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Sunday, February 22, 2026

Among them is "withdrawing his candidacy"... The options for the coordination framework regarding Maliki have been revealed

Informed sources confirmed on Saturday that the forces of the Coordination Framework are planning to hold an expanded meeting to end the political deadlock by deciding on Nouri al-Maliki’s nomination for the premiership, either by keeping him or replacing him.

Sources told Shafaq News Agency that "the coordination framework, which brings together the Shiite political forces, is moving towards holding a meeting to end the political deadlock and agree on a unified position regarding the prime minister candidate."

He adds that "the current approach is to choose a figure who suits the circumstances surrounding the country and the economic and security challenges, provided that a date is set for the parliament session to elect the president of the republic, who in turn will task the framework candidate with forming the government."

He pointed out that "the meeting will address the issue of the continued nomination of the head of the State of Law Coalition, Nouri al-Maliki, or his personal withdrawal, or the framework will decide to officially withdraw his nomination and look for an alternative."

The “coordination framework,” which includes ruling Shiite political forces in Iraq, is witnessing a division over the nomination of Maliki for the next government, amid American warnings of the repercussions of his selection, which prompted forces within the coalition to try to persuade him to withdraw in order to preserve the unity of the framework.

In contrast, Maliki has declared on more than one occasion his adherence to his candidacy and believes that withdrawing from it should be done by an official decision from the framework.

The escalating American pressure on Iraq comes as a translation of President Donald Trump’s explicit threats, which included criticism of the previous course taken by Maliki when he assumed the premiership for 8 years.

On January 24, 2026, the Coordination Framework announced the nomination of Nouri al-Maliki, head of the State of Law Coalition, for the position of Prime Minister, with a majority vote from its constituent groups. link

SANDY INGRAM : 🔥 Why the U.S. Still Controls Iraq’s Dollar Pipeline – What It Means for the Iraqi Dinar

Why the United States Still Controls Iraq’s Dollar Pipeline

Today we’re addressing a major subject that every serious Iraqi dinar observer must understand.

As highlighted by Sandy Ingram, Iraq’s oil revenue system is deeply intertwined with the United States financial infrastructure.

To understand Iraq’s monetary policy — and the future of the Iraqi dinar — you must understand where Iraq’s oil money actually goes.

Iraq’s Oil Is Priced in U.S. Dollars

Iraq sells its crude oil on global markets — and like most international oil transactions, it is priced in U.S. dollars.

Here’s how the system works:

1️⃣ Buyers purchase Iraqi crude oil
2️⃣ Payments are made in U.S. dollars
3️⃣ Those dollars are deposited into an account
4️⃣ That account belongs to the Central Bank of Iraq
5️⃣ The account is held at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York

This is what many refer to as Iraq’s “dollar pipeline.”

Why Is Iraq’s Oil Money Held in the United States?

The arrangement dates back to post-2003 restructuring and was designed to:

Protect Iraq’s oil revenue from international lawsuits
Shield funds from political interference
Ensure transparency and compliance
Prevent blackmail, seizure, or strong-arming by hostile actors

By placing the funds within the U.S. Federal Reserve system, Iraq gained

financial protection — but at a cost.

Limited Access: Sovereignty With Conditions

Although the money belongs to Iraq, it cannot simply move those funds freely.

To access its oil revenue:

Iraq must comply with U.S. banking regulations
Transfers must meet anti-money laundering standards
Transactions are monitored for sanctions compliance

The United States has the authority to:

✔ Slow access
✔ Block transactions
✔ Restrict transfers

This oversight has been used at times to limit dollar flows into Iraq to prevent currency smuggling and sanction evasion.

We’re Talking About Over $100 Billion

Estimates suggest Iraq has accumulated over $100 billion in reserves.

Yes — Iraq is wealthy in terms of oil-backed revenue.

But because these reserves are largely held within the U.S. financial system, Iraq’s sovereignty is often described as partial rather than absolute.

The Geopolitical Pressure Factor

According to analysis discussed by Sandy Ingram:

Regional actors, including Iran, have pressured Iraq politically.
Iran has at times suggested Iraq is not fully financially independent.
Iraq sits between U.S. financial oversight and regional geopolitical influence.

This creates a balancing act between:

Monetary sovereignty
International compliance
Regional alliances
Sanctions enforcement

Why This Matters for the Iraqi Dinar

Understanding this system is essential for dinar watchers.

Because:

Iraq’s exchange rate stability depends on dollar reserves.
The Central Bank uses those reserves to defend the dinar.
U.S. oversight affects dollar supply inside Iraq.
Dollar shortages can pressure the parallel market rate.

In simple terms:

👉 If dollar access tightens, dinar volatility increases.
👉 If dollar access flows smoothly, stability improves.

The pipeline directly influences Iraq’s monetary flexibility.

Featured Snippet Section

🔹 Where is Iraq’s oil money kept?

Iraq’s oil revenues are deposited into an account owned by the Central Bank of Iraq and held at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York.

🔹 Can Iraq freely access its dollar reserves?

No. Iraq must comply with U.S. regulatory standards, and the U.S. can slow or restrict access if compliance requirements are not met.

🔹 Why was this system created?

To protect Iraq’s oil funds from lawsuits, seizure, political interference, and international legal claims.

Q&A Section

❓ Why doesn’t Iraq keep its oil money inside Iraq?

After 2003, international protections were needed to safeguard oil revenues from lawsuits and claims. Holding funds within the U.S. Federal Reserve provided legal and financial security.

❓ Does this mean the U.S. controls Iraq?

Not entirely — but it does mean Iraq’s financial sovereignty is partially dependent on U.S. regulatory compliance.

❓ How does this affect Iraqi dinar investors?

Dollar flow management impacts:

Exchange rate stability
Parallel market pricing
Inflation control
Central Bank interventions

Understanding the dollar pipeline helps investors interpret policy decisions more accurately.

❓ Could Iraq eventually move its reserves elsewhere?

In theory, yes. In practice, doing so would require:

International legal restructuring
Stronger independent banking safeguards
Geopolitical alignment

Such a move would be complex and highly political.

Strategic Perspective: Protection vs. Control

This system can be viewed two ways:

🔹 As protective custody of national wealth
🔹 As constrained financial independence

Both can be true at the same time.

Iraq benefits from stability within the U.S. financial system — but it also operates within boundaries set by that system.

Final Thoughts

The dollar pipeline is not a rumor. It is a structural reality of how Iraq’s oil-based economy operates in the global financial system.

For anyone serious about tracking:

Iraqi monetary reform
Exchange rate policy
Reserve levels
Dinar stability

Understanding this mechanism is non-negotiable.

Watch the reserves.
Watch the dollar auctions.
Watch the compliance signals.

Because the flow of dollars often tells the real story behind the dinar.

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Sandy Ingram

We have a major subject to discuss today...Why the US still controls Iraq's dollar pipeline...Understanding this system is essential for anyone watching the Iraqi dinar...Iraq's oil is priced in US dollars...

When buyers pay for Iraqi crude, these dollars...are deposited into an account belonging to the Central Bank of Iraq held at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York...Iraq can request access to its dollars but it cannot move them freely without meeting US regulatory standards...The United States can slow, block or restrict access...

We're talking about over $100 billion. Iraq is a little bit wealthy! Because of this dependency...Iraq's sovereignty is only partial...Iran keeps whispering in Iraq's ears that they're not free...Part of making sure that nobody tried to sue, blackmail, strong-arm them the US put the money in the US Federal Reserve...

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