US EditionIraq's Shi'ite Bloc Reaffirms Backing for Maliki Despite Trump's Warnings
The Coordination Framework insists on Iraq's constitutional right to choose its prime minister amid US threats to withdraw support if al-Maliki is selected, the bloc holds parliamentary majority.
- The Coordination Framework on Saturday reaffirmed support for Nouri Kamel al-Maliki as prime minister despite earlier this week President Donald Trump warning he is `a "very bad choice"`.
- Last week, the Coordination Framework endorsed al-Maliki as its nominee and holds a parliamentary majority, while Trump has increased pressure to curb Iran-linked groups' influence in Iraq.
- Much of Iraq's oil export revenue is held at the Federal Reserve Bank in New York, giving the US key leverage as the Iraqi parliament faces quorum uncertainty before a presidential election and a president's 15-day appointment window.
- Al-Maliki rejected the warning on Wednesday by condemning blatant American interference, while one source said Shiite leaders are divided, fearing US sanctions if he returns to office.
- The Coordination Framework insisted the prime minister choice is exclusively Iraqi and pledged balanced relations with international partners based on mutual respect and non-interference.
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