Kurds Claim Victory in Kirkuk
Early indications are that a Kurdish-led coalition set up especially for the controversial area has swept the board.
Federalism Demands in South
Relative prosperity and stability of Iraq’s autonomous Kurdish region cited as proof that federalism can work in Iraq.
Sadr Group Seeks Role
He may not have supported elections, but radical cleric Muqtada al-Sadr wants a say in future policymaking.
Ballot Problems in Ninewa
Northern province has had more than its share of election hitches, with some ballot boxes tampered with and others delivered too late to be used.
Shia-Led Bloc Leads in Early Results
United Iraqi Alliance does predictably well in southern provinces, though the count is far from complete.
Iraqi Election: Winners Rejoice, but Talk to Losers
Although the Shia-dominated bloc got nearly half the vote, it still needs allies to prevent deadlock in parliament.
Guardsmen Accused of Racketeering
Iraqi soldiers in charge of petrol station queues said to be taking bribes and favouring friends and relatives.
What Role for Islamic Law?
The Shia-led alliance that won the election insists that it has no plans to impose a theocratic constitution.
Kurds Targeted by Insurgents
Report from Kurdish regional officials suggests the insurgents are picking off Kurds for political and ethnic reasons.
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