Iraq names little-known banker Ali al-Zaidi as PM after five-month deadlock
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Source: The Jerusalem Post
Published: 2026-04-28 18:01 UTC+10:00
Section: General
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Politics, Middle East, Economy & Finance, Business & Economy, Crime & Justice
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Iraq’s chaotic and byzantine system of governance has finally moved to appoint a new prime minister. The decision comes 167 days, around five and a half months, after Iraq held elections in November 2025. The new prime minister-designate is Ali al-Zaidi, described as a businessman with a background in banking.
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