# Iraq prime minister holds title without real authority

Iraq's prime minister remains in office but wields limited actual power, constrained by political factions and external influences. This weakens effective governance and decision-making, undermining stability and reform efforts in the country.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### World
- [Al Jazeera](https://www.aljazeera.com/opinions/2026/7/15/iraqs-prime-minister-carries-the-title-but-not-the-power?traffic_source=rss) — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 13:57:10 +0000