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Sudani: Elections Taking Place in a Stable and Secure Atmosphere

Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia’ al-Sudani said the parliamentary elections are being held in a calm and stable environment, emphasizing the importance of peaceful power transfer.


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Commission: Voters Must Present an Identity Card Alongside Voting Card

The Independent High Election Commission (IHEC) has announced that voters must present a valid identity card in addition to their voting card to participate in today’s general elections, which will continue until 6 p.m. across Iraq and the Kurdistan Region.


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Jumana Ghalai: No Problems Reported During Special Voting

IHEC spokesperson Jumana Ghalai confirmed that the special voting process has proceeded smoothly across Iraq and the Kurdistan Region, under the observation of international and local monitors.


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1.3 Million Security Personnel to Cast Ballots in Iraq’s Special Voting on Sunday

More than 1.3 million members of Iraq’s security forces, accounting for over six percent of eligible voters, will participate in the special voting process on Sunday across Iraq and the Kurdistan Region.


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IHEC: Even We Don’t Know Who Voted for Whom

The Independent High Electoral Commission (IHEC) has reassured voters that the election process is fully confidential and secure. The commission said voting machines only count ballots and cannot reveal voter identities.


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IHEC: 22 Million Iraqis Eligible to Vote in Upcoming Elections

The Independent High Election Commission (IHEC) announced that it has finalized all preparations for the upcoming elections, with around 22 million eligible voters.


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IHEC Announces Start of Election Silence Period

The Independent High Election Commission (IHEC) has declared the start of the election silence period, prohibiting all political campaigning ahead of the upcoming parliamentary elections.


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Iraq to Save Over $5 Billion Annually After Halting Fuel Imports

Iraq’s Oil Ministry says halting imports of gasoline, kerosene, and gas will save the country over $5 billion annually. Officials say domestic refinery capacity has surpassed one million barrels per day, achieving self-sufficiency in fuel production.


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More than 10,000 prisoners released under Iraq’s amnesty law

The Iraqi Ministry of Justice announced that over 10,000 prisoners have been released since the implementation of the general amnesty law. Those convicted in the Spiker massacre remain excluded.


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Iraq Achieves Self-Sufficiency, Halts Gasoline and Kerosene Imports

Iraq has reached self-sufficiency in fuel production, prompting the government to halt gasoline and kerosene imports and plan exports, supported by new refineries and increased domestic output.


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Sudani: Iraq to Achieve Energy Self-Sufficiency by End of 2027

Prime Minister Sudani announced that Iraq aims to end gas imports from Iran and achieve energy self-sufficiency by the end of 2027, highlighting ongoing agreements with international companies and the importance of reforms.


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Commission: More than 300 international observers will participate in election coverage

The IHEC says over 300 observers and 1,500 journalists will monitor next week’s elections, as biometric card distribution continues across Iraq.


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Sudani: Boycotting the elections opens the door to corruption

Prime Minister Mohammed Shia’ al-Sudani urged citizens to participate in the upcoming elections, warning that abstention fosters corruption and weakens democracy. He said the elections mark a turning point for Iraq’s stability, reform, and development.


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Commission: Truck traffic and demonstrations banned on election day

The IHEC has banned truck traffic, motorcycles, and demonstrations in cities during the election period. Unauthorized drone use and weapons near polling stations are also prohibited.


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Commission: Distribution of voting cards will continue until November 11

The Iraqi Independent High Election Commission (IHEC) announced that the distribution of voter cards will continue until election day, November 11. The commission confirmed that all preparations for the elections have been completed.


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IHEC announces end date for election campaign

Iraq’s Independent High Election Commission (IHEC) has announced that the election campaign will end at 7 a.m. on November 8, marking the start of the electoral silence period. Any party or coalition that violates the silence phase will face legal action.


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Commission: 2.25 million biometric cards have been distributed

The Independent High Election Commission (IHEC) has distributed 2.25 million biometric voter cards ahead of Iraq’s parliamentary elections. Officials said preparations for the vote are progressing according to plan.


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Sudani: Abstention Opens the Door for the Return of Corrupt Officials

Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Sudani urged Iraqis to participate in the upcoming elections, warning that boycotting the vote would allow corrupt and failed figures to return to power. He emphasized that the elections will shape Iraq’s political future.


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Commission clarifies responsibility for election holidays

The Iraqi Independent High Election Commission says it is not responsible for declaring school holidays during elections, emphasizing that the decision rests with the Council of Ministers.


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Iraq’s customs revenue surpasses 2.15 trillion dinars

Iraq’s Customs Board announced that revenue has exceeded 2.15 trillion dinars this year, driven by the adoption of modern electronic systems.


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