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Iraq announces major oil discovery in southern desert
Find at Qurnain Block by Chinese company Zhenhua holds potential reserves of 8.8 billion barrels
Powerful militia leader in Iraq rejects US call to disband after $10m bounty
Akram Al Kaabi’s defence of pro-Iran factions poses a challenge to incoming PM Ali Al Zaidi
Kurdistan Region President calls for inclusive government during marathon talks
Prime minister-designate Ali Al Zaidi set to submit his cabinet line-up to parliament next week
Kurdistan President in Baghdad for Iraqi government formation talks
Visit follows Iraqi PM-designate Ali Al Zaidi’s weekend trip to Kurdistan region
Rain revives Iraq's Hawizeh Marshes after years of drought
Wetlands will remain irrigated until after summer
US extends ‘best wishes’ to Iraqi PM-designate
Statement stops short of endorsement while stressing counter-terrorism, prosperity and sovereignty
Businessman Ali Al Zaidi’s controversial path to Iraqi PM nomination
Emergence of 41-year-old as compromise candidate ends months of deadlock but sparks scrutiny of his CV
Ali Al Zaidi nominated as Iraqi PM after months of deadlock
Businessman emerges as compromise choice of leading Shiite bloc in Parliament
US offers $10m bounty for Iraqi militia chief over attacks against US troops
Washington says Haydar Al Sa'idi is wanted for attacks in Iraq, Jordan and Syria
ExplainerWhat happens next as Iraq misses deadline to choose new PM
Rift between incumbent leader Al Sudani and former prime minister Al Maliki divides leading Shiite bloc
Pressure mounts on Iraq’s Shiite Co-ordination Framework to name PM candidate
Deadline looms amid regional tension and US economic threats
US suspends Iraq’s dollar access as pressure tactic to curb Iranian influence
Move is example of Trump's determination to cut Tehran's sway out of Baghdad's politics
Iran’s Quds Force commander visits Baghdad as factions look to fill PM post
Qaani's trip shows Tehran's desire for direct involvement in shaping Iraq’s government
Special reportHow oil-dependent Iraq can no longer pay the bills
The price of crude is down – meaning there’s not enough revenue to support a sprawling public sector. Can the next government (and the wait goes on) find the political courage to cut it down to size?
Iraq investigates attack on Kuwait's consulate in Basra
Pro-Tehran militias have significant influence in the southern province
