🔻Shiite factions attempt to control domestic politics
Source: Asharq Al-Awsat Newspaper — The withdrawal of members from Iraq’s highest constitutional court threatens the timely conduct of parliamentary elections scheduled for the end of this year, due to the lack of a legal framework to endorse the results.

The withdrawal of six judges from the Federal Supreme Court triggered strong reactions. Local media reported that the move followed a request by the court’s president, Jassim Muhammad, urging Iraqi authorities to convene a meeting to address disputes between the Court of Cassation and the Federal Court.

However, politicians cited by the newspaper pointed to a deeper cause: a rift between the president of the Federal Supreme Court, Judge Jassim Omeri, and the head of the Judicial Council, Judge Faiq Zaidan.

The Coordination Framework alliance — a coalition of ruling Shiite groups — is actively trying to manage the internal political situation and prevent instability, particularly amid ongoing regional tensions between Iran and Israel.

Sources familiar with the matter said the alliance fears that the judges’ withdrawal could create a legal vacuum and political uncertainty.