Iran praises Iraq’s elections, vows to deepen bilateral ties
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Iranian FM Abbas Araghchi congratulates Iraq on its peaceful elections, calling them a key step in strengthening Iraq's democracy and sovereignty.
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Supporters of Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani cheer in Tahrir Square, Baghdad, Iraq, Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025 (AP)
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi extended his congratulations to Iraq for the peaceful parliamentary elections held earlier this week, characterizing the successful vote as a significant step forward in the ongoing enhancement of the country's democratic process.
“Congratulations to the brotherly people and government of Iraq for successful management of peaceful parliamentary elections,” the Iranian foreign minister said in a post on X, adding: “The election was a significant step forward in consolidating the democratic process in Iraq and in safeguarding the sovereignty and security of the nation.”
Congratulations to the brotherly people and government of Iraq for successful management of peaceful parliamentary elections.
— Seyed Abbas Araghchi (@araghchi) November 14, 2025
The election was a significant step forward in consolidating the democratic process in Iraq and in safeguarding the sovereignty and security of the… pic.twitter.com/bLBrM9yvFe
Araghchi also conveyed Tehran's commitment to deepening its amicable relations with Baghdad across all areas of shared interest.
Iraq concludes voting
Iraq completed the general voting phase of the 2025 parliamentary elections on Tuesday, as polling stations closed across all provinces at 6 pm local time. This followed the special voting round held earlier this month on November 9, during which members of the security forces cast their ballots.
The elections determine the composition of Iraq’s 329-seat Council of Representatives, a process that has taken place regularly since 2005. Officials reported that the voting proceeded under standard security and monitoring measures, with no major disruptions recorded during the day.
Prime Minister Mohammad Shia al-Sudani praised the electoral process, describing it as a step that reflects the will of the Iraqi people and their pursuit of stability. He said the completion of the elections represents the government’s fulfillment of one of its primary commitments under its executive agenda.
Iraq's electoral commission reported a 56.11 percent voter turnout and announced that the most votes were garnered by Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani's Reconstruction and Development Alliance.
