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Supporters of Muqtada al-Sadr raid and vandalize Iraqi news station
As the political situation in Iraq deteriorates, leaders within the Sadrist movement say they were shocked at Sadr's refusal last week to return his lawmakers to parliament
Oct 05, 2022
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The rise and fall of Muqtada al-Sadr…again
While Muqtada al-Sadr may be this week's biggest loser in Iraq, the country's battle for influence is still in full swing
Sep 01, 2022
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Muqtada al-Sadr’s drive to criminalize Iraq-Israel relations kills two birds with one stone
Iraq's legal offensive to criminalize normalization with Israel was praised across the region, however amidst a domestic political stalemate, there are ulterior motives at play
Aug 18, 2022
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Muqtada al-Sadr calls for early elections and disbandment of parliament
A leader within the Coordination Framework has seconded Al-Sadr's call for anticipated elections
Aug 04, 2022
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‘Iran does not meddle in Iraq’s political affairs’: Muqtada al-Sadr
The statements of the leader of the Sadrist bloc dismissed allegations and rumors that the Iran-Iraq relationship is not based on mutual respect
Jun 23, 2022
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Muqtada al-Sadr announces departure from Iraq politics
After the resignation of Sadrist MPs, runner-up candidates from the recent elections will become the new MPs, altering the power dynamics for the negotiations to form government
Jun 16, 2022
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Muqtada al-Sadr calls for investigation into claims of Mossad activity in Iraq
The IRGC has said that its attack in Erbil targeted a Mossad facility in the self-governed region, and has warned Israel against further attacks on its officials
Mar 14, 2022
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Iraq’s Muqtada al-Sadr rejects mediation offer by Iranian, Lebanese resistance groups: Report
The leader of the Sadrist Movement has also welcomed a decision by the Supreme Court to ratify the first session of parliament
Jan 25, 2022
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Muqtada al-Sadr affirms decision not to include Shias in coalition government
Despite initial agreements with Shia factions, Al-Sadr has now announced that he is planning to form a non-Shia coalition
Jan 09, 2022
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Iraq’s Muqtada al-Sadr calls for PMU to disband, says he intends to form a ‘national majority government’
The apparent winner of last month's disputed parliamentary elections says that the PMU defeat "should not end or disrupt democracy"
Nov 18, 2021
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Iraq presses on with national dialogue despite Al-Sadr boycott
US officials visited Iraq this weekend, warning that the country is on the verge of collapse
Sep 05, 2022
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Al-Sadr orders supporters to end Green Zone siege, thanks PMU for ‘not firing a single shot’
Muqtada al-Sadr's praise of the group, also known as Hashd al-Shaabi, came despite western media reports that claimed its forces were involved in the fighting
Aug 30, 2022
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Al-Sadr retires from Iraqi politics for second time this year as supporters breach Green Zone
Ahead of his latest retirement, Al-Sadr lost the support of a major Shia Jurist, who accused the Sadrist leader of betraying his father's legacy
Aug 29, 2022
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Al-Sadr calls for national debate, CF accepts
Al-Sadr and his followers had boycotted a national dialogue session hosted by Prime Minister Mustafa Kadhimi last week
Aug 21, 2022
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CF and Al-Sadr supporters mobilize by the thousands in Iraq’s capital
Iraqi lawmakers have failed for nearly a year to form a government, in the longest political deadlock in the country's history
Aug 13, 2022
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Iraq’s CF leaders say they will form a government despite threats from Al-Sadr
The leader of the Sadrist movement gave the judiciary a one-week ultimatum to dissolve parliament
Aug 11, 2022
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Counterprotests expected in Iraq after Al-Sadr supporters occupy parliament
Muqtada al-Sadr has called on his supporters to continue pushing with their 'spontaneous revolution' to overhaul Iraq's entire political system
Aug 01, 2022
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Al-Sadr mobilizes hundreds of thousands in Baghdad, calls for PMU dissolution
The mass mobilization took place despite the absence of Al-Sadr, as officials fear the show of strength could disrupt ongoing attempts to form a government
Jul 16, 2022
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Iraq’s Coordination Framework to negotiate with Al-Sadr under two conditions: Report
The ad-hoc coalition of Shia parties has been scrambling to form part of Iraq's next government following the amendment of controversial election results
Jan 15, 2022
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Iraq’s Sadrist movement freezes all political activities for one year
The influential Shia cleric has announcThe influential Shia cleric has announced his retirement from politics twice previously this year
Apr 14, 2023
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Turmoil erupts in Iraqi parliament over controversial election law
The parliament approved amendments to the law which could potentially weaken the chances of independent parties in elections
Mar 27, 2023
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Charlie Hebdo under criticism over cartoon mocking earthquake in Syria, Turkiye
The cartoon illustrated damaged buildings, rubble, and a toppled car, captioned, 'No need to send tanks'
Feb 08, 2023
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Sadr labels earthquake ‘divine punishment’ for ‘inadequate’ response to Quran burning
Following his ninth retirement from Iraqi politics since 2013, the Iraqi cleric has attempted to remain relevant by making politically charged statements
Feb 07, 2023
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Made in Britain: How London handpicks Iraqi leaders
An investigation into how the British government groomed young, impressionable Iraqis to serve as their political agents.
Nov 15, 2022
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Iraq’s parliament gives green light to new government
Iraq held early elections more than a year ago as a result of mass anti-government protests that began in October 2019
Oct 28, 2022
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Government formation in Iraq delayed over dispute in CF ranks
The political deadlock is the longest political crisis in Iraq's recent history, and has lasted for more than a year so far
Oct 24, 2022
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Iraq investigates theft of $2.5 billion from tax agency
The missing $2.5 billion from a bank fund of Iraq’s General Tax Authority is considered one of the biggest corruption scandals in recent history
Oct 17, 2022
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Sadrists announce latest boycott of government formation in Iraq
Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, the country's new prime minister, has 30 days to form a cabinet
Oct 15, 2022
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One year after elections, Iraqi lawmakers name new president and PM
The newly named premier, Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, has 30 days to form a cabinet and present it to parliament for approval
Oct 14, 2022
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Rockets hit Green Zone delaying crucial parliament session in Iraq
This is the second time in a week that parliament is targeted by a rocket attack just as lawmakers were set to meet
Oct 13, 2022
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