Thursday, February 19, 2026
US Warns Of Diplomatic Rupture Over Al-Maliki PM Candidacy
US Warns Of Diplomatic Rupture Over Al-Maliki PM Candidacy
Shafaq News- Washington The United States on Wednesday reaffirmed its opposition to former Prime Minister Nouri Al-Maliki’s bid to return as Iraq’s premier, warning that advancing his candidacy could trigger serious diplomatic repercussions.
Asked by Shafaq News correspondent about reports of a US “deadline” for withdrawing Al-Maliki and whether American policy had shifted, a State Department spokesperson stressed that President Donald Trump’s position remains firm: selecting Al-Maliki would force the US to reassess its relationship with Iraq.
He outlined three key priorities guiding the stance: “ending the dominance of Iran-backed militias in Iraqi politics,” reducing Tehran’s hold over state institutions, and building economic partnerships with allies aligned with Washington’s objectives.
The Shiite Coordination Framework (CF), representing more than 185 of Iraq’s 329 parliamentary seats, nominated Al-Maliki as its candidate for prime minister; he previously led two governments from 2006 to 2014.
Earlier, a source informed Shafaq News that Al-Maliki rejects reports of a potential withdrawal from the race for Iraq’s premiership, noting that no CF meeting was scheduled to reassess his nomination.
Trump has publicly opposed Al-Maliki’s potential return to office, asserting that Iraq would have “zero chance of success, prosperity, or freedom” under his administration and warning that Washington “will no longer help Iraq” if he is chosen.
For Shafaq News, Mostafa Hashem, Washington D.C.
Read more: Nouri Al-Maliki’s return rekindles Iraq’s divisions as Iran and the US pull apart
https://www.shafaq.com/en/Iraq/US-warns-of-diplomatic-rupture-over-Al-Maliki-PM-candidacy
MNT GOAT: 🇮🇶 Three Blows to Maliki? Political Shift Could Impact Iraq’s Monetary Future
📰 “Three Blows to Maliki in One Night”
According to recent reports, Nouri al-Maliki is facing increasing political resistance.
The article headline suggests:
“Three blows to Maliki in one night… his closest ally signals a retreat.”
Key developments reportedly include:
The political framework that previously supported Maliki discussing alternatives
Resistance factions gradually distancing themselves
Growing internal fragmentation within his bloc
If accurate, this signals a meaningful shift in Iraq’s political alignment.
🏛 Shrinking Political Base
The Coordination Framework — a powerful Shiite alliance — is reportedly reassessing its support.
When a major political bloc begins exploring alternatives, it often indicates:
Internal pressure
Fear of international consequences
Strategic repositioning
In Iraq’s fragile coalition system, momentum can change quickly.
💰 Political Stability & Currency Reinstatement
Mnt Goat argues that had the election process gone smoothly, the reinstatement of the Iraqi dinar might already have occurred.
However, the key issue raised is stability.
The Central Bank of Iraq (CBI) must consider:
Government continuity
Policy direction
Security conditions
International confidence
Parliamentary cooperation
Major monetary reforms — especially note swaps or reinstatement — require predictable governance.
⚖ Why Instability Delays Monetary Reform
Central banks avoid launching major reforms during:
Leadership uncertainty
Coalition disputes
International diplomatic tension
Potential sanctions risk
Currency reinstatement or redenomination involves:
✔ Banking system recalibration
✔ Public communication
✔ International coordination
✔ Market confidence
Without political clarity, justification becomes difficult.
🌍 What If Maliki Returns?
Critics argue that if Maliki were to return to power:
Western relations could strain
Investor confidence could decline
Sanctions risk could increase
Monetary reform could stall
Supporters, however, argue that Iraq’s institutions are stronger than in past years.
No official decision has been finalized.
🔥 Featured Snippet Highlights
Maliki reportedly losing support within the Coordination Framework
Resistance factions distancing themselves
Political instability complicates dinar reinstatement
CBI unlikely to launch note swap amid uncertainty
Government formation critical to currency reform timing
❓ Q&A Section
Is Maliki officially out of the race?
No official withdrawal has been announced, but reports suggest growing opposition.
Can political instability delay currency reform?
Yes. Central banks prefer stable governance before implementing major monetary changes.
Has the CBI announced reinstatement?
No official announcement has been made regarding reinstatement or note swap timing.
Would a new prime minister accelerate reform?
Possibly, if the new leadership improves political stability and international relations.
Is reinstatement guaranteed?
No. Monetary reform depends on multiple economic and political variables.
🧠 Strategic Takeaway
Iraq’s currency future is tightly connected to:
Political clarity
Government formation
International alignment
Central bank autonomy
A shrinking support base for Maliki could signal a shift toward stability — or deeper fragmentation.
The coming days will reveal whether Iraq consolidates leadership or enters prolonged negotiation.
⚠️ Disclaimer
This article summarizes political commentary and public reporting. It does not constitute financial or investment advice. All currency-related decisions should be based on verified official information.
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Mnt Goat
Some good news…Article: “THREE BLOWS TO MALIKI IN ONE NIGHT… HIS CLOSEST ALLY SIGNALS A RETREAT”
It appears that the bloc supporting Maliki is shrinking day by day. We read that the Framework has already begun discussing the alternative to Maliki. It appears that more and more resistance factions are gradually distancing themselves from supporting Maliki and moving to the opposing side...
We know for a FACT that if this election had gone smoothly we would have been at the bank by now and this reinstatement completed.
But...how can the CBI justify the reinstatement and the swap out of the notes in times like this instability not knowing the future even of the direction of the country. And we all know that if Maliki should be the next prime minister, Iraq would take a drastic direction down the toilet...
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