The Iraqi prime minister has announced that he will contest parliamentary elections in May.
Haider al-Abadi also said that he has formed a bloc called ‘the victory alliance’ and will lead a cross-sectarian list in the elections.
He has pledged to boost the country’s integrity and national sovereignty, correct mistakes and achieve justice and equality for all Iraqis.
The parliament is expected to approve the May 12 date for the vote.
The Iraqi prime minister led the country in the war against Daesh Takfiri terrorists.
Under his leadership, the Iraqi army managed to dislodge the terrorists from their main stronghold, Mosul.
Abadi has been prime minister of Iraq since September 2014.
