Wednesday, December 24, 2025
AFTER THE PRIME MINISTER’S NAME WAS DECIDED, THE COORDINATION FRAMEWORK MOVED TO NEGOTIATING THE GOVERNMENT PROGRAM
AFTER THE PRIME MINISTER’S NAME WAS DECIDED, THE COORDINATION FRAMEWORK MOVED TO NEGOTIATING THE GOVERNMENT PROGRAM
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The atmosphere of the movement within the Coordination Framework, the broader umbrella for Shiite political forces in Parliament, is moving towards a crucial stage, the title of which is agreeing on a name and program for the next Prime Minister, in an attempt to produce a candidate who can manage the next stage and open the door to understanding with the rest of the political forces within the framework of constitutional entitlements and political calming, which seems to have decided on the name of the Prime Minister internally, to move practically to negotiating the government program and its priorities before the official announcement of the candidate.
Salam Al-Zubaidi, a member of the Coordination Framework, confirmed to Baghdad Today that “the intensive meetings and gatherings held by the Framework’s forces are witnessing remarkable progress in viewpoints, and there is a broad understanding on the need to choose a figure capable of managing the next stage efficiently and achieving political and service stability, while taking into account the country’s supreme interest.”
Al-Zubaidi explained that “the discussions are not limited to names only, but also include the government program and executive work priorities, foremost among them improving the economic situation, supporting security and stability, and enhancing public confidence in official institutions, and agreement on these files is proceeding in parallel with the naming file.”
According to political data obtained by “Baghdad Today,” most of the figures close to the coordinating framework, who appear on political programs on television, confirm in their talks that “the decision has already been made,” and that the candidate is a figure from the Middle Euphrates region, a graduate of Baghdad University, and does not provoke a sharp dispute among the main Shiite forces.
These data indicate that the current discussion is focused on the details of the government program, which was likely formulated primarily in agreement with the candidate himself, and that the ongoing dialogues aim to incorporate the observations of the various forces before announcing the final version.
Al-Zubaidi added that “the positive atmosphere prevailing in the dialogues reflects the keenness of all parties to avoid disputes and move towards a genuine consensus that leads to the formation of a strong government capable of facing internal and external challenges, and the next few days may witness an official announcement of the name of the candidate for the premiership.”
The member of the coordinating framework concluded by saying that “the current stage requires calming down and clearly prioritizing the logic of dialogue and understanding, and the framework is proceeding with completing the constitutional entitlements in accordance with the legal contexts and in a way that fulfills the aspirations of the citizens.”
Three key factional figures broke the scene in the past few hours with similar statements, in which they expressed their readiness to hand over weapons and confine them to the hands of the state, in a move that is read – according to political sources – as one of the signs of paving the way for the new political stage, and an early message of support for the next government and its supposed security program.
The political arena is witnessing intense activity to resolve the issue of forming the new government, amid popular anticipation of the process of choosing the next Prime Minister, and whether he will be able to manage the economic and service crises and reduce the severity of political tension, after previous government experiences marred by disputes and the failure to implement reform programs.
MNT GOAT: Did You Hear the Fantastic News? All the Pieces Are Falling Into Place
MNT GOAT: Did You Hear the Fantastic News? All the Pieces Are Falling Into Place
For long-term Iraqi dinar investors, this update from MNT GOAT delivers some of the most encouraging signals yet. After years of concern, the issue of Iranian-backed militias, political instability, and delayed reforms appears to be reaching a turning point.
What we are witnessing is not a single event, but a series of interconnected developments unfolding according to a broader plan.
Militias: Investor Concerns May Finally Be Easing
Many investors have long believed that armed militias were the final major obstacle to Iraq’s full sovereignty and monetary reform.
Now, there is real cause for optimism:
The United States is openly standing up to Iranian influence
Disarmament is no longer just rhetoric
Iraq is being given a clear mandate — with consequences
As MNT GOAT notes, the sacrifices made to stabilize Iraq were not in vain. Beyond oil, Iraq is now positioned to benefit from:
Rising global oil demand
Growing non-oil revenues
Reduced reliance on oil credit mechanisms
Everything happening now is interconnected. This process was never meant to stand alone.
Good-Faith Disarmament: A Critical Window Opens
MNT GOAT shares a personal assessment that is widely echoed among observers:
If militias demonstrate good-faith disarmament in the coming days or weeks, the U.S. may consider its mandate satisfied.
However, one message remains firm:
👉 “Statements alone are not enough.”
With December 29 just days away, pressure is intense — and deliberate.
CBI Zero Removal: Timing Is No Coincidence
According to MNT GOAT’s CBI contact in Baghdad :
The CBI wants to begin the removal of the zeros around this same timeframe
Iraq’s government is playing catch-up
We should expect:
Articles announcing removal of large three-zero notes
A structured swap-out process
Updates to the CBI website, including images of new lower denominations
Important Clarification
This process will not look like what many U.S.-based “intel gurus” have dramatized:
❌ No massive bank lines
❌ No fireworks or celebrations
❌ No chaotic public exchanges
Instead, it will be orderly, technical, and controlled.
Reality Check: This Is Not a Spectacle
MNT GOAT’s CBI contact laughed at the exaggerated expectations circulating online — and rightly so.
This event has been over-commercialized and distorted by:
Self-proclaimed gurus
Sensational narratives
Unrealistic public assumptions
In reality, monetary reform is boring by design — and that’s exactly how it should be.
US–Iraq Relations Enter a New Era
Another major article reinforces the shift:
“The Trump Administration Is Changing the Rules of War in Iraq: A Soft Power Strategy”
This marks a historic transformation:
From conflict → to partnership
From military oversight → to mutual respect
From dependency → to sovereign cooperation
As explained by Iraq’s Prime Minister’s Advisor for Foreign Relations, the cancellation of authorization to use force confirms:
Iraq is now a fully sovereign state
The era of war is officially over
Political stability is being reinforced
“We Will Make Iraq Great Again” — Yes, Really
In yet another striking development:
Trump Envoy Mark Savaya & Congressman Joe Wilson
Met recently in Washington
Savaya posted on X:
“We will make Iraq great again.”
This public statement underscores a strong political commitment to Iraq’s success.
For investors, this kind of language matters.
Customs Reform: The ASYCUDA Moment Returns
One final but critical piece of the puzzle:
“A New Shift in Customs Procedures Is Expected at the Beginning of Next Year”
This brings us back to the ASYCUDA system, discussed years ago:
A globally used customs automation platform
Designed to:
Capture tariff revenues
Reduce corruption
Funnel funds directly to the federal treasury
At full capacity, customs revenues could rival oil income.
This is not speculation — it was a projection of Iraq’s future.
Featured Snippets (Google Discover Ready)
🔹 Are militias still blocking Iraq’s reforms?
US pressure and voluntary disarmament signals suggest this obstacle is finally being addressed.
🔹 Is the CBI preparing to remove the zeros?
Yes. Articles, swap-out signals, and upcoming CBI site updates point to imminent action.
🔹 How is US policy toward Iraq changing?
The Trump administration has shifted from conflict to partnership and mutual respect.
Q&A: MNT GOAT Fantastic News Explained
Q: Is December 29 significant?
A: Yes. Political, monetary, and security timelines converge around this date.
Q: Will there be chaos during zero removal?
A: No. The process will be structured and quiet.
Q: Why does customs reform matter?
A: It unlocks massive non-oil revenues and strengthens Iraq’s financial independence.
Q: Is this all connected?
A: Absolutely. None of these events stand alone.
Final Thoughts
This update truly earns its title: Fantastic News.
The convergence of:
Militia disarmament
CBI readiness
US–Iraq partnership
Customs revenue reform
suggests Iraq is stepping into a new chapter of sovereignty and growth.
📊 The plan is real. The timing is intentional. And momentum is building.
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MNT GOAT: DID YOU HEAR THE FANTASTIC NEWS?
As investors our worries about these militias could be over. I am very glad that the U.S. is standing up to Iranian influence in Iraq after all we did not sacrifice our soldiers for nothing in getting rid of Saddam Hussien. Was all this fuss over oil really worth it? I say this sarcastically as we all know it is as the demand for oil continually increases around the globe. Also with the increases in non-oil revenues, Iraq will not be able to divert some of this oil revenues (very little when compared) to allow for these oil credits to be cashed in over time. So, what we experience in this investment is a series of events that are all interconnected and can not stand alone. There is a plan being carried out.
Personally. I believe that if these militias must show some sort of ‘good faith’ disarmament in the coming days or week, the U.S. might be satisfied with this mandate they have made to Iraq. Remember “Statements alone are not enough.” However, we don’t know what will happen and December 29th is just a week away. Personally, I also believe that the CBI wants to begin to conduct the removal of the zeros right around this timeframe and so we will see what happens. Remember that the GOI is playing catch up. My CBI contact also told me on my call over the weekend to Iraq that we will see articles about the removal of these larger three-zero notes and the swap out.
She told me we already should have witnessed much recent news about the removal of the zeros and so pay close attention. She also said the CBI site will be updated with pictures of the newer lower denominations soon once the trigger is pulled to begin. She also warned me that the swap out may not occur exactly as we all think. She said there are NOT going to be big lines at the Iraqi banks to exchange, or huge celebrations with fireworks and music….she laughed at how silly many U.S. investors perceive this event, when it does occur. I concurred with her feedback as I too believe that these idiot so-called, self-proclaimed intel gurus in the U.S. have commercialized this entire ordeal and made it much more complicated that it really is going to be.
There is more promising news to tell today. I am not over yet! 
In the article titled “THE TRUMP ADMINISTRATION IS CHANGING THE RULES OF WAR IN IRAQ: A SOFT POWER STRATEGY TO WRITE A NEW CHAPTER.” The title of the article speaks volumes of the Trump administration towards Iraq. Remember almost a year ago I said we just had to sit tight and see what this new Trump administration would do towards its foreign policy with Iraq and the middle east in general. Well… now we can read it and its all in black and white. Folks, this is exactly the kind of foreign policy we needed to be hearing from the U.S. This is now a partnership, like when a child steps out of childhood and can now make adult talk with his/her parents. The parent relationship turns to friendship. There are many reasons why this is good for both parties. In this regard I just wanted to bring this section from the article to reinforce this concept:
“From conflict to partnership”
“In this regard, the Prime Minister’s Advisor for Foreign Relations, Farhad Ala’a Al-Din, believes that the decision to cancel the authorization to use force against Iraq represents an important political and legal step, reflecting the fact that Iraq today is a fully sovereign state, and that the stage of war is now a thing of the past.
Alaa al-Din explained to Shafaq News Agency that the decision confirms the shift in the relationship with Washington from a logic of conflict to a logic of partnership and mutual respect, noting that its security implications are represented in strengthening the principle of sovereignty, supporting political stability, and establishing a normal relationship between the two countries.”
In the next article titled “TRUMP ENVOY AND JOE WILSON: WE WILL MAKE IRAQ GREAT AGAIN” we read that Washington – Mark Savaya, President Donald Trump’s envoy, wrote on the “X” platform (formerly Twitter) on Thursday that he met with US Congressman Joe Wilson and it was a “great meeting.” “It was a great meeting with U.S. Congressman Joe Wilson and his team,” Savaya said in his post, adding, “We will make Iraq great again.” Folks can it get any better than this?
One more interesting topic for today includes the article titled “A NEW SHIFT IN CUSTOMS PROCEDURES IS EXPECTED AT THE BEGINNING OF NEXT YEAR.” Again I want you to remember the past (years ago) and what we heard about the ASYCUDA system. We heard that if the GOI can reign in all this revenue into the coffers of the federal treasury this revenue could rival the oil revenues. The needed the internationally used ASYCUDA system to do this. This was NOT just a haphazard statement. It was a projection of the future revenues outside of the oil revenues. It is a huge part of the security away from sole oil revenues. No one, including all these silly economists, that Iraq is not on its way to enormous growth and revenues.
ZIDANE: THE PARLIAMENTARY SESSION ON DECEMBER 29TH WILL DECIDE ON THE PRESIDENCY OF THE COUNCIL AND CANNOT BE EXTENDED
ZIDANE: THE PARLIAMENTARY SESSION ON DECEMBER 29TH WILL DECIDE ON THE PRESIDENCY OF THE COUNCIL AND CANNOT BE EXTENDED
The head of the Supreme Judicial Council, Faiq Zaidan, confirmed that the session of the new House of Representatives scheduled for December 29 must end with the appointment of the Speaker of the Council and his two deputies, noting that it is not constitutionally or legally possible to postpone or extend it.
A statement from the judiciary, a copy of which was received by Al-Furat News, stated that: “This came during the reception of the President of the Supreme Judicial Council, Faiq Zaidan, on Saturday, by the President of the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan Party, Bafel Talabani.”
He added, “During the meeting, emphasis was placed on the importance of respecting the constitutional timelines for electing the three presidencies, in order to ensure the completion of the formation of the legislative and executive authorities.”
Ziad also stressed “the importance of deciding on the nomination of the candidate for the presidency of the republic within the constitutional period of thirty days after the election of the Speaker of Parliament on the 29th of this month.”
MNT GOAT Update: Torn Currency Crisis, Digital Transition, and Why All Roads Point Forward
For those who have followed the RV saga from the beginning, one issue has quietly grown into a national crisis inside Iraq:
👉 massive stashes of physical cash stored in citizens’ homes.
While the Iraqi government has largely avoided addressing this issue publicly, the Central Bank of Iraq (CBI) has raised the alarm multiple times. Today, yet another article confirms the severity of the situation — and why it matters more than ever.
The Torn Currency Crisis: A Symptom of a Deeper Problem
An Iraqi article titled:
“THE TORN CURRENCY: BETWEEN THE FAILURE OF PAPER CIRCULATION AND THE DELAY OF DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION”
reveals that damaged paper notes are not just an inconvenience — they are evidence of a systemic cash-management failure.
Key Quote from the Article
“The torn currency reveals a deeper flaw… a cash management crisis, a delay in automation, and a weakness in replacement mechanisms, which makes the citizen the weakest link.”
The burden falls on everyday Iraqis, caught between:
Banks that refuse damaged notes
Markets that penalize them
Digital systems that are not yet fully operational
A Human Story from Baghdad
One passage captures the emotional toll vividly:
A government employee clutches a tattered 5,000-dinar note, taped together, rejected everywhere she goes.
“No one will take it from me,” she whispers in despair.
Small denominations — 250, 500, 1,000, and 5,000 dinars — have become both a financial and psychological burden.
Why Hasn’t the CBI Printed New Notes?
This is the critical question — and MNT GOAT went straight to a CBI contact in Baghdad for answers.
CBI’s Strategy Explained
The CBI does NOT want to increase paper currency
The goal is to reduce the monetary mass by two-thirds
Focus is on:
Digital banking
Electronic payments
Future polymer (plastic) lower-denomination notes
100, 250, and 1,000 dinar notes will remain, but in a controlled system
This is intentional pressure — not neglect.
Digital Project + Removing the Zeros: Originally Targeted for December 1
According to the CBI contact:
The digital rollout and zero removal were originally targeted for December 1
Delays occurred due to:
The digital platform not being technically ready
Election complications and Iranian influence within government
New Internal Target
🗓 December 29 — if these issues are resolved.
Why December 29 Keeps Appearing Everywhere
Shortly after this conversation, a flood of confirming news appeared:
Key Political Developments
US demands armed groups not be included in the new Iraqi government
Federal Court ratified election results on December 14
Constitutional deadlines for forming government officially began
Parliament session on December 29:
Must elect the Speaker
Cannot be postponed or extended
Triggers appointment of the Prime Minister
Once parliament is operational, everything accelerates.
US Pressure and Iranian Influence: A Decisive Moment
The United States has made its position clear:
No political wings of armed groups in government
No second term hijacked by Iranian militias
Strong support for Prime Minister Al-Sudani, who won majority support
This geopolitical pressure aligns directly with CBI reform timing.
The Shocker: Militias Voluntarily Move Toward Disarmament
Just when optimism seemed fragile, this article dropped:
“SAVAYA IS PLEASED WITH THE FACTIONS’ MOVEMENTS AND STIPULATES A COMPLETE AND IRREVERSIBLE DISARMAMENT.”
🔥 This was the shocker.
For the first time:
Armed groups welcomed disarmament
Statements aligned with calls from religious authorities
The choice appeared voluntary, not forced
This is exactly what Iraq needed.
Savaya’s Warning: Statements Are Not Enough
US envoy Mark Savaya made the position unmistakably clear:
Disarmament must be:
Comprehensive
Irreversible
Legally binding
No armed formations outside state authority
Full monopoly of force must belong to the Iraqi state
Armed group members must transition legally into civilian life
Iraq now stands at a crossroads:
🟢 Sovereignty and stability
🔴 Disintegration and uncontrolled weapons
All signs indicate Iraq has chosen the high road.
Featured Snippets
🔹 Why is torn currency a crisis in Iraq?
It reflects cash hoarding, weak circulation, delayed digital banking, and stresses the need for monetary reform.
🔹 Why won’t the CBI print more money?
The CBI aims to reduce monetary mass and shift to digital systems, not expand paper currency.
🔹 Why does disarmament matter for the RV?
State control of weapons is essential for sovereignty, financial reform, and international confidence.
Q&A: MNT GOAT Iraq Update Explained
Q: Is the torn currency problem intentional pressure?
A: Yes. It encourages digital adoption and prepares for monetary restructuring.
Q: Is December 29 important?
A: Extremely. Parliament formation, leadership appointments, and CBI targets converge on this date.
Q: Why is militia disarmament critical now?
A: It removes the final sovereignty obstacle before full economic and monetary normalization.
Q: Is the RV guaranteed on December 29?
A: No date is guaranteed — but pressure, alignment, and momentum are undeniable.
Final Analysis
This is no longer about isolated events.
The torn currency crisis, digital transition, election deadlines, US pressure, and voluntary militia disarmamentare interlocking gears.
📈 When all gears align, motion becomes inevitable.
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If you have been following this RV saga all along, you know that the stashes of currency in the homes of the citizens is at a crisis level. The govt doesn’t want to do much about this concern but the CBI has mentioned it many times already. So, in today’s news we get yet another article on this topic titled “THE TORN CURRENCY: BETWEEN THE FAILURE OF PAPER CIRCULATION AND THE DELAY OF DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION”. I quote from the article –
“The torn currency reveals a deeper flaw than the tearing of the paper, as it shows a cash management crisis, a delay in automation, and a weakness in replacement mechanisms, which makes the citizen the weakest link between banks that refuse, a market that punishes, and digital solutions that are not yet complete.”
“No one will take it from me,” Zainab al-Khafaji, a government employee, whispered to herself, her voice thick with despair, as she strolled through the shops of Baghdad’s upscale Mansour district. She clutched a five-thousand-dinar note that looked as if it had been through a war; it was tattered, its edges torn, and held together with a makeshift piece of tape.”
As worn-out paper currency, especially the small denominations (250, 500, 1000, 5000 dinars), has become a financial and psychological burden, a crisis. So, let’s go deeper into this issue. Why hasn’t the CBI issued newer notes to replace them? Why not spend the money and order newer notes? This is a question I have asked my CBI contact in Baghdad. Here is what she told me:
She told me the CBI has plans to limit the paper currency at this time, implement the digital project and does not want to issue any more in circulation. There are newer, plastic notes, with more security features coming out as part of the lower denominations. She said to remember that the 100, 250 and 1000 notes are going to stay in circulation in the public. The goal is to bring the monetary mass down by 2/3. She them told me the digital project was targeted along with the roll out of removing the zeros for December 1st but delays occurred. These delays were mostly accountable because of two reasons: 1. the digital platform was not yet technically ready and 2. there was a matter of the elections and Iranian influences in the government that had to be resolved.
I then asked for a new target and my contact told me there is a target of December 29th if these two reasons for delay can be resolved. Soon after I ended my call to Iraq out popped news in this article “OFFICIALS: AMERICA DEMANDS THAT ARMED GROUPS NOT BE INCLUDED IN THE NEW IRAQI GOVERNMENT”. This news was nothing new but the timing….just saying….More than a month has passed since the elections for the sixth session of the Iraqi Council of Representatives, and the Shiite, Sunni and Kurdish leaders are still in the midst of negotiations to form the new government, without the features of this government yet appearing. Everyone was waiting for the results to be ratified by the Iraqi Federal Court, which ratified them last Sunday, December 14, 2025, after which the constitutional deadlines for forming the government would begin. Although these deadlines were not adhered to in some previous sessions and the formation took longer than specified by the constitution, American pressure is now emerging on Iraq to prevent the inclusion of the political wings of armed groups in the government.
What does America want? Given its ongoing role and influence in Iraq for over two decades, the United States expects the new Iraqi government to be free of armed groups
So, also out popped yet another article titled “ZIDANE: THE PARLIAMENTARY SESSION ON DECEMBER 29TH WILL DECIDE ON THE PRESIDENCY OF THE COUNCIL AND CANNOT BE EXTENDED.” – “The head of the Supreme Judicial Council, Faiq Zaidan, confirmed that the session of the new House of Representatives scheduled for December 29 must end with the appointment of the Speaker of the Council and his two deputies, noting that it is not constitutionally or legally possible to postpone or extend it.” If you recall the procedures for Iraq to form the next government, once the new speaker is appointed he then announces the new prime minister and so this all should happen very quickly once parliament is formed and operatable. Of course the U.S. will also have its hand in selecting the new prime minister as al-Sudani did get the majority of the citizens’ votes. The U.S. will not let some Iranian influence take a second term away from Al-Sudani.
So, I am reading all this news about the election and the Iranian militias feeling kind of low that the CBI target might get pushed even beyond December 29thwhen out pops this article titled “SAVAYA IS PLEASED WITH THE FACTIONS’ MOVEMENTS AND STIPULATES A COMPLETE AND IRREVERSIBLE DISARMAMENT.” In the title is also reiterates that “Statements alone are not enough.” We all know Iraq is good at making promises and then not carrying them out. Yeh….didn’t we read more than 6 months ago an article about disarming the militias in Iraq. So what happened to that? Why is the government still even faced with this challenge today, so close to the elections and the RV?
Here is the shocker article for today – Upon Mark Savaya, US President Donald Trump’s envoy to Iraq, visit this week the Iraq militia groups welcomed the move to disarm and positive statements were made by some Iraqi armed groups toward disarmament, considering it an encouraging development that responds to calls from religious authorities. WOW! This is exactly what we wanted to hear. We needed Iraq to make the choice of disarmament and not to force it.
However, Savaya stressed that statements alone are not enough, calling for a comprehensive and irreversible disarmament process implemented within a binding national framework that enshrines the state’s monopoly on the use of force.
Savaya also warned that Iraq stands at a critical crossroads between consolidating sovereignty and stability, or remaining trapped in a cycle of disintegration and uncontrolled weapons. It appears to me that Iraq has chosen the high road and will comply with the U.S. mandate for disarmament. These reported steps taken by some Iraqi armed groups toward disarmament are a welcome and encouraging development. This represents a positive response to the persistent calls and aspirations of our religious authorities and esteemed scholars and leaders.
Savaya then expressed his deepest appreciation and gratitude for their wisdom, moral leadership, and principled guidance, which continues to serve as a guiding compass for the nation. BUT…..at the same time, statements alone are not enough. Disarmament must be comprehensive, irreversible, and implemented within a clear and binding national framework. This process must also include the complete dismantling of all armed groups and ensure an orderly and legal transition of their members to civilian life.
Savaya also reminded Iraqi officials that according to the Iraqi Constitution and the rule of law, no political party, organization, or individual has the right to possess or operate armed formations outside the authority of the state. This principle applies throughout Iraq without exception. The exclusive authority to bear arms and use force must remain solely with the legitimate federal and regional institutions entrusted with organizing, commanding, and managing the armed forces to protect the Iraqi people and defend the country’s sovereignty.
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