Baghdad:Members of Parliament, political figures, and experts have expressed support for the call by Judge Faiq Zaidan, President of the Supreme Judicial Council, to amend certain articles of the Iraqi Constitution. They emphasized the need for a national dialogue rooted in practical experience to address issues related to the formation of state authorities, their powers, and the relationship between the central government and the Kurdistan Region.

According to Iraqi News Agency, MP Shaker Al-Tamimi highlighted the importance of Judge Zaidan’s call, citing challenges faced during elections, such as identifying the ‘largest parliamentary bloc.’ He stressed the role of the judiciary in safeguarding the Constitution and expressed confidence in its ability to address legal and constitutional issues.

MP Burhan al-Maamouri also supported the call for constitutional review, emphasizing the need for a national discussion on interpreting specific provisions, including Articles 76 and 70. He pointed out the necessity of amending certain articles to ensure fair participation in state institutions and proper management of resources.

MP Nasser Turki Al-Awadi argued that the call by the Chief Justice is based on significant grounds, as it addresses current issues within the political process. He underlined the importance of the judiciary in protecting the state and its constitution.

Political and strategic affairs expert Hussein Allawi noted that the call from the Chief Justice reflects a deep understanding of the challenges in Iraq’s democratic system. He emphasized the need for a national platform for dialogue involving constitutional law experts.

Writer and politician Ibrahim Al-Abadi viewed the call as an extension of previous efforts to address political crises and systemic failures. He stressed the importance of viewing constitutional amendments as a means to overcome political deadlocks.

Legal expert Abbas Al-Oqabi pointed out the practical challenges of the Iraqi Constitution, highlighting the ambiguity in defining the ‘largest parliamentary bloc.’ He advocated for forming a special committee to draft amendments, which would then be presented to the public in a referendum.

Judge Faiq Zaidan affirmed the importance of addressing constitutional flaws and updating provisions. He emphasized the Council of Representatives’ responsibility to implement necessary amendments to strengthen state sovereignty and uphold the rule of law, thereby reinforcing Iraq’s democratic experience.