2024 has been a year of high-stakes drama for Iraq, blending hard-won progress with simmering tensions. Think \"House of the Dragon\" meets nation-building—except this is real life.
Stability Gains & Economic Wins
For the first time in a decade, Iraq held peaceful provincial elections and saw smooth parliamentary polls in the Kurdistan region. The UN’s mission is wrapping up by year-end, handing the reins to Iraqi authorities—a major vote of confidence.
The government’s infrastructure blitz—roads, schools, solar farms—is paying off. Non-oil sectors are booming , inflation is cooling, and a landmark census revealed a 45-million-strong population, signaling untapped potential.
Shadow of Resistance Movements
But the buzzword of 2024? 'Resistance groups.' While not explicitly named, these factions have become central to Iraq’s security debates as U.S. military bases face growing scrutiny. Will Washington’s potential withdrawal create a power vacuum?
Analysts call it a delicate dance: Baghdad balances domestic unity with geopolitical pressures. One youth activist told us: \"We’re building faster than ever, but still feel caught between global giants.\"
As Iraq steps into 2025, its biggest challenge remains clear—turning fragile stability into lasting momentum.
, inflation is cooling, and a landmark census revealed a 45-million-strong population, signaling untapped potential.
