NYT
U.S. Resumes Dollar Transfers to Iraq After Monthslong Suspension
Thursday, July 2, 2026
The United States resumed dollar shipments to Iraq after a suspension that lasted several months. The Trump administration had halted the transfers as part of efforts to pressure the Baghdad government regarding its relationship with Iran. The decision to resume shipments was announced on a date not specified in the provided text. Iraq's central bank and government officials have relied on these regular dollar transfers for currency operations and banking system stability.
