy."

He also explained that "implementation includes comprehensive oversight extending from the Financial Control Bureau to ministries such as industry and agriculture, reaching the oversight of financial markets," stressing that "the citizen is the primary goal of development programs and improving the standard of living."

In the same context, Saleh stressed that “the Central Bank of Iraq is independent in its work, but it coordinates within the Ministerial Council for the Economy, which is headed by the Ministry of Finance,” explaining that “there is a Council for Economic, Monetary and Financial Stability in which all essential economic files are presented.”

https://baghdadtoday.news/300161-.html

Integrity Commission Foils Attempt To Seize 1.5 Trillion Dinars From Rafidain And Rasheed Banks In Baghdad

Thursday, May 28, 2026 10:47 | General    Baghdad/ NINA /The Federal Integrity Commission announced the thwarting of an attempt to seize one and a half trillion dinars from Al-Rafidain and Al-Rasheed banks in Baghdad.

The Commission stated in a press release that "the field team in the Baghdad Investigation Directorate, in direct coordination with the competent judicial authorities, went to Al-Rafidain Bank/General Administration, where, after monitoring and investigation, they were able to apprehend (3) defendants in possession of forged statements and checks which they intended to cash illegally.

" The statement further indicated that "(7) forged checks, allegedly issued by Al-Rasheed and Al-Rafidain Banks, with a total amount of approximately one and a half trillion dinars, were seized, intended for the benefit of the defendants."

It explained that "during the operation, which was carried out in accordance with the provisions of Articles (298 and 289) of the Penal Code, the original contract for the sale of a deposit in the name of one of the defendants for the amount of (612,000,000,000) dinars was seized." The statement noted that "the defendants confessed to attempting to process the check cashing transaction in violation of the law."

It also indicated that "coordination with the management of Al-Rafidain Bank was underway." The investigation uncovered the forged checks, and initial inquiries by the team revealed no such sums or accounts belonging to the accused.

A formal seizure report was prepared and presented, along with the accused, before the judge of the Second Karkh Investigation Court, which specializes in integrity cases. The judge ordered their detention pending the completion of investigative procedures. /End 2. For more news, subscribe to our Telegram channel. https://www.ninanews.com/Website/News/Details?Key=1298228

Prime Minister: Confining Weapons To The State Is A Decision, Not An Option, And Boosting Investment Is A Government Priority

Baghdad - One News    5/28/2026     Prime Minister Ali Falih Al-Zaidi received a group of tribal sheikhs and dignitaries today on the occasion of Eid al-Adha, stressing the government’s continued commitment to implementing the project of restricting weapons to the state and enhancing security and economic stability in the country. 

The Prime Minister said that the government “is proceeding with the project called for by the Supreme Religious Authority, which stipulates that weapons be restricted to the state,” stressing that “the state must be the only entity that has a monopoly on weapons, and that the possession of force must be limited to state institutions, and this is a decision, not an option.”

He stressed the importance of preventing the spread of weapons and their use in random shooting or tribal conflicts, calling on Iraqi tribes to play a greater role in supporting security and stability and preventing any violations that threaten the country’s security. 

On the political and economic front, the Prime Minister explained that Iraq continues to strengthen its relations and cooperation with the international community, noting that the government is working on “drawing a new economic identity for Iraq and moving away from the socialist mentality by attracting global companies to invest.”

He added that the government will not allow any cases of extortion or obstruction of the work of foreign companies inside Iraq, stressing the provision of a stable investment environment that supports economic development and job opportunities.

He also stressed the importance of balance in political and social discourse and promoting coexistence among all components of the Iraqi people, in order to ensure the protection of citizens’ rights and consolidate national stability.

https://1news-iq.net/رئيس-الوزراء-حصر-السلاح-بيد-الدولة-قرا/

Bond Vigilantes Are Back: The Debt Bubble Is Breaking

Bond Vigilantes Are Back: The Debt Bubble Is Breaking

Lynette Zang:  5-28-2026

Rising interest rates, exploding debt, and stubborn inflation are putting enormous pressure on the global financial system.

 In this livestream, Lynette Zang breaks down why bond markets are flashing warning signs, why Main Street is struggling while Wall Street celebrates, and why physical gold and silver demand continues rising worldwide.

Chapters:

0:00 Corporations Surviving on Borrowed Money

1:06 Bond Yields Break Out — Warning Sign for the Economy

2:04 Inflation Crushing Consumer Confidence

3:11 Why Wages Never Keep Up With Inflation

4:25 Producer Prices Signal More Inflation Ahead

5:21 Commodity Prices & the Inflation Breakout

6:29 Why Gold & Silver Prices Are So Volatile

8:22 “A Trillion Times Zero Is Still Zero”

9:27 Physical Silver Delivery vs Paper Contracts

10:37 Gold Contracts, Central Banks & Physical Demand

12:16 Global Gold Buying Surges in China, India & the U.S.

13:44 The “Two Economies” — Wall Street vs Main Street

16:18 CBDCs, Barter Systems & Financial Privacy

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