Early elections call falls flat; Sadr, Maliki, Kadhimi alliance looms Nouri al-Maliki, head of the State of Law Coalition, stressed the importance of adhering to the government program of Mohammed Shia' al-Sudani, particularly the clause advocating for early elections by the end of 2024. Jun. 29, 2024 Articles
Iraqi Shiites celebrate first official Eid al-Ghadir Iraq celebrated its first official Eid al-Ghadir as a national holiday. Jun. 26, 2024 News
What does Sadr conceal beneath his sacred cloak? Popular Shia cleric Muqtada al-Sadr has surprised those expecting him to act as a disruptive force in Iraq’s recent vote while fostering speculation on what his next moves may be. Abdulla Reshawi Dec. 27, 2023 Opinion
Iraq’s top court removes parliament speaker, sparks uproar Political party statements on controversial decision trickle out amid concerns that existing tensions will be aggravated. Nov. 16, 2023 News
Sadr both absent and present in Iraq’s upcoming vote Over a year after he left politics, popular firebrand cleric Muqtada al-Sadr remains a constant presence in Iraq’s media and influential on its streets. Abdulla Reshawi Nov. 14, 2023 Opinion