Summary
Iraq's main Shia political group has chosen Nouri al-Maliki, a previous prime minister, as their candidate for the position of prime minister. This nomination comes after significant changes in the region.
Key Facts
- Nouri al-Maliki is a former prime minister of Iraq.
- The dominant Shia political group in Iraq nominated him for the prime minister role.
- The nomination follows major regional changes.
- Al Jazeera's journalist Virginia Pietromarchi reported on this development.
- Al-Maliki's potential return could affect Iraq and the surrounding area.
