Iraq’s 2025 Elections: Al-Sadr Urges Supporters to Vote Wisely
Muqtada al-Sadr urges supporters to vote wisely in the October 2025 elections, warning against poor choices that could worsen corruption. He stresses the need for a strong voter turnout and highlights his withdrawal from politics to avoid corruption as the Shiite Coordination Framework seeks to reintegrate him into the political landscape.
Muqtada al-Sadr, leader of Iraq’s Patriotic Shiite Movement, has prompted his followers to prepare for the legislative elections set for October 2025. During a recent sermon, he urged them to choose their candidates wisely, cautioning that poor choices could exacerbate issues like corruption and poverty. Al-Sadr stated, “Electing a righteous person will bring you abundant good.”
He also highlighted the importance of high voter turnout, emphasizing that, “political elections require a large number of votes.” The Shiite Coordination Framework has intensified efforts to persuade al-Sadr to re-enter the political arena after he distanced himself from the political process to avoid interaction with corrupt politicians. His withdrawal from politics included a call for the resignation of all 73 of his MPs in Parliament.
Muqtada al-Sadr’s call for wise electoral choices and high voter turnout highlights his commitment to combating corruption in Iraq. His withdrawal from politics remains significant as it reflects a rejection of corrupt influences. The Shiite Coordination Framework’s attempts to reintegrate him into the political process indicate ongoing political dynamics ahead of the 2025 elections.
Original Source: shafaq.com
