The Iraqi High Judicial Council confirmed on Saturday that it will not intervene in nominating a specific candidate for the next prime minister. This statement underscores the independence of judicial bodies in the government formation process. The council noted that its role is to ensure the legality of the procedure, not to support individual political figures. The decision on the prime minister remains with the parliament and coalition forces forming the majority.
Iraq's High Judicial Council Declines to Intervene in PM Nomination
Iraq's High Judicial Council reaffirmed its stance against intervening in the prime minister nomination process, emphasizing judicial independence.