Iraq Has A New Prime Minister

Al Jazeera: Mohammed Allawi appointed new Iraq PM, protesters reject him

Ex-minister named as Iraq prime minister-designate, but anti-government demonstrators say he is part of ruling elite.

Baghdad, Iraq – Anti-government protesters in Iraq were quick to dismiss President Barham Salih’s appointment of Mohammed Tawfiq Allawi as prime minister-designate, as rallies took place in the capital and cities in the country's southern provinces.

The president’s announcement came after he issued an ultimatum to Iraq's fractious parliament, warning that if they did not appoint a new premier by Saturday he would do so himself.

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WNU Editor: A new Prime Minister with the same parliament and same agenda is not going to quiet the unrest that has been gripping the country for the past few months.

More News On Iraq Having A New Prime Minister

New Iraq PM appeals to the masses but is rejected by protesters -- Reuters
Iraq's president names Allawi new prime minister, protesters divided -- France 24
Iraq protests: Mohammed Allawi named prime minister -- BBC
Iraqi president appoints Mohammed Allawi as PM -- DW
Mohammed Allawi named as Iraq's prime minister-designate -- UPI
Iraq PM-designate Mohammad Allawi, consensus choice amid protests -- AFP

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