MNT GOAT: Trump Ultimatum and the Maliki Drama in Iraq
The Iraqi political scene continues to heat up, and the latest developments could have major implications for the Iraqi Dinar RV. Following Donald Trump’s ultimatum to Baghdad on January 27, tensions within the Shiite Coordination Framework have intensified, threatening the stability of Iraq’s current political order.
Let’s dive into the facts and what this could mean for the region and investors.
Trump Forces a Reset in Iraqi Politics
On January 27, former US President Donald Trump issued a strong warning to Iraq:
“Because of his insane policies and ideologies, if elected, the United States of America will no longer help Iraq.”
This was in response to Iraqi lawmakers considering reinstalling Nouri al-Maliki as prime minister, despite his unpopularity and divisive politics. Behind-the-scenes maneuvering initially allowed Maliki to outmaneuver Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, securing the nomination.
Maliki Defies US Pressure
Since Trump’s ultimatum, Nouri al-Maliki has made statements defying the US, while past controversies from his 2006–2014 premiership continue to resurface. Meanwhile, Iran’s unstable position adds another layer of complexity.
Although the Coordination Framework remains the largest political block, cracks are forming within its ranks, opening the door for a new coalition to potentially replace it as the dominant block in Iraq.
The Rise of Internal Opposition
Recent reports indicate that 7 out of 12 parties within the Coordination Framework are pushing for the withdrawal of Maliki’s nomination. According to Asa’ib Ahl al-Haq sources:
“A member of the political bureau confirmed that 6 parties opposed Maliki, with a seventh expected to join tonight, signaling a potential shift in the largest political block in Iraq.”
This move could redefine Iraq’s political landscape and affect how decisions are made on key economic and foreign policy issues.
The US Warning: Ignoring It Comes at a Cost
Strategic expert Hussein Al-Asaad emphasized the gravity of ignoring US threats:
“Ignoring American warnings may open the door to complex crises, with consequences primarily borne by Iraqi citizens. Government formation must be based on broad consensus to reassure the international community while preserving Iraq’s independence.”
Sanctions or other actions against key ministries like Defense and Foreign Affairs could have serious repercussions, creating urgency for a new approach within the Coordination Framework.
What to Watch Next
Will Maliki remain the nominee despite growing opposition?
Will the Coordination Framework fracture, forming a new largest block?
How will US warnings influence Iraqi decision-making?
Potential implications for the Iraqi Dinar RV once political stability resumes.
These questions are at the center of Iraq’s current political drama and are key for investors and citizens tracking the situation closely.
Q&A Section
Q: What triggered Trump’s ultimatum to Baghdad?
A: Lawmakers were considering reinstalling Nouri al-Maliki as prime minister, which Trump warned could jeopardize US support for Iraq.
Q: How many parties are now opposing Maliki within the Coordination Framework?
A: Currently, 6 parties are confirmed, with a seventh expected to join, potentially changing the largest political block in Iraq.
Q: Could Maliki’s nomination still succeed?
A: While he has support from some factions, rising internal opposition and international pressure make his path increasingly uncertain.
Q: How does this affect the Iraqi Dinar RV?
A: Political stability is a prerequisite for RV movement. Shifts in leadership and coalition dynamics directly influence timelines for revaluation and FOREX participation.
Featured Snippets / Highlights
Trump’s ultimatum warned Iraq against reinstalling Maliki as PM.
Seven parties within the Coordination Framework oppose Maliki’s nomination.
Ignoring US warnings could trigger political, economic, and financial crises.
Internal coalition changes may redefine Iraq’s political hierarchy.
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Let’s get to the news for today.
In the article titled “DONALD TRUMP IS FORCING A RESET IN IRAQI POLITICS” On Jan. 27, Donald Trump issued an ultimatum to Baghdad. Noting that Iraqi lawmakers were considering “reinstalling” Nouri al-Maliki as prime minister, Trump delivered an uncompromising verdict: “Because of his insane policies and ideologies, if elected, the United States of America will no longer help Iraq.” The article is an amazing FACT-filled article worthy of a read all the way through to the end.
Thanks to intense behind-the-scenes deal-making, Maliki outmaneuvered current Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani (whose party had gained the largest share of the vote) and managed to secure the nomination.
This triumph seemed even more improbable given Maliki’s deep unpopularity and his divisive politics
However, since Jan27th lots has developed. Nori al-Maliki has come out with statements defying the US and president Trump. Also news of the past policies of Maliki have surfaced from his time as prime minister (2006-2014). We also must not forget the state that Iran is now in as the regime will soon fall. Today is now 3 weeks since Trumps ultimatum to Baghdad. Actually his envoy Mark Savaya had also delivered the warning weeks prior even. The Coordination Framework, currently the largest block is still standing firm with Maliki as their nominee for prime minister. In recent past articles we read of three ways to block Maliki but there is a fourth way that has evolved and may be the end to Maliki and possibly even the Coordination Framework as the largest block.
If we read article titled “ASA’IB AHL AL-HAQ: 7 PARTIES WITHIN THE FRAMEWORK ARE DEMANDING THE WITHDRAWAL OF AL-MALIKI’S NOMINATION”we read so far seven (7) out of twelve (12) may pull out of the Coordination Framework. Work is now underway in putting together their own coalition around the Coordination Framework making them the new largest block. I do not know what they will call themselves and if this will really happen. But my contact in the CBI tells me this is now on the table if the Coordination Framework does not back down with Maliki. I quote from the article “A member of the political bureau of the Asaib movement stated that there are 6 parties within the coordination framework who oppose the nomination of Nouri al-Maliki for the premiership, expecting that a seventh Shiite party will join the front of those demanding the withdrawal of the nomination tonight (Wednesday). Al-Shihani said in a televised interview followed by Al-Sa’a Network: “I contacted 3 of the leaders of the framework who voted in favor of Al-Maliki at the framework meeting, and I found that they were very concerned about the recent threats, and they said frankly that they have a new opinion regarding Al-Maliki’s nomination .”
To back up this notion of a new largest block, we can go article titled “EXPERT: IGNORING US THREATS COULD PLUNGE IRAQ INTO COMPLEX CRISES”. I will quote from the article – “Strategic affairs expert Hussein Al-Asaad confirmed on Saturday (February 14, 2026) that the United States’ threats to impose sanctions on Iraq if any new government is formed that does not have its approval must be taken very seriously and carefully considered, given their potential repercussions on the political, economic and financial stability of the country.”
He added that “the formation of the government must be based on a broad national consensus and a clear government program that reassures the international community about Iraq’s commitments, while at the same time preserving its independent decision-making. Ignoring or downplaying American warnings may open the door to complex crises, the price of which will be paid primarily by the citizens.”
Then we can also tie into the news in article titled “WITHDRAWING AL-MALIKI’S NOMINATION”… TONIGHT, REQUEST NUMBER 7 WILL APPEAR ON THE ASA’IB ACCOUNT”
Amid the Shiite framework’s inability to hold a meeting despite successive attempts since Sunday, a member of the Asa’ib Ahl al-Haq movement’s political bureau said that the American threat, which began to indicate the punishment of Iraqi ministries such as Defense and Foreign Affairs, caused positions to change rapidly, to the point that the parties opposing Nouri al-Maliki’s nomination for the premiership became 6 members of the coordinating framework, after it was only 3. Moreover, Hussein al-Shehani, who was speaking in a dialogue with journalist Ali Imad, which was followed by 964 Network, expects a seventh Shiite party to join the front demanding the withdrawal of the (peanut-head) nomination tonight.
They say, “God help the framework” if it changes its choices. There will be voices of support from the Brotherhood within the State of Law coalition, especially those close to Maliki. Today we have moved beyond the issue of being influenced by the tweet. Again, they are basing their decision for Maliki on ideology and not common sense or past performance. This radical Islamic ideology is ruining the middle east.
