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The historical and contemporary fragilities of the Iraqi State

Mediterranean Institute for Regional Studies

10/6/2023 7:57:00 AM

The political system was formed based on alliance between two main components, the Kurds, and the Sunni Arabs. Most politicians and first officers of the newly established Iraqi army were Sunnis and Kurds, a remanence of the Othman Empire army. The first Iraqi army Mousa Al-Kadhim battalion was commanded by Jaafar Al Askari, who was a Kurd in the Othman army and other important politicians were Sunnis former Othman Army officers such as Noori Al Saeed.

Empowering Iraq: The $27 Billion Deal for Iraq's Energy Sufficiency

Mediterranean Institute for Regional Studies

9/17/2023 9:25:00 AM

Iraq stands to gain from fostering cooperation among its neighbors without being utilized as a proxy, given its strategic geographical position. This approach is the most viable solution capable of appeasing the secular factions across Iraq’s political spectrum. However, despite the notable strides in foreign relations, Iraq’s energy crisis is not rooted in any shortage of natural wealth, but in Iraq’s failure to utilize that wealth due to corruption. In order for Iraq to truly advance, it must

What Are Sadr’s Plans for the Elections in Iraq?

Mediterranean Institute for Regional Studies

6/5/2023 2:22:00 PM

The upcoming provincial council elections in Iraq, scheduled by parliament for November 6, are seen as a critical moment in the country's political future. The government will hold the official elections no later than December 20, after the adoption of the 2023 federal budget law.

Iraq Looks for Expanded Economic Ties and to Put Baghdad Back on Washington’s Political Map

Mediterranean Institute for Regional Studies

2/26/2023 6:41:00 PM

Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein’s public outreach and official meetings seem to have put Iraq back on the policy agenda in Washington. But both sides will need to take further steps to sustain the positive momentum.

From Al-Hanana to Al-Sadr City...the Iraqi street and alleys are preparing for war

Mediterranean Institute for Regional Studies

7/8/2022 8:05:00 AM

We were walking in the streets of Baghdad, Basra and Najaf.. We did not see any of the different groups and classes of the people, feeling safe, reassuring and political stability, in those areas.. All of them believe that the marginalization of al-Sadr in the political process is not an easy matter.. This report issued by the Mediterranean Institute for Regional Studies "MIRS", by presenting and categorizing information, attempts to explore the future of the political process in Iraq in light

How to Keep the Islamic State Down in 2022 and Beyond

Mediterranean Institute for Regional Studies

1/21/2022 7:57:00 AM

The group and its offshoots pursue conventional warfare campaigns as a rule, not an exception, so the United States needs to enhance its regional military partnerships accordingly.

After Afghanistan, Iraqis Fear They Could Be Next

Mediterranean Institute for Regional Studies

8/21/2021 9:58:00 PM

Similarities between the two cases include heavy patronage politics and militia intimidation, but Baghdad has advantages that could help it avoid Kabul’s fate.

The water shortage crisis in Iraq: its risks, manifestations, and mechanisms for dealing with it

Bahrooz Jaafar

8/2/2021 1:02:00 PM

The geographical location in which the Arab world is located in the Middle East and North Africa is known to be dry, with few rivers, and less rain and snowfall than the rest of the world. The temperature in it is high, in addition to the low level of awareness; the government's management of its water is not at the required level. Because of the presence of the Tigris and Euphrates rivers, Iraq is one of the richest countries in terms of water resources, but external and internal factors thirst

How Kurdistan Is Taking Advantage Of Iraq’s Oil Crisis

Mediterranean Institute for Regional Studies

11/12/2020 1:02:00 PM

Iraq is facing a desperate financial situation: obliged to pay billions of dollars in state salaries, pensions, and other disbursements whilst its ability to generate revenue to do so is severely constrained by a low oil price environment and OPEC+-mandated production quotas.

Iraq’s Future Isn’t Oil, It’s Sustainable Electricity

Mediterranean Institute for Regional Studies

10/15/2020 8:31:00 PM

As the country continues to grapple with the aftermath of the Islamic State insurgency, revolutionizing the country’s energy sector could be the key to long-term security.

What's behind US pressure on Iraq to become energy independent?

Mediterranean Institute for Regional Studies

7/14/2019 10:04:00 AM

US push for Iraq's 'energy independence' aims to isolate Iran and take advantage of oil and gas reserves, analysts say.

‘’Rogue’’ Versus ``Moderate ‘’ Regimes: The Case of the Republic of Iraq

Valery Njemeke Siwe

3/11/2019 7:43:00 PM

This article is the about past and the present regimes of Iraq, from that of Saddam Hussein to the current present regime of Dr. Barham Salih. it will start by comparing Iraq and Nigeria because these two Countries are similar in several aspects, both have great security challenges orchestrated by terrorist groups while Iraq suffers from the ISIS (The Islamic state of Iraq and Syria) on the other hand Nigeria is been meted with an insurgency from BOKO HARAM. Both Countries faces corruption, inju

Iraq: From a failed state to the epicenter of change

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12/13/2018 9:57:00 PM

ANALYSIS. Recent developments in Iraq can infuse optimism for the future of the land of the earliest civilization of human history. President Barham Salih and Prime Minister Adil Abdulmehdi have a good chance of steering Iraq out of crisis and potentially make it the epicenter of change in the Middle East. Iraq is an important strategic hub that joins the Arab world with Iran and Turkey, and I will say to Europe too, and connects the economies of the Gulf and Europe.

Why Barham Salih's appointment as president is good news for Iraq

Mediterranean Institute for Regional Studies

10/8/2018 9:20:00 PM

The new Iraqi president is a sophisticated and experienced personality who knows Iraq's complexities and shortcomings all too well

The May 12 Parliamentary Election in Iraq Was Botched

Mediterranean Institute for Regional Studies

6/8/2018 11:18:00 AM

Iraq has suffered its fair share of instability stemming from poor political leadership. Furthermore, this instability and poor leadership have made the country to agonize from endemic corruption, threats to national security, failure to provide basic services to citizens, and continued lack of economic development since the 2003 Iraqi War. The war-torn country held parliamentary elections on May 12 this year. Many saw the election as an opportunity to rebuild Iraq and change the focus to insti

Why Iraq’s election is a remarkable victory for democracy

Mediterranean Institute for Regional Studies

5/22/2018 6:58:00 AM

On May 12, Iraq held its fourth national elections since 2003. More than 10 million people turned up at polling stations. Men and women alike voted freely — a rarity in the Middle East, and something that Iraqis can be proud of. Despite a lower turnout than was expected, voters leaned toward cross-sectarian lists rather than the ethnic or sect-based groupings that dominated previous elections.

Should the US Stay In Iraq or Pull Out?*

Mediterranean Institute for Regional Studies

4/13/2018 1:40:00 PM

From the perspective of the leader of Kata’ib Hezbollah, the Iranian-backed Shiite militia, and indeed of the Iranian political elite, which finances the mouthpiece and gives the militia the opportunity to disseminate its ideas, the US created groups from which ISIS emerged to justify a renewed US military presence in Iraq.

A Vision to end the spiral of crisis in Iraq

Mediterranean Institute for Regional Studies

1/7/2018 12:51:00 AM

The military defeat of the Da'ash organization in Iraq, the repercussions of the referendum in the Kurdistan region and the upcoming parliamentary elections represent the momentous period in the history of contemporary Iraq.
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