South Asia and Beyond

Iraq Polls: Pro-Iran Groups Lose Ground

Partial results of elections to Iraq’s parliament show pro-Iranian groups losing ground. Maverick Shia leader Muqtada al-Sadr appears to have gained the most, leading in several of Iraq’s 18 provinces including Baghdad. Over 90 per cent of the ballots have been counted so far.

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