Informed sources reported on Monday (April 20, 2026) that the U.S. administration has decided to stop cash dollar shipments to Iraq and suspend funding for some Iraqi security institutions. The sources indicated that this measure will continue until the formation of the new Iraqi government and the identification of those involved in recent attacks targeting American interests. The blocked shipment is estimated at approximately $500 million from Iraqi oil sales revenues. In a related context, State Department sources revealed that Washington has suspended meetings of the High Joint Committee for security coordination with Baghdad until the government formation process is completed. These measures come amid escalating pressure exerted by the U.S. administration on Iraq to distance itself from Iranian influence and dismantle Tehran-backed armed factions.