S8 Ep1149: David Daoud. Iraq has issued a circular to banks to comply with U.S. sanctions against Hezbollah financiers and pro-Syrian politicians. However, David Daoud argues this measure is largely symbolic, as it does not touch powerful local militias like Kata'ib

S8 Ep1149: David Daoud. Iraq has issued a circular to banks to comply with U.S. sanctions against Hezbollah financiers and pro-Syrian politicians. However, David Daoud argues this measure is largely symbolic, as it does not touch powerful local militias like Kata'ib

July 20, 2026 · 10 min · Season 8 · Episode 1149

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David Daoud discusses Iraq's compliance with U.S. sanctions and the symbolic nature of these measures against Hezbollah and local militias.

David Daoud . Iraq has issued a circular to banks to comply with U.S. sanctions against Hezbollah financiers and pro-Syrian politicians. However, David Daoud argues this measure is largely symbolic, as it does not touch powerful local militias like Kata'ib Hezbollah . Furthermore, Iraqi religious shrines continue to provide financial support to Hezbollah through various media and charitable branches, allowing Iraq to remain a significant financial channel. (15) 1994

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