🇮🇶 Iraq Presidential Vote Delayed: What Really Happened?
Iraq once again failed to hold a presidential vote, raising serious questions about political stability, constitutional integrity, and external pressure. According to MarkZ [via PDK], intense negotiations are happening behind closed doors — and the stakes are extremely high.
❓ Why Was There No Presidential Vote in Iraq Yesterday?
Question:
Why was there no vote in Iraq yesterday for President?
MarkZ explains:
“They sat down and had a big meeting yesterday, then first thing this morning they came up with some BS. They gave themselves a deadline… even though they already had deadlines written in their constitution.”
In short, Iraqi leadership reset the clock, ignoring constitutional deadlines and issuing a new self-imposed deadline: this Thursday.
⏰ A New Deadline — But Old Problems Remain
Despite Iraq’s constitution already outlining clear timelines, political blocs have chosen to extend negotiations, signaling deep internal divisions.
Key Takeaways:
A new presidential election deadline has been set for Thursday
Multiple high-level meetings are still ongoing
Political maneuvering continues behind closed doors
Constitutional deadlines are being bypassed
This delay reinforces concerns about governance paralysis and eroding public trust.
🤝 Sudani Travels to Kurdistan: A Critical Move
Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani has traveled to Kurdistan to meet with Masoud Barzani, a move many analysts see as crucial.
Why This Matters:
Kurdish support is essential to seat the President
Without a President, Iraq cannot finalize the Prime Minister
Sudani is still a candidate once the President is seated
“Once they finish seating the President, they will announce candidates for Prime Minister.” — MarkZ
⚖️ Maliki’s Possible Return Shakes the Political Landscape
Despite strong opposition, Nouri al-Maliki remains in contention.
Some blocs continue to push for Maliki
Others strongly resist due to past instability
His return is highly controversial
Many observers believe his potential comeback could destabilize Iraq politically and economically.
🌍 International Pressure Mounts — Trump Weighs In
A major development has caught global attention:
📰 “Trump threatens to end Iraq support over Al-Maliki comeback bid tied to Iranian influence”
This story even made Fox News, highlighting how serious the situation has become.
Why This Is Huge:
Iraq risks losing international support
Iranian influence is under scrutiny
Economic and security partnerships are at stake
Currency and reform efforts could be affected
“Iraq is under pressure. A lot is at stake.” — MarkZ
📜 HCL Discussions Quietly Resurface
Interestingly, while political tensions dominate headlines, HCL (Hydrocarbon Law) was reportedly discussed in some meetings today.
This is significant because:
HCL impacts oil revenue sharing
It affects Kurdistan–Baghdad relations
It is tied to long-term economic reform and stability
🔍 Featured Snippets
🔹 Why did Iraq delay the presidential vote?
Iraq delayed the presidential vote due to unresolved political negotiations, internal power struggles, and the decision by leadership to impose a new deadline despite constitutional timelines already being in place.
🔹 What happens after Iraq elects a President?
Once the President is seated, Iraq can officially announce candidates for Prime Minister, including current PM Sudani and potentially Nouri al-Maliki.
🔹 Why is Maliki controversial?
Maliki’s ties to Iranian influence and past governance issues have raised concerns domestically and internationally, prompting warnings from global leaders.
❓ Q&A Section
Q: Is Sudani still in the running for Prime Minister?
Yes. Sudani remains a strong candidate once the President is seated.
Q: Could Maliki really return?
Possibly, but his return is controversial and faces strong internal and external resistance.
Q: Why does this matter globally?
Iraq’s leadership directly impacts regional stability, oil markets, foreign investment, and international alliances.
Q: Does this affect currency reform?
Political stability is a key prerequisite for economic and monetary reform initiatives.
🧠 Final Thoughts
Iraq stands at a crossroads. Delays, shifting deadlines, and power struggles highlight deep systemic challenges. With global pressure increasing and economic reforms hanging in the balance, what happens this week could shape Iraq’s future for years to come.
Stay alert — the next move could be decisive.
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MarkZ [via PDK]
Question: ...No vote in Iraq yesterday for President why?
MarkZ: “Deadline for the Presidential election revealed” they sat down and had a big meeting yesterday then first thing this morning they came up with some BS. They gave themselves a deadline…even though they already had deadlines that were written in their constitution…but they gave themselves a new deadline of this Thursday. Lots of meetings still going on.
Sudani has gone to Kurdistan to talk to Barzani about getting this thing finished. Once they finish seating the President they will announce candidates for Prime Minister. Sudani is still in the running. Many still feel that Maliki could be the one…lots of back and forth going on. They actually were working on HCL in some of the meetings today.
“Trump threatens to end Iraq support over Al Maliki comeback bid tied to Iranian influence” This even made Fox news. Iraq is under pressure. A lot is at stake.