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November 12, 2025 at 1:42 PM
As Iraq waits for final results, the next phase will center on negotiations between major blocs. The ability to build a broad and stable coalition will decide whether Iraq moves toward continuity or limited reform.
November 12, 2025 at 1:42 PM
Opposition parties such as New Generation appear to have lost momentum, while reform-oriented newcomers like National Stance may be gaining modest ground. But without official results, the full picture in Kurdistan remains incomplete.
November 12, 2025 at 1:42 PM
Political disengagement, however, remains a serious issue. Despite higher national turnout, millions of eligible voters in the Kurdistan Region are believed to have stayed home or voided their ballots, reflecting deep disillusionment with local politics.
November 12, 2025 at 1:42 PM
In the Kurdistan Region, early figures indicate that the Kurdistan Democratic Party and the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan continue to dominate the political landscape, with little sign of a major shift in their balance of power.
November 12, 2025 at 1:42 PM
The election unfolded amid widespread frustration over corruption, poor services, and stalled reform. Many voters see the political system as dominated by entrenched elites, and analysts expect coalition talks to be complex and prolonged.
November 12, 2025 at 1:42 PM
Winning the most seats, however, does not guarantee the premiership. In Iraq’s system, the position goes to the nominee of the largest parliamentary bloc, meaning coalition building after the vote will determine who leads the next government.
November 12, 2025 at 1:42 PM
While final seat counts are not yet certified, early indicators suggest that Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani’s coalition performed strongly and may have secured the largest share of seats nationally.
November 12, 2025 at 1:42 PM