Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Friday Morning 6-19-26
Good Morning Dinar Recaps,
US-Iran Peace Talks Delayed as Fragile Ceasefire Faces New Test
Negotiations scheduled in Switzerland have been postponed, highlighting lingering mistrust between Washington and Tehran as both sides attempt to transform a temporary ceasefire into a lasting peace agreement.
Good Morning Dinar Recaps,
US-Iran Peace Talks Delayed as Fragile Ceasefire Faces New Test
Negotiations scheduled in Switzerland have been postponed, highlighting lingering mistrust between Washington and Tehran as both sides attempt to transform a temporary ceasefire into a lasting peace agreement.
Overview
Peace negotiations have been delayed, raising new questions about the durability of the recent U.S.-Iran ceasefire.
Major issues remain unresolved, including Iran's nuclear program, sanctions relief, and long-term security arrangements.
Global energy markets continue watching closely, as any setback could once again threaten shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
Key Developments
1. Switzerland Talks Postponed
Negotiations scheduled to take place at Switzerland's Bürgenstock resort were postponed after U.S. officials cited logistical issues. Vice President JD Vance also canceled plans to attend, while Swiss officials confirmed they remain ready to host future discussions.
Iranian media indicated Tehran wants additional proof that Washington is implementing commitments made under the recently announced 14-point ceasefire framework before moving into more detailed negotiations.
2. Nuclear Issues Remain the Biggest Obstacle
While both countries have agreed to continue discussions, the most difficult issues remain unresolved.
Negotiators must still address Iran's uranium enrichment program, sanctions relief, international inspections, frozen Iranian assets, missile capabilities, and long-term compliance mechanisms.
Iran continues to insist its nuclear program is peaceful, while the United States maintains that preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons remains a central objective.
3. Regional Security Risks Continue
Despite the ceasefire between Washington and Tehran, military operations involving Israel and Hezbollah continue in Lebanon, creating additional uncertainty for the broader peace process.
Analysts warn that continued regional conflict could complicate negotiations and undermine confidence in any long-term agreement.
Why It Matters
The postponement demonstrates that ending active fighting is only the first step toward lasting peace. Financial markets, governments, and businesses remain highly sensitive to developments because stability in the Strait of Hormuz directly affects global oil supplies, inflation, shipping costs, and international trade.
A successful agreement could help stabilize energy prices, improve investor confidence, and reduce geopolitical uncertainty. Conversely, renewed tensions could quickly reverse recent market gains and place fresh pressure on the global economy.
Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders
For those following a potential Global Financial Reset, developments in the Middle East remain significant because energy markets influence inflation, interest rates, currency values, and central bank policy worldwide.
A durable peace agreement would likely reduce pressure on oil prices, improve global trade flows, and support greater financial stability. Continued delays or renewed conflict, however, could strengthen safe-haven currencies, increase market volatility, and postpone broader monetary and financial reforms that many investors continue to monitor.
Implications for the Global Reset
Pillar 1 : Debt
Lower energy prices could ease inflation pressures, allowing central banks greater flexibility in future monetary policy.
Pillar 2 : Trade
A fully reopened Strait of Hormuz would strengthen global supply chains, improve shipping reliability, and support international commerce.
Pillar 3 : Assets
Reduced geopolitical risk could encourage investment into productive assets while easing demand for traditional safe-haven investments.
Pillar 4 : Technology
Greater regional stability would support continued investment in infrastructure, logistics, and digital trade systems.
Pillar 5 : Energy
The future of global energy markets remains closely tied to successful implementation of any U.S.-Iran agreement.
Looking Ahead
The coming weeks will determine whether negotiators can move beyond a temporary ceasefire toward a broader diplomatic settlement. Progress will depend on resolving difficult questions surrounding Iran's nuclear activities, sanctions relief, regional security, and implementation of commitments already outlined in the preliminary framework.
Markets will continue watching developments closely, as any progress—or setback—could have immediate consequences for energy prices, inflation expectations, and global financial stability.
This is not just politics—it is global finance restructuring before our eyes.
Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive
Sources
Reuters – Coverage of the delayed U.S.-Iran negotiations and regional developments.
Modern Diplomacy – US Iran Peace Talks Delayed as Truce Faces New Uncertainty
~~~~~~~~~~
🌱 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.
Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News
~~~~~~~~~~
Seeds of Wisdom Team RV Currency Facts Youtube and Rumble
Newshound's News Telegram Room Link
RV Facts with Proof Links Link
RV Updates Proof links - Facts Link
Start Here room with Most Asked Questions Link
Follow the Gold/Silver Rate COMEX
Follow Fast Facts
Seeds of Wisdom Team™Website
Thank you Dinar Recaps
MilitiaMan & CREW IRAQ DINAR UPDATE-"Big CBI Move-Nizar Nasser In, Al-Alaq Out | Convergences Tightening Fast"
MilitiaMan & CREW IRAQ DINAR UPDATE-"Big CBI Move-Nizar Nasser In, Al-Alaq Out | Convergences Tightening Fast"
6-18-2026
The Crew: Samson, PompeyPeter, Petra, Daytrader, Sunkissed, GIGI and Militia Man
No drama. No intrigue. No songs and dances. Just straight, factual news that I read and interpret to the best of my ability after being an avid Dinar investor and insanely obsessed Dinarian for over 15 years.
Follow MM on X == https://x.com/Slashn
MilitiaMan & CREW IRAQ DINAR UPDATE-"Big CBI Move-Nizar Nasser In, Al-Alaq Out | Convergences Tightening Fast"
6-18-2026
The Crew: Samson, PompeyPeter, Petra, Daytrader, Sunkissed, GIGI and Militia Man
No drama. No intrigue. No songs and dances. Just straight, factual news that I read and interpret to the best of my ability after being an avid Dinar investor and insanely obsessed Dinarian for over 15 years.
Follow MM on X == https://x.com/Slashn
Be sure to listen to full video for all the news……..
FRANK26…6-18-26…I TOLD YOU SO !!! LOL
KTFA
Thursday Night Video
FRANK26…6-18-26…I TOLD YOU SO !!! LOL
This video is in Frank’s and his team’s opinion only
Frank’s team is Walkingstick, Eddie and Omar in Iraq and guests
Playback Number: 605-313-5163 PIN: 156996#
KTFA
Thursday Night Video
FRANK26…6-18-26…I TOLD YOU SO !!! LOL
This video is in Frank’s and his team’s opinion only
Frank’s team is Walkingstick, Eddie and Omar in Iraq and guests
Playback Number: 605-313-5163 PIN: 156996#
Iraq Economic News and Points To Ponder Thursday Evening 6-18-26
The Coordination Framework Empowers Al-Zaydi To Implement The Barak Plan And Aspires To Greater Positive Cooperation In The Security And Economic Fields
latest news Thursday June 18, 2026 Baghdad - One NewsInformed sources within the coordination framework revealed that Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi presented details regarding the roadmap of US President's envoy Tom Barak for resolving the factions, and taking broader measures that include cooperation in the fields of security and the economy.
The Coordination Framework Empowers Al-Zaydi To Implement The Barak Plan And Aspires To Greater Positive Cooperation In The Security And Economic Fields
latest news Thursday June 18, 2026 Baghdad - One News Informed sources within the coordination framework revealed that Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi presented details regarding the roadmap of US President's envoy Tom Barak for resolving the factions, and taking broader measures that include cooperation in the fields of security and the economy.
According to the sources, Al-Zaydi convinced the leaders of the coordination committee of the proposals presented by Barak, which include economic and investment partnerships, which contribute to ending the difficult crises in the electricity file and others.
The sources revealed that a high-level committee will soon be formed, comprising ministers and some experts, to study the proposed partnerships and investment projects that Barak carried, in order to prepare a guarantee paper, in favor of Iraq, that secures for it gains to end its crises in the financial, environmental and energy files.
https://1news-iq.net/الإطار-التنسيقي-يخول-الزيدي-تنفيذ-خري/
Sources Told Lawan News That Ali Al-Alaq Has Been Relieved Of His Position As Governor Of The Central Bank And Nizar Nasser Has Been Appointed In His Place.
https://1news-iq.net/مصادر-لوان-نيوز-إعفاء-علي-العلاق-من-منص/
Sources To “One News”: A New Generation Of Security Leaders In July After The End Of Extensions And The Redistribution Of Positions
latest news Thursday, June 18, 2026 Baghdad - One News - High-ranking security sources told One News that the plan to restructure the military and security establishment led by Al-Zaydi aims to pave the way for young leaders to assume senior positions in the Ministries of Defense and Interior.
The sources explained that the retirement of a large number of officers with the rank of lieutenant general will be accompanied by a process of selecting replacements, according to the criteria of competence, experience and integrity, far from the principle of seniority alone.
They added that the government views the next stage as an opportunity to modernize the security leadership system and introduce more flexible administrative and field methods, in line with the requirements of modern security and the changing challenges facing the country. https://1news-iq.net/مصادر-لـوان-نيوز-جيل-جديد-من-القيادات/
Financial Distress And Patchwork Solutions... Will The Borrowing Crisis And Budget Deficit Trigger The Exposure Of Inherited Corruption Files?
Today 20:19 Information / Report.. The country's financial reality faces a major challenge that is the most important and difficult test to assess the success or failure of the Al-Zaidi government, at a time when government solutions have begun to move towards the option of “borrowing”, amid warnings that it is a patchwork solution that does not address the roots of the financial crisis left by the repercussions of the war in the region and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
With the accumulation of the financial crisis, another legislative and economic challenge emerges related to drafting the current year's budget and sending it to Parliament, which observers see as difficult to achieve given the limited time, especially since the government has not yet taken any actual steps towards preparing the budget, amid calls from specialists to rely on immediate solutions by approving a small emergency budget for the remaining months of the year.
In this context, economist Basil al-Ubaidi told Al-Maalomah that "the budget process has already passed. Iraq is now teetering on the brink of collapse at the end of June, and the bureaucratic procedures for approving the budget will inevitably hinder and delay it until next September." He added that "a budget approved for only three months of a fiscal year that is nearing its end is worthless."
Al-Ubaidi pointed out that “preparing the budget depends primarily on estimating revenues and expenditures, which is difficult to achieve at the present time, given the significant decline in the country’s revenues as a result of the repercussions of the regional crisis and the disruption of export traffic through the Strait of Hormuz,” indicating that “Iraq needs a period of no less than two months to restore some degree of financial stability.”
In turn, current MP Mukhtar al-Moussawi told Al-Maalouma that “the success of the current government depends primarily on the path of combating corruption, which has caused a large financial deficit in recent years that has become evident in recent months.”
He added that "there is pressure to re-evaluate all projects implemented in the previous government, especially given indications of significant price and cost overruns, which raises many questions," noting that opening a broad investigation into previous projects would be an important step in combating corruption and revealing the truth about the situation.
Discussions have recently intensified in Iraqi circles regarding the current government's ability to address the legacy of the previous administration and identify the sources of failure and corruption that plunged the country into economic crisis. This is particularly concerning given the absence of clear plans and visions, a deficiency that became even more apparent with recent regional developments and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
Despite this anxiety, Iraqis seeing a glimmer of hope for a return to normalcy after months of drought and financial stagnation that have ravaged the markets. (End of page 25)
Economist: The 2026 Budget Train Has Left The Station... The Government Is Patching Up The Deficit By Borrowing.
Information / Special.. Economic expert Basil Al-Obaidi confirmed today, Thursday, that insisting on preparing and approving the general budget at this time is “a form of absurdity” and has no benefit whatsoever, at a time when the country’s financial affairs are being managed by “patchwork” and borrowing from banks.
Al-Ubaidi told Al-Maalomah that "the train has already left the station. Iraq is now staggering at the end of the sixth month, and the bureaucratic processes involved in approving the budget will inevitably hinder and delay it until next September." He added that "a budget approved for only three months of a fiscal year that is nearing its end is worthless."
He added, "The preparation of the budget depends primarily on estimating revenues and expenditures, which is difficult to achieve at the present time, given the significant decline in the country's revenues as a result of the repercussions of the regional crisis and the disruption of export traffic through the Strait of Hormuz."
Al-Obeidi pointed out that "Iraq needs a period of no less than two months to restore some degree of financial stability, pending an improvement in oil revenues and the return of exports to their normal levels, in the event that the Strait of Hormuz is reopened and all the technical and logistical requirements related to pumping Iraqi crude oil to the ports and export outlets are completed."
The economist warned that "the anticipated budget will turn into an arena for political bidding, where it will be bombarded with explosive demands that a short-term budget cannot accommodate, starting with a flood of appointments, bonuses and patchwork, and ending with a conflict over projects."
Al-Ubaidi called on the Cabinet to “preemptively address the crisis and prepare a draft law for an exceptional operational budget for emergencies, to manage the remainder of the year, while postponing the comprehensive budget to 2027,” stressing that the upcoming budget must be “real and completely different from its predecessors, which existed only on paper.” (End of page 25)
The Central Bank Of Iraq: The Document Circulating Regarding A Request To Change The Dinar's Exchange Rate Is Forged.
The Central Bank of Iraq categorically denies the circulating reports regarding any intention to change the exchange rate of the Iraqi dinar.
In the same context, the Central Bank warned against engaging with misleading news, revealing that it had detected a forged document circulating online that falsely claimed the Prime Minister's office had submitted a request to the Finance Committee of the Council of Representatives to change the exchange rate to 1,600 dinars per US dollar.
The Bank urged media outlets and citizens to exercise caution and rely on official and exclusive sources of information issued by the Central Bank of Iraq. Baghdad - Media Office, June 17, 2026 https://cbi.iq/news/view/3225
Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Thursday Evening 6-18-26
Good Evening Dinar Recaps,
CLARITY Act Nears Finish Line as Senate Eyes Vote Before July 4
U.S. lawmakers and the White House are pushing to approve landmark crypto legislation that could establish long-awaited regulatory clarity for digital assets while strengthening America's leadership in blockchain innovation.
Good Evening Dinar Recaps,
CLARITY Act Nears Finish Line as Senate Eyes Vote Before July 4
U.S. lawmakers and the White House are pushing to approve landmark crypto legislation that could establish long-awaited regulatory clarity for digital assets while strengthening America's leadership in blockchain innovation.
Overview
Senator Bill Hagerty said the Senate could approve the CLARITY Act before the July 4 congressional recess, although some lawmakers believe a final vote may extend into the August recess.
The legislation would establish clear regulatory authority for digital assets, defining the responsibilities of the SEC and CFTC while creating compliance standards for crypto companies.
Industry leaders believe regulatory certainty could unlock significant institutional investment, encouraging banks, asset managers, and traditional financial firms to expand into digital assets.
Key Developments
1. Senate Push Continues
Senator Bill Hagerty expressed optimism that Congress can complete work on the CLARITY Act before the Independence Day recess. White House crypto advisor Patrick Witt has also supported the July 4 timeline, although Senator Cynthia Lummis has suggested a Senate floor vote before the August recess remains the more likely scenario.
2. Clear Rules for Digital Assets
Supporters say the legislation would clarify the regulatory roles of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), creating a comprehensive framework for digital assets while providing stronger consumer protections and additional tools for law enforcement.
3. Institutional Capital Waiting on Regulation
Industry leaders argue that many institutional investors remain interested in digital assets but are waiting for clear federal regulations before making major allocations. Supporters believe the CLARITY Act could accelerate institutional adoption while encouraging blockchain innovation to remain in the United States.
Why It Matters
The CLARITY Act represents one of the most significant crypto regulatory efforts ever considered by Congress. If enacted, it could reduce legal uncertainty, encourage investment, and establish a more predictable environment for blockchain businesses operating in the United States.
Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders
Although focused on cryptocurrency regulation, the legislation reflects a broader effort to modernize America's financial infrastructure. As digital assets, tokenization, and stablecoins become increasingly integrated into the financial system, regulatory clarity could influence future payment systems, cross-border settlements, and the evolving global monetary landscape.
Implications for the Global Reset
Pillar 1: Digital Financial Infrastructure
The CLARITY Act would establish a regulatory foundation for digital assets, supporting the continued development of blockchain-based financial markets and tokenized payment systems.
Pillar 2: Regulatory Competition
As jurisdictions worldwide race to attract digital asset innovation, comprehensive U.S. legislation could strengthen America's competitive position while influencing global standards for crypto regulation.
This is not just cryptocurrency legislation—it represents another step in the modernization of the global financial system.
Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive
Sources
CoinGape — "CLARITY Act To Reach Finish Line By July 4, US Senator Says"
FOX Business — "Sen. Bill Hagerty discusses the CLARITY Act and crypto regulation"
The Firm’s Q &A Saturday Night Call
WHEN:
📅 Saturday Night
⏰ 6:00 PM Pacific
⏰ 8:00 PM Central
⏰ 9:00 PM Eastern
WHERE: The Firm Q &A Room on Telegram, LINK
Previous Calls: Listen Here
🚨 Attention: Go to theQ&A Roomto ask your Questions🚨
Is everyone out shopping?
Taking a nap?
What are you curious about?
What topic would you like discussed?
What made you say, "Wait a minute..." this week?
Remember, the only bad question is the one you don't ask.
And if your question sends us down a rabbit hole...
Well, that's half the fun. 🐸
🐸 Leap into the Q&A Roomand let's get the conversation started.
🎤 Join the Q&A Room
🌸Seeds of Wisdom Truth🌸
Directory|Website|Rates
~~~~~~~~~~
Seeds of Wisdom Team RV Currency Facts Youtube and Rumble
Newshound's News Telegram Room Link
RV Facts with Proof Links Link
RV Updates Proof links - Facts Link
Start Here room with Most Asked Questions Link
Follow the Gold/Silver Rate COMEX
Follow Fast Facts
Seeds of Wisdom Team™Website
Thank you Dinar Recaps
Thursday Iraq News Posted by Tishwash at TNT 6-18-2026
TNT:
Tishwash: Iraq Approves Starlink License in Boost to Digital Transformation
The announcement came during a meeting in Baghdad, where the two sides discussed ways to strengthen strategic cooperation and expand partnerships between Iraq and the United States.
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi and US Special Presidential Envoy to Iraq Tom Barrack on Tuesday welcomed Iraq's decision to approve an operating license for Starlink, paving the way for the satellite internet provider to offer high-speed internet services across the country.
TNT:
Tishwash: Iraq Approves Starlink License in Boost to Digital Transformation
The announcement came during a meeting in Baghdad, where the two sides discussed ways to strengthen strategic cooperation and expand partnerships between Iraq and the United States.
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi and US Special Presidential Envoy to Iraq Tom Barrack on Tuesday welcomed Iraq's decision to approve an operating license for Starlink, paving the way for the satellite internet provider to offer high-speed internet services across the country.
The announcement came during a meeting in Baghdad, where the two sides discussed ways to strengthen strategic cooperation and expand partnerships between Iraq and the United States, according to a statement from the Prime Minister's Office (PMO).
Both officials praised the licensing decision, describing it as an important step toward advancing Iraq's digital infrastructure and accelerating the country's digital transformation. The move is expected to improve internet accessibility, particularly in remote and underserved areas where traditional broadband services remain limited.
The approval clears the way for Starlink, the satellite internet network developed by Elon Musk's SpaceX, to enter the Iraqi market and provide broadband connectivity through its constellation of low-Earth orbit satellites.
The meeting also highlighted the broader commitment of Baghdad and Washington to deepen cooperation in technology, investment, and economic development.
Starlink is a satellite internet service operated by Starlink Services, LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of the US aerospace company SpaceX. Unlike conventional internet providers that rely on fiber-optic cables or cellular towers, Starlink delivers broadband internet through thousands of satellites orbiting the Earth at low altitude, enabling high-speed connectivity with lower latency.
The service has expanded rapidly across dozens of countries, providing internet access to households, businesses, emergency responders, and communities in remote locations. Iraq's approval of Starlink's operating license is expected to strengthen the country's digital infrastructure, support e-government initiatives, and improve connectivity for citizens and businesses nationwide. link
************
Tishwash: The Minister of Finance directs the disbursement of dues to contractors in five governorates as part of the first batch.
Finance Minister Faleh Al-Sari directed on Wednesday (June 17, 2026) that the dues of contractors in a number of governorates be disbursed as a first batch.
The ministry stated in a statement received by “Baghdad Today” that “Minister of Finance Faleh Al-Sari has ordered the disbursement of the dues of contractors in the governorates of Basra, Diwaniyah, Najaf, Babylon and Maysan, as part of the first batch of financial dues, with the dues of the other governorates to be disbursed successively and regularly.”
She added that “the head of the Iraqi and Arab Contractors Union, Ali Fakher Al-Sanafi, appreciated the serious approach of Prime Minister Ali Falih Al-Zaidi and Finance Minister Falih Al-Sari in working to disburse the contractors’ outstanding dues that have been delayed for years. He also appreciated the efforts of MP Ali Shaddad for his role in following up on this file, which is related to the progress of Iraq’s economy.”
The ministry noted that “Al-Sanafi explained that adopting the disbursement mechanism in the form of successive and regular installments contributes to settling the issue of dues gradually, and enhances the stability of the work of contracting companies in various governorates.”
She noted that “Al-Sanafi confirmed that the Minister of Finance’s directive came during the meeting that brought them together today, indicating that releasing these dues represents an important step in the process of addressing the outstanding financial dues of contractors.” link
*************
Tishwash: The coordination framework is discussing with al-Zaydi the completion of his government and the results of the visit by Trump's envoy.
The Coordination Framework held its periodic meeting on Wednesday in the presence of the Prime Minister, to discuss the latest political, security and economic developments on the national scene.
According to a statement issued by the media office of the framework, a copy of which was received by Al-Furat News, the attendees listened to a presentation by the Prime Minister on the latest government procedures and files under follow-up. They also discussed the results and outcomes of the visit of US envoy Tom Barrack and the dialogues he held with the government, and emphasized the importance of protecting supreme national interests and strengthening Iraq’s foreign relations in a way that serves its stability and sovereignty.
The statement added, "The coordination framework also discussed the issue of completing the government cabinet, stressing the importance of expediting this process in order to enhance the efficiency of government performance and ensure the completion of the ministerial program requirements and meet the aspirations of citizens."
At the conclusion of the meeting, the Coordination Framework extended its deepest condolences to the Iraqi people and the Arab and Islamic nations on the occasion of the holy month of Muharram, recalling the great values of the revolution of Imam Hussein (peace be upon him) and what it represents of eternal meanings in reform, sacrifice, and defense of truth and justice. link
Tishwash: The Prime Minister's advisor sets a date for the recovery of Iraqi oil.
The financial advisor to the Iraqi Prime Minister, Mazhar Muhammad Salih, stated on Wednesday that the return of Iraqi oil production and exports through the Strait of Hormuz to pre-war levels depends on the implementation of a package of technical and logistical requirements, foremost among them being the clearing of the vital waterway from sea mines.
Saleh told Al-Maalomah that “the Iraqi oil fields that were damaged as a result of the forced shutdown that exceeded three months need a period of time of about a month to be restarted,” noting that “this step remains conditional on the return of the international companies that left the fields during the military operations.”
He added that "the second challenge is securing the arrival of oil tankers to Iraqi ports," noting that this "is entirely dependent on the timeframe required to clear the Strait of Hormuz of mines to ensure the safety of maritime navigation and its return to its former state."
Saleh added that "the oil sector requires a complete rehabilitation of the infrastructure, pipeline networks, and ports to be fully prepared before the actual start of crude oil pumping operations."
He pointed out that "70 percent of Iraqi oil exports are allocated to East Asian markets," stressing that "official contracts are still in place and valid."
Saleh concluded his remarks by stressing that "the restoration of the Iraqi oil sector to its full production and export capacity will not happen suddenly, but will be subject to a gradual and well-thought-out timetable until the stage of full recovery is reached and cash flows for the country are secured."
Iraqi oil exports have shrunk by 90% following recent regional events and the Israeli-American war on Iran. This challenge has revealed a clear governmental failure due to the lack of alternatives and the failure to provide any other outlet for exporting Iraqi oil, on which the state relies as its primary source of revenue to fund its budget and public expenditures. link
***************
Tishwash: The head of the Iraqi Trade Bank emphasizes the importance of partnership with professional media and continuing to raise public awareness.
The Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Trade Bank of Iraq (TBI), Bilal Al-Hamdani, emphasized on Wednesday the importance of partnership with professional media outlets. He noted that regular meetings are held with journalists and media professionals to provide them with accurate economic information, contributing to public awareness, reducing the spread of misinformation, and protecting public opinion from rumors.
In a statement received by Mawazin News, the bank said, "The Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Trade Bank of Iraq (TBI), Bilal Al-Hamdani, met today with a group of journalists, media professionals, and economic experts, in the presence of the bank's Vice Chairman, Sabah Al-Saadi, to discuss the role of economic media and the importance of strengthening communication between financial institutions and professional media outlets."
Al-Hamdani praised "constructive criticism and a free press," stressing that "there is no objection to constructive criticism and the importance of continuing to educate citizens."
He added that "the meeting included several interventions, with journalist Abbas Aboud calling for support for professional media platforms to contribute to raising economic awareness and educating citizens, while journalist Naseer Al-Awam emphasized the importance of opening the bank's doors to the local press and strengthening cooperation with them."
For their part, the press delegation indicated that "Iraq needs more management and planning," noting "the importance of continuously disseminating instructions and decisions, given the bank's high level of public trust." Journalists affirmed that TBI's experience is a successful banking model and that they had presented this assessment to the Prime Minister, praising the bank's high level of public confidence.
Several economic journalists explained that "economic challenges require a professional media discourse," indicating that "the impact of a professional journalist in conveying facts can be more effective than traditional media campaigns by institutions."
It is worth noting that the meeting was attended by representatives from the Iraqi Media Network and the Iraqi Journalists Syndicate, along with a number of newspaper editors, media professionals, and those interested in economic affairs, in a move aimed at strengthening the partnership between the banking sector and professional media. link
Ariel: Iraqi Dinar Update, Do you Know How Historical this is?
Ariel: Iraqi Dinar Update, Do you Know How Historical this is?
Iraqi Dinar Update:
Starlink’s operating license approval in Iraq isn’t some random telecom win. It’s a foundational rail being slammed into place for the bigger monetary sovereignty play. When Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi and U.S. Special Presidential Envoy Tom Barrack publicly welcomed it, they weren’t just talking faster internet for rural villages.
They were greenlighting the digital backbone that makes modern currency mechanics actually function in 2026.
Ariel: Iraqi Dinar Update, Do you Know How Historical this is?
Iraqi Dinar Update:
Starlink’s operating license approval in Iraq isn’t some random telecom win. It’s a foundational rail being slammed into place for the bigger monetary sovereignty play. When Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi and U.S. Special Presidential Envoy Tom Barrack publicly welcomed it, they weren’t just talking faster internet for rural villages.
They were greenlighting the digital backbone that makes modern currency mechanics actually function in 2026.
High-speed, low-latency satellite coverage across the country especially in oil fields, border zones, and remote banking outposts means real-time transaction monitoring, electronic payment rollout, and compliance systems that the old paper-and-cash corruption networks can’t hide behind anymore.
Do You Know How Historical This Is?
Iraq’s currency shift isn’t a lottery ticket. It’s a structural realignment. The Central Bank has been pushing full government cashless operations by early July, electronic payments mandates, and cleaning up the dollar auction leaks that bled reserves for years.
Starlink provides the connectivity layer that turns those policy papers into operational reality. Remote oil infrastructure, banking branches, and government ministries can now run on reliable data rails instead of spotty terrestrial networks vulnerable to sabotage or graft.
This directly supports the digital leap I flagged moving trillions through electronic systems, enforcing AML/BSA compliance under U.S. Treasury pressure, and building the infrastructure for any redenomination or rate adjustment.
Doge Designer:BREAKING: Iraq has approved Starlink’s operating license, clearing the way for its satellite internet service to enter the country. Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi and U.S. Special Presidential Envoy for Iraq Tom Barrack welcomed the approval of Starlink’s operating license.
Watch on X: https://twitter.com/i/status/2067225443900817588
Source(s):
• https://x.com/Prolotario1/status/2067366285483143475
Iraq Economic News and Points To Ponder Thursday Afternoon 6-16-26
United Nations: The Iraqi Government Is Adopting Economic Reforms Based On Digitalization And Combating Corruption.
Money and Business Economy News – Baghdad The UN Assistant Secretary-General and Regional Director of the United Nations Development Programme for Arab States, Abdullah Al-Dardari, announced on Wednesday the details of bilateral talks with Prime Minister Ali Al-Zidi, stressing that the government is adopting economic reforms based on digitalization and combating corruption.
United Nations: The Iraqi Government Is Adopting Economic Reforms Based On Digitalization And Combating Corruption.
Money and Business Economy News – Baghdad The UN Assistant Secretary-General and Regional Director of the United Nations Development Programme for Arab States, Abdullah Al-Dardari, announced on Wednesday the details of bilateral talks with Prime Minister Ali Al-Zidi, stressing that the government is adopting economic reforms based on digitalization and combating corruption.
Al-Dardari told the Iraqi News Agency, as reported by "Al-Eqtisad News": "Prime Minister Ali Al-Zidi presented, during our meeting with him, a vision for addressing the Iraqi economy, where he spoke about economic institutions operating according to a real economic model, and combating corruption to revive the Iraqi economy."
He continued: "The Prime Minister also spoke about automating and digitizing the Iraqi economy and Iraqi public institutions, and developing the financial system to attract and mobilize financial resources, especially Arab and foreign private investment, to work in Iraq."
He pointed out that "local development was discussed, including in Sinjar district, to achieve economic and social stability for its residents, in addition to achieving economic stability in the liberated areas that have been reconstructed, as these areas are facing an economic crisis due to the absence of effective economic activity and the failure to establish companies and economic entities."
He added: “The meeting with the Prime Minister also resulted in a discussion of the Southern Fund to improve the situation in the southern regions, which have recorded the highest unemployment rates.”
He added, “The Prime Minister focused on the transformation and transition towards a competitive economy, while ensuring social protection for groups that may be affected by this transformation, and we are ready to work on this issue.” He pointed out that “the meeting also discussed supporting the Development Fund, which needs a law and expertise to support it in becoming a mechanism for mobilizing private financial resources towards well-studied and calculated investment projects.”
He explained that "the United Nations Development Programme specializes in implementing loans effectively, quickly, transparently, free from corruption, and with reliable global procedures."
https://www.economy-news.net/content.php?id=70360
The Minister Of Finance Orders The Disbursement Of Dues To Contractors In 5 Governorates
Money and Business Economy News – Baghdad Finance Minister Faleh al-Sari ordered on Wednesday the disbursement of dues to contractors in the governorates of Basra, Diwaniyah, Najaf, Babylon and Maysan, as part of the first batch of financial dues.
The head of the Iraqi and Arab Contractors Union, Ali Fakher Al-Sanafi, said in a statement seen by “Al-Eqtisad News” that “adopting a mechanism for disbursement in the form of successive and regular installments contributes to settling the issue of dues gradually, and enhances the stability of the work of contracting companies in various governorates.”
He added that "the Minister of Finance's directive came during the meeting that brought them together today," indicating that "releasing these dues represents an important step in the process of addressing the outstanding financial dues of contractors."
It is worth noting that the head of the Iraqi and Arab Contractors Union confirmed at the beginning of this month that Prime Minister Ali Falih al-Zaidi promised to disburse one trillion dinars of the contractors’ outstanding dues as a first payment.
Finance Minister: Unifying Customs Systems With The Region Is A Strategic Step To Maximize Revenues
Money and Business Economy News – Baghdad Finance Minister Faleh Sari confirmed on Thursday that unifying customs systems with the region is a strategic step to maximize revenues.
A statement from the Ministry of Finance, received by “Al-Eqtisad News”, stated that “Minister of Finance Faleh Sari affirmed that unifying customs systems and procedures between the federal government and the Kurdistan Region represents a strategic step in the path of economic reform, due to the positive effects it achieves in maximizing non-oil revenues, tightening control over the movement of goods, reducing cases of evasion, as well as enhancing transparency and unifying data and procedures in accordance with international standards.”
The statement added that "the minister's assurances came in conjunction with a joint meeting held by the General Authority of Customs with the Kurdistan Region Customs Authority in the capital, Baghdad, today, in the presence of relevant sectoral bodies, to discuss mechanisms for implementing the ASYCUDA World system in the customs centers affiliated with the region."
The statement continued, “The meeting witnessed a discussion of the technical and administrative aspects of the system currently adopted in the ports affiliated with the federal government, and a review of the results achieved in the field of digital transformation, simplifying procedures and enhancing electronic monitoring, in addition to discussing ways to unify procedures and data between the two sides.”
The statement continued, “A joint protocol was signed that included a set of recommendations and executive procedures related to the application of the system in the customs centers affiliated with the Kurdistan Region, to be submitted to the Ministerial Council for Economy to complete the necessary procedural steps.”
He pointed out that "this meeting comes within the framework of the ongoing efforts made by the General Authority of Customs within the framework of the comprehensive digital transformation project, and in line with the vision of the Federal Ministry of Finance aimed at modernizing customs work, enhancing electronic control, and supporting the national economy."
https://www.economy-news.net/content.php?id=70405
The Minister Of Industry Emphasizes The Importance Of Strengthening Cooperation With International Companies And Benefiting From Their Expertise
Money and Business Economy News – Baghdad Minister of Industry and Minerals, Mohammed Nouri, stressed on Thursday the importance of strengthening cooperation with international companies and benefiting from their expertise.
The media office of the Minister of Industry and Minerals stated in a statement received by "Economy News" that "Nouri received the Italian Ambassador to Iraq, Nicolo Fontana, to discuss bilateral relations and ways to enhance joint cooperation in the industrial and investment fields."
According to the statement, the minister stressed "the importance of strengthening cooperation with international companies and benefiting from their expertise in developing the industrial sector," noting "the work on preparing an integrated investment map that includes many promising opportunities in various industrial fields."
For his part, the Italian ambassador affirmed his country's interest in strengthening industrial and investment cooperation with Iraq in the coming period, expressing the desire of Italian companies to enter the Iraqi market and participate in important industrial projects. https://www.economy-news.net/content.php?id=70399
Iraq Development Fund: 34 Key Points That Must Be Met Before Implementing The Baghdad Metro
Money and Business Economy News — Baghdad The Iraq Development Fund has set 34 points for study before launching the Baghdad Metro project, indicating that these points are necessary and essential before moving to the implementation phase.
The Fund’s Executive Director, Mohammed Al-Najjar, told the official newspaper: “The project was launched early, before the required studies were completed, and its so-called roadmap must be redrafted,” noting that “the Fund found 34 points that should have been studied before launching or announcing it.”
He added that "these points included population studies, transport lines and other axes that were not ready," noting that the project was viewed "engineeringly" and not "strategically".
Al-Najjar expressed his hope that "the current government will adopt the Fund's report and the points that must be properly met, and relaunch the project in a manner befitting such projects in the world."
The Fund’s Executive Director stressed that “the project cannot be started until 1 to 18 months after these points are completed, as it is a project that can change the movement of the population and the nature of business and open up different horizons in Iraq.”
For her part, Mona Al-Muhammadawi, a member of the Transportation, Communications and E-Governance Committee in the House of Representatives, considered the “Baghdad Metro” project a strategic solution to the traffic congestion crisis.
Al-Muhammadi added to Al-Sabah that “the success of the project requires a clear vision, stable funding and serious implementation procedures,” noting that “the citizen today is not waiting for the announcement of new projects as much as he is waiting to see the announced projects enter into actual implementation.”
The committee affirmed its support for moving forward with this vital project, stressing the need to adhere to timelines and maintain full transparency in all stages of contracting and implementation, to ensure the desired benefit is achieved for citizens.
Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economics Updates Thursday Afternoon 6-18-26
Good Afternoon Dinar Recaps,
Japan’s New Security Strategy Draws Strong Opposition From China
Tokyo's proposed military expansion marks a historic shift from its post-war defense policy, raising tensions over Taiwan, regional security, and the balance of power in the Indo-Pacific.
Good Afternoon Dinar Recaps,
Japan’s New Security Strategy Draws Strong Opposition From China
Tokyo's proposed military expansion marks a historic shift from its post-war defense policy, raising tensions over Taiwan, regional security, and the balance of power in the Indo-Pacific.
Overview
Japan is moving toward its most significant defense policy overhaul since World War II, proposing expanded military capabilities and increased defense spending.
China has strongly condemned the proposed security reforms, arguing they threaten regional stability and interfere with Beijing's interests regarding Taiwan.
The dispute reflects the growing strategic competition between China, Japan, and the United States, with major implications for security, trade, and geopolitical alliances across Asia.
Key Developments
1. Japan Plans Historic Defense Expansion
Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party approved a draft proposal to revise the country's National Security Strategy, National Defense Strategy, and Defense Force Enhancement Plan.
The proposed changes would allow Japan to expand long-range strike capabilities, increase missile development, ease restrictions on defense exports, and raise military spending to approximately 2% of GDP, representing a major departure from decades of post-war military restraint.
2. China Rejects the Security Shift
China's Foreign Ministry condemned the proposal, describing Japan's military expansion as a return to militarization that threatens peace and regional stability.
Beijing warned that increased Japanese military activity near Taiwan, including missile deployments on islands close to the Taiwan Strait, crosses what China considers its core national security interests.
3. Taiwan Remains the Central Flashpoint
Japan has increasingly emphasized that stability in the Taiwan Strait is directly linked to its own national security.
China, however, continues to insist that Taiwan remains an internal matter and has warned that any foreign military involvement could carry serious consequences.
Why It Matters
Japan's evolving defense policy reflects the rapidly changing security environment in the Indo-Pacific. Rising tensions surrounding Taiwan, expanding military modernization, and growing strategic competition between major powers are reshaping regional alliances and defense planning.
The developments also demonstrate how national security concerns are increasingly influencing economic policy, technology investment, supply chain resilience, and international diplomacy throughout Asia.
Why It Matters to Foreign Currency Holders
For those following the Global Financial Reset, geopolitical developments in the Indo-Pacific are becoming increasingly important because they influence global trade routes, financial markets, investment flows, and reserve currency stability.
Escalating regional tensions could increase demand for safe-haven assets, accelerate defense spending, disrupt semiconductor supply chains, and encourage nations to strengthen regional economic partnerships. These trends may contribute to longer-term shifts in capital allocation and the evolving structure of the global financial system.
Implications for the Global Reset
Pillar 1 : Trade
The Taiwan Strait remains one of the world's most important commercial shipping corridors. Any increase in regional tensions could affect global trade, semiconductor production, and international supply chains.
Pillar 2 : Technology
Competition over advanced technology, semiconductor manufacturing, and defense innovation continues to drive strategic investment and reshape economic alliances throughout the Indo-Pacific region.
Looking Ahead
Japan is expected to continue strengthening its defense capabilities while expanding security cooperation with allies including the United States, Australia, the Philippines, and NATO partners.
China is likely to respond with additional military modernization, diplomatic protests, and increased activity around Taiwan as both sides seek to reinforce their strategic positions. The evolving security environment will remain one of the most significant geopolitical factors influencing global markets and international stability in the years ahead.
This is not simply a regional defense issue—it reflects the broader competition shaping the future balance of economic and geopolitical power.
Seeds of Wisdom Team
Newshounds News™ Exclusive
Sources
Reuters — "Japan expands defense strategy amid rising regional security concerns"
Modern Diplomacy — "Japan's New Security Strategy: China's Response, Taiwan, and U.S. Influence"
~~~~~~~~~~
Seeds of Wisdom Team RV Currency Facts Youtube and Rumble
Newshound's News Telegram Room Link
RV Facts with Proof Links Link
RV Updates Proof links - Facts Link
Start Here room with Most Asked Questions Link
Follow the Gold/Silver Rate COMEX
Follow Fast Facts
Seeds of Wisdom Team™Website
Thank you Dinar Recaps
Rob Cunningham: Let’s Dream a Little Dream
Rob Cunningham: Let’s Dream a Little Dream
6-18-2026
Let’s “dream a little dream” and model a hypothetical bullish XRP scenario over the next 30 days.
Suppose these synergistic events all occurred on/before July 15, ‘26
BIS classifies XRP as a T1 asset.
IMF classifies XRP as an e-SDR.
U.S. passes Clarity Act.
Iraq revalues Dinar and rejoins global financial system.
Rob Cunningham: Let’s Dream a Little Dream
6-18-2026
Let’s “dream a little dream” and model a hypothetical bullish XRP scenario over the next 30 days.
Suppose these synergistic events all occurred on/before July 15, ‘26
BIS classifies XRP as a T1 asset.
IMF classifies XRP as an e-SDR.
U.S. passes Clarity Act.
Iraq revalues Dinar and rejoins global financial system.
Abraham Accords go live.
DTCC rollout begins.
BlackRock announces XRP ETF
Fed lowers interest rates 50 BPS
SAVE AMERICA ACT is passed
If all 9 events happen by July 15, 2026, the result is not “crypto news.” It is a coordinated monetary architecture shock.
The “Jaw Drop” Mechanism
Legal clarity unlocks capital.
ETF access unlocks demand.
BIS/IMF recognition unlocks reserves.
DTCC unlocks plumbing.
Fed easing unlocks risk appetite.
Abraham Accords/Iraq unlock geopolitical trade confidence.
Together, they create a closed-loop institutional adoption flywheel:
Regulation → Recognition → ETF Wrapper → Tokenized Settlement → Collateral Use → Liquidity Expansion → Price Repricing → More Institutional Adoption.
XRP price discovery becomes reflexive. The market would no longer be pricing XRP as “maybe useful someday,” but as a newly validated bridge/collateral/liquidity instrument.
The biggest modeled outcome is not merely a higher XRP price.
It is this:
The world’s money, collateral, securities, and trade settlement systems begin converging into one faster, programmable, asset-backed, legally clarified liquidity layer.
Source(s):
• https://x.com/KuwlShow/status/2067462053418152030
https://dinarchronicles.com/2026/06/18/rob-cunningham-lets-dream-a-little-dream/
Coffee with MarkZ, joined by Dr. Scott Young. 06/18/2026
Coffee with MarkZ, joined by Dr. Scott Young. 06/18/2026
MarkZ Disclaimer: Please consider everything on this call as my opinion. Be sure to consult a professional for any financial decisions
MZ: Dr. Scott Young returns after we look at the news out of Iraq, what to expect with the new peace deal and more. Exchange rate discussions in Iraq. StacieZ talks health after the news.
THE CONTENT IN THIS PODCAST IS FOR GENERAL & EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY&NOT INTENDED TO PROVIDE ANY PROFESSIONAL, FINANCIAL OR LEGAL ADVICE. PLEASE CONSIDER EVERYTHING DISCUSSED IN MARKZ’S OPINION ONLY
Coffee with MarkZ, joined by Dr. Scott Young. 06/18/2026
MarkZ Disclaimer: Please consider everything on this call as my opinion. Be sure to consult a professional for any financial decisions
MZ: Dr. Scott Young returns after we look at the news out of Iraq, what to expect with the new peace deal and more. Exchange rate discussions in Iraq. StacieZ talks health after the news.
THE CONTENT IN THIS PODCAST IS FOR GENERAL & EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY&NOT INTENDED TO PROVIDE ANY PROFESSIONAL, FINANCIAL OR LEGAL ADVICE. PLEASE CONSIDER EVERYTHING DISCUSSED IN MARKZ’S OPINION ONLY
https://rumble.com/user/theoriginalmarkz
Kick: https://kick.com/theoriginalmarkz
Markz's linktree https://linktr.ee/theMarkZshow
FOLLOW MARKZ : TWITTER . https://twitter.com/originalmarkz?s=21. TRUTH SOCIAL . https://truthsocial.com/@theoriginalm...
Mod: MarkZ "Back To Basics" Pre-Recorded Call" for Newbies 10-19-2022 )https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=37oILmAlptM
MARKZ DAILY LINKS: https://theoriginalmarkz.com/home/
THANK YOU FOR JOINING. HAVE A BLESSED DAY. SEE YOU IN THE MORNING FOR COFFEE @ 10:00 AM EST ~ UNLESS BREAKING NEWS HAPPENS! FOR UPDATES ON MARK’S PODCAST GO TO: https://t.me/+b3hYhYlhKM1hYzcx