Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, a Shiite, seeks a second term as the fate of pro-Iranian militias has become a central issue in the election.

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Al-Sudani will navigate the challenges of his fragile electoral bloc and post-election negotiations with Shia rivals.

Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, a Shiite, seeks a second term as the fate of pro-Iranian militias has become a central issue in the election.

Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani is seeking a second term.