Iraq Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi, center, arrives at the parliament building to attend the first session in Baghdad, Iraq, Monday, Sept. 3, 2018. Iraq’s newly elected parliament held its first session as two blocs, both claiming to hold the most seats, vied for the right to form a new government. (Karim Kadim/Associated Press)BAGHDAD — Iraq’s newly-elected parliament held its first session on Monday as two blocs, both claiming to hold the most seats, vied for the right to form a new government. It is the time for economic reforms and expanding our security achievements,” said caretaker Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi in an address to parliament. The president then appoints a prime minister, nominated by the largest bloc in parliament, to form a government.

Source: Washington Post September 03, 2018 09:22 UTC