Shia Groups’ Gains in Iraq Elections Signal New Political Map
webangah News Agency, International Desk: The news outlet Al-Maaloma reported that data released by Iraq’s Electoral Commission shows Shiite groups, through various political coalitions, secured 197 parliamentary seats. This achievement introduces a new political equation amid ongoing efforts to form the next government coalition.
Simultaneously occurring, other political factions emphasize that all parties seek to avoid hindering the political process adn prioritize forming Iraq’s new government. imran Karkoush, a member of the State of law Coalition in Iraq, stated that a new political reality has emerged after the parliamentary elections and examination of power distribution among factions. He noted that Sunni and Kurdish groups have no choice but to accept the larger bloc’s position and predicted an eventual agreement between them.
Karkoush added: “Advancing the political process based on existing realities requires accepting the demands of the largest bloc-namely, the Coordination framework coalition. The election results have cast their shadow over relations among all groups; unity and consensus on key issues are now essential for forming the next government.”
Abbas al-Maliki, an Iraqi political analyst, also said most election participants generally agree on quickly moving toward government formation and ensuring progress in politics. He stressed existing disagreements among parties are not significant enough to halt this process and expects developments to proceed without concern over conflicts or tensions.
He emphasized that Sunni, Kurdish, and other Shiite factions share a unified approach: continuing forward politically despite differences in views or affiliations.
Abdulrahman al-Jazaeri, head of Iraq’s National Tribal Movement, highlighted that parliamentarians and parties face real challenges before Iraqi citizens amid domestic pressures, regional developments, and foreign influences. He insisted a new government must be formed swiftly with all stakeholders sitting together to chart out upcoming political strategies. Security forces shoudl also implement necessary measures to prevent any unrest as formation efforts intensify-mindful of how shifting political stances might affect public sentiment in coming days.
