Nouri al-Maliki
نوری المالکی
Prime Minister of Iraq
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View Timeline →Maliki Proposes 'Containment' Strategy for Iraqi Resistance Factions
Former Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki has proposed a strategy of 'containment' for resistance factions in Iraq instead of disarming them. This stance reflects ongoing…
Iran Claims to Have Prevented Six Ships from Transiting the Strait of Hormuz
Iran announced that it successfully prevented six ships from passing through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical maritime route. This incident highlights ongoing tensions in…
Arab Press: Iran's Economic Situation and Its Consequences
The economic crisis in Iran has prompted government warnings against non-essential purchases, while the rial's value has plummeted due to renewed U.S. sanctions. Khamenei faces…
Muqtada al-Sadr Strengthens His Parliamentary Position
Muqtada al-Sadr has formed a new coalition with other political lists to strengthen his position in the Iraqi parliament after winning the most votes in…
Note: Muqtada al-Sadr's Return to the Political Arena in Iraq
Muqtada al-Sadr has unexpectedly emerged as a leading figure in Iraq's parliamentary elections, distancing himself from traditional allies and establishing new relationships, particularly with Saudi…
Qassem Soleimani's Talks in Baghdad 'to Form Iraq's Future Government'
Qassem Soleimani is in Baghdad negotiating with Iraqi politicians to form a new government aligned with Iran following the parliamentary elections. The surprising lead of…
Disintegration in the Shiite Camp of Iraq
The article discusses the deepening divisions within the Shiite political camp in Iraq, particularly between Nouri al-Maliki and Muqtada al-Sadr, amid ongoing political and economic…
Indirect Cooperation Between Qassem Soleimani and American Officials During Bush's Era
Zalmay Khalilzad reveals that the Bush administration indirectly collaborated with Qassem Soleimani in 2006 to remove Iraqi Prime Minister Ibrahim al-Jaafari due to concerns over…
EU Warns of 'Dangerous Consequences' of Sheikh Nimr's Execution
The EU's foreign policy chief criticized Saudi Arabia's execution of Sheikh Nimr al-Nimr, warning it could escalate sectarian tensions in the region. The execution has…
Iraq's National Guard Law and Its Opponents
The Iraqi parliament postponed the vote on the National Guard law due to strong opposition from Iran-aligned militias. The law aims to establish a National…
Extensive Reforms in Iraq with the Abolition of Certain Positions and Reduction of Security Personnel
The Iraqi government has approved extensive reforms proposed by Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi, including the abolition of certain government positions and a reduction in security…
Iraqi Prime Minister: I Do Not Owe Any Debt to the Iranians
Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi stated he does not owe Iran any political debt for its assistance in fighting ISIS, emphasizing that Iran's support is…
Qasem Soleimani, the Hero of a Heterogeneous Coalition
The article discusses the recent emergence of Qasem Soleimani as a prominent figure in Iranian and Iraqi politics, highlighting his historical role and the implications…
Iraq in 2014; Between the 'Islamic State' and the Islamic Republic
In 2014, Iraq faced severe internal violence and the rise of ISIS following the withdrawal of foreign forces. The political landscape was complicated by the…