Iraq’s largest political bloc nominated Nouri al-Maliki for prime minister post-2025 elections, amid divisive legacy and security challenges.

Iraq's Coordination Framework, the largest political bloc in parliament, has nominated former Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki as its candidate for Prime Minister in the November 2025 elections. Al-Maliki, who served two terms from 2006 to 2014, is being proposed for his experience, but his nomination is expected to be contentious, particularly among Sunnis due to his controversial legacy. The next administration must navigate complex relations with the United States. and Iran, deal with Iran-backed militias, and manage security risks such as a possible Islamic State resurgence. The United States. has begun to transfer ISIS detainees from Syria to Iraq, raising security concerns. According to Iraq's constitution, the parliament will elect a president, who will then appoint the prime minister.