Iraqi Voices

1001 Iraqi Thoughts
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  • POLITICS

Iraqi Voices showcases authentic perspectives and insights about current developments in Iraq. Each week, we examine one major event in the country through expert analysis, cutting through the conjecture to help listeners better navigate Iraq's complex social, political and economic environment. Iraqi Voices is produced by 1001 Iraqi Thoughts.

  1. 2D AGO

    Austerity in a Time of Government Formation

    The outgoing government recently claimed it had met 88% of the targets set out in its three-year Government Program, even as it announced emergency austerity measures. In this episode, we scrutinize the credibility of that performance rating and examine the deeper fiscal reality behind delayed public sector salaries and pensions. We also ask why transparent and coherent communication about the true state of Iraq’s public finances remains absent at such a critical political moment.

    25 min

  2. FEB 12

    Iraq's Government Formation Impasse as Ramadan Approaches

    This episode examines the ongoing political deadlock in Iraq's government formation process following President Trump's controversial social media post opposing Nouri Al-Maliki's nomination for prime minister. The hosts analyze the impasse within the Coordination Framework, Sudani's prospects for a second term, U.S. and regional interference, Kurdish negotiations over the presidency, and the economic challenges facing Iraq including controversial customs reforms prior to Ramadan.

    25 min

  3. JAN 28

    Trump's Intervention in Iraq's Government Formation

    This episode examines the dramatic developments in Iraq's government formation process following President Trump's Truth Social post threatening to withdraw U.S. support if Nouri al-Maliki is chosen to be prime minister. We analyze the Coordination Framework's internal divisions, explore alternatives to Maliki, and discuss the ongoing delays in electing Iraq's president. The conversation also addresses broader questions about Iraqi sovereignty, foreign intervention, and the future of Iraq's parliamentary system.

    21 min

  4. JAN 14

    Iraq’s Elite Pact Through the Lens of Government Formation

    We explore how the ongoing government formation process sheds light on the underlying elite bargains that shape Iraq’s political system. We examine how power-sharing arrangements are negotiated and contested, what these dynamics reveal about the informal rules governing politics in Iraq, where elite consensus holds, where it begins to fracture, and what this suggests about the trajectory of governance and stability in the country.

    40 min

  5. 12/15/2025

    The End of UNAMI: What Its Departure Means for Iraq

    After more than two decades in Iraq, the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq is coming to an end. In this episode, we look back at UNAMI’s mandate since 2003, how its role evolved over time, and the moments that defined its presence in the country. We assess what UNAMI achieved, where it fell short, and what the end of its mandate means for Iraq’s political process, sovereignty, and relationship with the international community.

    24 min

  6. 11/28/2025

    Identifying the Next Iraqi Government’s Priorities

    This episode examines the core priorities that will confront Iraq’s next government, regardless of who forms it. We discuss the need to consolidate Iraq’s relationship with the United States, strengthen fiscal buffers and curb corruption, and improve the delivery of reliable public services.

    27 min

  7. 11/21/2025

    Deep Dive into the Election Data

    What the election data reveals about the poor performance of Tishreen-aligned parties, and how the Coordination Framework’s method for selecting the nominee for the premiership will shape the final choice.

    27 min

  8. 11/13/2025

    Initial Reactions to Iraq’s Election Results

    In this episode, the Iraqi Voices team offers immediate thoughts on the preliminary election results and analyzes the performance of various coalitions. We also lay out the next steps in the government formation process and discuss the impact of high voter turnout on Iraq’s political dynamics.

    27 min
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Iraqi Voices showcases authentic perspectives and insights about current developments in Iraq. Each week, we examine one major event in the country through expert analysis, cutting through the conjecture to help listeners better navigate Iraq's complex social, political and economic environment. Iraqi Voices is produced by 1001 Iraqi Thoughts.

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  • Creator
    1001 Iraqi Thoughts
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    34
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 1001 Iraqi Thoughts 2021
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