Iraq grapples with Iranian influence ahead of May legislative elections

Thursday, April 5, 2018

BAGHDAD -- Iran's influence is looming large as Iraqis prepare to head to the polls for parliamentary elections in May, with many in the country worried Tehran may be looking to strengthen its political grip on Baghdad through the ballot box.

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