Iraqi cleric's push to sideline Iran-backed factions risks clash

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Al-Sadr publishes a tweet about the shape of the new Iraqi government

 

 2022-01-08 05:54

 

 

 

Shafaq News/ The leader of the Sadrist movement, Muqtada al-Sadr, renewed on Saturday his position regarding the formation of the next federal government, and that it will be a "national majority" government.

This came in a tweet he posted on the social networking sites "Twitter", on the eve of the first session of the House of Representatives in its new session, and the intensification of meetings and meetings between the main political components in the country (Shiites, Kurds, Sunnis) with the aim of naming the three presidencies, and proceeding with the formation of the government.

Al-Sadr said in his tweet, "Today, there is no place for sectarianism and there is no place for ethnicity, but a national majority government in which Shiites defend the rights of minorities, Sunnis and Kurds."

He added that "the Kurdish will defend the rights of minorities, Sunnis and Shiites, and the Sunni will defend the rights of minorities, Shiites and Kurds."

He pointed out that "today there is no place for corruption, as all sects will support reform," stressing that "today there is no place for militias, everyone will support the army, police and security forces, and the law will prevail in an impartial Iraqi judiciary."

Al-Sadr continued, "Today, we and the people will say: No, our decision is Iraqi Shiite, Sunni, Kurdish, Turkman, Christian, Faili, Shabak, Yazidi, Sabean: (an Iraqi national mosaic, neither eastern nor western)."

 

 

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Muqtada al-Sadr confirms the formation of a 'national majority' government: Today there is no place for militias

2022.01.08 - 13:54

 

  

Baghdad - people   

The leader of the Sadrist movement, Muqtada al-Sadr, confirmed, on Saturday, the formation of a "national majority" government.   

  

 

  

Al-Sadr said in a blog post followed by "Nass" (January 8, 2022), "Today there is no place for sectarianism and there is no place for ethnicity, but a national majority government in which the Shiites are motivated by the rights of minorities, Sunnis and Kurds...".   

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Al-Sadr: There is no place for corruption and everyone will suppor t the army and security forces

 2022/01/08

 

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Baghdad / Al-Mawrid News

, the leader of the Sadrist movement, Muqtada Al-Sadr, confirmed, on Saturday, that there is no place for corruption, and everyone will support the army and security forces.
Al-Sadr said in a tweet to him, "Today there is no place for corruption, as all sects will support reform, and everyone will support the army, police and security forces."

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Will Sadr lay the first building block for a new political process in Iraq?

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The leader of the Sadrist movement, Muqtada al-Sadr, said in a post on "Twitter", Friday: "The will of the free people is above all external pressures, and the will of the people is a national majority government, and that any external pressures will not deter us from that, and any threats will increase our determination, progress and determination, towards An authentic Iraqi democracy, free and fair.

The Sadrist movement, which issued the results of the parliamentary elections that took place on the tenth of last October, seeks to weave alliances with the largest political and sectarian components in the country, enabling it to form a government of a "national majority", according to what was announced more than once previously.

Is Sadr approaching the formation of the majority government that he promised?

On this subject, the guest of the “Where is the Truth” program on Radio “Sputnik”, the independent politician Wael Al-Hazem, says:

 

“The names of the political blocs announced by Mr. Al-Sadr in his tweet include the majority of the parliament’s seats, as the total of the names reached the limits of 183 seats, and there are other names that Mr. Al-Sadr did not announce, which are for independent deputies, and therefore the number will reach 225 or more deputies compared to 100 deputies. Opposition, and on Sunday we will witness the selection of the presidents of the republic and parliament, and the prime minister may be assigned on the same day.

 

Al-Hazem added: "Some of the blocs that lost a large part of their seats will go towards the alliance with the Sadr bloc, meaning that part of the coordination framework blocs will join the Sadr coalition, as the losing blocs must go to the opposition in Parliament, they have previously failed in managing the state when they were They dominate Parliament, as today there is a tendency to choose the prime minister who will be supported by Parliament, which will give him an opportunity to take many decisions without fear of withdrawing confidence from him. Iraq for 18 years.

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Al-Sadr Tweeted About The New Government: There Is No Place For Sectarianism

08/01/2022

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Earth News/ The leader of the Sadrist movement, Muqtada al-Sadr, confirmed today, Saturday, the formation of a national majority government, indicating that there is no place for sectarianism in it.
Al-Sadr said in a tweet followed by Earth News, "Today there is no place for sectarianism and no place for ethnicity, but a national majority government in which the Shiites are motivated by the rights of minorities, Sunnis and Kurds."
Al-Sadr added, "The Kurd will defend the rights of minorities, Sunnis and Shiites," adding, "The Sunnis will defend the rights of minorities, Kurds and Shiites."

[Bama Girl]

Dang, I might start liking Al-Sadr. He’s making a lot of sense. And if he can lessen Iran’s influence in Iraq, I’ll like him better. I recall years ago, he came across as a radical person who hated America, He may still hate America but maybe he’s the one who can “nationalize” Iraq so the progress can go forward. 🙏🙏

 

[shixjr]

10 hours ago, Bama Girl said:

Dang, I might start liking Al-Sadr

BamaGirl, it's like watching a good mystery on TV, where the good guys end up being the bad guys and the bad guys ending up being the good guys.  I never know who is who til their true colors come out.  The only difference is that I don't have anything riding on the TV shows!

[Donziman]

Thee world must be upside down. Al-Sadar was guilty of all these things he is now against. The no militias thing from a guy who had one of the largest militias.  LOL

 

[Half Crazy Runner]

8 hours ago, shixjr said:

BamaGirl, it's like watching a good mystery on TV, where the good guys end up being the bad guys and the bad guys ending up being the good guys.  I never know who is who til their true colors come out.  The only difference is that I don't have anything riding on the TV shows!

Except for Maliki. He’s a baddie, he’s  always been a baddie, and will continue to be a baddie unless somebody stops him ….  🥔 

[horsesoldier]

4 hours ago, Half Crazy Runner said:

Except for Maliki. He’s a baddie, he’s  always been a baddie, and will continue to be a baddie unless somebody stops him ….  🥔 

Spud shooting, I like it.

[shixjr]

14 hours ago, Half Crazy Runner said:

Except for Maliki.

There's always one that you know is bad and he doesn't disappoint.  The only time he's good is when he is "dispatched" towards the end of the show.  Now I wonder when it's gonna happen...

[DinarDavo]

10 hours ago, horsesoldier said:

Spud shooting, I like it.

 

Break out the potato launcher! 

[Half Crazy Runner]

3 hours ago, shixjr said:

There's always one that you know is bad and he doesn't disappoint.  The only time he's good is when he is "dispatched" towards the end of the show.  Now I wonder when it's gonna happen...

I think you and I are watching the same tv shows! 😆👍🏻
Here’s hoping! 

[horsesoldier]

7 hours ago, DinarDavo said:

7 hours ago, DinarDavo said:

 

Break out the potato launcher! 

Have U seen some of these Tater Launchers ?????

 

They look like “ Weapons of MASHED DESTRUCTION “  

[HowieC]

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A Kurdish leader for RT: Barham Salih is the only Kurdish candidate for the post of President of the Republic of Iraq

 

10.01.2022 | 22:24 GMT

 

A Kurdish leader for RT: Barham Salih is the only Kurdish candidate for the post of President of the Republic of Iraq

The outgoing Iraqi president, Barham Salih

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Rezan Al-Sheikh, a leader in the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan, confirmed, on Monday, that the outgoing Iraqi president, Barham Salih, is the only Kurdish candidate for the post of President of the Republic of Iraq.

She told RT, "The Kurdish parties do not have any invalid candidate for the post of President of the Republic, and he is the only one who will be put to a vote in the House of Representatives."

 

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[Bama Girl]

On 1/9/2022 at 2:56 PM, Half Crazy Runner said:

Except for Maliki. He’s a baddie, he’s  always been a baddie, and will continue to be a baddie unless somebody stops him ….  🥔 

Another reason, I am currently (don’t know if it’s going to last 🙄) impressed with Al Sadr’s rhetoric. He is saying Maliki won’t be a part of the newly formed government.  As long as Maliki has any influence, there will be chaos in Iraq imo. Why that dude is still walking around I’ll never know.

I believe there’s much for us to feel encouraged. 

[HowieC]

Al-Halbousi opens the door for candidacy for the post of President of the Iraqi Republic

 

January 11 2022 01:03 am

 

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Baghdad: «Gulf» - agencies

Yesterday, Monday, the Speaker of the Iraqi Parliament, Muhammad al-Halbousi, decided to open the candidacy door for those wishing to run for the position of President of the Republic of Iraq, at a time when the Kurdistan Democratic Party announced that the position of President of the Republic had been resolved, pointing to an agreement to present two candidates for the position by the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan, which will be resolved. One of them was within a very short time without any obstacles, while Washington welcomed the convening of the fifth session of the Iraqi parliament, expressing its hope that the new Iraqi government would be formed as soon as possible.

Run for the presidency

The statement stated, "It is required for nomination for the position of President of the Republic based on Article (1) of the law to be Iraqi by birth, of Iraqi parents, possess full capacity, have completed forty years of age, have a good reputation and political experience, and are known for their integrity, integrity, justice, and loyalty to the homeland." His academic achievement should not be less than the initial university degree recognized by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research in Iraq. Likewise, he shall not have been convicted of a crime involving moral turpitude, and shall not be covered by the provisions of the Accountability and Justice Law procedures, or any procedures that replace them.

Kurdish partisan agreement

On the other hand, Kurdistan Democratic Party deputy, Mahdi Karim, said that “the two parties, the Democratic Party and the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan, have agreed to nominate two personalities for the post of President of the Republic,” noting that “the two candidates were presented by the Patriotic Union,” one of which will be decided before the constitutional date. . He added that "the matter was resolved by the Kurdish blocs and with other blocs, such as the Progress bloc or the Sadrist movement," noting that "just as the Speaker and his two deputies were passed, the Kurdish candidate for the post of President of the Republic will be passed easily." He added that "the position of Prime Minister belongs to the Shiite component, and there is no objection to any figure of this component by the Kurds, or the Sunni component."

Washington to accelerate the formation of the government

In a related context, the US Embassy in Baghdad expressed its hope that Parliament would speed up the process of forming a new government. In a statement posted on Facebook, she added that the council "is an integral part of the Iraqi democratic process and national sovereignty." And she continued, "Given the important role that Iraq plays in regional stability and security, we share the hope that Iraq's leaders and the new parliament will begin to speed up the process of forming a new government so that it can carry out the important work of continuing to protect democracy and address the urgent challenges facing Iraq." and the region.” The National Security Adviser, Qassem Al-Araji, also discussed with the US ambassador in Baghdad, Matthew Tueller, the file of forming the Iraqi government. Al-Araji's office said in a statement that they also discussed "the political and security situation at the regional and international levels, as well as the Al-Hol border camp file."

Meanwhile, the head of the "Al-Fatah" coalition, Hadi Al-Amiri, discussed with the Prime Minister, Mustafa Al-Kazemi, the political crisis in the country. Al-Amiri's office stated that "the two sides discussed the outcomes of the political process and finding appropriate solutions to it in light of the current differences." Al-Kazemi also met with the Speaker of the Iraqi Parliament, Muhammad Al-Halbousi, and congratulated him on the occasion of renewing confidence in him to head the parliament in its fifth session.

 

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5 hours ago, horsesoldier said:

Have U seen some of these Tater Launchers ?????

 

They look like “ Weapons of MASHED DESTRUCTION “  

Be nice if his gargantuan potato head would actually fit in in that launcher

Would be a fitting ending for him for his tribunal. if he is ever brought to justice. At least put him in isolation at Goatmo.

How is this guy still out there when Maliki was Shabibi's nemesis.  

Now Shabibi's gone and Spud head is still breathing🙄 

 

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Iraq's Sadr warns rivals of resorting to violence

 

January 12, 2022 at 1:55 pm | Published in: Iraq, Middle East, News

Iraqi Shia cleric Muqtada Al-Sadr in Najaf, Iraq on 18 November 2021 [Karar Essa/Anadolu Agency]

 

January 12, 2022 at 1:55 pm

Leader of the Sadrist movement, Muqtada Al-Sadr, yesterday warned rival Shia factions against resorting to threats or violence, amid tensions over forming the next government.

"We are proceeding with the formation of a national majority government, and our door is open to some of those whom we still have good faith," Al-Sadr, whose bloc won a majority of votes in the country's recent elections, said on Twitter.

He warned that he will not allow anyone, whoever they are, to threaten his partners or threaten civil peace.

"The next government is a government of law, in which there is no room for violation," he added.

Al-Sadr stressed that "there will be no return to sectarian fighting or violence, as the law will rule."

His remarks come a day after security official in the Hezbollah Brigades, Abu Ali Al-Askari, warned that the country will witness "difficult days".

On Sunday, the brigades announced their rejection of the outcomes of the first parliamentary session, during which Muhammad Al-Halbousi was voted speaker of the house, saying the session was "marred by legal violations".

[horsesoldier]

The short version of this statement...” SHUT UP !! I KILL YOU !!!
 

Special thanks go to Achmed the Dead Terrorist.

[boosterbglee]

But, but…..this is “The Cradle of Civilization!”

[horsesoldier]

1 hour ago, boosterbglee said:

But, but…..this is “The Cradle of Civilization!”

A tragedy of Biblical proportions that “ the Cradle of Civilization “ is Ground Zero for the most virulent strains of hatred, revenge, murder that spreads throughout the world. 
 

The “Cradle” has Fallen .... whoa, there’s a movie for ya.

[Stelardoc]

Yep and Babylon (just southwest Bagdad about 60 miles) origins of dark religions you know like human sacrifice Satanic/Baal stuff. 

Like I used to say the same about California (proud home of Bohemia Grove)

"Mixed bag of "NUTS"

Interesting comparison.

Lots of crazy DNA those Iraqi nuts.

More like the Crazle of Civilization😉

[Stelardoc]

Maybe Sadr has it out for Maliki. He looks more like a hit man than a Holy man

He creeps me out with his pics 

I have seen mug shots that look more holy than his photos

Hope there is truth that Sadr will keep Maliki out.

Hmmm.. Sounds like this is coming to a head as Iraq's version 

of The Goat Bad and the Ugly. 

Maliki has the dual role of the Bad and Ugly sowed up for sure.

Let's see if Sadr can come up as the" Good guy" here. 

Others are welcome audition for the Good guy role. Where's  Ali-Clint Goatwood?