Tishwash: The Prime Minister congratulates Nizar Amidi on his election as President of the Republic.
Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani congratulated Nizar Amidi on Saturday on his election as President of the Republic.
In a statement received by the Iraqi News Agency (INA), the Prime Minister said: “We extend our sincere congratulations to Nizar Mohammed Saeed Amidi on his election as President of the Republic by the Council of Representatives.
This important step strengthens the ongoing democratic process in our beloved country and completes the constitutional path, as well as embodying the great respect for the will of our people, which they expressed through their distinguished participation in the recent parliamentary elections.
He added, “With the completion of this national milestone, we now await the crucial step of forming a strong coalition government, grounded in national and constitutional principles. This government will build upon our work in development and urban renewal, solidify Iraq’s international standing, and strengthen its foreign relations.
It will also address internal challenges, including extending state authority, consolidating the capabilities of our armed forces in all their branches to enforce the law and maintain a monopoly on the use of force, ensuring that security is not jeopardized, and safeguarding Iraq’s sovereignty and supreme interests, in addition to addressing economic challenges.”
He continued, “On this occasion, we express our profound gratitude to the Speaker of Parliament, the members of Parliament, and all national political forces who contributed to achieving this important accomplishment.” He also expressed “our appreciation for the role of the Supreme Judicial Council and its commitment to supporting the fulfillment of constitutional obligations, as well as its emphasis on the importance of respecting the timelines stipulated by the Constitution.” link
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Tishwash: The President of the Republic: I assure you that we will work on the principle of “Iraq First”.
President-elect Nizar Amidi affirmed on Saturday his commitment to the principle of “Iraq First,” while condemning the attacks targeting Iraq.
In a speech before the Council of Representatives, which was monitored by the Iraqi News Agency (INA), the President stated, “My appointment is a great responsibility,” explaining that he “appreciates the magnitude of the challenges facing our country.”
He added, “I affirm my commitment to working with the executive, legislative, and judicial authorities,” noting that “we support efforts to end the war.”
The President condemned the attacks targeting Iraq, indicating that he “will work to defend the interests of the Iraqi people.”
He emphasized that “our country faces complex problems in several areas,” stating, “I assure you that we will work according to the principle of ‘Iraq First.'” link
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Tishwash: Parliament requires the largest bloc to name the prime minister within 15 days
Speaker of Parliament Haibat al-Halbousi called on the largest parliamentary bloc on Saturday to nominate its candidate for prime minister within 15 days, stressing that the constitution obligates the president and the largest bloc to complete this process within the specified timeframe.
Speaking after the presidential election, al-Halbousi said, “The country is going through a difficult and exceptional period, and we must all bear the legal and legitimate responsibility to guide the country to safety.” He added, “The second step has been completed with the election of the president.”
He further stated that “the president and the parliamentary bloc that was presented in the first session, and which is the largest bloc, are obligated, according to Article 76 of the constitution, to present their candidate within a maximum period of 15 days.” He noted that “parliament will monitor the completion of this period in accordance with the constitution and the law.”
He explained that “the country is experiencing a difficult economic situation, and a caretaker government is not permitted, according to the constitution, to proceed with any financial, economic, or reform measures.” He emphasized the necessity of “expediting the formation of the government because people’s livelihoods depend on it.”
For his part, outgoing Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani congratulated Nizar Mohammed Saeed Amidi on his election as President of the Republic, affirming that “this step strengthens the democratic process and completes the constitutional path.”
Al-Sudani added that “the next phase requires fulfilling the crucial requirement of forming a strong coalition government within the framework of national and constitutional principles,” noting the importance of “continuing the development process, strengthening foreign relations, and confronting security and economic challenges.”
He expressed his gratitude to the Speaker of Parliament, its members, and the political forces that contributed to achieving this milestone, and commended the role of the Supreme Judicial Council in supporting the fulfillment of the constitutional deadlines.
The Iraqi Parliament elected Nizar Amidi, the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan’s candidate, as the new President of the Republic on Saturday evening, April 11.
After the new Iraqi President took the oath, Parliament adjourned the session. link
Tishwash: A surprising condition in the coordination framework excludes Maliki and Sudani from the premiership.
The Coordination Framework is holding intensive meetings to finalize the nomination of a candidate for the new Iraqi prime minister.
According to information provided by a leader within the coalition, the withdrawal of Nouri al-Maliki and Mohammed Shia al-Sudani is a prerequisite for agreeing on a new candidate, with Basim al-Badri considered the frontrunner for the position.
On Saturday, April 11, 2026, Abdul Rahman al-Jazaeri, a leader in the Coordination Framework, told Kurdistan 24 that the framework has been meeting since 2:00 PM to discuss the candidate for the position of Prime Minister of Iraq, and another meeting is scheduled for 7:00 PM to finalize this matter.
Al-Jazairi indicated that the key to a decisive outcome lies in the withdrawal of both Nouri al-Maliki and Mohammed Shia al-Sudani from the race. He added, “Haider al-Abadi, Hamid al-Shatri, and Basim al-Badri are all candidates for the position, but Basim al-Badri has the strongest chance of winning.”
In the same context, Yasser Talal, a member of the media team of Nouri al-Maliki’s office, wrote on his personal Facebook account: “On my responsibility, al-Sudani’s dream of a second term is over, and Nouri al-Maliki is still a candidate for the position of Prime Minister until now.”
Talal added: “Iraq will have a new prime minister, and the coordinating framework has agreed to move forward with the constitutional requirements.”
It is worth noting that the Iraqi parliament has elected a new president for the republic, and according to constitutional procedures, the president has 15 days to assign a person to form the new government cabinet. link
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