BAGHDAD (Dispatches) – Iraq has successfully concluded its parliamentary elections, demonstrating the resilience of its democratic institutions and the country’s commitment to representative governance. 
Results show Prime Minister Muhammad Shia al-Sudani’s Reconstruction and Change coalition emerged as the largest bloc, winning the most seats in eight provinces, including Baghdad, Najaf, Karbala, Basra, and Babil, reflecting broad support across Shia-majority regions.
Voter turnout reached 56 percent, including votes from military personnel, security forces, and displaced citizens living in camps, underscoring widespread participation in shaping Iraq’s future. 
Shia, Sunni, and Kurdish parties each secured victories in their respective regions, while the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP) claimed the largest share of seats in Nineveh, an unexpected but welcome development for regional representation. 
Sunni coalitions in Diyala and other provinces maintained meaningful representation, illustrating the elections’ inclusivity and Iraq’s commitment to balancing diverse community interests.
No single bloc achieved an outright majority, ensuring that the next government will be formed through negotiations and coalition-building. Analysts note that this process strengthens democratic practice, requiring compromise among Iraq’s diverse political actors. 
Al-Sudani’s coalition, as the largest bloc, is expected to lead discussions with other Shia, Sunni, and Kurdish parties to form a stable and representative government capable of driving reconstruction, improving public services, and delivering tangible benefits to citizens.
Celebrations erupted across Baghdad and other major cities as voters expressed support for a peaceful, credible electoral process. Al-Sudani posted on social media that his coalition prioritizes Iraq’s interests, emphasizing national unity and reconstruction above partisan divisions.
Despite the electoral success, Iraq continues to navigate external pressures, particularly from the United States, which has sought to influence the political process by pressuring Baghdad to marginalize anti-terror and anti-colonial factions. 
Iraqi authorities have largely resisted such interference, ensuring that groups committed to national stability and security maintain representation in parliament.
Looking ahead, coalition negotiations will determine Iraq’s next government, balancing regional interests, strengthening state institutions, and safeguarding sovereignty. 
Observers see the elections as a milestone, demonstrating Iraqis’ capacity to conduct credible, inclusive, and peaceful elections, while affirming the country’s resilience in the face of foreign pressures. 
The results reflect a maturing democracy, signaling a new chapter in Iraq’s political life and its ongoing reconstruction after decades of conflict.