Iraqi parliament elects new president
Summary
Iraq's parliament elected Kurdish politician Nizar Amedi as the new president. This decision ends a long period of political stalemate that started after the country's elections in November.Key Facts
- Iraq's parliament chose Nizar Amedi as president.
- Amedi is a Kurdish politician.
- The election took place after months of political gridlock.
- The political deadlock began following elections held in November.
- Amedi's election aims to bring stability to Iraq's government.
