Hussein al-Karawi has claimed that the United States continues to influence Iraq’s internal affairs, particularly in matters related to key government appointments and security institutions.
Speaking on recent changes within the Iraqi government, al-Karawi alleged that appointments involving senior positions, including those linked to the country’s financial and security sectors, were not free from external influence.
He argued that the United States seeks to maintain influence over Iraq’s economic and security policies, pointing to recent leadership changes at major state institutions as examples of what he described as continued foreign involvement.
Al-Karawi specifically referred to changes involving the leadership of Iraq’s National Security Service and the Central Bank, claiming that these developments have raised concerns about external interference in sovereign decision-making.
He also praised Abu Ali al-Basri, saying the security official had achieved significant results during his tenure through efforts aimed at combating terrorism, pursuing criminal networks, and strengthening national security.
According to al-Karawi, replacing experienced officials could create concerns about future political pressure on their successors and the independence of state institutions.
The comments reflect al-Karawi’s personal views and allegations regarding recent government appointments and foreign influence. No evidence was presented to support the claims, and no official response from U.S. or Iraqi authorities regarding the allegations was included.
The issue of foreign influence remains a subject of debate within Iraq’s political landscape, where different political groups often express varying views on the role of international actors in the country’s security, economic, and political affairs.
