Iraq’s Elite Pact Through the Lens of Government Formation
We explore how the ongoing government formation process sheds light on the underlying elite bargains that shape Iraq’s political system. We examine how power-sharing arrangements are negotiated and co...
14 Jan 40min
The End of UNAMI: What Its Departure Means for Iraq
After more than two decades in Iraq, the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq is coming to an end. In this episode, we look back at UNAMI’s mandate since 2003, how its role evolved over time, an...
15 Des 202524min
Identifying the Next Iraqi Government’s Priorities
This episode examines the core priorities that will confront Iraq’s next government, regardless of who forms it. We discuss the need to consolidate Iraq’s relationship with the United States, strength...
28 Nov 202526min
Deep Dive into the Election Data
What the election data reveals about the poor performance of Tishreen-aligned parties, and how the Coordination Framework’s method for selecting the nominee for the premiership will shape the final ch...
21 Nov 202526min
Initial Reactions to Iraq’s Election Results
In this episode, the Iraqi Voices team offers immediate thoughts on the preliminary election results and analyzes the performance of various coalitions. We also lay out the next steps in the governmen...
13 Nov 202526min
Exploring the Regional Implications of Iraq’s Election
International actors, including Iraq’s neighbors, are watching closely as the country heads toward elections. But what should guide their approach once the votes are in and government formation begins...
5 Nov 202522min
Politics of Fear in Iraq’s Election Campaigns
With Iraq’s election approaching, campaign rhetoric is sliding back into old patterns of fear and division. This episode unpacks how some parties are appealing to identity and insecurity to win votes,...
24 Okt 202520min
Why Iraq’s 2025 Elections Matter
As Iraq heads toward pivotal parliamentary elections this November, the outcome could reshape power dynamics in Baghdad. The Iraqi Voices team unpack why these elections are so consequential and what’...
17 Okt 202529min
