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In Iraq, Protesters Are Sick of Corruption and Foreign Influence

The firing of a wildly popular general who led the fight against ISIS has set off demonstrations that could threaten the country’s stability.

Foreign PolicyAhmed TwaijOctober 7, 2019

Mohammed bin Salman Is Making Muslims Boycott Mecca

The Saudi crown prince’s regional aggression and disdain for human rights have prompted religious scholars and pious pilgrims to refuse to go on the hajj.

Foreign PolicyAhmed TwaijJuly 2, 2019

Why Pompeo Flew to Baghdad in a Hurry

Former Iraqi Prime Minister Ayad Allawi says the U.S. secretary of state was informed of Iranian missiles at an Iraqi base.

Foreign PolicyAhmed TwaijMay 19, 2019

U.S. Sanctions on Iran Will Harm Iraq

Baghdad is heavily dependent on trade with Tehran. Without an exemption from Washington, Iraqis—and the stability of the country—will suffer. Published in Foreign Policy. 21st December 2018.

Foreign PolicyAhmed TwaijDecember 21, 2018

Northern Iraq May Be Free, but the South Is Seething

The world has focused on rebuilding the country’s north after defeating the Islamic State while ignoring festering resentment and poverty in Basra. Published in Foreign Policy. November 9th 2018.

Foreign PolicyAhmed TwaijNovember 9, 2018

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