All Change on Iraqi Kurdish Political Scene
Third force now in second place, upsetting long tradition of power being contested or shared between two big parties.
Third force now in second place, upsetting long tradition of power being contested or shared between two big parties.
Presidential advisor says country might review membership after OSCE observers announce “disrespectful” findings on ballot stuffing and other concerns.
Party activists and their relatives say they face threats and harassment.
But why is the government so keen to crush opposition election chances?
Law stipulates level playing field for all eight contenders, but there’s little doubt who is going to win.
Interview with Oinikhol Bobonazarova, a veteran NGO figure picked to stand against the current president.
Opposition bloc settles for leading civil society figure rather than politician.
Parties nominate academic after election commission disqualifies famed screenwriter.
Youth groups in Nangarhar encourage voters to participate in next year’s election.
Most want a system that lets them handpick politicians, but none is prepared to say so out loud.