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Iraqis vote, change looks unlikely

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Iraqis voted nationwide on Tuesday in parliamentary elections widely seen as unlikely to bring real change, with many citizens skeptical and turnout appearing historically low.

by Zalmay Khalilzad

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Kathimerini
Iraqis at the polls to elect a new Parliament

Many Iraqis doubt whether these parliamentary elections can bring real change to their daily lives and view the vote as a sham that can only benefit political elites and regional powers.

Iraqis at the polls to elect a new Parliament
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Die Zeit
Election in Iraq: 'Many see a corrupt elite blocking fundamental reforms'

In Iraq, voting is taking place today. A new sense of security has emerged, says Lahib Higel. But at the ballot box, deep distrust in the political system could become evident.

Election in Iraq: 'Many see a corrupt elite blocking fundamental reforms'
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Die Zeit
Iraq elections: What these elections are about

Iraq is electing a new parliament. The country is better off than at the last election, yet turnout has fallen for years. The key questions and answers.

Iraq elections: What these elections are about
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New York Times
Iraqis Are Voting for a New Parliament. Here's What to Know

Iraq is caught in the conflict between Washington and Tehran, with the Trump administration insisting that the next government disarm powerful Iran-backed militias.

Iraqis Are Voting for a New Parliament. Here's What to Know
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Neue Zürcher Zeitung
Unter dem IS galt Mosul als Hölle auf Erden. Jetzt hoffen die Sunniten im Irak auf einen funktionierenden Staat

Viele Sunniten sehen in der Parlamentswahl eine Chance - weil die vom Iran unterstützen Schiiten geschwächt sind. Ein Besuch

Unter dem IS galt Mosul als Hölle auf Erden. Jetzt hoffen die Sunniten im Irak auf einen funktionierenden Staat
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by Zalmay Khalilzad

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by Gérard Govers

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de Volkskrant
Historically low turnout threatens the sixth Iraqi elections since the fall of Saddam Hussein

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Historically low turnout threatens the sixth Iraqi elections since the fall of Saddam Hussein
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Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung
Iraq election: A country in glory and peace. Or?

The Iraqi prime minister has brought unusual calm and a sense of momentum to the country. Now he faces removal and Baghdad faces a power struggle. Where is the country headed?

Iraq election: A country in glory and peace. Or?
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Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung
Election in Iraq: A Country of Splendor and Peace. Or?

Iraq's prime minister has brought unusual calm and a sense of renewal to the country. Now he faces possible removal and Baghdad a power struggle. Where is the country headed?

Election in Iraq: A Country of Splendor and Peace. Or?
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