Iraqi PM al-Sudani’s coalition comes first in parliamentary election
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With no clear majority, formation of next government will require intensive deal-making among strongest blocs.
Breakdown
- Celebrations took place in Baghdad as high voter turnout was hailed as a victory for democracy. 5s
- The Independent High Electoral Commission reported a 56.11% voter turnout, the highest in years. 36s
- Prime Minister al-Sudani’s coalition led in Baghdad and several southern provinces, while the Taqaddum party led by Mohamed Al-Halbousi came second and dominated Sunni-majority areas. 42s
- Qais al-Khazali’s As-Sadiqoun bloc expanded its presence, while Muqtada al-Sadr’s boycott had little impact. 1m 6s
- Political blocs now begin complex negotiations to form a government, which must balance domestic and international interests. 1m 22s