As Iraq’s parliamentary elections draw closer, political factions are stepping up their media campaigns, using crises and incidents to discredit rivals, even at the cost of civilian lives.

Samarra faces ongoing sectarian violence, repression by Shiite militias, and forced displacement of its Sunni residents, threatening its cultural heritage.

Muqtada al-Sadr's boycott of the 2025 elections, citing corruption and a flawed system, sparks debate on its impact on Iraq's political balance and reforms.

With six months until Iraq’s parliamentary elections, intense political maneuvering is underway as Sunni, Shia, and Kurdish factions reshape alliances while battling for leadership and control over government positions.

Activists have warned that groups like Allahiyah, led by Iran-backed Abdul Ali, can easily attract disillusioned youth to their cause, stressing the urgency for the government to address the conditions fueling its rise.