Sudani's alliance scores 'major victory' in Iraq's general election
Iran Press TV
Wednesday, 12 November 2025 2:57 PM
Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani's supporting Reconstruction and Development list has scored "a major victory" in the November 11 parliamentary elections.
The Independent High Electoral Commission said on Wednesday that al-Sudani's coalition received 1.3 million votes, about 370,000 more than the next closest contender.
Iraqis voted for a new parliament on Tuesday. The Independent High Election Commission announced that a total of 12,003,143 nationals, out of 21,404,291 eligible voters, cast their ballots.
Speaking after the initial results were announced, al-Sudani said the voter turnout of 56 percent was "clear evidence of another success" that reflected the "restoration of confidence in the political system."
Sudani was elected in 2022. The incumbent is seeking a second term and is expected to secure a sizeable bloc.
The current parliament, dominated by Shia parties and blocs, began its term on January 9, 2022. The term ends on January 8, 2026.
By law, Iraq must hold legislative elections at least 45 days before the end of the parliament's term.
The next prime minister will be voted in by the coalition that could negotiate allies to become the biggest parliamentary bloc.
Iraq's three branches of government are traditionally divided by sect: the presidency goes to Kurds, the prime ministry to Shias, and the position of parliamentary speaker goes to Sunnis, ensuring all segments of society are represented in government.
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