Coordination Framework at ‘near stalemate’ over PM selection: Official

A Monday meeting of the Coordination Framework "will be decisive once and for all in selecting the prime ministerial figure," according to Victory Alliance spokesperson Salam al-Zubaidi.

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Iraqi top coalition says leader Sudani likely to retain premiership

“We affirm that Sudani remains the strongest and closest candidate within the Framework and enjoys clear support based on the stability and achievements made during the past period,” Mansouri said.

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Iraq’s Shiite Coordination Framework yet to decide on deputy speaker

The negotiations remain revolved around the four names the factions previously shortlisted.

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Four Shiite candidates compete for first deputy speaker position: Source

After the Framework makes a decision, it will then be put to a vote during the first parliamentary session of the new term next, which is scheduled for Monday.

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Coordination Framework holds meeting, discusses next phase of gov't formation

Iraq's ruling Shiite umbrella group has reportedly narrowed down the list of potential candidates for the next prime minister to three or four.

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Coordination Framework explores three selection mechanisms for next prime minister: Source

The session resulted in three options regarding the selection of the country's next premier, the source said.

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Coordination Framework discusses ways to expedite PM pick

The Framework also reiterated support for the government’s efforts to restrict weapons to the state.

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Sudani coalition says to present initiative to end premiership deadlock

Iraq’s ruling Shiite Coordination Framework is set to hold a key meeting later on Monday.

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Coordination Framework to continue prime minister talks Monday

On the other hand, leaders from Iraq's top Sunni political forces were set to meet on Sunday to continue discussion on naming the next Speaker of Parliament, but a senior member within the Sunni coalition said the meeting has still not been confirmed.

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