Former Prime Minister Mr. Mustafa al-Kadhimi, received the head of Progress Party (Taqaddum), Mr. Mohammad Al-Halbousi. The meeting was set to exchange views on Iraq’s recent political developments and regional dynamics. Both sides focused on the proposed courses for fulfilling constitutional obligations at the earliest possible opportunity. Mr. Al-Kadhimi and Mr. Al-Halbousi underscored the essential of sustaining dialogue among political forces, as a key pillar for reinforcing stability, and supporting institutional governance across the country.

Former Prime Minister Mr. Mustafa al-Kadhimi, received the head of Progress Party (Taqaddum), Mr. Mohammad Al-Halbousi. The meeting was set to exchange views on Iraq’s recent political developments and regional dynamics. Both sides focused on the proposed courses for fulfilling constitutional obligations at the earliest possible opportunity. Mr. Al-Kadhimi and Mr. Al-Halbousi underscored the essential of sustaining dialogue among political forces, as a key pillar for reinforcing stability, and supporting institutional governance across the country.

February 2026

“Electoral culture is a fundamental pillar of the democratic process. It is a culture that must be reflected and translated through the media and the discourse of the journalists.” Former Prime Minister Mr. Mustafa Al-Kadhimi cast his vote today in the elections of the Iraqi Journalists Syndicate, emphasizing that genuine journalism embodies the conscience of the people and the voice of the public sphere. It is that the truth is not subjected to reinterpretation, and that journalism doesn’t permit neutrality. Mr. Al-Kadhimi expressed his best wishes to the elected candidates, urging them to adhere fully to the ethics of the profession, to carry the concerns of citizens, and to contribute to the building of the state.

“Electoral culture is a fundamental pillar of the democratic process. It is a culture that must be reflected and translated through the media and the discourse of the journalists.” Former Prime Minister Mr. Mustafa Al-Kadhimi cast his vote today in the elections of the Iraqi Journalists Syndicate, emphasizing that genuine journalism embodies the conscience of the people and the voice of the public sphere. It is that the truth is not subjected to reinterpretation, and that journalism doesn’t permit neutrality. Mr. Al-Kadhimi expressed his best wishes to the elected candidates, urging them to adhere fully to the ethics of the profession, to carry the concerns of citizens, and to contribute to the building of the state.

February 2026