Wednesday, January 28, 2026
US, IN CONTROL OF OIL DOLLARS, HEAPS PRESSURE ON IRAQ OVER IRANIAN INFLUENCE
US, IN CONTROL OF OIL DOLLARS, HEAPS PRESSURE ON IRAQ OVER IRANIAN INFLUENCE
Washington has threatened senior Iraqi politicians with sanctions targeting the Iraqi state — including potentially its critical supply of oil revenue sourced via the Federal Reserve Bank of New York — should Iran-backed armed groups be included in the next government, four sources told Reuters.
The warning is the starkest example yet of US President Donald Trump’s campaign to curb Iran-linked groups’ influence in Iraq, which has long walked a tightrope between its two closest allies, Washington and Tehran.
The US warning was delivered repeatedly over the past two months by the US Charges d’Affaires in Baghdad, Joshua Harris, in conversations with Iraqi officials and influential Shi’ite leaders, including some heads of Iran-linked groups via intermediaries, according to three Iraqi officials and one source familiar with the matter who spoke to Reuters for this story.
Harris and the embassy did not respond to requests for comment. The sources requested anonymity to discuss private discussions. Since taking office a year ago, Trump has acted to weaken the Iranian government, including via its neighbor Iraq.
Iran views Iraq as vital for keeping its economy afloat amid sanctions and long used Baghdad’s banking system to skirt the restrictions, US and Iraqi officials have said. Successive US administrations have sought to choke that dollar stream, placingsanctions on more than a dozen Iraqi banks in recent years in an effort to do so.
But Washington has never curtailed the flow of dollars from the oil revenues of Iraq, a top OPEC producer, sent via the Federal Reserve Bank of New York to the Central Bank of Iraq.
The US has had de facto control over Iraq’s oil revenue since it invaded the country in 2003. Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani’s office, the Central Bank of Iraq and Iran’s mission at the United Nations did not respond to requests for comment.
“The United States supports Iraqi sovereignty, and the sovereignty of every country in the region. That leaves absolutely no role for Iran-backed militias that pursue malign interests, cause sectarian division, and spread terrorism across the region,” a US State Department spokesperson told Reuters, in response to a request for comment.
The spokesperson did not answer Reuters questions about the sanction threats.
Trump, who bombed Iran’s nuclear facilities in June, threatened to again intervene militarily in the country during protests last week.
No armed groups in new government
Among the senior politicians to whom Harris’ message was passed were Prime Minister al-Sudani, Shia politicians Ammar Hakim and Hadi Al Ameri, and Kurdish leader Masrour Barzani, three of the sources said.
The conversations with Harris started after Iraq held elections in November in which al-Sudani’s political bloc won the single-largest bloc of seats but in which Iran-backed militias also made gains, the sources said.
The message centered on 58 members of parliament views by the US views as linked to Iran, all the sources said.
“The American line was basically that they would suspend engagement with the new government should any of those 58 MPs be represented in cabinet,” one of the Iraqi officials said. The formation of a new cabinet could still be months away due to wrangling to build a majority.
When asked to elaborate “they said it meant they wouldn’t deal with that government and would suspend dollar transfers,” the official said.
The US has had de facto control over oil revenue dollars from Iraq, a top OPEC producer, since it invaded the country in 2003. Iran has long supported an array of armed factions in Iraq. In recent years, several have entered the political arena, standing for election and winning seats as they seek a slice of Iraq’s oil wealth.
MARKZ & MILITIAMAN: Iraq Political Update: Sudani, Maliki, and the Real Dinar Fundamentals
Introduction: Political Theater vs Real Data
The Iraqi political scene has been full of headlines lately, with Maliki and Sudani dominating discussions. According to MarkZ via PDK:
“Sudani is not out of the picture…there is a lot of back and forth about Maliki… I think it’s all a show and we will see the return of Sudani.”
Iraq must vote on the President by the end of January 28th, and investors are watching closely. Yet, as Militia Manpoints out, political speculation is not the foundation for investment.
Why Dinar Holders Should Focus on Fundamentals
Militia Man emphasizes a data-driven approach:
“I’m looking for real data. I don’t go based off rumors, promises, or someone else’s opinion. I want to know the true fundamentals… They have reserves…oil…wealth…non-oil growth…Silica…Phosphates…Sulfur…about $16 trillion worth of assets…The data has never been any clearer…Iraq is executing…implementation…It’s happening.”
For holders, this perspective is critical. Political headlines create noise, but the underlying assets and infrastructure determine the Dinar’s long-term potential .
Sudani vs Maliki: What Investors Should Know
Current Political Dynamics
Maliki: Still prominent in headlines, but largely considered a “show” by insiders.
Sudani: Expected by insiders to return, which could stabilize political uncertainty.
Constitutional Deadlines: Iraq must vote for the President by January 28th, which could clarify leadership direction.
The key takeaway: elections and political maneuvering do not stop monetary reform or economic implementation.
Iraq’s Economic Power: Beyond Politics
Data reveals Iraq’s tremendous economic potential:
Reserves & Oil: Significant global energy reserves, critical for economic stability.
Non-Oil Growth: Industrial minerals like Silica, Phosphates, and Sulfur contribute to diversification.
Total Assets: Estimated around $16 trillion, indicating substantial financial and natural wealth.
“Iraq is executing…implementation…It’s happening.”
For Dinar holders, this means that the economy is structurally moving forward, independent of political drama.
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“Despite political back-and-forth between Maliki and Sudani, Iraq’s $16 trillion in assets and execution of economic plans show strong fundamentals for Dinar investors. Political headlines are noise; data is reality.”
Q&A: Common Investor Questions
Q: Is Sudani still a contender for Prime Minister?
A: Yes. According to insiders, the back-and-forth over Maliki is largely a political show. Sudani is expected to return.
Q: Does political instability affect the Dinar’s revaluation?
A: Structural economic fundamentals, not daily politics, drive monetary reform.
Q: What are Iraq’s real economic strengths?
A: Oil reserves, non-oil minerals (Silica, Phosphates, Sulfur), financial reserves, and $16 trillion in total assets.
Q: Should investors rely on rumors or promises?
A: No. Decisions should be based on data, fundamentals, and implementation progress.
Final Thoughts: Data Over Drama
MarkZ and Militia Man’s insights remind holders:
“Ignore hype, ignore political drama. Focus on Iraq’s economic fundamentals and execution. Implementation is happening, and the Dinar’s future is grounded in real assets.”
Patience, research, and understanding the true fundamentals are key for long-term success.
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MarkZ [via PDK]
Question: is Sudani out of the picture for PM right now?
MarkZ: He is not out of the picture. But there is a lot of back and forth about Maliki right now. I think it's all a show and we will see the return of Sudani.
...Per their constitution they need to vote on the President by the end of day on Jan 28th…. So I believe the President will be sat tomorrow.
Militia Man
I'm looking for real data. What that data gave me is unshakable conviction in a study of the Iraqi dinar...I don't go based off rumors, not promises, not someone else's opinion. I want to know the true fundamentals...
They have reserves...oil...wealth...non-oil growth... Silica...Phosphates...Sulfur. You see about $16 trillion worth of assets they have...I don't do hype. I don't do dates and rate. I do what the data shows and the data has never been any clearer...Iraq is...executing...implementation ...It's happening.
$100 BILLION IN IRAQI SAVINGS REVEALED AT THE US FEDERAL RESERVE
$100 BILLION IN IRAQI SAVINGS REVEALED AT THE US FEDERAL RESERVE
Economic expert Duraid Al-Anzi said on Friday that Iraq should not have been exposed to any financial crisis or any form of financial distress, stressing that the concerned authorities did not adopt the proposed oil prices in the budgets, which led to the current financial situation.
Al-Anzi explained in a statement to Al-Furat News Agency that “Iraq has been objected to several times regarding not relying on high prices in budgets, and the necessity of not exceeding $65 per barrel in order to be able to save,” noting that “oil prices have changed a lot, but the competent authorities did not think about the future and did not adopt the proposed prices.”
He added that “Iraq is able to demand additional amounts from its savings held by the US Federal Reserve, as Iraq has savings in the US Federal Reserve exceeding $100 billion, which were transferred to JPMorgan,” explaining that “these funds belong to Iraq after 2003 and have accumulated, and the only beneficiary of them is JPMorgan, which gives simple interest rates, and it is not known whether they reach Iraq or not, and they have not been addressed, despite the amounts being doubled.”
FRANK26 & WALKINGSTICK: Trump Controls Iraqi Monetary Reform: What Dinar Holders Must Know
Introduction: The Stakes Are High for Iraq and the Dinar
As Iraq navigates political instability and foreign influence, Frank26 recently shared key insights:
“We’re keeping a very close eye on Iraq… Maliki and his clowns are trying to destroy it and tear it apart… That’s why we just showed up.”
The message is clear: the United States, under President Donald Trump, is closely monitoring Iraq’s monetary, political, and economic developments—especially with regards to the Iraqi Dinar.
Trump’s Firm Stance on Maliki and Financial Sanctions
According to Frank26:
“President Trump says America threatens to impose new financial sanctions on Iraq… You think we’re going to give it up? You think we’re just going to walk away?”
The warning is not just political rhetoric. It highlights several key points:
The U.S. will not allow Iraq to fall under destabilizing influence.
Any Iranian-aligned leadership, such as Maliki, will face scrutiny.
Dinar holders’ funds in the Federal Reserve are part of strategic oversight.
“Trump has made it very clear: ‘I am in control of the monetary reform.’”
For holders, this is crucial. The timing and structure of the Dinar revaluation is directly influenced by U.S. oversight, ensuring stability and protection of investments.
Mineral Contracts and U.S. Reconstruction Efforts
Walkingstick shared important context:
“The contractors went into agreements with the United States on minerals… They are waiting for Trump to finish the negotiations. That’s what you’re seeing with Savaya. They are waiting for the rate to go into effect.”
These long-term contracts with the U.S. have major implications:
The United States is first in benefiting from Iraq’s reconstruction and resource development.
Contracts are long-term, ensuring decades of oversight and economic stability.
Dinar revaluation is linked to these agreements, signaling structural readiness.
“Due to these contracts, the United States of America will be heavily involved in the reconstruction of Iraq.”
For Dinar holders, this is an encouraging sign: monetary reform is supported by tangible contracts and infrastructure, not just political promises.
Why This Matters for Dinar Holders
Several key insights for investors:
Political chaos does not equal failure: Trump’s oversight ensures that destabilizing leadership cannot derail reforms.
Dinar holdings are protected: Funds held in the U.S. Federal Reserve are strategically safeguarded.
Revaluation timing is linked to contracts and reconstruction: Structural readiness is the real driver, not election outcomes.
In short, holders should focus on the system, contracts, and infrastructure rather than short-term political headlines.
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“Trump asserts control over Iraq’s monetary reform. With U.S.-backed mineral contracts and reconstruction plans, Dinar holders are protected, and the timing of revaluation is structurally secured.”
Q&A: Common Questions from Dinar Holders
Q: Does Maliki returning as PM stop the Dinar revaluation?
A: No. While politically sensitive, monetary reform is overseen by the U.S. and linked to contracts, not political leaders.
Q: Are U.S. sanctions a threat to Dinar holders?
A: No. Sanctions, if imposed, are strategic tools to maintain stability, not to block legitimate investor holdings.
Q: How do mineral contracts impact Dinar revaluation?
A: Contracts provide long-term U.S. involvement in Iraq’s reconstruction, signaling structural readiness for revaluation.
Q: Should investors react to daily headlines?
A: No. Patience, discipline, and focus on infrastructure and contracts are the keys to long-term success.
Final Thoughts: Focus on Structure, Not Political Noise
Frank26 and Walkingstick’s insights confirm a key lesson for holders:
“Do not let politics dictate your investment strategy. Focus on contracts, U.S. oversight, and structural readiness for Dinar revaluation.”
The system is in place. The U.S. is actively managing monetary reform. And Dinar holders should remain calm, patient, and informed.
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Frank26 We're keeping a very close eye on Iraq. We know Iraq...still have a lot of Iranian influence...Maliki and his clowns are trying to destroy it and tear it apart...That's why we just showed up.
You think we're going to allow them to do any of this?
Of course not. Don't worry. But you do have to deal with this so President Trump says America threatens to impose new financial sanctions of Iraq...
You think we're going to give it up? You think we're just going to walk away? You think all these 20 years is going to go down the toilet? You think all your dinars that we have in our Federal Reserves are for not?
...Trump has made it very clear...'I am in control of the monetary reform.'
Walkingstick
The contractors went into agreements with the Untied States on minerals...They are waiting for Trump to finish the negotiations. That's what you're seeing with Savaya. They are waiting for the rate to go into effect.
BTW they told me when they get the rate these contracts are long-term contracts with the Untied States for decades. The United States is first...The Untied States of America, due to these contracts will be heavily involved in the reconstruction of Iraq...
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