Friday, June 10, 2011

Political Breakdown In Iraq?

Political Breakdown In Iraq? -- UPI

BAGHDAD, June 10 (UPI) -- Iraq is suffering from a breakdown in political partnerships, a leader from the Sunni-backed Iraqiya slate said amid reports of protests Friday.

Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki was able to cobble together a coalition for the majority of seats needed to secure a second term in office early this year following a political stalemate that consumed much of 2010. However, he's been unable to fill top Cabinet positions.

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More News On The Unrest In Iraq

Anti-government protest blocked in Iraq -- Washington Post
Pro-, anti-government protesters fill Iraq square -- CNN
Iraq Clashes Reported Over Government Reform Plans -- Voice of America
Hundreds rally after Iraq deadline expires -- Montreal Gazette/AFP
More political infighting in Baghdad -- UPI
Iraqis Protest As Deadline For Reforms Expires -- RTT News
Iraq govt struggles to cool anger over daily woes -- Reuters
Maliki asks for patience on Iraq reforms -- Al Jazeera
Maliki to give extra 100-day deadline to improve Iraqi govt's performance -- Xinhuanet
In Iraq, military still seen as dysfunctional -- Washington Post

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