TNT DINAR UPDATE 10/9/26 II

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The Spaces features Tony and Ray delivering a status update on a prospective Iraqi dinar revaluation (RV) and broader currency developments, framed by agency briefings and bank readiness. Tony says the recent dinar devaluation was intentional to pull more notes in-country and increase pressure on Iran, and to catalyze Iraqi domestic urgency amid public protests. Timelines vary by source: “three-letter” institutions referencing Oct 8–13, agency contacts comfortable through Oct 15, and banks briefing staff for a Monday/Tuesday go-live after a Monday holiday. Tony claims rates are “on screens,” banks will run extended hours, and a two-hour intake window is planned once 800 numbers are released. He relays that some elites have already been paid and outlines a broader objective to shore up bank liquidity by prioritizing early-payout holders who are less likely to spend rapidly. Q&A spans sovereignty definitions for Iraq, exchange logistics (NDAs for rates above forex, spouse signatures, teller limits, handling of uncirculated notes), cross-border currency issues, and planning for safeguards given potential November risks. Tish, a key article researcher, joins amid a discussion contrasting “article knowledge” and “backroom” intel. The session closes with practical guidance on trusts, preparation checklists, and a reaffirmed expectation that the window remains imminent while urging disciplined readiness.

TNT Friday Call – Summary Notes (Oct 9, 2026)

Hosts and format

  • Primary hosts: Tony (lead host; “Speaker 2”) and Ray (co-host; “Speaker 1”).
  • Frequent contributor referenced: Tish (article researcher/translator and analyst).
  • Open Q&A with community callers, including “Bus Lady,” “Dog Lover,” Patricia (and her colleague Kim, absent), Dave (aka “American Freedom Man”), Ahmad, Danny, Guru Dana, Rafael, Pam, Doctor B, Elder Paula, Vicky, Gilbert, Carl, and others.

State of play and timeline (Tony’s briefing)

  • Why the bank visits aren’t happening today: Tony says he gave a pre-brief explanation that aligned with later “agency” feedback, attributing current moves to deliberate design.
  • Dinar price drop: He frames the recent IQD devaluation as intentional to:
    • Pull more notes back into the system at the end-stage.
    • Increase economic pressure on Iran by reducing cross-border leakage via Iraq.
    • Heighten domestic pressure in Iraq (citizens protesting), forcing government action.
  • End-game window:
    • “Three-letter guys” (Tony’s term including Fed/IMF/UN) say plan is unchanged: it should complete between Oct 8–13.
    • “Agency guys” (distinct from three-letter agencies in Tony’s usage) prefer a wider lens: “by Oct 15.”
    • Banks reportedly briefed staff: “go live Monday or Tuesday”; Monday is a U.S. bank holiday, so Tuesday functions operationally like a “Monday” (post-weekend reconciliations).
  • Screens/rates: Tony says rates remain “on the screens,” though no public live rates yet. He asserts they’ve been told indicative levels and are in a “wait” posture.
  • Operational status: Banks working Saturday; on standby Sunday. Everyone “working tomorrow.”

Rationale behind the devaluation (Tony’s narrative)

  • Goal: short, sharp pressure device. Iraq’s drop is meant to accelerate note inflow, push citizens to demand resolution, and cut off support to Iran.
  • Tony stresses: this can’t run long—political pressure builds as citizens see purchasing power drop (“you took my money”).

Geopolitical and market notes (Tony’s commentary)

  • Regional dynamics (summary of Tony’s “briefing”):
    • Syria and Saudi Arabia described as having “boots on the ground.” Turkey and others also cited as moving pieces.
    • Anti-Houthi operations mentioned.
    • He repeats that “we have boots on the ground.”
  • U.S. fuel/diesel angle (Tony’s summary of headlines):
    • Claims an announcement about U.S. buying Russian diesel to suppress gas prices despite Ukraine-related sanctions narrative.
    • Cites volumes: 300k tons bound for the U.S., 500k tons in November, then 1 million tons after that (totaling 3 million tons in a short span).
  • War posture and timing:
    • Asserts expectation of escalations “after the midterms”; deployments positioning now.
    • He says this won’t block the RV because Iraq’s government selections (on “our list”) are essentially locked in, with three positions remaining; influence vectors are “over” since the U.S. agreed to personnel.

Institutional perspectives (as relayed by Tony)

  • “Three-letter guys”: completion window Oct 8–13.
  • “Agency guys”: “by Oct 15.”
  • Banks: Going live Monday/Tuesday; closed Monday (holiday), so Tuesday is effectively “operations day one.”

“Only dinar liquid so far” and claims of selective payouts

  • Tony and Ray both state: only the dinar has been paid out (so far) in selective cases.
  • Tony claims “elites” continue to receive exchanges before the public, citing a purported single tranche of $400 million at $6.17 (no independent verification provided).

Bank funding thesis (Tony’s claim)

  • Tony relays a theme from his agency/bank conversations: U.S. banks are approaching another solvency crunch.
    • Rather than a 2008-style government rescue, they’d prefer to “use us to fund the banks,” i.e., leverage incoming RV deposits.
    • Implication: pay very large holders first (who won’t rapidly spend), build reserves, then process smaller holders (who are likelier to spend quickly). The priority is to keep money parked to stabilize reserves.

Exchange logistics and procedures

  • 800 numbers and acceleration:
    • Objective: when numbers are released, have people in branches within two hours of notice.
    • Branches prepared to work late (targeting ~11 PM) for initial days.
    • A 10-day “accelerated” phase was previously envisioned; after that, regular banking queues could extend appointments for weeks depending on capacity.
  • Walk-in vs. appointments and teller limits:
    • Tony says “walk-ups” with less than $1 million could be handled at teller; also notes many tellers can’t do over $500k (subject to policy changes during RV).
    • Banks may limit the total number of exchanges per customer across institutions.
  • Handling currency:
    • “Uncirculated/collectible slabs” in plastic: You’ll have to remove notes from plastic; banks won’t do it for you or wait while you do it. Tony says you paid extra for “pretty” packaging but the rate is the same.
    • Best practice: separate by currency, then by denomination for faster machine processing; know your note counts to reconcile with machine totals.
  • NDAs and spouses:
    • Above-FOREX rates: expect to sign an NDA; spouses likely must sign as well if they’ll be on the account or privy to details.
  • “90-day window” confusion:
    • Tony says someone told him the “90 days” isn’t strictly “90 days after the RV”—that as we approach November, the usable window tightens. His advice: be fully prepared to move quickly; much of what’s needed can’t be accomplished in 10 days.
  • Education/classes:
    • Ray/Tony will run post-RV educational sessions. Tony mentions a preregistration of $100 toward a later $1,000/month site for advanced content (for after funding).

Cross-border and compliance notes

  • Travel and mailing:
    • Tony warns: most countries cap undeclared cross-border cash at $10,000; check your laws and customs for foreign currency treatment.
    • Mailing currency may be illegal; check with your post office, carriers (e.g., FedEx), and local regulations.
    • For European Union/Switzerland callers: Coordinate with local banks first; manage where your notes physically reside before RV if you plan to exchange there. Verify constraints before the RV to avoid “value increase” issues post-RV.

Currency-specific commentary

  • Iraqi dinar (IQD):
    • Devaluation framed as a short-term tactic; Tony expects resolution by Oct 8–13 (or by Oct 15 per agencies). He reiterates rates are “known” internally and “on screens,” but not public.
    • 50-dinar notes: Tony says “any dinar currency is exchangeable,” countering a caller’s worry that sub-250 denominations wouldn’t be accepted.
  • Vietnamese dong (VND):
    • Caller referenced a prior Tony statement that a bank told “Blessed Veteran” there was an $11 “contract rate” for dong; Tony adds a more recent bank screen showed $3. He treats both as plausible data points, depending on conditions and timing.
  • Venezuelan bolívar (VES) (Dave’s segment):
    • Dave notes political activity (Venezuelan leader in Washington with Sen. Rubio) and asks if U.S. support for democracy could affect “rate restrictions.”
    • Dave cites a widely-circulated figure “$1.14 per 1,000” (seen online) while also sending Tony a Wise wallet screenshot with higher numbers.
    • Tony says some bank contacts still talk “in the 30s” (he frames an oil-based rationale: lifting sanctions should push value to at least 10% of peer oil economies). He emphasizes synchronized changes are necessary to prevent arbitrage by billionaires if rates are staggered.

Sovereignty and Iraq (Patricia’s topic)

  • Question: “How can they be sovereign without RV?”
  • Tony’s explanation:
    • Sovereign = authority to make decisions independently; Iraq now makes national decisions without needing outside approval.
    • Exception: oil revenue flows through U.S. Treasury/Fed before remittance—this remains a point of Iraqi frustration and a lever of influence.

Contracts and macro rationale (Tony’s narrative)

  • Tony argues Iraq’s contracts “are not effective until the RV,” and that successive prime ministers have framed Iraq’s future leadership in the region—implying the RV is the gate to implementation.
  • He urges optimism, citing oil wealth and “history of other countries” that revalued after similar paths.

Planning, risk, and safeguards

  • November uncertainty: Tony says agencies are highly concerned about divergent November scenarios; urges protective planning and multi-layer safeguards.
  • Personal finance posture:
    • “Don’t blow the money” theme; consider staged spending, reserves, and governance structures.
    • Many listeners plan to “pay it forward,” help family, and fund humanitarian initiatives.
  • Legacy structuring (trusts and LLCs):
    • Tony’s personal approach (not legal advice):
      • Two top trusts owned by an LLC (privacy layer), with 10–20 sub-trusts beneath.
      • Children create their own trusts and also remain beneficiaries of Tony’s trusts.
      • Emphasis on legacy/continuity across generations.

Community dynamics: information sources and expectations

  • Tish vs. “back room” intel:
    • Tish compiles/reads/translates official articles, TV segments, and reports (e.g., Channel 8/120) and often arrives at more conservative timelines.
    • Tony provides behind-the-scenes/banking/agency perspectives.
    • Both are valued by the hosts; they urge listeners to consume both sides critically and avoid discouragement. If a source isn’t helpful to your mindset, don’t follow it.
    • Tony emphasizes the journey as financial education for the post-RV world: learning how to assess sources, weigh A/B scenarios, and not follow blindly.

Selected Q&A highlights

  • Bus Lady: Timing of 800 numbers and same-day appointments. Tony: Target is within two hours of release; branches stay late.
  • Dog Lover: Expressed frustration around delays; asked about the devaluation—Tony pointed back to his intro explanation.
  • Patricia (with Kim): Sovereignty explained; both expressed financial strain and hope; NDA question—yes, above-FOREX rates generally require NDA.
  • Dave (“American Freedom Man”): Venezuela policy and “rate” chatter; Tony cites bank intel implying higher possibilities “in the 30s,” contingent on sanctions.
  • Ahmad: Asked if a prior $11 dong “contract rate” is still possible. Tony: That’s what a bank told him earlier; more recent screens showed $3.
  • Danny: Contrasting Tish’s article-derived timelines vs. Tony’s sources; Tony reiterates both streams are useful; certainty only comes on activation.
  • Rafael: 800-number timing, preparation anxiety; Ray/Tony confirm post-RV education sessions; mention of a $100 prereg toward a $1,000/month content platform after funding.
  • “Guru Dana” (EU): Where to exchange? Tony: Check with your local banks first; beware mailing currency and cross-border $10k limits; pre-positioning in Switzerland is a local-law question.
  • Doctor B: Confirmed only dinar has been paid so far in selective cases.
  • Elder Paula: Slabbed/uncirculated notes still exchangeable—remove plastic; only dinar confirmed liquid to date.
  • Vicky: Spouses at exchange? If above-FOREX/NDA, plan on spouse signing as well if they’ll be privy/on account.
  • Gilbert: 50-dinar notes: Tony says all dinar denominations are exchangeable. Also discussed living off interest from high-yield holdings (Venezuelan angle)—“what’s enough” is personal, but Tony frames his plan around multi-generation legacy.

Tone and mindset

  • Tony reiterates optimism: “We should be at the end… should/would/could; can’t call it until it happens.”
  • Hosts encourage readiness, realistic expectations, and focus on execution (safeguards, logistics, education) rather than exact timing.

Practical takeaways

  • Be prepared to move within hours of 800-number release; expect late bank hours during initial phase.
  • Sort currency by type and denomination ahead of time; remove any plastic slabs before arrival.
  • Expect NDAs for above-FOREX; plan for spouse participation if applicable.
  • Verify local and cross-border regulations before moving currency; do not mail currency without confirming legality.
  • Assume banks may limit the number of exchanges per person/institution; plan accordingly.
  • Use both article-based and back-room/banking perspectives to inform, not to discourage; decide which inputs keep you productive and balanced.
  • Build governance now: trusts, LLC structures, beneficiary plans, and personal rules to avoid rapid depletion.
  • Expect volatility around November; prioritize asset protection and liquidity management.

Closing sentiment

  • Tony reports “stand by your phone” alerts and says bankers/agency contacts remain confident about the near-term window (through the weekend into early next week, with Tuesday a practical pivot due to the Monday holiday). He underscores that multiple credible sources—bankers, Treasury/Fed contacts, contractors, Iraqi parliament/government sources—are aligned that this is real and imminent.
  • Final note: Enjoy the weekend, stay “super fantastic,” and be ready.