BAGHDAD: More than a month after Iraq parliamentary elections, political leaders are still negotiating the formation of a new government amid growing pressure from the United States. Washington has urged Iraqi leaders to exclude what it describes as Iran-backed armed groups from the next ruling coalition. Read More: Sudani declares victory as his bloc leads Iraq’s general election […]
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Iraq militia leader Qais Khazali eyes political power amid elections
BAGHDAD — Qais Al-Khazali, the Iran-aligned militia leader designated a global terrorist by the United States, is attempting to soften his image and expand his influence in Iraqi politics ahead of parliamentary elections. Khazali’s Asa’ib Ahl al-Haq movement aims to transform from an armed militia into a political force, seeking to secure a stronger role […]