Fractures within the Shiite camp ahead of Iraq’s 2025 elections

As Iraq prepares for pivotal parliamentary elections on November 11, fractures within the Shiite political sphere are becoming increasingly pronounced.

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Maliki urges Iraqis to vote in upcoming elections

“We have not and will not return to the days of coups and conspiracies that drain and manipulate the will of the nation,” said Maliki

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Maliki calls for supporting judiciary amid controversy over laws' suspension

“Granting days off without returning to the state is unfortunate,” said Maliki, head of the State of Law Coalition, during a televised speech on Monday

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Attempts to oust PMC chief and intra-Shiite battle over the position

Sources who spoke to The New Region said that there were attempts within the Coordination Framework, led by Nouri al-Maliki and Qais al-Khazali, to refer Fayyadh to retirement, while Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia’ al-Sudani wishes to keep him in the position.

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Sudani meets with Maliki amid international pressure to dissolve factions

Sudani’s visit to Maliki’s office comes days after reports suggested the former PM was planning on forming a new armed faction

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Conflict in Syria start of 'strategic goals' aimed at toppling the state: Maliki

"Defending Syria’s unity is a defense for the entire region," said Maliki

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Maliki pushes for Iraq election law amendments, sparking debate

Thair al-Jubouri, an MP from Maliki’s State of Law Coalition, told The New Region that his party seeks an election law ensuring fairness and transparency in electoral competition

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Iraqi politicians clash over Baath Party ‘threat’ as elections approach

As Iraq prepares for upcoming elections, former Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki has warned of a potential resurgence of the banned Baath Party, citing alleged intelligence on sleeper cells within the country.

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Iraq must choose between entering regional conflict, preserving internal security: Maliki

Following Ayatollah Ali Sistani's call for Iraqis to learn from previous mistakes and work toward stability and prosperity, political veteran Nouri al-Maliki said that the country must choose between two paths amid the regional conflicts

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