Cash flow crisis hits Iraq after ambitious budget Iraq faces a severe financial crisis due to cash flow shortages, delayed salary payments, and halted service projects. Sam Mahmoud Jun. 11, 2024 Opinion
Giving a chance to refugee children and qualified teachers In the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, the Refugee Education Integration Policy integrates refugee children into public schools alongside local Kurdish children. Alan Hama Saeed & Jean-Nicolas Beuze Jun. 03, 2024 Opinion
New trade infrastructure and route plans in Iraq unsettle Kuwait Recent tensions between Iraq and Kuwait revolve around Kuwait's concerns over the Development Road project's impact on its economic interests and Iraq's assertion of sovereignty over the Grand Faw Port. Sam Mahmoud May. 23, 2024 Opinion
Prospects and challenges in post-Raisi Iran The death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi in a helicopter crash will have significant repercussions domestically, regionally, and internationally, impacting Iran's political landscape, and international relations. Ali al-Mamouri May. 22, 2024 Opinion
Iran concern over potential Turkish operation in Iraq Iran is strategically maneuvering to counter the potential impact of a Turkish military operation in northern Iraq, aiming to safeguard its interests and influence in the region. Firas Elias May. 15, 2024 Opinion
Why does Sadr aim to broaden his support base? With the renaming of the Sadrist movement to the "National Shiite Movement," Muqtada al-Sadr seeks to expand his Shiite support base, navigate Iraq's political complexities, and reposition himself ahead of pivotal elections. Sam Mahmoud Apr. 25, 2024 Opinion
Sudani's visit; forging comprehensive US partnership Sudani's efforts in Washington show Iraq values its vital partnership with the US to ease regional tensions and achieve common interests. Firas Elias Apr. 24, 2024 Opinion
Modest expectations for PM Sudani's Washington visit: U.S. policymakers should prioritize economy and relations with KRG Iraqi Prime Minister Sudani's visit to Washington carries weight, but expectations should be lowered given his limited power, focus on economic ties, challenges with pro-Iran militias, and unresolved issues with the Kurdistan Regional Government. Mohammed A. Salih Apr. 15, 2024 Opinion
Erdogan's visit to Iraq; navigating reality, challenges Erdogan's multifaceted visit to Iraq encompasses an evaluation of Turkey's role, focused on security and economy while navigating relations with Iraq and Iran. Firas Elias Mar. 23, 2024 Opinion
Federal Court Rulings and Kurdistan's Constitutional Status The recent rulings by the Iraqi Federal Court exacerbate longstanding financial disputes between the Kurdistan Region and the central government, challenging the region's autonomy and constitutional rights. Abdulla Reshawi Mar. 17, 2024 Opinion
Mohammed A. Salih Modest expectations for PM Sudani's Washington visit: U.S. policymakers should prioritize economy and relations with KRG 3 months ago