Outlet: Arab News

Language: English

Abstract: Iraq's political landscape, shaped by US-Iran rivalry, has seen shifts in influence. Despite expectations of US military expulsion under a pro-Iranian government, Prime Minister Al-Sudani has navigated a delicate balance by resisting Shiite factions' attempts to control security agencies and maintaining diplomatic ties with the US and Iran. Even as critics disapprove of what they perceive as US meddling, Al-Sudani's skillful leadership has won reluctant approval. Washington needs to exercise greater consideration and acknowledge that Al-Sudani's pragmatic approach will yield greater results than any other alternative when it comes to safeguarding Iraq's stability and resisting Iran’s encroachment.

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