Politics

Election of Iraqi President launches apparent Sudani gambit for second term

Iraqi insiders from across the political spectrum say Sudani is making a play to seize momentum and form a new government.

Newly elected Iraqi President Nizar Amedi (right) meets with Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani (left) in Baghdad in April 2026. (Photo credit: Iraqi Presidency)

Jun 24, 2009

Oil in Parliament’s scope

Iraq’s oil minister is in the midst of a two-day session explaining oil matters to fired-up MPs. Meanwhile, the Nassiriya project is delayed until after bidding round.

Jun 22, 2009

Shahristani vs.

Iraq’s oil minister faces critics on a number of fronts, some rooted in technical expertise, others in politics that plague the country.

Jun 22, 2009

Iraqis say “hands off” to Iran

Many praise Tehran protesters but hope Iran keeps out of their country’s domestic affairs.

Jun 22, 2009

Election fever rises in Iraqi Kurdistan

Competition stiff for parliamentary seats in what many believe will be a hotly-contested campaign.

Jun 22, 2009

Iraqis react to Iranian election

Mahmoud Ahmadinejad’s disputed re-election as President of Iran has raised new questions about relations between the two neighbouring countries.

Jun 15, 2009

Under fire: Anbar journalists arming themselves

Regularly threatened and attacked, they’re buying guns on the black market for protection.

Jun 15, 2009

Gov’t launches attack on civil society

Government accused of stifling, monitoring NGOs.

Jun 10, 2009

Gov’t backs Shahristani in oil row with KRG

Press conference confirms June 29 contract awards; KRG deals must be approved by Oil Ministry.

Jun 9, 2009

Mines are “biggest environmental problem”

Minister of Environment heightens campaign of awareness and calls for donors to remove million of landmines.

Jun 9, 2009

Combating female circumcision

Activist describes challenges facing those trying to end the controversial practice in Iraqi Kurdistan.