Shiite Cleric Sadr Takes Surprise Lead In Iraq Parliamentary Election
In the country's first election since driving out ISIS, partial results show an alliance backed by Shiite cleric Muqtada al-Sadr has made strong gains at the expense of Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi.
Iraqi election results are showing a surprising setback for Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi, with a political list backed by Shiite cleric Muqtada al-Sadr making a stronger showing.
Election officials Sunday night released results for ten of Iraq's 19 provinces, accounting for more than half
