Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 7-30-2026
7-30-2026 Intel Guru Frank26 [San Antonio, Texas Bank Story] I spotted a De LaRue machine on the counter. I was like, is that a new machine? She said no…I’ve had it for about a year but it just got a major update…The bank manager said, you know we’ve been itching to use this new software update. Why don’t you coming in tomorrow and test it out…The next day I came in with all my IQD and Vietnam dong…We ran through the IQD first. It liked everything except for two bills. She said the machine didn’t say they were counterfeit, so I’m not going to confiscate these two bills, but it’s probably because they’re worn or maybe a corner is bent or something…I said ok…let me see if it will take my smaller…250s, 500s, 1000s, 5000s and 10,000 bills. She ran them through with no problem except for one bill. It was a 1,000 note and it was a little worn… Read more…
Al-Halawi: Combating corruption requires continuous efforts, not just a single campaign.
7-30-2026
Information/Baghdad…
MP Habib al-Halawi commented today, Thursday, on Prime Minister al-Zaidi’s anti-corruption campaign, questioning the fate of the stolen and looted funds from 2003 until his rise to power. He pointed out that the success of anti-corruption efforts requires dealing with all those involved without exception, regardless of their political affiliations or positions, stressing the necessity of applying the law to everyone.
Al-Halawi told the Information Agency, “The fight against corruption must extend to all those involved, whatever their names or political affiliations, Read more…
Expectations are that oil flow between Iraq and Turkey will continue, with discussions underway to extend the agreement.
2026-07-30
Shafaq News – Istanbul
Two Turkish sources suggested on Thursday that crude oil would continue to flow from Iraq to the Turkish port of Ceyhan, as Baghdad and Ankara continue their negotiations to extend the agreement to operate the pipeline for an additional 12 months, according to Reuters.
One of the sources said that the Iraq-Türkiye pipeline, which is the only functioning outlet for Iraqi oil exports, will continue its operations while talks between the two sides continue Read more…
Liquidity shortages threaten Iraqi private banks and push towards mergers to settle obligations.
2026-07-30
Shafaq News – Baghdad
A banking source revealed on Thursday that there is a shortage of liquidity in a number of private banks in Iraq, attributing this to the limited deposits and the decline in citizens’ confidence in private banks, which has weakened their ability to meet some local and international obligations and the requirements of the Central Bank of Iraq.
The source told Shafaq News Agency that this situation may push towards the merger of a number of banks, noting Read more…
The “Sadiqun” bloc requests an emergency parliamentary session and the summoning of al-Zaydi, ministers, and security leaders.
2026-07-30
Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Thursday, the “Sadiqun” parliamentary bloc submitted a request to the Speaker of Parliament to hold an emergency session within 48 hours to discuss the targeting of the headquarters of the Popular Mobilization Forces and what it described as a “violation of national sovereignty,” which included a number of demands and governmental and parliamentary measures.
A document signed by the head of the parliamentary bloc, Uday Awad Kazem Mahmoud Al-Hussein, and received by Shafaq News Agency, stated that the request was based on the provisions of the Constitution and the internal Read more…
Three giant oil tankers docked at Basra port for loading with a capacity of 5 million barrels.
2026-07-30
Shafaq News – Basra
A source at the Iraqi Ports Company reported on Thursday that three crude oil tankers with a capacity of 5 million barrels have docked at the port of Basra in preparation for loading and sailing to global oil markets.
The source told Shafaq News Agency that the three tankers (which are chartered by Indian and Chinese nationals) docked at the single-point mooring berths in the Basra oil port, including two tankers with a capacity of two million barrels each, and a third tanker with a capacity of one million barrels. Read more…
Iraqi private banks are facing increasing pressure to meet the requirements of the US Federal Reserve and have sanctions lifted.
2026-07-30
Shafaq News – Baghdad
Banking sources revealed on Thursday new and urgent directives to private banks in Iraq, aimed at completing the requirements that were raised during Prime Minister Ali al-Zubaidi’s visit to Washington, in preparation for completing the procedures to lift the sanctions and restrictions imposed on a number of banks.
The sources told Shafaq News Agency that the requirements that were emphasized include strengthening anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing measures, compliance and governance, tightening control over dollar Read more…
“There’s no money”… Iraqi minister: The government is only thinking about securing salaries
2026-07-30
Shafaq News – Baghdad
Iraqi Health Minister Abdul Hussein Al-Moussawi acknowledged on Thursday that the government is facing a liquidity crisis that has made securing salaries its priority, while confirming that the General Company for Marketing Drugs and Medical Supplies (Kimadia) has received only 15% of its budget, which has led to its bankruptcy, the disruption of new contracts, and a threat to drug supplies.
During his speech in a video recording, which was reviewed by Shafaq News Agency, Al-Moussawi stood up from his seat and addressed the audience, saying: “There is no money… the government’s only concern is to provide salaries Read more…
Masrour Barzani and Halbousi affirm from Erbil their support for Zaidi in facing challenges and overcoming the current phase.
2026-07-30
Shafaq News – Erbil
On Thursday, Kurdistan Regional Government Prime Minister Masrour Barzani and the head of the “Progress” party, Mohammed al-Halbousi, affirmed their support for the federal government headed by Prime Minister Ali al-Zubaidi to confront current challenges and overcome the region’s crises.
Masrour Barzani said during a joint press conference with Halbousi, “We discussed with Halbousi the bilateral relations that unite us with the ‘Progress’ party, and how to develop joint cooperation in light of the sensitive conditions Read more…
The Minister of Transport clarifies the “circumstances surrounding the signing of the Development Road Memorandum” and vows to prosecute those spreading “falsehoods”.
7-30-2026
Minister of Transport, Wahab Al-Hassani, confirmed on Wednesday (July 29, 2026) that the framework memorandum of understanding for the strategic development road project was signed after addressing technical and protocol issues that accompanied the signing procedures with the Turkish side, denying what was raised regarding the agreement being stalled.
Al-Hassani said in a statement that what happened was related to finding the “best formula” for signing the memorandum of understanding, which sparked “a surprising wave of interpretations and fabrications,” Read more…
Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 7-29-2026
7-29-2026 Newshound Guru Jeff About 10 years ago I was part of a private dinar group and a member from our group submitted a form under The Freedom of Information Act to the United States government…to the US Treasury…We asked them how much Iraqi dinar does the US Federal Reserve treasury hold within its reserves. They responded back to our request and they said in excess of 20 trillion Iraq dinar…Presently the United States has half of Iraq’s money supply. Read more…
After the bombing, Al-Zaydi arrives at the headquarters of the Popular Mobilization Forces.
2026-07-29
Shafaq News – Baghdad
Prime Minister and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Ali Faleh al-Zaidi, arrived this evening, Wednesday, at the headquarters of the Popular Mobilization Forces, and met with the head of the organization and a number of its leaders and security officials.
The Prime Minister’s Media Office said in a statement received by Shafaq News Agency that “Al-Zaydi listened to a detailed explanation regarding the attacks that Iraq was subjected to at dawn Read more…
CENTCOM: Iran does not control the Strait of Hormuz, and F-16 fighter jets are patrolling the Middle East.
2026-07-29
Shafaq News – Washington
The US Central Command (CENTCOM) confirmed on Wednesday that the Iranian Revolutionary Guard has no authority to impose routes for free and open navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.
She added in a post on the “X” platform, which was monitored by Shafaq News Agency, that commercial ships continue to use the strait with American military support.
She added that since early May, US forces have helped nearly 1,000 ships and 500 million barrels of crude oil pass Read more…
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Following the Iranian attacks, the US military is considering confiscating the phones of its soldiers in the Middle East.
7-29-2026
The US military is considering confiscating cell phones from some of its soldiers deployed in the Middle East, amid concerns that Iran could exploit videos and photos posted on social media to pinpoint the locations of military bases and assess the results of attacks.
US media quoted the commander of the US Central Command, Admiral Brad Cooper, as warning troops that online content provides free intelligence that could help Iran carry out more precise attacks, calling for stricter operational security measures. Read more…
US Treasury: New sanctions against entities and oil tankers linked to Iran
2026-07-29
Shafaq News – Washington
The U.S. Treasury Department on Wednesday imposed new sanctions on 10 companies and eight oil tankers linked to Iran, in an effort to prevent Tehran from using the Strait of Hormuz to bolster its economy.
The US Treasury Department stated that its Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) issued sanctions against:
Billion Nexus International Limited (also known as Billion Nexus International Limited), in Hong Kong, China. Read more…
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Al-Shammari explains three obstacles that prevented the completion of Al-Zidi’s cabinet.
7-29-2026
Information/Baghdad…
Former MP Mohammed Hassan al-Shammari revealed three obstacles that prevented the completion of Ali al-Zaidi’s cabinet by the scheduled date during the parliamentary session to grant confidence to the new government.
Al-Shammari told Al-Maalouma, “Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi raised several points regarding the formation of the cabinet before the confidence vote session, as he sought to finalize the Interior and Defense portfolios himself.”
He added, “The political agreement and prevailing custom in Iraq tend towards distributing positions based on Read more…
Kurdish warnings of an American plan to create a new political landscape in Iraq
7-29-2026
Information/Baghdad…
Luqman Hassan, a member of the Kurdish Azadi Movement, warned of an American plan to create a new political landscape in Iraq that could lead to unforeseen events.
Hassan told Al-Maalouma, “Iraq and its internal political scene will witness a turning point in the coming period after the end of the ongoing war in the region between America and Israel on one side and Iran on the other.”
He added, “The post-war period may witness unexpected events, especially given the continued foreign interference and the statements made by the US envoy to Iraq and Syria, Tom Barrack, that federalism is unsuitable for both Read more…
Al-Moussawi: Parliament has the authority to review and cancel Al-Zaidi’s agreements with Washington
7-29-2026
Information/Baghdad…
Political analyst Haider al-Moussawi believes there is a possibility of reviewing the agreements signed by al-Zidi with the American side, stressing that Parliament has the authority to review these agreements and reject any that do not serve Iraq’s interests.
Al-Moussawi told Al-Maalouma, “There is an urgent need for the House of Representatives to move towards reviewing the agreements signed by al-Zidi during his visit to the United States, including the agreement with Syria on exporting oil via the Banias pipeline.” Read more…
Tehran: The Strait of Hormuz belongs to Iran, and the pre-war era is over.
7-29-2026
Information/Follow-up…
Iranian Deputy Speaker of Parliament Ali Nikzad affirmed on Wednesday that the Strait of Hormuz is Iran’s right, stressing that his country will not back down from its position on the matter.
Nikzad stated, in remarks carried by Iranian media, that “the Strait of Hormuz belongs to Iran, and we will not relinquish our right to it.” Read more…
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Trump: The attack on the militias in Iraq was coordinated with Baghdad.
2026-07-29
Shafaq News – Washington
US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that the attack on the “militias” in Iraq was carried out in coordination with the Iraqi government, hours after the headquarters of the Popular Mobilization Forces were targeted by “US-Saudi” aircraft, resulting in deaths and injuries.
Trump asserted in remarks reported by a Fox News correspondent and followed by Shafaq News Agency that “the militias supported by Iran are the cancer of the world.” Read more…
