A senior leader of Iraq’s Coordination Framework, Ali Fatlawi, has revealed that the coalition has yet to determine whether it will participate in the upcoming parliamentary elections under a single electoral list or multiple lists, as internal discussions remain ongoing.

The Shia ruling coalition convened a meeting in Baghdad on Monday night to address several pressing political issues, including the structure of the upcoming elections.

Speaking to local media, Fatlawi stated, “It is too early to resolve this issue, and discussions are still ongoing.” He further noted that if the Coordination Framework decides to contest the elections with multiple lists, “they may reunite after the elections.”

Meanwhile, Mokhtar Mousavi, another representative of the Coordination Framework, highlighted the ongoing political disagreements regarding the structure of the election law.

“There is no consensus on the election law. Each political party has a different perspective, with some pushing for amendments to increase their chances, while others resist any changes,” Mousavi said. He added that further meetings will be held in the coming days in an attempt to reach an agreement.

The Coordination Framework, a bloc of Iran-aligned Shia political parties, has been a dominant force in Iraqi politics since the 2021 parliamentary elections. However, internal divisions and disputes over the electoral system have created uncertainties regarding their strategy for the next elections.

The parliamentary election law has long been a source of contention among Iraq’s political factions. Some advocate for a return to the proportional representation system, while others favor single-member district voting to maximize their electoral gains. The ongoing debate underscores the broader political fragmentation that continues to shape Iraq’s electoral landscape.