
News, Rumors and Opinions Monday PM 3-31-2025
KTFA:
Clare: Rafidain Bank CEO: The bank is at the beginning of a new phase with greater influence on the Iraqi financial landscape.
3/31/2025
Rafidain Bank General Manager Ali Al-Fatlawi announced that "the bank is at the beginning of a new phase, one that is more advanced and influential in the Iraqi financial landscape."
Al-Fatlawi said in a press statement, "The bank has witnessed a qualitative transformation in recent years, becoming a pillar of the modern Iraqi banking sector."
KTFA:
Clare: Rafidain Bank CEO: The bank is at the beginning of a new phase with greater influence on the Iraqi financial landscape.
3/31/2025
Rafidain Bank General Manager Ali Al-Fatlawi announced that "the bank is at the beginning of a new phase, one that is more advanced and influential in the Iraqi financial landscape."
Al-Fatlawi said in a press statement, "The bank has witnessed a qualitative transformation in recent years, becoming a pillar of the modern Iraqi banking sector."
He explained, "We have contracted with the American University of Baghdad to implement advanced programs in banking management, financial risks, and compliance," noting that "advanced systems have been adopted to combat money laundering and terrorist financing, including the UN-backed GoAML system."
Al-Fatlawi continued, "We launched a team dedicated to developing banking initiatives and contributed to settling electronic payment revenues for most government departments."
He added, "We launched electronic payment services that made it easier for employees and retirees to receive their benefits. We aspire to make Rafidain Bank a model of banking leadership in Iraq and the region." LINK
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Clare: Rafidain Bank General Manager: Financial technology is the future of the banking sector in Iraq.
3/31/2025- Baghdad
Rafidain Bank's General Manager, Ali Al-Fatlawi, confirmed that the bank has witnessed a qualitative transformation in recent years, becoming a pillar of the modern Iraqi banking sector through adopting financial technology, enhancing banking inclusion, and adhering to international standards of integrity and compliance.
Al-Fatlawi said in a statement reported by the official news agency, and reviewed by "Al-Eqtisad News," that the success was not merely the result of administrative decisions, but rather an integrated vision based on investing in human capital, building strategic partnerships, and upgrading banking services in accordance with the latest international standards.
Al-Fatlawi believes that no financial institution can achieve success and sustainability without qualified personnel possessing modern skills. Therefore, investing in the development of the bank's employees was one of our main priorities. We allocated large budgets for training, sent our staff to educational programs inside and outside Iraq, and contracted with the American University in Baghdad to implement advanced programs in banking management, financial risks, and compliance.
The General Manager of Rafidain Bank added that enhancing financial integrity was a priority, and we adopted advanced systems to combat money laundering and terrorist financing, including the UN-supported GoAML system, and cooperated with the global company K2 to develop compliance systems. He indicated that these steps strengthened the confidence of international regulatory and banking authorities in the bank and contributed to improving our position in the financial market.
He pointed out that financial inclusion is not an option, but an economic necessity. Therefore, we launched a team specialized in developing banking initiatives and contributed to the settlement of electronic payment revenues for most government departments, which reduced reliance on cash. We also launched electronic payment services that facilitated the easy collection of dues for employees and retirees.
He announced the launch of the ATM service for the first time, and the introduction of a savings card as a new service to enable customers to invest their money intelligently. We are also in the process of issuing a credit card, which will facilitate financial transactions inside and outside Iraq, placing us among the ranks of digitally advanced banks.
The General Manager of Rafidain Bank pointed to the establishment of partnerships with global institutions such as Ernst & Young (EY) to develop banking governance, and with K2 Global to enhance financial compliance, noting that these partnerships have increased the efficiency of our operations and made us more compliant with international banking standards.
He explained that Rafidain Bank is at the beginning of a new, more advanced and influential phase in the Iraqi financial landscape, as we continue to launch digital services, enhance financial inclusion, and expand our international partnerships. He indicated that we aspire to make Rafidain Bank a model of banking leadership in Iraq and the region. LINK
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Courtesy of Dinar Guru: https://www.dinarguru.com/
Militia Man Article: "The Central Bank Will Launch A Major Initiative to Finance Industrial Projects" This should be a big deal for everybody because it is about doing something different and doing it outside of the tripartite budget...They're going to have to have an international currency to be able to do these new projects...
Mnt Goat “AL-NUSAIRI: 2025 INDICATORS: A STRONG ECONOMY, A RECOVERING DINAR, AND DEVELOPING BANKS.” Quote: "... our dinar is recovering and gradually returning towards an exchange rate against the US dollar towards theequilibrium price targeted by the Central Bank." ...He said “gradual”...Then he talks about an “equilibrium” price that is being targeted by the CBI. ...my CBI contact has been telling us...that the parallel market must be cracked to drive down the informal price of the dollar to the “official” CBI rate. Appears to me they are cracking the parallel market...this will not happen overnight...The CBI is not going to divulge this target rate to us but we do know they told us it is at the “official” rate or very close to it. Then we were told when this happens this will trigger the Project to Delete the Zeros...
Trump's External Revenue Service (ERS) to Begin with Reciprocal Tariffs
Clear Value Tax: 3-31-2025
When These 4 Things Happen, the Global Monetary Reset Is Complete
When These 4 Things Happen, the Global Monetary Reset Is Complete
Taylor Kenny: 3-30-2025
They won’t hold a press conference to announce the global monetary reset — but it’s already happening.
Four real-time signals are quietly dismantling the financial system as we know it… and almost no one is paying attention.
If you don’t know what they are, you’re already behind.
When These 4 Things Happen, the Global Monetary Reset Is Complete
Taylor Kenny: 3-30-2025
They won’t hold a press conference to announce the global monetary reset — but it’s already happening.
Four real-time signals are quietly dismantling the financial system as we know it… and almost no one is paying attention.
If you don’t know what they are, you’re already behind.
Join Taylor Kenney as she breaks down each signal and what it means for your wealth, your future, and your family.
Monday Coffee with MarkZ. 03/31/2025
Monday Coffee with MarkZ. 03/31/2025
MarkZ Update- Some highlights by PDK-Not verbatim
MarkZ Disclaimer: Please consider everything on this call as my opinion. People who take notes do not catch everything and its best to watch the video so that you get everything in context. Be sure to consult a professional for any financial decisions
Member: Happy Monday and last day of March. A new month is upon us and brings a new hope.
Member: Happy Monday…..new start to a new week of waiting.
Member: Anyone think this is our week?
Monday Coffee with MarkZ. 03/31/2025
MarkZ Update- Some highlights by PDK-Not verbatim
MarkZ Disclaimer: Please consider everything on this call as my opinion. People who take notes do not catch everything and its best to watch the video so that you get everything in context. Be sure to consult a professional for any financial decisions
Member: Happy Monday and last day of March. A new month is upon us and brings a new hope.
Member: Happy Monday…..new start to a new week of waiting.
Member: Anyone think this is our week?
Member: I’m hoping this is going to be a great week!!
Member: Hope springs eternal…but boy am I tired.
Member: Did any of your bond contacts receive their money yet Mark? Starting to lose hope.
MZ: How do I say this without getting anybody into trouble? I will have to think about this…..but I have great hope.
Member: what does your gut say Mark?
MZ: My gut has been notoriously wrong….but based on overwhelming news from bond contacts that they expect full payments this week…..I am looking somewhere around April 8th. So early next week makes sense to me….But remember I have been wrong in the past.
Member: What does everyone think will happen April 2?
Member: Reciprocal tariffs start…..and lots of msm will lose their minds.
Member; I do not think Nesara will start like many of the rumors over the weekend say it will…..but maybe after the audits of the Fed, The Treasury and Ft. Knox…we will see something happen for us.
Member: Time to pull the switch on all of this change!
Member: haha, I'm prepared for "liberation day" to be a big nothing burger so getting some libations stocked up!
Member: Why would Trump call April 2nd as "Liberation Day" ? Would that begin the external revenue service where we see DOGE dividend checks? RV happen simultaneously? ?
Member: Anyone know why Trump said Treasury Secretary Bessent is excited about April 2nd??
Member: the trade war is much bigger than anyone thinks. It’s going to cause the worlds markets to go down.
MZ: I think it’s brilliant. We know we need a correction- it is correcting…... We know the stock market is overpriced on stocks versus earnings. This is based on data from the last 94 years. (since 1929)
MZ: At the same time-what else is happening? Stocks are coming down to a more sane level and a historic rise in metals. For them to reset this……we need a stock market that is valued appropriately. We also need metals to go up to revalue the rate of gold held by the US (It is currently at about $42.00 an ounce) .......
MZ: So gold needs to go up and the market needs to go down. Prices need to deflate back to where they were in the 60’s and 70’s. Those things are happening right now. Gold this morning was $3,127…..we are watching happen what needs to happen. We are watching a reset….but instead of it happening all at one time …We are watching it in slow motion.
Member: Gold Surged up over 3150 this weekend. Rumor is that there was a very important meeting last week with the Chinese Elders and every Treasury department globally. After that meeting, Gold and Silver Surged up.
Member: Would it be possible that the President is going to announce we are back on the Gold Standard on 4/2?
MZ: “ US sets sights on $1.5 Trillion lithium find in McDermott Caldera’s record deposit” This is on the Oregan/ Nevada border and one of the largest lithium deposits found in the US…..……Suddenly many natural resources are being discovered all over the world. ….. Its like they are about to base our wealth on commodities….and go asset backed….everytime in history that fiat has crashed…commodities have always gotten a heck of a boost.
Member: I think we wont see the RV until the budget is balanced…The RV will remove all the foreign debt once the budget is balanced
MZ: That might makes sense. Doge is necessary. They need to fix what is wrong in our government.
Member: The bible says “Don’t put new wine in an old wineskin.”
Member: Maybe things are already being fixed behind the scenes???
Member: Hearing that Sudani will release the financial reform immediately after Eid. Eid al Fitr will be ending on Liberation Day. Is it possible we see the finish line late on the 2nd?
MZ: it is very possible we see it then. There was a lot of expectation for the weekend. It could be the second but no one knows the timing. Continue to make good decisions and be responsible.
MZ: We absolutely know the system will reset. History shows up that resets are cyclical. They do break and they do reset. We are way past due for a reset.
Member: TNT Posted that 1 and 5 and 10 lower Denomination were released
Member: Tomorrow marks the first day of a new quarter. Shabibi mentioned it starting on a quarter somewhere.
MZ: It would be easiest for them to start then.
Member: I heard a rumor all contracts in Iraq expire today!!!
MZ: I have not heard that from any of my sources. No one I know agrees with that.
Member: Florida governor this morning talking about eliminating property tax.....
Member: A person named Mel has said a 100T Zim note will be worth about $11 million.
MZ: The lowest I have heard is $11 Million per 1 100T note. I usually hear $30-$50 million. Noone will know for sure until we reach the finish line.
Member: "Luck favors the prepared, dahling" - Edna Mode, The Incredibles
Member: Thank you Mark, for doing your utmost best to keep us sane and hopeful thru all this craziness. you are Greatly Appreciated!
Member: Thank Mark and Mods….Everyone have a wonderful day and see you for coffee tomorrow morning.
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News, Rumors and Opinions Monday 3-31-2025
Note: All intel should be considered as "Rumors" until we receive official announcements ...and “Rates and Dates” could change anytime until we get to the banks/redemption centers.
RV Excerpts from the Restored Republic via a GCR: Update as of Mon. 31 March 2025
Compiled Mon. 31 March 2025 12:01 am EST by Judy Byington
Global Currency Reset:
Tues. 25 March 2025 Mr. Pool: Reports from Reno suggest that the first batches of ZIM holders have been escorted under military guard to classified exchange points. https://t.me/Official_MrPool
Thurs. 27 March 2025 Bruce: Bond Holder Paymasters were saying Bond Holders would have access to their accounts over the weekend. As of ten am Thurs. 27 March 12% of Bond Holders had gone through.
Note: All intel should be considered as "Rumors" until we receive official announcements ...and “Rates and Dates” could change anytime until we get to the banks/redemption centers.
RV Excerpts from the Restored Republic via a GCR: Update as of Mon. 31 March 2025
Compiled Mon. 31 March 2025 12:01 am EST by Judy Byington
Global Currency Reset:
Tues. 25 March 2025 Mr. Pool: Reports from Reno suggest that the first batches of ZIM holders have been escorted under military guard to classified exchange points. https://t.me/Official_MrPool
Thurs. 27 March 2025 Bruce: Bond Holder Paymasters were saying Bond Holders would have access to their accounts over the weekend. As of ten am Thurs. 27 March 12% of Bond Holders had gone through. Multiple sources said Tier4b (Us, The Internet Group) would likely get notification to set appointments very soon. The full revaluation will happen after Tues. 1 April 2025. The month of April will see an increase in Social Security payments. On Thurs. 27 March the 800 number was being loaded into the various systems.
Wed. 2 April 2015 is Liberation Day (the anniversary of the April 2 1792 birth of the US Dollar under a gold and silver standard) when gold/asset-backed monies of Nesara/Gesara would (ALLEGEDLY)be released to The People of the World.
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Sat. 29 March 2025 Mayhem with Mel, Shakalaka BOOM Call: https://youtu.be/VSmR4LfsfYs
The Chinese Elders recently did RV changes on the Treaty and all 209 Countries and their treasuries(ALLEGEDLY) re-signed the treaty.
On Tues. 25 March at 2am EST Tier 3 and T4a Paymasters were (ALLEGEDLY)made LIQUID.
RENO is part of the comms for the RV in process. There are four new Earth Regions (North, South, East and West). The Wealth Transfer will go from East to West.
When the price of gold reached $3,15k it was the (ALLEGEDLY)marker to release the Gold Standard.
Notifications for Tier4b to set appointments were(ALLEGEDLY) set to come out on Mon. 31 March 2025.
There were over 10 million currency holders in the US. There were 1,250 currency holders in Australia. The minimum payouts in the US was expected to be $20 million, with $100 billion expected to be paid out in redemption/ exchanges linked to gold.
It will take 60 days to complete the redemption/exchange process.
MarkZ has reported Agro Checks higher than they will ACTUALLY BE….Still will be a very good rate.
Mel will not have the US RATES. She will only REPORT the Australian Rates. Each country will have different rates. ZIM 100 Trillion Notes will be exchanged at $11 million each, not at a 1:1.
Confirmed: each appointment will be between 12-15 minutes, and if you plan to mention your PROJECT there, only use 5 words to describe it, there will be a LIST of 5 level Projects to view at the appointment.
Appointments will have two skilled and trained professionals handling your redemption/ exchanges. There will be major security at every location. You may take your cell phone, and may want to turn it off, for further location purposes.
Your current bank accounts are(ALLEGEDLY) already Quantum. You will have three months to set your bank accounts as you want. No Trust Accounts are required, not even in the US.
Pango and Boulevard Bonds will be truanted.
401K in US will have access to Super Funds, as will Australia
New RETIREMENT AGE is 55
Mel says she is tired of sitting on her findings about the Yellow Dragoon BONDS. Her call confirmed that out of 20 yellow Dragons, maybe four are REAL. She says to take them and all your currency/bonds with you to appointment.
No Red or Black Dragon Bonds have gone through. The Green Dragoon Bonds were very rare. The real ones have specific features that can be found with the appointment machines
Australia has reset. The Australian Dollar is 50-60 cents to the USD.
The Digital Ledger will show your amounts that will be paid to you.
Australia will have a 2 week NDA, larger amounts may have a 12 month NDA.
You will get a GIFT BAG at your appointment containing things you will need, guidelines, etc.
There are five currencies to pay out in Australia: Dinar, Rupee, Zimbabwe, Agro checks and Dong. Australia Rates on the Dinar is $31.42, Dong is $22.33.
New Zealand will have two centers for appointments.
Med Bed System Protocol: Three weeks after your appointment, you will get your Med bed appointment.
Read full post here: https://dinarchronicles.com/2025/03/31/restored-republic-via-a-gcr-update-as-of-march-31-2025/
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Courtesy of Dinar Guru: https://www.dinarguru.com/
Bruce [via WiserNow] The actual full revaluation is supposed to happen...after the first week or so of April, but we don't need all the currencies to be revalued for us to begin our exchanges...we're looking good as everything is coming together.
Frank26 Sudani has done everything possible to bring security and stability to the monetary reform of the Central Bank of Iraq that is soon to bring you a new exchange rate with purchasing power. This may be my opinion but the evidence makes it look like a fact.
There are only 4 Ways This Can Go
Heresy Financial: 3-31-2025
TIMECODES
00:00 The Hidden Crisis No One’s Talking About
00:28 Only 4 Ways Out
01:03 Option 1: Printing (Inflation)
01:49 Yield Curve Control Explained
02:34 How the Fed Hid the Cost of Debt
03:00 Bank Deregulation = Stealth QE
03:58 Who Pays the Price for Inflation?
04:36 Why Inflation Isn’t the Plan (Yet)
04:39 Option 2: Austerity
05:13 Why Austerity Hurts Short Term
06:01 Surplus vs. Deficit Explained
07:01 Debt Is Bigger Than Dollars
07:51 What Happens When Debt Shrinks Money
08:33 Deflation = Economic Death Spiral
09:04 The Borrower’s Worst Nightmare
09:28 Why Austerity Likely Won’t Happen
09:36 Option 3: Default
09:58 Could the Government Just Not Pay?
10:43 Why Lenders Might Be Left Holding the Bag
11:03 Default Would Break the Financial System
11:25 The U.S. Has Defaulted Before
12:22 Why Future Default Is Unlikely
12:53 Option 4: Productivity
13:06 How the U.S. Deleveraged After WWII
13:24 Deregulation = Hidden Growth Trigger
13:55 Government Red Tape Is the Real Tax
14:26 The Boot on the Neck of the Economy
14:42 AI + Energy = Explosive Productivity
15:04 Government Will Tax the Boom
15:54 The Coming Mix of All Four Options
16:45 Austerity? Don’t Count on It
17:01 Inflation + Productivity = Most Likely Outcome
“Tidbits From TNT” Monday Morning 3-31-2025
TNT:
Tishwash: Iraq surpasses Saudi Arabia in oil exports to the US
The U.S. Energy Information Administration announced on Sunday that Iraq's oil exports surpassed those of Saudi Arabia last week, reaching 203,000 barrels per day.
The administration explained, in its weekly schedule, that "the average US imports of crude oil from ten major countries reached 5.648 million barrels per day, an increase of 975,000 barrels from the previous week, when the average was 4.673 million barrels per day."
She added, "Iraq's oil exports to the United States have risen to 203,000 barrels per day, meaning that Iraq has surpassed Saudi Arabia, whose exports reached 144,000 barrels per day."
TNT:
Tishwash: Iraq surpasses Saudi Arabia in oil exports to the US
The U.S. Energy Information Administration announced on Sunday that Iraq's oil exports surpassed those of Saudi Arabia last week, reaching 203,000 barrels per day.
The administration explained, in its weekly schedule, that "the average US imports of crude oil from ten major countries reached 5.648 million barrels per day, an increase of 975,000 barrels from the previous week, when the average was 4.673 million barrels per day."
She added, "Iraq's oil exports to the United States have risen to 203,000 barrels per day, meaning that Iraq has surpassed Saudi Arabia, whose exports reached 144,000 barrels per day."
Regarding other countries, the administration indicated that "the largest US oil revenues last week came from Canada, at a rate of 3.983 million barrels per day, followed by Mexico, at a rate of 393,000 barrels per day, then Brazil, at a rate of 241,000 barrels per day, and Venezuela, at a rate of 195,000 barrels per day."
The report continued, explaining that US crude oil imports also included Colombia at a rate of 190,000 barrels per day, Saudi Arabia at a rate of 144,000 barrels per day, Ecuador at a rate of 127,000 barrels per day, and Libya and Nigeria at a rate of 86,000 barrels per day each. link
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Tishwash: Central Bank: We will launch a major initiative to finance industrial projects
The Central Bank of Iraq announced on Sunday its intention to launch a major initiative to finance industrial projects in cooperation with the Trade Bank of Iraq and the Industrial Bank.
"We are currently making arrangements to finance major industrial projects through coordination between the Trade Bank of Iraq and the Industrial Bank. This will be done by utilizing the liquidity available at the Trade Bank of Iraq and recycling this money in the Industrial Bank to launch a major initiative to finance industrial projects in Iraq, which will soon see the light of day," Central Bank Governor Ali Al-Alaq told the National News Agency, as reported by Kalamah News.
He added, "This initiative was recently proposed by the Cabinet as part of the government's banking sector reform program and government measures with the Central Bank," noting that "the Cabinet agreed to cooperate between government banks with a financial surplus to finance a package of industrial projects through the Industrial Bank."
He explained that "all other projects are funded according to their sectoral channels, as part of the government's general approach to supporting industrial, agricultural, housing, education, health, investment, and other projects." link
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Tishwash: Iraq is accelerating its efforts to wean itself off Iranian gas. What are the immediate alternatives?
Member of the Parliamentary Electricity and Energy Committee, Hatem Al-Saadi, confirmed on Sunday that the government has begun to look for alternatives to Iranian gas to power power plants, especially with the approaching summer season and increased energy demand. He also pointed to a number of alternatives to compensate for Iranian gas, which is under US sanctions.
Al-Saadi said, "The move toward clean energy has become a foregone conclusion, especially after the imposition of US sanctions on the Islamic Republic of Iran and the resulting damage to Iraq. The Iraqi government had to find alternatives to Iranian gas, which will lead to a significant shortage in electricity supply next summer."
Al-Saadi added, "Solutions must be immediate and swift. There are gas imports from abroad, offshore platforms after construction, and oil pipelines being constructed by the Oil Projects Company from the ports to the power plants in Basra Governorate."
Al-Saadi continued, "The government has begun to move toward renewable energy and existing waste, especially since a number of investment companies are interested in generating electricity by establishing stations after incinerating existing waste in Iraq." He noted that "there is a directive from the Ministry of Electricity to all governorates to provide plots of land for this purpose."
The parliamentary energy member continued, "Electricity is a crucial element, and the government has taken proactive steps to minimize the damage caused by the Iranian gas cutoff. If there is a shortage of electricity, we could witness demonstrations due to the deterioration of electricity services over the past 20 years, due to the rampant corruption of successive governments, without any deterrent to all these corrupt individuals."
Al-Saadi pointed out that "gas imports will currently be from Qatar and the Sultanate of Oman, which are the closest and best options, given their proximity to the Arabian Gulf." link
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20 Reasons Why the Federal Reserve is at the Heart of our Economic Problems
20 Reasons Why the Federal Reserve is at the Heart of our Economic Problems
Epic Economist: 3-31-2025
Many Americans feel a sense of unease about the state of the economy. The national debt has ballooned to a staggering $36 trillion, and total societal debt sits at a colossal $102 trillion.
While political debates often center on blaming Democrats or Republicans for this predicament, a deeper understanding reveals a more complex and potentially troubling truth: the system itself may be designed to generate debt.
20 Reasons Why the Federal Reserve is at the Heart of our Economic Problems
Epic Economist: 3-31-2025
Many Americans feel a sense of unease about the state of the economy. The national debt has ballooned to a staggering $36 trillion, and total societal debt sits at a colossal $102 trillion.
While political debates often center on blaming Democrats or Republicans for this predicament, a deeper understanding reveals a more complex and potentially troubling truth: the system itself may be designed to generate debt.
At the heart of this system lies the Federal Reserve, an institution often misunderstood by the general public. Ask the average American to explain its role, and you’ll likely encounter blank stares or vague definitions. This lack of understanding is a significant problem because many believe the Federal Reserve wields immense power over our economic future.
So, what exactly is the Federal Reserve? Many assume it’s a government agency, but this isn’t entirely accurate. In fact, the Federal Reserve has argued in court that it is not an agency of the federal government. This highlights a critical distinction: the Federal Reserve is, in essence, a privately owned banking cartel.
This private entity holds a perpetual monopoly over our monetary system, granted by the U.S. Congress. This means it has the power to create money, set interest rates, and influence the overall financial health of the nation.
Critics argue that this power has been used to systematically erode the value of the U.S. dollar, cripple the economy, and push the government toward bankruptcy.
The Federal Reserve operates with a veil of secrecy, often acting as if it is not accountable to the American people. Yet, its decisions have a profound impact on the lives of every single American citizen, from the interest rate on their mortgage to the price of groceries.
Understanding the Federal Reserve is crucial to understanding the current economic climate. Its structure, its powers, and its actions are not always transparent, but they are arguably the driving force behind many of the economic challenges we face today.
Once you grasp the fundamental role the Federal Reserve plays, you begin to see economic issues through a new and potentially more critical lens.
Instead of simply pointing fingers at political parties, it’s imperative to delve into the mechanics of the Federal Reserve, question its autonomy, and demand greater transparency. Only then can we begin to have a truly informed conversation about the future of our economy and hold accountable the institutions that shape it.
Is the Federal Reserve solely to blame? Perhaps not. But ignoring its influence is no longer an option if we want to understand, and ultimately address, the mounting economic pressures facing the nation.
Watch the video below from Epic Economist for more information.
MilitiaMan & Crew: Central Bank of Iraq-Talks in March - Digital Dinar-Major Initiative to Finance Industrial Projects
MilitiaMan & Crew: Central Bank of Iraq-Talks in March - Digital Dinar-Major Initiative to Finance Industrial Projects
3-30-2025
The Crew: Samson, PompeyPeter, Petra, Daytrader, Sunkissed, GIGI and Militia Man
Be sure to listen to full video for all the news……..
MilitiaMan & Crew: Central Bank of Iraq-Talks in March - Digital Dinar-Major Initiative to Finance Industrial Projects
3-30-2025
The Crew: Samson, PompeyPeter, Petra, Daytrader, Sunkissed, GIGI and Militia Man
Be sure to listen to full video for all the news……..
Suggested Bank appointment for Currency EXCHANGE Instructions/Checklist
From Recaps Archive by request……..
Note: All items on the checklist may or may not apply to your own individual circumstances…some of the items listed may or may not still be applicable at your exchange apt....ask your banker at the time of your appointment.
Suggested Bank appointment for Currency EXCHANGE Instructions/Checklist
For your own records
Bank Name_________________________________________
I have________________________ IQN(Iraqi)currency
From Recaps Archive by request……..
Note: All items on the checklist may or may not apply to your own individual circumstances…some of the items listed may or may not still be applicable at your exchange apt....ask your banker at the time of your appointment.
Suggested Bank appointment for Currency EXCHANGE Instructions/Checklist
For your own records
Bank Name_________________________________________
I have________________________ IQN(Iraqi)currency
I have________________________VNN(Vietnamese)currency
I have________________________1000 notes from2000 ofIDN (Indonesian)currency
I have_________100Trillion,________50Trillion,_______20Trillionand_______10Trillion
2008AAnotesofZWN(Zimbabwe)currency
FILL IN THE BLANKS for EXCHANGE appointment information that you get from the call
center representative:
Your appointment Information:
Date_________________________
TIME_________________________
The Location____________________
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The Day of Your Appointment- Things To Do
1. Make sure you know where you are going. Arrive early so you can “get yourself together, take a deep breath”.Do not loiter. If you are too early, stay SECURELY in the general area but not in the bank
parking lot!
2. Remember to get in and get the EXCHANGE done, there a lot of other people behind you in line so be thoughtful of their time as well.
You will have time for questions at your second appointment with your new Private Banker/Wealth Manager.
3. Be discrete, be professional, and be alert and aware of your surroundings. BREATHE! Seriously consider hiring security to accompany you to your appointment or bring a trusted friend.
4. Collect business cards from everyone or take their name and phone numbers as well as the location of their regular branch office.
5. Read and Sign the NDA. If it is simple and states you cannot tell anyone except your spouse, lawyer, or CPA (These are the people that need to know how you came about your money for tax purposes) how you came about all of your new found wealth, sign it and move forward with your exchange.
Be prepared to uphold it!
If you break the terms, you could lose your newfound wealth.
If the NDA is more complex and you are not comfortable with it, simply let them know you would like to explore your options with another banking institution. They may or may not waive the NDA.
REMEMBER TO GET A COPY OF THE NDA IF YOU SIGNED IT.
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The Day of Your Appointment Things NOT To Do
Do not demand anything while at the bank or act like a lunatic, you will be escorted out.
Remember the Golden Rule “Treat others the way you wish to be Treated”!!!
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Suggested Items to Bring to the EXCHANGE Appointment
(Check off the list as you put all items needed together to make sure you remember everything)
“Driver’s License
“Second form of ID (a credit card or passport)
“Your most recent utility bill (Water, power, etc.) to confirm residency in case you have never held an account with the bank you will be exchanging with or for another form of ID
“Power of Attorney Paperwork (If you are exchanging for someone else)
“A pad, pen to take notes, calculator
“Receipts for all currency purchased or gifting letter if they were a gift in case they are needed (Do not offer them, only do so if they are requested)
“IQN / VNN / IDN / ZWN currency
“Have your TOD designees (Transferable on Death) full legal names, phone numbers, addresses and Social Security Numbers written down that you want listed on your accounts.
You can have multiple TOD designations per account (Wife/Husband, Children, Grandchildren, Nieces/Nephews, etc.)
“Have a list of Cashier’s Checks you will need, if any, along with the exact amounts and who they need to be Payable to
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New Account Numbers for each Currency EXCHANGED
( SOME SAY TO NOT EXCHANGE ALL CURRENCIES IN TO ONE ACCOUNT, OPEN SEPARATE ACCOUNTS FOR EACH CURRENCY!!!!...BUT THAT MAY HAVE CHANGED OVER THE YEARS)
Name of Bank Exchanger____________________________________________
Bank____________________________________________
Branch___________________________________________
Checking Account Number__________________________________________
Checking Routing Number__________________________________________
Savings Account Number (Deposit 50% of your Exchange for Taxes just in case and do not touch until Tax Time)_________________________________________
Add TOD (Transferable on Death) Names to Accounts (Checking and Savings)
“Make sure you receive copies of the deposit slips and all account information
“Get Clean and Clear Certificates – at least 10 or more (Documentation that your money is not tied to anything illegal)
“Get starter checks if needed until your checks arrive
“Get ATM card if you want one
“Set up Online Banking if wanted
“Inquire about Extra Insurance for your funds __________
(Use the same format for all currencies if they are also exchangeable at this time)
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DID YOU GET A COPY OF YOUR SIGNED NDA?
Set second appointment with a Private Banker or Wealth Manager (The bank will guide as to who you need to speak with based on your EXCHANGE/deposit amount
This appointment will be the one in which you discuss all of your options for investment and
your “perks”
Private Banker Name__________________________
Telephone Number____________________________
Appointment time______________
Location___________________________
News, Rumors and Opinions Sunday 3-30-2025
KTFA:
Clare: Office of Grand Ayatollah Sistani: Tomorrow, Monday, is the first day of Eid al-Fitr.
3/30/2025
Najaf -
The office of the Grand Ayatollah Ali al-Sistani announced that tomorrow, Monday, is the first of Shawwal 1446 AH, and the first day of Eid al-Fitr.
KTFA:
Clare: Office of Grand Ayatollah Sistani: Tomorrow, Monday, is the first day of Eid al-Fitr.
3/30/2025
Najaf -
The office of the Grand Ayatollah Ali al-Sistani announced that tomorrow, Monday, is the first of Shawwal 1446 AH, and the first day of Eid al-Fitr. LINK
Clare: The Central Bank to Nina: We will launch a major initiative to finance industrial projects.
3/30/2025 Baghdad /
The Central Bank of Iraq announced its intention to launch a major initiative to finance industrial projects in cooperation with the Trade Bank of Iraq and the Industrial Bank.
The Governor of the Central Bank, Ali Al-Alaq, said in a statement to the National Iraqi News Agency ( NINA ), "We are currently making arrangements to finance major industrial projects through coordination between the Trade Bank of Iraq and the Industrial Bank, by taking advantage of the liquidity available at the Trade Bank of Iraq and recycling these funds in the Industrial Bank to launch a major initiative to finance industrial projects in Iraq, which will see the light soon."
He added, "This initiative was recently proposed by the Council of Ministers, within the framework of the government banking sector reform program and government procedures with the Central Bank, indicating that the Council of Ministers agreed to have cooperation between government banks with a financial surplus to finance a package of industrial projects through the Industrial Bank."
He explained that "all other projects are financed according to their sectoral channels, within the general government direction to support industrial, agricultural, housing, education, health, investment and other projects." LINK
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Courtesy of Dinar Guru: https://www.dinarguru.com/
MarkZ [via PDK] I continue to hear from bond contacts that they were told they would conclude their transactions this coming week. They have been telling me that now for about 3 days. They are exceptionally hopeful that this movie is coming to an end and the roller coaster ride is almost over. I was always told when the bond holders get paid – currency folks...will go within 3-10 days.
Militia Man 1310 is not a traditional currency. What Iraq used to be is a 'previous era' from the old 'glory days', that was a traditional value. Is it going to be something like that? We're going to have to wait and see but obviously they're getting ready to show and launch a digital dinar in the country of Iraq.
STAGFLATION WARNING: Panic Begins as Inflation Rises, Economy Slows and Trade Policy Chaos Deepens
Lena Petroa: 3-30-2025
MARKETS A LOOK AHEAD: "When Reality Is Distorted." (Beyond The Markets).
Greg Mannarino: 3-30-2025
“Tidbits From TNT” Sunday Morning 3-30-2025
TNT:
Tishwash: The fate of 315 contract employees at the Ministry of Oil has been revealed - Urgent
Member of Parliament, Ali Al-Mashkoor, revealed today, Saturday (March 29, 2025), the fate of 315 contract employees in the Ministry of Oil.
Al-Mashkoor told Baghdad Today, "The Oil Minister informed Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani that oil companies have the funds to finalize all contracts, including Contract 315, and to close this file at the ministry."
He added, "The Ministry of Oil is awaiting government instructions to approve the completion of the stabilization or to include a paragraph in the 2025 budget tables, which are expected to reach Parliament in the coming period."
TNT:
Tishwash: The fate of 315 contract employees at the Ministry of Oil has been revealed - Urgent
Member of Parliament, Ali Al-Mashkoor, revealed today, Saturday (March 29, 2025), the fate of 315 contract employees in the Ministry of Oil.
Al-Mashkoor told Baghdad Today, "The Oil Minister informed Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani that oil companies have the funds to finalize all contracts, including Contract 315, and to close this file at the ministry."
He added, "The Ministry of Oil is awaiting government instructions to approve the completion of the stabilization or to include a paragraph in the 2025 budget tables, which are expected to reach Parliament in the coming period."
Al-Mashkoor expressed his "hope that the 315 contracts would be confirmed in all ministries to enhance their financial capacity to cope with the difficult living conditions."
According to statements by members of the Parliamentary Finance Committee, the 2025 budget schedules do not include any appointments due to the financial deficit it is suffering from, coupled with fluctuating oil prices, the mainstay of Iraq's revenues link
Tishwash: The government completes the budget schedules amid a deficit that affects jobs and services in Iraq.
A government source reported on Saturday that the general budget schedules have been completed and will be submitted to the House of Representatives after the Eid al-Fitr holiday. The source indicated that it will be approximately $200 billion, with a large deficit that will reduce the operating budget and reduce service projects.
The source told Shafaq News Agency, "The general budget schedules have been completed in a preliminary form and may be transferred to the House of Representatives immediately after the Eid holiday. If this is not possible, it may arrive before the first half of next April so that the legality of its paragraphs can be discussed by the relevant committees in a manner consistent with government spending and the requirements of the stage."
The source explained that "the total budget amounts will be around $200 billion, with a significant deficit due to the significant decline in strategic reserves of gold and hard currency, in addition to the lack of financial liquidity due to the many projects that require significant spending."
The source indicated that "the operating budget will be reduced, and the pace of service projects launched by the government will be reduced. Consequently, we may witness an urgent budget, as the Independent High Electoral Commission is requesting its financial allocations by mid-April at the latest, to enable it to allocate its spending to prepare for the elections in October."
Economic experts have warned of the impact of delaying the approval of the general budget on economic activity in Iraq, given that it represents a strategic plan for economic development, job creation, and financial stability. At the same time, they emphasized the importance of disbursing the budget, rather than approving it without funding, as occurred last year. This comes amid government assurances that the economic situation is "stable."
The "triennial" federal budget was approved in 2023, for the years 2023, 2024, and 2025. However, Parliament must approve the budget schedules for each year, and the current year's budget schedules are still with the government, which is currently amending them. link
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Tishwash: PM's Advisor :The Strategic Framework Agreement between Iraq and USA established the foundation for stable bilateral relations
The Prime Minister's Advisor for Financial Affairs, Mudhar Mohammed Salih, confirmed on Saturday that the Strategic Framework Agreement contributed to strengthening Iraq's financial and banking integration. He also noted that Iraq's relationship with the United States contributed to achieving balance in foreign policy and the economy.
Salih told the Iraqi News Agency (INA): "The Strategic Framework Agreement signed between Iraq and the United States in 2008 formed the basis for the development of paths of stability in bilateral relations between the two friendly countries, and on many axes of joint cooperation, which is important in the relationship with a major country like the United States."
He explained that "the role and importance of the United States in the international coalition forces, through its significant participation in combating ISIS terrorism, is an important element in the process of preserving our country's sovereignty, security, and stability. It provided a solid signal to open the doors of the world to international trade and investment links for Iraq, at high levels, through a large gateway whose title is security, stability, and prosperity with the world."
Salih added, "The agreement was a positive channel for creating an atmosphere of financial and banking relations that charted Iraq's path to integration into the international financial and banking system without fears of international financing, while achieving a high degree of transparency and governance with the international banking market and the international financial and economic community."
He continued, "If the United States is the world's leading energy producer, Iraq is OPEC's second-largest crude oil producer, meaning that our country is a strategic international energy hub, and its security and economic stability will remain essential to international development."
He added, "Since the defeat of ISIS terrorism (and in cooperation with friendly major powers, specifically the United States), our country has been able to pursue a neutral and highly independent policy that seeks to build stable economies in a turbulent world. Iraq is a stable achievement that can be emulated in light of the highly complex regional and international geography and politics."
He pointed out that "the friendly and cooperative relations between Iraq and the United States have provided Iraq with two important paths over two decades. The first is achieving balance in Iraq's foreign relations with the United States and not relying on a single axis, or what is called engaging in the policy of axes."
He continued, "The other axis is the role of our country's peace strategy, which has led to reducing regional tensions by building balanced relations with international and neighboring powers, after our country became a highly important international and regional player, credited with providing elements of stability in the region and the world."
The Prime Minister's Advisor emphasized that "the continued improvement of the relationship between Iraq and the United States will continue to contribute to achieving stability and sustainable development, while ensuring that this relationship remains balanced and preserves Iraq's sovereignty and the independence of its national decision-making.
This is currently achieved through mutual respect and America's appreciation for Iraq's positive positions and its commitment to building just regional peace, security, and shared development." link
Mot: Staring
Mot: ... the Real Luxuries in Life - are ~~~~
Gold in Hyperdrive in Hyper-Levered House of Cards
Greg Hunter (w/ Bill Holter): Gold in Hyperdrive in Hyper-Levered House of Cards
USA Watchdog: 2-29-2025
Precious metals expert and financial writer Bill Holter has long said there is a long list of financial trouble coming to America.
DOGE (Department of Government Accountability) has put the financial reckoning for massive debt and fraud into hyperdrive.
Gold smells big trouble with another new record high just last week. Gold is in hyperdrive in an economic hyper-levered house of cards. Holter explains, “Gold is now considered a Tier 1 asset, but more importantly, gold cannot bankrupt.
Greg Hunter (w/ Bill Holter): Gold in Hyperdrive in Hyper-Levered House of Cards
USA Watchdog: 2-29-2025
Precious metals expert and financial writer Bill Holter has long said there is a long list of financial trouble coming to America.
DOGE (Department of Government Accountability) has put the financial reckoning for massive debt and fraud into hyperdrive.
Gold smells big trouble with another new record high just last week. Gold is in hyperdrive in an economic hyper-levered house of cards. Holter explains, “Gold is now considered a Tier 1 asset, but more importantly, gold cannot bankrupt.
I think big money is looking at the financial system and understanding that it is a hyper-levered house of cards or Ponzi scheme. Sovereign Treasuries from across the world can and, highly likely, will default in some cases.
Gold and silver cannot default. Gold and silver are money.
This fiat experiment started off with dollars, European currencies, the yen, etcetera. They were derivatives of gold. . . . They have had several suppression schemes to keep the price down, and they desperately have to keep the price of silver down because if silver runs, gold is going to follow.
High and rising gold process are basically a vote of no confidence by the international community.”
Don’t underestimate how disruptive DOGE cutting fraud and waste will be on the economy. Holter points out, “The last time we interviewed, we talked about DOGE and all of this slush money being paid out. Look at the 14 magic money machines that Elon Musk has found.
All this money being spewed into the economy registers as GDP. So, if you shut those spigots off, you are shutting off the money, and the real economy slows down. There is less cash flow from that.
The real danger, and I am not so sure it is by accident, is this Trump’s idea of pulling the plug? I have to believe he understands that by cutting the spending or cutting the capital that is going into the system, with the system as leveraged as it is right now, it’s going to take everything down.
What you are doing is cutting off new money to the Ponzi scheme, and no Ponzi scheme can survive without continually getting new money coming into it.”
Holter also says, “The United States was considered for years and years the safe haven because of its pristine rule of law. When you pull the curtain back and everything is rotten, confidence breaks. You are not going to have money moving into the US for safe haven status. You are going to have money leaving the United States.
It’s not just the money that is not going to hit the streets because of DOGE, but mentally because of the corruption they are exposing. DOGE is basically exposing that the United States is corrupt and a s****y place to do business.”
In closing, Holter says, “DOGE revealing that they just pay money out of thin air is a huge problem. You can’t do the math if you don’t have good numbers. . . . If we can glean that they are going to cut $500 billion or $1 trillion or $2 trillion and we can figure out that is a problem for the real economy and the financial markets, don’t you think the people running the show know that?
That tells me they are purposely pulling the rug out from under the system. It’s game over.”
There is much more in the 53-minute interview.
https://usawatchdog.com/gold-in-hyperdrive-in-hyper-levered-house-of-cards-bill-holter/