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Shafaq News
14-07-2025
- Politics
- Shafaq News
Iraqi PM's bloc meets Parliament Speaker after session disruption
Shafaq News – Baghdad On Monday, Iraq's Reconstruction and Development Bloc (Al-Aamar wal-Tanmia), led by Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani, met with Parliament Speaker Mahmoud al-Mashhadani to address the tensions and confrontations that disrupted the day's parliamentary session. Speaking to Shafaq News, Firas Al-Muslamawi described the incident as 'unprecedented,' attributing shared responsibility to the parliamentary leadership. He also indicated that the meeting centered on restoring order and pushing ahead with legislative work. 'Maintaining regular sessions and moving forward with key priorities is vital. Our focus is on resolving disputes and ensuring institutional responsibility,' he added. The exchange followed a dispute that erupted during a phone call between al-Mashhadani and First Deputy Speaker Mohsen al-Mandalawi. The disagreement was triggered by remarks concerning the Service and Retirement Law for Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) personnel, along with other unresolved bills. Tensions escalated when al-Mandalawi later entered the speaker's office to pursue the discussion. A second altercation broke out inside the Council of Representatives chamber involving al-Mashhadani, al-Mandalawi, and members of the Coordination Framework, prompting the postponement of the day's session.
Shafaq News
14-07-2025
- Politics
- Shafaq News
Iraqi Sunni MPs to address Parliament Speaker clash
Shafaq News - Baghdad Iraqi Sunni lawmakers will meet on Monday to issue a joint stance following a dispute between Parliament Speaker Mahmoud al-Mashhadani and First Deputy Speaker Mohsen al-Mandalawi, a political source told Shafaq News. The source said the dispute began during a phone call and escalated when al-Mandalawi visited al-Mashhadani's office to continue the discussion. The disagreement centered on recent comments regarding the Service and Retirement Law for Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) members and other legislative issues. A second confrontation later occurred inside the Council of Representatives involving al-Mashhadani, al-Mandalawi, and members of the Shiite-led Coordination Framework, prompting the postponement of today's parliamentary session. In a televised interview aired earlier, al-Mashhadani warned of possible nationwide protests next month, suggesting that Iraq could move toward forming an emergency government if security conditions deteriorate. He also referred to messages from the United States urging the integration of PMF units into the official security forces, instead of restructuring the group. Independent MP Alaa al-Haidari criticized the remarks, calling for a public apology. He further described the statements as damaging to national identity, stressing that efforts to remove al-Mashhadani from office would begin if no apology is made.
Shafaq News
14-07-2025
- Politics
- Shafaq News
Iraq's Sadiqoun bloc urges PMF Retirement Law approval
Shafaq News - Baghdad On Monday, the Sadiqoun parliamentary bloc, representing Asaib Ahl al-Haq, an Iran-aligned faction, urged the Iraqi government and lawmakers to expedite approval of the long-delayed Service and Retirement Law for members of the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF). At a press conference, Sadiqoun leader Habib al-Halawi pressed for the legislation to be scheduled for the nearest parliamentary session, calling on the government to formally resend the draft to Parliament. Halawi emphasized that 'the law is not a privilege for a specific group,' but 'a recognition of the blood of martyrs and the rights of the wounded and those who fought.' The remarks followed recent televised comments by Parliament Speaker Mahmoud al-Mashhadani, who claimed that the United States had obstructed the bill's progress and expressed opposition to any restructuring of the PMF. In March, Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani withdrew the draft law from Parliament, citing the need to ease political tensions and avoid further disruptions to legislative sessions. At the time, parliamentary meetings were increasingly stalled over disputes concerning the law's inclusion on the agenda.
Iraqi News
02-07-2025
- Politics
- Iraqi News
Iraqi parliament to advance PMF structure law after first reading, official says
Baghdad ( – The Iraqi Parliament is set to advance a new law defining the structure of the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) in its upcoming sessions, having already completed a first reading of the bill, a member of the parliamentary Legal Committee, Mohammed Anouz, stated on Tuesday (July 1, 2025). Anouz confirmed the 'PMF Structure Law' is now a priority for parliament, with a second reading and a final vote expected in the near future. The bill had its first reading on March 24, 2025. He also clarified that a separate 'Service and Retirement Law' for the PMF, which the government had withdrawn in March for amendments due to 'political disagreements' and reported 'US pressure' for the force to be under government control, will be re-submitted to parliament after the structure law is passed. This legislative process is a crucial step in formalizing the role and hierarchy of the powerful organization within the Iraqi state framework.
Shafaq News
01-07-2025
- Politics
- Shafaq News
PMF restructuring law advances in Iraqi Parliament
Shafaq News - Baghdad Iraq's Parliament is advancing legislation to formalize the structure and responsibilities of the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF), a senior lawmaker confirmed on Tuesday. Mohammad Anouz of the Parliamentary Legal Committee said the first reading of the draft PMF Administrative Structure Law was completed during the holy month of Ramadan and will be prioritized in upcoming sessions for a second reading and vote. Passed in 2016, Law No. 40 incorporated the PMF into Iraq's security framework but left structural and administrative gaps. The new bill, comprising 17 articles, outlines leadership roles, directorate organization, and institutional affiliations. The draft replaces a previous version known as the PMF Service and Retirement Law, which the government withdrew in March due to political contention and US pressure to reinforce state oversight of the PMF. Anouz also noted that the amended PMF's Service and Retirement Law will be reintroduced once the current legislation is approved.
