Sadr Followers Bask in Poll Success
Controversial cleric’s bid for ayatollah status could also help cement comeback after election boost. By Abeer Mohammed in Baghdad
25 Mar 10
Iraq
Baghdad Poor Pounce on Election Flotsam
Impoverished Iraqis recycle and sell remains of election paraphernalia. By Daud Salman in Baghdad
25 Mar 10
Baghdad's Poor See Hope in Election
In the capital, many of Iraq’s most vulnerable and impoverished citizens came out to vote in force.
19 Mar 10
Falling Turnout Hints at Voter Disenchantment
Politicians’ broken promises blamed for significant drop in election participation.
18 Mar 10
Election Commission Role Attacked
But it insists its neutral, professional and will investigate all complaints thoroughly. By IWPR-trained reporters
13 Mar 10
How Regime Claims Legitimacy
Leaders see themselves as a righteous minority - granting them the right to govern, according to their Shia beliefs.
11 Mar 10
Post-Election Political Deadlock Expected
Analysts, politicians concerned over security and power-sharing after parliamentary vote.
11 Mar 10
Bombers Batter Baquba on Eve of Election
Residents of volatile city fear poll turnout will be affected after bloody attacks.
8 Mar 10
Women's Rights Candidate Keen to Make Impact
Founder of first all-female party wants to press for more women legislators.
8 Mar 10
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