[Iraq boots-on-the-ground report] FIREFLY: We have Saleh the finance advisor to Sudani on television, Iraqi Channel One right now and he’s saying that today the 2024 budget it’s in full force. He also says it’s active and there’s no need to send this budget to parliament for any approval. We are very confused. We thought it was being amended…Now saying no need to send. FRANK: The budget does not need parliament. I keep telling you this over and over over. The budget waits for the new exchange rate. The exchange rate is not waiting for anyone or anything especially stupid parliament.
