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Elect Nizar Amidi as President of Iraq Amid Support from Maliki Opponents

The Patriotic Union of Kurdistan has leveraged the current political climate in Iraq to secure Nizar Amidi's presidency, gaining significant backing from those opposing Nouri al-Maliki's return to power. This development occurs during a relatively calm period in the country.

Elect Nizar Amidi as President of Iraq After a Distinguished Career

On April 11, 2026, the Iraqi Parliament elected Nizar Amidi as the President of the Republic, securing 227 votes out of 249. Amidi, with over two decades of political experience, succeeds President Abdul Latif Jamal Rashid.