Written by Elijah J. Magnier: Iraq is not far from closely resembling Lebanon, with its ongoing political and economic conflicts. However, the Iraqi economy’s inexorable deterioration may force Baghdad’s government to make difficult choices which will provoke severe consequences for the country whichever direction it goes in. This fragile political-economic situation indicates that no stability can be expected in the Middle East in the short term. West Asia is expected to remain an … Continue reading Iraq resembling Lebanon; will it lean towards the US or Iran?

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