Archive - Iraq Horizons

Analysis and full translation of the new Popular Mobilization Commission draft law

After weeks of political paralysis, parliament held a first reading of a new PMF bill.

15 hrs ago

Sudani revives DG appointments amid signs of political bargaining

Council of Ministers approves permanent appointment of 19 directors general across a range of ministries and government agencies.

Mar 22

Weekly roundup: Syrian Foreign Minister visits Iraq

Syrian Foreign Minister travels to Baghdad. PM speaks with French President. Turkish Minister of Energy visits Iraq. PM speaks with US Secretary of…

Mar 21

Political deadlock over the PMF Service and Retirement Law

The proposed bill has caused political fissures among the leading Shia parties of the Coordination Framework.

Mar 18

Weekly roundup: Violence in Syria ignites, US ends Iraq electricity waiver

Iraq participates in Syria and Neighboring Countries summit. US sanctions waiver for Iraq expires. PM speaks with US National Security Advisor. PM…

Mar 14

Massacre of Alawites deepens tensions between Iraq and Syria

Prospects for normalized diplomatic relations remain uncertain.

Mar 13

How will Iraq adapt to the loss of Iranian energy following waiver expiration?

The US sanctions waiver for Iraq expired on Saturday after the Trump administration decided not to renew it.

Mar 10

Weekly roundup: Iraq attends emergency Arab League meeting on Gaza

President attends emergency Arab League meeting. Iraq sets date for 2025 Arab League Summit. National Security Advisor calls for PKK and Turkish troops…

Mar 7

Parliament faces heated debates over legislative proposals

Parliament is expected to undertake a set of contentious debates after Ramadhan, with several controversial laws under discussion.

Mar 6

Political calculations shape prospects for electoral law changes

Informal discussions among Iraq's political elite are underway regarding potential amendments to the electoral law.

Mar 5

February 2025

Weekly roundup: Security and energy dominate foreign policy discussions

PM speaks with US Secretary of State. Former PM returns to Baghdad. Russian Minister of Energy travels to Baghdad. Speaker attends Arab Parliament…

Feb 28

CBI accelerates reform measures to avoid financial isolation

CBI steps up efforts to demonstrate reform measures to curb money laundering and the misuse of US dollar.

Feb 27

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