Elections and Strategic Uncertainties for Iraq and the Kurdistan Region

The Political Storm Before the Ballot Iraq is once again bracing for elections amid a storm of rhetoric and strategic confusion. Former Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki has warned that boycotting the vote means “surrendering to Satan.” Hadi al-Amiri calls it a “war of survival,” while Qais al-Khazzali warns of “dangerous projects for Iraq.” In contrast, […]
The Oil Deal: A Strategic Opportunity to Solve Iraq’s Energy Challenges

The ongoing oil deal between Baghdad and the Kurdistan Region presents a rare opportunity to address a complex problem that has persisted for over 15 years. Had Iraq’s oil and gas sector been properly regulated after the adoption of the permanent Iraqi constitution, many of the disputes between Erbil and Baghdad might have been avoided […]