Polls open for Iraq general election - state TV
The election is being held several months early under a new law designed to help independent candidates - a response to mass anti-government protests two years ago. But the established, armed and Shi'ite Islamist-dominated ruling elite is expected to sweep the vote.
At least 167 parties and more than 3,200 candidates are competing for Iraq's 329 seats in parliament, according to the country's election commission. Iraqi elections are often followed by months of protracted negotiations over a president, a prime minister and a cabinet. Polls opened at 7 a.m. and will close at 6 p.m. . Prime Minister Mustafa al-Kadhimi headed to cast his ballot as soon as the voting started, state TV reported.More from ReutersSubscribe for our daily curated newsletter to receive the latest exclusive Reuters coverage delivered to your inbox.
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