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Adel Abdul Mahdi
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Adel Abdul Mahdi

prime minister of Iraq
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Adel Abdul Mahdi served as the prime minister of Iraq, tasked with forming a cabinet following the 2018 parliamentary elections. The election results were unexpected, leading to a complex political landscape and calls for recounts due to alleged irregularities. Widespread protests against government corruption and poor services further complicated the formation of a new government.1

Abdul Mahdi, an independent politician, was designated prime minister by President Barham Salih. However, he faced challenges in securing parliamentary approval for key cabinet positions, resulting in a partially formed government. Pressure mounted on Abdul Mahdi to fill the remaining posts, with significant political figures like Muqtada al-Sadr threatening to withdraw support if the cabinet was not completed.12

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  1. Iraq - 2018 parliamentary elections and the premiership of Adel Abdul Mahdi
  2. Muqtada al-Sadr

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