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Government formation stalemate deepens

Nouri al-Maliki's path to the premiership becomes increasingly unlikely as political power brokers struggle to contend with U.S. opposition and regional uncertainty.
Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani (left) and former Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki (right) meet on Feb. 11, 2026 in Baghdad. (Photo credit: Prime Minister's Office)
Apr 10, 2013

Conflict over Kurdistan oil transparency

Political disputes between Erbil and Baghdad have clouded a promising transparency initiative meant to protect Iraq's oil sector from mismanagement and corruption.

Apr 9, 2013

Iraqi Cabinet decisions: April 9, 2013

Each week Beyond the Headlines features a raw translation of the Cabinet decisions, as made public in Arabic by the media office of the Council of Ministers.

Apr 7, 2013

Iraqi Cabinet decisions: April 7, 2013

Each week Beyond the Headlines features a raw translation of the Cabinet decisions, as made public in Arabic by the media office of the Council of Ministers.

Mar 29, 2013

Turkey, Kurdistan advance energy ties

Turkish and Kurdish leaders have finalized the framework of a massive energy partnership and are poised to begin signing contracts, despite protests from Baghdad and Washington.

Mar 28, 2013

Iraqi Cabinet decisions: March 26, 2013

Each week Beyond the Headlines features a raw translation of the Cabinet decisions, as made public in Arabic by the media office of the Council of Ministers.

Mar 14, 2013

As Turkey-Kurdistan deal accelerates, US hits brakes

Top leaders from Baghdad, Ankara, and Erbil are all lobbying the Obama administration for decisive support, as all sides weigh the enormous consequences of a potential energy deal between Turkey and the KRG.