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flag Iraq’s parliament elected Haibet al-Halbousi as speaker with 208 votes, advancing government formation after November elections.

flag On December 29, 2025, Haibet al-Halbousi was elected speaker of the Iraqi parliament by a vote of 208 out of 309, which required an absolute majority. flag After the parliamentary elections in November, this election is a crucial step toward the formation of a new government. flag Al-Halbousi, a Sunni Arab politician and leader of the Taqaddum Party, will aid in coalition building and currently oversees legislative proceedings. flag The vote, which took place amid political divisions, including a rift within Sunni factions, paves the way for the prime minister to be chosen within 30 days after the president is appointed. flag The procedure is a reflection of Iraq's continuous struggles to establish stable governance in the face of internal strife and regional pressures.

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