Iraq’s parliament approves new Ali al-Zaidi government
Summary
Iraq’s parliament approved a new government led by Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi, though many key cabinet positions remain unfilled. Al-Zaidi, the country’s youngest prime minister, has been officially sworn in and will face major challenges such as disarming militias and fighting corruption.Key Facts
- Ali al-Zaidi was sworn in as Iraq’s prime minister with only part of his cabinet confirmed.
- Parliament approved 14 ministers, but important roles like interior and defense are still not assigned.
- Basim Mohammed became the new oil minister; Fuad Hussein continues as foreign minister.
- Al-Zaidi is Iraq’s youngest prime minister at age 40 and has no prior political experience.
- He was appointed on April 27 to break a political deadlock involving former prime minister Nouri al-Maliki.
- President Donald Trump opposed al-Maliki and warned the U.S. would cut support if he became prime minister.
- Al-Zaidi has degrees in law and finance and worked in private and academic sectors before politics.
- He faces challenges including disarming Iran-backed militias, combatting corruption, and balancing relations with the U.S. and Iran.
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