Iraq undermined by Iranian and factional interests
Iraq's premier is beholden to pro-Iranian interests and this constrains his ability to address complex challenges
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- Tensions with Kurdish region
- Intra-Shia rivalry
- Energy reliance on Iran
- Currency troubles
- Cooperation with other Arab states
- Elusive change
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