Iraq divided over PMF law as US, local opposition block vote

Iraqi lawmakers are split over a new law to formalize the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF). The vote has been delayed due to political disagreements inside the parliament, strong opposition from the United States, and warnings from Iraqi officials.

News

Iraqi MPs warn political process at risk as parliament sessions keep failing

With Parliament repeatedly failing to hold sessions, Iraqi lawmakers and analysts warn that the political process is under threat. A majority of members skipped Saturday’s session, prompting calls for accountability.

News

Iraqi parliament’s presidency demands boycotting blocs participate, threatens repercussions

The parliamentary presidency has decided "to proceed with the implementation of the internal regulations for unjustified absentees, leading to the termination of their membership."

News

Iraqi lawmakers raise concerns over freedom of expression, protest law

Iraq’s parliament is set to vote on a new law about freedom of expression and peaceful protest.

News

Controversial PMF bill to be submitted to Iraqi parliament's presidency: Security committee

Baghdad has come under heavy US pressure to withdraw the bill, which would formalize the Popular Mobilization Forces' (PMF) position as an official state security organ.

News

Iraqi parliament to discuss drone attacks on Kurdistan Region, Kut fire in special session

The extraordinary session is expected to begin in the afternoon, according to an agenda published by the parliament’s media office. It will include discussions on “the Kut fire incident” and “the terrorist attacks with explosive drones on infrastructure in the Kurdistan Region.”

News

KDP demands emergency Iraqi parliament session over oil field drone attacks

The Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP) bloc in Baghdad called on the federal government to "assume its constitutional responsibilities in protecting the country's security and stability and to take decisive steps to stop these attacks, expose the perpetrators, and bring them to justice.”

News

Iraqi parliament session canceled after speaker, deputy clash

A verbal spat between Iraqi Parliament Speaker Mahmoud al-Mashhadani and his first deputy Mohsen al-Mandalawi lead to the scheduled parliamentary session being adjourned before it commenced, with the altercation relating to comments made by the former that were perceived by some lawmakers as carrying "sectarian tones.”

News

KDP boycotts Iraqi parliament session over unresolved salary issues

Saturday’s session of the Iraqi parliament saw the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP) boycott proceedings over ongoing Erbil-Baghdad salary and oil disputes, with other Kurdish blocs signing a petition to add the crisis to the legislative body’s official agenda.

News