The Central Bank of Iraq closes the door to change the dollar exchange rate.. What about the project to delete zeros?
Today, Tuesday, the Central Bank of Iraq announced its intention to issue a new denomination of the Iraqi currency, worth 20 thousand, while stressing that there is no intention of the Central Bank to change the exchange rate of the dollar.
The Governor of the Central Bank, Mustafa Makheeb, said during his speech at the Al-Rafidain Forum for Dialogue, which is sponsored by Iraq 24 in the media, that “the central bank has no intention to reduce or change the exchange rate of the dollar,” stressing that “Iraq is still in the early stages of reaping the positive effects of the exchange rate change, and there are some Negative indicators are working to address them in the coming period.”
He added that "the process of deleting zeros from the currency needs to legislate a law and requires some modifications, and the atmosphere must be available to accept such modifications," noting that "the central bank presented earlier a project on the process of deleting zeros."
He pointed out that “the Central Bank is working to complete a new category of 20 thousand dinars based on a study and research compared with neighboring countries, and is working to complete the form of the paper and in the coming days it will be announced,” noting that “the Central Bank has reduced the interest rate on loans.” provided to finance projects, and that the initiatives largely targeted the housing sector, which occupies more than 30% in various sectors.”
He explained that "the central bank has a plan and strategy for five years, and it may be delayed because of what it faces in several areas," noting that "the central bank has taken several steps to develop the banking and financial sectors, including canceling interest and setting simple fees for the development of industrial, residential and agricultural projects."
He noted that "there are several measures taken in the field of the private banking sector, and they can be classified into three categories, very good banks that have good relations and transactions, and there are good banks, and emerging banks," stressing that "there is a previous decision to convert banking companies into banks, and this affected the banks.”
He continued, "All sectors are affected by the general situation in the country, especially the banking sector, whether political or security, and despite that the banking sector had a role in moving the wheel of the economy, especially in the housing sector in particular," stressing that "the Central Bank took the initiative to develop the banking sector and strengthen relations with banks. Arab and international.
And he indicated that "the Central Bank has distinguished relations with the World Bank and the IMF, and it has a strategy, and there is communication with the International Monetary Fund, and Iraq's openness with them is very important despite the challenges facing the country."
He pointed out that "the Central Bank is now completing a new building designed by the architect Zaha Hadid, and he has a branch in Basra province that covers the southern region, and we have Mosul in the northern region, and we have a branch in the Kurdistan region, and the intention was to open a branch in the central region of Najaf, but within the law The Central Bank cannot establish a branch if it does not have its own land, and a piece of land has been allocated, and we are working to establish a branch in Najaf.
Central Bank Governor: There is no intention to reduce or change the dollar exchange rate
Today, Tuesday, the Central Bank of Iraq announced its intention to issue a new denomination of the Iraqi currency, worth 20 thousand, while stressing that there is no intention of the Central Bank to change the exchange rate of the dollar.
Central Bank Governor Mustafa Makheef said during his speech at the Al-Rafidain Forum that “the central bank has no intention to reduce or change the dollar exchange rate,” stressing that “Iraq is still in the early stages of reaping the positive effects of the exchange rate change, and there are some negative indicators that it is working to address during the period.” coming.”
He added that "the process of deleting zeros from the currency needs to legislate a law and requires some modifications, and the atmosphere must be available to accept such modifications," noting that "the central bank presented earlier a project on the process of deleting zeros."
He pointed out that “the Central Bank is working to complete a new category of 20 thousand dinars based on a study and research compared with neighboring countries, and is working to complete the form of the paper and in the coming days it will be announced,” noting that “the Central Bank has reduced the interest rate on loans.” provided to finance projects, and that the initiatives largely targeted the housing sector, which occupies more than 30% in various sectors.”
He explained that "the central bank has a plan and strategy for five years, and it may be delayed because of what it faces in several areas," noting that "the central bank has taken several steps to develop the banking and financial sectors, including canceling interest and setting simple fees for the development of industrial, residential and agricultural projects."
He noted that "there are several measures taken in the field of the private banking sector, and they can be classified into three categories, very good banks that have good relations and transactions, and there are good banks, and emerging banks," stressing that "there is a previous decision to convert banking companies into banks, and this affected the banks.”
He continued, "All sectors are affected by the general situation in the country, especially the banking sector, whether political or security, and despite that the banking sector had a role in moving the wheel of the economy, especially in the housing sector in particular," stressing that "the Central Bank took the initiative to develop the banking sector and strengthen relations with banks. Arab and international.
And he indicated that "the Central Bank has distinguished relations with the World Bank and the IMF, and it has a strategy, and there is communication with the International Monetary Fund, and Iraq's openness with them is very important despite the challenges facing the country."
He pointed out that "the Central Bank is now completing a new building designed by the architect Zaha Hadid, and he has a branch in Basra province that covers the southern region, and we have Mosul in the northern region, and we have a branch in the Kurdistan region, and the intention was to open a branch in the central region of Najaf, but within the law The Central Bank cannot establish a branch if it does not have its own land, and a piece of land has been allocated, and we are working to establish a branch in Najaf.
An interview with the Central Bank of Iraq regarding the deletion of zeros from the currency and the completion of a new 20 thousand banknote
The Governor of the Central Bank of Iraq, Mustafa Ghaleb, confirmed today, Tuesday, that deleting zeros from the currency is a previous project submitted by the Central Bank and requires amendments and needs to be enacted by law, while stressing that there is no intention to reduce or change the dollar exchange rate.
The Governor of the Central Bank said at the Al-Rafidain Forum that “deleting zeros from the currency is a previous project submitted by the Central Bank and requires amendments and requires legislation,” noting that “the atmosphere must be created to accept such transactions by the Central Bank within the currency chain, and we are working to complete a new category 20 thousand.” Dinar".
He added that "the bank reduced the interest rate on loans provided to finance projects in the initiatives of the Central Bank."
He continued, "We have worked to implement international standards to combat money laundering, and that Iraq's exit from the European Union's list of high-risk countries gives support to the movement of the economy and the financial and banking sector."
Makheif stressed that "the bank has no intention of decreasing or changing the dollar exchange rate.
The central bank reveals a new denomination of the currency and is working on issuing a digital one urgent
In his speech during the Al-Rafidain Forum for Dialogue, the Governor of the Bank, Mustafa Ghaleb, said: "We are working on a new currency, a category of 20 thousand dinars, after studies in order to keep pace with the requirements and to match the neighboring countries."
"We will start announcing the new category after completing its requirements," he added.
He stressed that "there is no intention to reduce or change the exchange rate of the dollar against the Iraqi dinar."
Ghalib revealed that "the Central Bank is working on issuing digital currency to keep pace with the development of monetary transactions in the region and the world," adding, "But so far, there is no specific orientation, dates and controls for issuing digital currency in the country, and we are working during the coming period on these controls to keep pace with the countries of the region and reduce the practice of dealing." cash by issuing this digital currency.”
Ghaleb pointed out that "deleting zeros from the currency is a previous project submitted by the Central Bank and requires amendments and requires legislation," stressing that "the atmosphere must be provided to accept such transactions."
And we have reduced the interest rate on loans provided to finance projects in the initiatives of the Central Bank, and we have worked to implement international standards to combat money laundering.
He explained that "Iraq's exit from the European Union's list of high-risk countries gives support to the movement of the economy and the financial and banking sector."
It is noteworthy that Iraq owns 7 categories of local currency issued by the Central Bank of Iraq are {250 dinars, 500 dinars, 1000 dinars, 5000 dinars, 10,000 dinars, 25000 dinars, and 50,000 dinars).
The Central Bank intends to issue a new denomination of the Iraqi currency
oday, Tuesday, the Governor of the Central Bank, Mustafa Ghaleb, confirmed work to complete a new category of 20 thousand dinars.
Ghaleb said during his participation in the Al-Rafidain Forum, that "deleting zeros from the currency is a previous project submitted by the Central Bank and requires amendments and needs to legislate a law," noting that "the atmosphere must be provided to accept such transactions."
He added that "the central bank within the currency chain is working to complete a new category of 20 thousand dinars," noting that "the bank has reduced the interest rate on loans provided to finance projects in its initiatives."
He pointed out that "the bank worked to implement international standards to combat money laundering," stressing that "Iraq's exit from the European Union's list of high-risk countries gives support to the movement of the economy and the financial and banking sector.
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Central Bank Governor Mustafa Ghalib: The banking sector is directly affected by the political and security challenges in Iraq
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Central Bank Governor: We do not have a tendency to issue a cryptocurrency
Central Bank Governor: We are working on completing a new banknote, which is a category of 20 thousand dinars
The Central Bank talks about the possibility of changing the price of the dollar and intends to issue a new category of currency
Today, Monday, the Governor of the Central Bank, Mustafa Ghaleb, spoke of a road map for the development of the banking and financial sectors in Iraq, as .well as deleting zeros from the Iraqi currency Ghaleb said, during his participation in the Al-Rafidain Forum for Dialogue, and followed by (Baghdad Today), that "deleting zeros from the currency is a previous project submitted by the Central Bank and requires amendments and needs to legislate a law ," ".noting that " the atmosphere must be provided to accept such transactions He added, "The Central Bank is within the currency chain and we are working to complete a new category of 20 thousand dinars ," noting that " we have reduced the ".interest rate on loans provided to finance projects in the initiatives of the Central Bank
He continued, " We have worked to implement international standards to combat money laundering ," noting that " Iraq's exit from the European Union's list of high-risk countries gives support to the movement of the economy and the financial and banking ".sector ".Ghaleb stressed, "There is no intention to reduce or change the dollar exchange rate
The Central Bank intends to issue a category of 20 thousand dinars of the Iraqi currency
Erbil (Kurdistan 24) - The Central Bank of Iraq announced today, Tuesday, that it intends to issue a new banknote of 20 thousand dinars from the Iraqi currency, stressing that there is no intention at the Central Bank of Iraq to change the exchange rate of the dollar.
The Governor of the Central Bank of Iraq, Mustafa Mokhif Ghaleb, said in a speech at the Al-Rafidain Forum, "The Central Bank, within the currency chain, is working to complete a new category of 20 thousand dinars based on study and research compared with neighboring countries and is working to complete the form of the paper and during the coming days, an announcement will be made." .
The governor added, "The Central Bank has reduced the interest rate on loans provided to finance projects, and that the initiatives have largely targeted the housing sector, which occupies more than 30% in various sectors."
He pointed out that "there is no intention of the Central Bank to reduce or change the dollar exchange rate, and Iraq is still in the early stages and to reap the positive effects of changing the exchange rate, and there are some negative indicators that we are working to address during the coming period."
He continued, scary, saying, "There is a previous project submitted by the Central Bank regarding the process of deleting zeros, and this matter needs to legislate a law and this project requires some amendments, and that the pursuit of this law needs to stabilize the situation in the country and the atmosphere must be provided to accept such transactions."
The Governor of the Central Bank is clear, “The Central Bank has a plan and strategy for five years and it may be delayed due to what it faces in several areas, and the Central Bank has taken several steps to develop the banking and financial sectors, including canceling interest and setting simple fees for the development of industrial, residential and agricultural projects.”
The governor added, "All sectors are affected by the general situation in the country, especially the banking sector, whether it is political or security, and despite that the banking sector had a role in moving the wheel of the economy, especially in the housing sector in particular," stressing that "the Central Bank took the initiative to develop the banking sector and strengthen relations." with Arab and international banks.
External remittances to the Central Bank of Iraq rise to more than 200 million dollars
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The bank's sales of dollars for foreign remittances increased in an auction today, Tuesday, to reach more than 200 million dollars.
Shafak News Agency correspondent stated, "The Central Bank sold today, during its auction to buy and sell US dollars, 242 million and 854 thousand and 995 US dollars, which were covered by the bank at a base exchange rate of 1460 dinars per dollar.
Our correspondent added that the purchase of dollars by banks that went to enhance balances abroad in the form of remittances and credits rose from the total value of sales to reach 200 million and 104 thousand and 995 dollars, while the rest of 42 million and 750 thousand dollars went in the form of cash purchases by banks. .
Our correspondent indicated that 33 banks have responded to requests to enhance balances abroad, and 20 banks to meet cash requests, in addition to 208 mediation companies.
Parliamentary Finance intends to host the Governor of the Central Bank
The Parliamentary Finance Committee announced, on Tuesday, its intention to host the Governor of the Central Bank, Mostafa Ghaleb Mikhaif, during the next stage.
Committee member Faisal Al-Naeli said in a statement to the official newspaper, which was followed by the independent, that "after the circumstances that the council went through, which led to its suspension during the last stage, the repair of all the damages that befell it is now completed."
He added, "This week may witness hosting the governor of the Central Bank, to discuss all matters related to the bank's work, especially the data of the currency sale window, which amounts to billions of dinars per week, as well as the challenges and problems facing their work.
Al-Naeli confirmed that “the committee will present all these files on the discussion table and listen to the answer of the governor of the Central Bank
according to the administrative and scientific evidence and evidence,” noting that “the committee will take measures in case it is not convinced of the answer and submit it to the House of Representatives.”
He explained, "The committee cannot be certain that illegal operations have taken place unless it listens to the governor's answers, which may be adequate to all the committee's questions according to legal evidence."
Data of the currency sale window in the Central Bank of Iraq revealed that it sold about one billion dollars during the past week.
The window indicates that the sale was at a daily rate of 245 million and 914 thousand dollars, an increase of 86.1 percent over the previous week.
Parliamentary Finance reassures employees: Your salaries are fully insured
On Tuesday, the Finance Committee reassured the segment of employees that their salaries are fully insured, even if the price of a barrel of oil reached $50.
Member of the Finance Committee, Jamal Kougar, said in an interview with the official newspaper, which was followed by Mawazine News, that "oil prices fell a while ago to below $40, and the salaries of employees were not affected," wondering, "Why are there fears due to the drop in prices to $80 a barrel?"
He added, "The salaries of the employees are fully insured, and they act according to the principle of one out of twelve, in the event that the budget is not approved," describing the expectations of the country's collapse due to the failure to form the government as "unrealistic."
He continued, "The Food Security Law held the government responsible for providing the job contract for a period of three years, and it falls on the shoulders of the ministries of finance and planning, which will be concerned with preparing the instructions for the law," noting that "Parliament legislated this law and it was not challenged by the Federal Court, which means There is a possibility of enacting other laws similar to it.”
Al-Hakim calls on Al-Halbousi to withdraw his resignation and confirms: The Sadrists have reservations about Al-Sudani’s candidacy in the media only
The leader of the "Iraqis" coalition, Ammar al-Hakim, said on Tuesday that the Sadrist movement led by Muqtada al-Sadr for the coordination framework candidate, which includes Shiite political forces, Muhammad Shia al-Sudani, for the position of head of the next federal government is limited to media statements only, and there is no official position in this regard. Calling at the same time the Speaker of the House of Representatives to withdraw his resignation from the presidency of the Council.
Al-Hakim said during his hosting at the Al-Rafidain Forum for Dialogue, "When a political blockage occurs, it may not be satisfactory to all parties, and if some are not satisfied with us, we must compromise, and overcome the national interest and look to the future and not look at the sharp angles that deepen the differences between the people of the same country."
He stressed that "we need to set out to rebuild the process of building and instilling confidence between Iraq and the regional environment."
Regarding the insistence of the coordination framework in Al-Sudani, he said, "There is no doubt that the coordination framework is one of the political forces, and it is natural to reach a unified vision that is not an easy matter."
He added that "when the framework agreed on this candidate, the brothers of the Sadrist movement did not respond to the demands of dialogue and openness and be partners in the framework, and we do not have a clear vision of what the Sadrist movement wants.
The PUK is talking about a message related to the holding of the parliament session tomorrow, Wednesday
A member of the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan, Ghazi Kakai, revealed today, Tuesday, a message from the parliament session being held tomorrow, Wednesday.
Kakai told Earth News, "The state administration alliance was established with the agreement of all the political parties involved in it, because the current situation needs political convergence and finding a way out for this blockage and the disruption of constitutional institutions from their work, especially Parliament."
Kakai added, "With regard to the file of the Presidency of the Republic, there is no final agreement with the Kurdistan Democratic Party on the candidate of the Patriotic Union to proceed with it as a single candidate," noting that "if we do not agree, we will enter two candidates."
And he indicated that "tomorrow's session is important for the return of life and work to this important institution as well. It will be a message of reassurance to the Iraqi street that we stay away from the conflicts and confrontations that occurred at this stage."
This and political blocs announced earlier the formation of a political alliance under the name "State Administration", while Parliament set tomorrow, Wednesday, the date for holding its session
A day before a parliamentary session, concrete blocks encircle the green (photos)
The Iraqi security authorities reinforced, on Monday evening, the fortification of the governmental Green Zone, with additional concrete blocks, hours before the parliament resumed work and held a parliamentary session.
A security source told Shafaq News Agency, "Reinforcements from the concrete blocks were lined up in front of the legislation and planning gate leading to the Green Zone," noting that "the Ministry of Planning gate was completely closed."
He added, "Putting the blocks longitudinally at the planning gate means that this entrance will be out of service starting tomorrow," pointing to the possibility of "commencing tomorrow with a similar procedure at the gate of the suspension bridge."
This comes in conjunction with the possibility of holding a parliamentary session, which was officially announced today by the Media Department of the House of Representatives, on Wednesday afternoon, with an agenda that included voting on the resignation of Parliament Speaker Muhammad al-Halbousi from his position, in addition to electing the first vice president.
The Shiite coordination framework welcomed today, Monday, the decision of the Speaker of Parliament, Muhammad al-Halbousi, to resume the work of Parliament and set next Wednesday as a date for holding a session, while calling on the Kurdish forces, to “resolve their candidate for the presidency,” welcoming at the same time the “participation of all national forces, especially the current Sadr in dialogues, government formation and state administration.
A new statement from the Federal Court about the dissolution of Parliament
The President of the Federal Supreme Court, Jassem Muhammad Abboud, affirmed today, Tuesday, that the Iraqi constitution is the product of the will of the people and expresses their interest.
Abboud said in an interview that was followed by Earth News, that "all federal authorities must work according to the constitution in order to put the people's interest in their calculations when doing any work," noting that "the Federal Court, according to Article 93 of the Constitution, exercises its powers, starting with the oversight of the constitutionality of laws and the interpretation of texts, in addition to to the aforementioned competencies.
He added that "the purpose of the Federal Court is to preserve the constitution and prevent abuse of powers," stressing that "no proposals were submitted by us related to granting the Federal Court broader powers."
He continued, "The problem that Iraq is going through is not in the constitution nor in the competencies of the Federal Court, but rather the problem in applying the constitution and mishandling it," noting that "the dissolution of the Federal Court or the replacement of its members or how to refer members to retirement is done through the constitution, and that the Federal Court is a body The judiciary is financially and administratively independent and exercises its powers in accordance with what is stated in the constitution.
He explained that "the Federal Court is the watchdog over all authorities so that they do not go beyond the constitution and it is not within its jurisdiction to dissolve Parliament, and that the constitution charts the ways and the parties that have the right to dissolve it
President of the Republic: We look forward to the support of the international community in promoting and developing its economy
The President of the Republic, Barham Salih, received, on Tuesday, the President of the Iraqi-British Business Council, Baroness Emma Nicholson, in the capital, Baghdad.
A statement by Saleh's books, received by Mawazine News, stated that during the meeting, they discussed the joint Iraqi-British relations and their strengthening in various fields, especially in the sectors of economy and trade, and supporting investment opportunities in Iraq and contributing to reconstruction and infrastructure projects.
President Barham Salih said that Iraq looks forward to the support of friends and the international community in the field of strengthening and developing the Iraqi economy and its advancement and support for national economic plans to meet the entitlements related to construction, reconstruction and development, and to carry out the necessary reforms and support investment and the private sector.
Sources: Al-Halbousi did not coordinate the resignation with the framework rejecting the visit of Al-Hanana, except with a public invitation from Al-Sadr
Informed sources reported on Tuesday, September 27, 2022, that Parliament Speaker Muhammad al-Halbousi did not coordinate the decision to resign from his position with the forces of the Shiite framework, and that the understandings between the two parties regarding this are baseless, and that al-Halbousi took His decision is based on political interests related to him.
The sources familiar with the details of the political understandings said that Al-Halbousi seeks to embarrass the framework from behind the resignation, in order to prompt the framework to ask him to rescind his resignation, and beg him to remain in his position, especially since the Shiite forces in the framework did not vote at the time to elect Al-Halbousi as president. At the time, Al-Halbousi was elected by the Sadrist movement and the Kurdistan Democratic Party without the approval of the coordinating framework forces that boycotted his election session.
In the context of political developments, the sources revealed that the head of the Sovereignty Alliance, Khamis al-Khanjar, had made a call with the leader of the Sadrist movement, to persuade him to participate in the government, and to have a dialogue with the framework on that, as al-Sadr responded to the proposal, and asked al-Khanjar, to inform the framework to come to Al-Hanana for dialogue. However, the framework replied that going to Al-Sadr would only take place with a direct and public invitation, and not through an intermediary.
The House of Representatives announced its agenda for the next session, which included the resignation of Al-Halbousi and a request to vote on it.
Iraq stresses the need to activate the memorandums of understanding with Iran
On Tuesday, Iraqi Foreign Minister Fouad Hussein stressed the need to activate the memorandums of understanding concluded with Iran, and to proceed with diplomatic efforts to solve problems in the regional region.
In a statement received by Shafaq News Agency, the Iraqi Foreign Ministry said that its minister discussed with his Iranian counterpart Hussein Amir Abdullahian the bilateral relations between Baghdad and Tehran, ways to consolidate them, and developments in the situation throughout the region and the world.
Hussein stressed the importance of the specialized technical committees continuing to activate the memorandums of understanding between the two countries, pointing to the need for concerted diplomatic efforts to solve problems. He also called for benefiting from the holding of conferences in converging views and adopting a meaningful dialogue; To restore security and stability to the region.
In another axis, the two sides discussed the reality of bilateral relations between Tehran and Riyadh and their improvement in certain areas. The two sides stressed the need to continue the discussions that began in Baghdad, and they also touched upon the ongoing negotiations in Vienna and the five countries + one.
For his part, the Iranian Foreign Minister expressed his great appreciation to Iraq for its efforts and constructive role in launching and following up regional dialogues in the context of enhancing stability, security and development in the region, declaring Iran's readiness to continue exchanging ideas on bilateral and regional files of common interest.
At the end of the meeting, the Iranian minister highlighted the demonstrations and current events in various Iranian cities, and clarified the Iranian government's viewpoint on them, according to a statement by the Iraqi Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
A drone was shot down in the vicinity of the Green Zone, and sirens sounded at the US Embassy
A security source said today, Tuesday, that a drone was shot down in the vicinity of the Green Zone and sirens sounded at the US embassy.
The source told Earth News, "A drone was shot down within the vicinity of the Green Zone," noting that "it was not confirmed whether the plane was booby-trapped or for reconnaissance or photographic purposes."
The source added that "the plane was shot down by jamming or a technical malfunction occurred in the march," referring to "the sound of sirens inside the US embassy.
An American report.. This is the vision of the "framers": Al-Sadr and his companies are weak and defeated
The American "Middle East Institute" monitored what it called the "elite crisis" and the policy based on consensus, specifically addressing the differences within the "coordinating framework" in its struggle with the Sadrist movement, the vision of the leaders of the framework for Muqtada al-Sadr, and Iran's connection with what is happening in Iraq towards the crisis The last intractable so far.
The American report, which was translated by Shafak News Agency; The focus of the dispute between the coordination framework and the Sadrist movement is related to the old political rivalries and personal differences in the competition for government positions, adding that despite the national dialogue that the Sadrists did not join, there are fears of violence in the future unless both camps agree on concessions acceptable to the Sadrists. for both sides.
The report indicated that the Coordinating Framework coalition is divided between "hardliners" and "moderates" over the process of forming a government and the approach to dealing with al-Sadr in particular, and on broader political issues, and that it is therefore difficult to direct political maneuvers in a coherent path.
The report quotes members of the coordination framework as saying; This situation frustrates Iran and the transnational Shiite players because they prefer the "Shiite house" to be united. In addition, the members of the framework generally consider that the clashes of last August 29 was a "loss" for the Sadrists and a "victory" for the forces of the framework, and they paint a picture of themselves as rational players who act according to the law, unlike Muqtada al-Sadr.
The report reviewed the developments of the political process in Iraq since the October 2021 elections, leading to the nomination of the framework forces, Muhammad al-Sudani, for prime minister, before noting that “the first major miscalculation” was al-Sadr’s decision to resign his deputies from Parliament, while the second miscalculation was It is the decision of the framework forces to move forward quickly in the efforts to form a government, as if it is natural that "one of the major political players" in Al-Sadr is standing on the sidelines to be watched.
The report considered; In light of these miscalculations, tensions between the two camps continued to escalate during the months of July and August, with the storming of the House of Representatives, and the Sadrists also storming the political offices of the Wisdom Movement led by Sayyid Ammar al-Hakim in the governorates of Baghdad and Diyala, after a television interview in which Hakim criticized the movement. thoracic;
Members of the framework forces pointed out that this case was a test against the "militarily weaker" member of the framework in order for the Sadrists to measure the size of the reaction.
The US report indicated that the coordination framework itself is divided over the optimal approach to dealing with al-Sadr, as while some call for taking more moderate positions in order to contain it and activate the various political channels inside and outside Iraq, the "hardliners" reject this, saying that they should push him back in order to "learn." the lesson".
Among those in the moderate wing, the report pointed to Hadi al-Amiri, Ammar al-Hakim, Haider al-Abadi and others, while the hard-line wing includes Nuri al-Maliki and former leaders of splinter groups from the Sadrist movement who now lead their own organizations, such as Qais al-Khazali of Asa'ib Ahl al-Haq and others.
With the Sadrists storming the parliament, an official in a political party within the coordination framework said that there was a growing consensus that al-Sadr had gone too far, which required escalatory measures, and described what happened at the time as a "conspiracy" and a "big plan supported by the Sadrists" to seize on power.
The report quoted this official as saying with a smile that "the Sadrists tried to seize the government palace, just as supporters of (former US President Donald) Trump did... But Saraya al-Salam quickly lost and left within hours."
He continued, saying that Ayatollah Ali al-Sistani does not interfere in political disputes, but he sent an indirect message to al-Sadr asking him, "What is this?", adding that al-Sadr's call for withdrawal was caused by "the reality of the battlefield."
Although the report indicated that the members of the framework present themselves as the “winners” after the Green Zone clashes, and that al-Sadr and the “Saraya al-Salam” are “in a weak position after their defeat,” the report stated that the coordination framework is often criticized for its division and lack of a common vision. Other than addressing the chest and obstructing it.
The report quoted representatives of parties within the framework as saying that they denied the existence of major divisions, or that they described the differences as natural and friendly between the "brothers" who are seeking to find the best way forward.
However, the report made it clear that the officials of the framework forces, who spoke on condition of anonymity, presented more realistic and accurate views, as they acknowledged the existence of divisions caused by several factors. First, what binds the forces within the framework together is a common thread represented in their opposition to the majority government proposed by al-Sadr or any A government may detract from their authority, and they admit that there are many differences between them.
The second factor, the report quotes an official in the framework, referring to the return of the Popular Mobilization fighters after the defeat of ISIS, saying that “all armies in the world return from war to deal with their differences,” noting that the divisions within the framework can be partially explained by a political struggle for power. The forces seek to capitalize on the gains and reduce the losses in the "post-ISIS" era.
The role of Iran and players across the border
The report quoted an Iraqi expert on Iranian affairs close to the Coordination Framework Forces, as saying that important positions in Iranian embassies in the region are appointed by the Iranian Revolutionary Guards, because Iraq and Lebanon, for example, are two important countries and have priority in relation to the Revolutionary Guards.
The report also quoted one of the party officials in the coordinating framework and familiar with the efforts to form the government, saying that "even Prime Minister Mustafa Al-Kazemi" has "good relations with the Iranian Revolutionary Guard" since taking office, explaining that "every prime minister needs to be able to achieve balanced relations." with its regional and international counterparts.
According to what the report quoted from members of the coordination framework, the ongoing conflict between the Shiites may lead to the destabilization of Iraq, which is not in Iran's interest. They consider that Tehran prefers to form a government led by a unified and broad Shiite alliance, and for this reason it considers that the "political majority" project put forward by the Sadrists represents a threat to this vision.
However, one of the officials in the framework forces said before the outbreak of the clashes at the end of August, that Iran itself is divided over the best approach to dealing with Al-Sadr, which reflects itself with divisions within the coordinating framework between "moderates" and "hardliners."
The report pointed out that cross-border Shiite parties have always tried to maintain the unity of the Shiite house over the years. The report quoted an Iraqi official as saying that various players sought to mend the relationship between al-Maliki and al-Sadr, including representatives of the Lebanese Hezbollah in the months preceding the summer crisis.
The report quoted a deputy in the Lebanese Hezbollah, as saying that the internal cohesion among the Shiites is a priority for the region in general and for Iran in particular, and that any effort aimed at undermining this cohesion is considered a "conspiracy" led by external parties.
Mohammed Al Sudani
Officials in the coordination framework tried to clarify the circumstances surrounding Al-Sudani's candidacy and defend his choice, pointing out that there was a committee within the framework and he was unanimously chosen as the best candidate. They also say that no one has so far had a good reason not to be nominated, with one official saying that "if someone has concerns, they should be raised publicly in Parliament, and so far, no one has presented a credible argument for rejecting his candidacy."
While another official in the framework said, just as the fate of Iraq does not depend on Al-Sadr and that the formation of the government must continue, he also indicated that in the event that serious official objections are submitted regarding the Sudanese, the fate of Iraq will not stop for the Sudanese either.
The report quoted one of the coordination framework officials as warning against moving quickly in forming the government, calling for additional negotiations with the Kurds and Sunnis, especially the leader of the Kurdistan Democratic Party, Massoud Barzani, and the resigned parliament speaker, Muhammad al-Halbousi.
While this official pointed out that this will prevent a possible violent reaction, but at the same time it may lead to the formation of a weak government.
The report quoted one of the framework officials as asking whether "Barzani and al-Halbousi have actually abandoned al-Sadr or not." An official also expressed his regret that the Kurdistan Democratic Party and the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan have not yet reached an agreement on a presidential candidate.
Logical and rational player
The report stated that the officials of the framework forces painted themselves the image of a logical and rational player who acts in accordance with the law and the decisions of the judiciary, but some of them painted a picture of Al-Sadr as an ambitious man, thirsty for power, irregular and seeking to control everything. One of the frame's officials said that this picture of al-Sadr raises "problems within the Sadrist leadership, as they were not comfortable with what was happening, and they felt that they had accomplished nothing."
The framework leaders also stressed that al-Sadr does not have the religious qualifications to be a reference and replace Ayatollah al-Sistani, but he seeks to be the supreme leader in Iraq. The report quoted an official of the framework forces as saying that al-Sadr wants to be the Iraqi figure equivalent to that of Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah, the leader of the Lebanese Hezbollah.
political deadlock
The report quoted an official in the framework forces as saying with regret that the situation "will remain as it is, which may continue for weeks or months."
On the other hand, one of the party officials familiar with the negotiations suggested three possible options to resolve the government formation crisis, which is for the coordination framework to convince the Sadrist movement’s representatives to return to Parliament, for the framework to support another candidate for prime minister, or for Hadi al-Amiri to reach some kind of understanding with al-Sadr.
Kurdistan Oil and the Elections and Corruption Law.. New Statements by the President of the Federal Court
The President of the Federal Supreme Court, Jassim Muhammad Abboud, affirmed that the Iraqi constitution is the product of the people's will and expresses their interest, pointing to his position on the resignation of the Sadrist bloc's deputies and the dissolution of the House of Representatives.
Abboud added in an interview with the official agency, which was followed by "Nas" (September 27, 2022), that "all federal authorities must work according to the constitution in order to put the people's interest in their accounts when doing any work, indicating that the Federal Court under Article 93 of the Constitution exercises Its competencies, starting with oversight of the constitutionality of laws and interpretation of texts, in addition to the aforementioned competencies.”
dissolution of parliament
He added that "the purpose of the Federal Court is to preserve the constitution and prevent abuse of powers," stressing that "no proposals were submitted by us related to granting the Federal Court broader powers."
He added that "the problem that Iraq is going through is not in the constitution nor in the competencies of the Federal Court, but rather the problem in applying the constitution and mishandling it," noting that "the dissolution of the Federal Court or the replacement of its members or how to refer members to retirement is done through the constitution, and that the Federal Court is a body The judiciary is financially and administratively independent and exercises its powers in accordance with what is stated in the constitution.
He explained, "The Federal Court is the watchdog over all authorities so that they do not go beyond the constitution, and it is not within its jurisdiction to dissolve Parliament, and that the constitution charts the ways and the parties that have the right to dissolve it."
The legal status of the Sadrist bloc's deputies
He pointed out that "the issue of the return of the resigned deputy, the President of the Federal Court cannot give his opinion in this regard, because it becomes a subject of discussion among all members of the court, and therefore it must be examined in a constitutional light," noting that "there are several lawsuits filed regarding the resignation of the Sadrist bloc's deputies, some of which were rejected. Because the method of its establishment is incorrect, while other lawsuits are still being filed, they will be considered in their time.”
He stressed that "the lawsuit filed to challenge the resignation of the Sadrist bloc's deputies was not filed by the stakeholders (the Sadrist movement), but was filed by parties that have no legal relationship with this issue," noting that each lawsuit has its own circumstances, but the interest of the Iraqi people is above all.
election law
He added, "The Federal Supreme Court has ruled that a section of the election law is unconstitutional, and Parliament must legislate legal articles within the law to replace these articles, and no elections can be held unless the election law is completely completed, including the articles that were canceled."
And he indicated that "the election of the president of the republic according to Article 70 is clear and cannot be bypassed, and that the court applies the constitution in accordance with the supreme interest of the people," noting: "In constitutional jurisprudence there is the issue of reversal, and this is possible for constitutional courts to change some of their opinions regarding legal principles, It is not about judgments issued by the Federal Court.
He pointed out that "if the Federal Court considers that it is in the people's interest to abandon its views, it will change its consideration in a way that does not violate the constitution."
He continued, "The deputy does not represent himself, but rather represents all the people, and Parliament must work for the people, especially the legislation of the budget law," noting that "the failure to complete the federal authorities, including the executive authority, was not completed due to the failure to elect the President of the Republic, and that the constitution created the authorities for the benefit of the people and not for their interest." ".
budget
He pointed out that "members of parliament are not only their tasks to stay in parliament, but rather they have to work for the interest of Iraq," noting that the current government is a caretaker government and cannot send the budget law, and the legislative authority must overcome differences and work for the people. Noting that "the Federal Court was not presented to it regarding the budget law in the caretaker government."
However, he said: "The budget law can only be sent to Parliament by a permanent government," pointing out that Iraq now suffers from two big things, the first of which are political differences, and the second is corruption, and it is not Iraq's problem in the constitution.
political crisis
And he indicated that "the main reason for the political blockage in Iraq is the political differences," noting that "corruption hinders the building of the state, and it is now of two types: corruption of great importance, and the other of less importance, and that the Iraqi citizen has lost his confidence in the public office, because public money is sacred and must be protected." .
He explained that "the oversight bodies represented by the Financial Supervision Bureau and the Integrity Commission have not yet put an end to corruption in Iraq, and the state cannot be built as long as there is an absence of social justice, and there is no real intention to end corruption."
He explained that "the caretaker government as a whole by virtue of the resigned, has no right to dismiss ministers or appoint higher ranks, and there is a lawsuit filed regarding the resignation of Finance Minister Ali Allawi, and a date has been set for it to consider it."
Kurdistan oil
And he indicated that "oil and gas belong to the people, and they must be disposed of by the people, not a specific authority, and that the Federal Court said its words regarding oil and gas in the Kurdistan region, and the implementation of this decision rests with the competent authorities in accordance with the interest of Iraq and not to sacrifice its interest."
And he indicated that "the establishment of the National Oil Company and the assignment of Minister Ihsan Abdul-Jabbar is illegal, and the Federal Court had previously appealed to it before it by a previous decision of the company's law and canceled many articles, which are essential articles, and thus it is not possible to proceed with the formation of the National Oil Company by canceling these articles unless the articles of legislation are legislated. Others replace the canceled articles by the House of Representatives.
Sheikh Khazali: We are still in the political process since 2003 until now, and the change that is taking place is partial
The Secretary-General of the Asa’ib Ahl al-Haq movement, Sheikh Qais Khazali, at the Al-Rafidain Forum for Dialogue:
Sheikh Khazali: We are still in the political process since 2003 until now, and the change that is taking place is partial
Sheikh Khazali: Recent events require changes that necessitate political leaders to interact positively with them
Sheikh Khazali: We seek to form a strong government capable of providing services to the people
Sheikh Khazali: Iraq needs independence and impartiality to be qualified and of importance among countries
Sheikh Khazali: We share with others the necessity of Iraq having joint relations with the countries of the world
Sheikh Khazali: France recently took more space by interfering in the Iraqi affairs
Sheikh Qais Khazali: French President Macron contacted political leaders from the first line to impose the renewal of Al-Kazemi
Sheikh Khazali: Iraq must play an active role in defending the Palestinian cause
Sheikh Khazali: External parties control the pages of social networking sites that call for incitement and Shiite fighting.
Khazali reveals the direct intervention of the French President to renew Al-Kazemi’s mandate
On Tuesday, the Secretary-General of Asa'ib Ahl al-Haq, Qais al-Khazali, revealed a direct intervention, which he described as "blatant", to French President Emmanuel Macron to renew the mandate of Iraqi Prime Minister Mustafa al-Kazemi, warning him of "repercussions" if he did not "correct his position," while referring to his possession of "Undisclosed" information to cause chaos in the upcoming October demonstrations.
Al-Khazali said in a speech during his hosting of the Al-Rafidain Forum, which was attended by Shafak News Agency correspondent, that "the French president directly intervened and contacted the Iraqi leaders to mediate by choosing Al-Kazemi."
He added, "We reject French interference in the Iraqi issue," noting that "a while ago and during the current government, it took more space and more than its role, by investing in its relationship with figures and statesmen."
He explained that "the French president contacted leaders from the first line to agree to a certain personality in the position of prime minister, and he intervened mainly to choose the outgoing prime minister, Mustafa Al-Kazemi, and the French presidency should correct its position before there are repercussions towards France after the formation of the government."
On the political front, Khazali said that "the coalition of state administration came in response to realistic political conditions after the withdrawal of the Sadrist bloc," noting that "this coalition aims to obtain understandings for the success of the government."
While Khazali said, "Demonstration is a right guaranteed by the constitution," and he asked protesters who buy in the upcoming demonstrations, "Will their position on the current government be the same as in the previous government?"
He continued, "I am sure that there is a project to create chaos after the date of October 1, 2022 and disrupt the security situation," adding, "We have information that we do not disclose now. feminist".
Khazali called on the demonstrators to be "peaceful and to be wary of exploitation and to preserve their safety, especially women.
