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The United States issued a warning to Iraq and rejected Nouri al-Maliki's attempt to return as prime minister. Maliki, a former prime minister, has vowed not to withdraw his candidacy despite this opposition. Within Iraq, the main Shia political bloc is divided but has formally backed Maliki as its nominee for the position.
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Feb 27
US and internal opposition to Nouri al-Maliki's bid to return as Iraq's prime ministerThe United States has warned Iraq and rejected Nouri al-Maliki's attempt to return as prime minister, with Maliki vowing not to withdraw his bid despite the opposition. This US opposition coincides with internal resistance within Iraq's political alliance against Maliki's nomination, creating both domestic and external pressure on his candidacy.