Iraqi central bank again addresses currency-change and zero-removal claims, rules out sanctions rumors

Iraq’s central bank governor, Nizar Nasser Hussein, has again addressed claims about changing the country’s currency and removing zeros from its denominations.

Hussein said changing the currency falls within his authority. He added that removing zeros would require legislation from the Council of Representatives.

The remarks also sought to put an end to claims involving sanctions. The report provided no further details about any proposed currency change or legislative process.