Nouri al-Maliki Commentary

A Government for Baghdad

Kenneth M. Pollack | Jul 27, 2010
Over four months since the election, and Iraq still doesn’t have a government. Should Washington do anything about it?

Ruling Baghdad

Joost R. Hiltermann | May 10, 2010
The new Iraqi government will be more of the same—which is probably good enough for America.

The Saudis go to Baghdad

Danial Anas Kaysi | Apr 30, 2010
Saudi Arabia isn't shy about associating with Iraq anymore. But Riyadh is overlooking Maliki, pulling for Allawi to come out on top in the elections.

Keeping Baghdad Stable

Richard Weitz | Apr 26, 2010
Iraq could explode in chaos if ethno-religious minorities aren’t given influence in the new government.

Falling Out

Ted Galen Carpenter | Apr 23, 2010
America’s deteriorating relationship with Turkey is likely to get even worse.

Staying in Iraq

Bing West | Apr 09, 2010
Obama should consider Allawi’s request to rethink the U.S. withdrawal timeline.

Iraq's Long, Hot Summer?

Kenneth M. Pollack | Mar 29, 2010
Washington must allow Iraqis to form a government on their own terms. If it forces a solution, Iraq could descend into chaos once again.

Kurdistan Election Decided

Joost R. Hiltermann | Mar 09, 2010
Kurdish voters presented a united front for Baghdad. But internal divisions are rife—and the region might soon devolve into political turmoil.

Good News

Geoffrey Kemp | Mar 08, 2010
The Iraqi election was a success. If it can maintain its strong democracy, Baghdad will become a powerful regional player and bolster American interests in the region.

A New Dictator?

Ted Galen Carpenter | Jan 19, 2010
Nouri al-Maliki is exhibiting worrying authoritarian tendencies.

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