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.

Nov. 12, 2024

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KRI voters abroad must return to vote: IHEC

The Iraqi electoral commission on Sunday confirmed that Kurdistan Region citizens abroad need to be physically present during elections and should have biometric IDs to vote.

Jul. 07, 2024

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Iran’s Pezeshkian to be sworn in next month

Iran’s president-elect Masoud Pezeshkian will be sworn in early August following a letter of endorsement from the supreme leader.

Jul. 07, 2024

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Iran elects reformist president

Iranians elect reformist Masoud Pezeshkian as new president, as just 49.8% turnout for election.

Jul. 06, 2024

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No president elected; Iranian election go for run-off

Iran is set to hold Presidential race run-off on July 5, after a record low turnout election ended with a reformist candidate up front.

Jun. 29, 2024

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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

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Kurdistan Region to hold elections in October

The Kurdistan Region’s presidency has set October 20 to hold parliamentary elections, a move welcomed by Iraq and the EU.

Jun. 26, 2024

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Registration for Kurdistan Region’s elections extended again: IHEC

The Independent High Electoral Commission on Monday extended the registration period for the Kurdistan Region’s elections by three days, making it the second extension in a month.

Jun. 24, 2024

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KDP registers for Kurdish parliamentary elections

The Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP) has registered for the Kurdistan Region's upcoming parliamentary elections upon its demands partially met.

Jun. 09, 2024

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