Elections in Iraq: the opponents of Tehran won the victory

The Iraq election commission on Saturday announced the results of the parliamentary elections held in the country a week ago. The largest number of places in parliament-54 out of 329-receives a block under the guidance of Shiite cleric of the Moktada of As-Sadra . Supporters of the current Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi are only in third place.

None of the political forces received the absolute majority, and for the formation of the government, as commentators note, long and complex negotiations will be needed. As-Sadr himself does not pretend to be the prime minister, he did not even run for parliament. However, his supporters, as expected, will strive to influence the formation of the future office. As-Sadr performed in a campaign under anti-corruption slogans. He also opens against the intervention of foreign countries, including Iran and the USA, in the affairs of Iraq.

It is reported that the influential Iranian General Kassem Suleimani arrived in Baghdad, who, in negotiations with Iraqi politicians, will seek the formation of the cabinet friendly for Tehran.

The prime minister of Iraq, according to the agreements of the main political forces, should become a representative of the Shiite community.