Will al-Sudani Become Iraq’s Prime Minister Again?
The English section of webangah News Agency, citing Al-Masala via Mehr News Agency, reports that based on parliamentary election outcomes and an unannounced political agreement to renew leadership and redistribute influence within the shiite bloc, along with initial talks to form coalitions with Sunni and Kurdish parties holding a critically important majority to establish the next government, it appears unlikely that Mohammed Shia’ Al Sudani will continue as prime minister in Iraq.
The report adds that from a neutral perspective, Iraq’s elections were not merely a contest for parliamentary seats but served as a test of how deeply democratic practices have taken root amid Iraq’s volatile environment. Campaign teams highlighted state interference and misuse of public resources favoring certain factions.
Political analysis within this report suggests that the Coordination Framework aims to consolidate its position as a stabilizing force against rivals. However, post-election negotiations are expected to be challenging as new internal balances are struck both within shiite parties and beyond.
Moreover, overall assessments indicate upcoming developments will involve more than just changes in names; there will be a realignment of power among customary forces unwilling to relinquish their influence. This leaves open possibilities ranging from reaching a peaceful agreement to entering into an extended political crisis.
Current estimates show Iraqi Shiites secured 197 seats in Tuesday’s election. Sunnis won 67 parliamentary seats, kurds took 56 seats, while other religious minorities obtained their guaranteed nine seats under Iraqi electoral law.
