ASSESSMENTS

Iraq's Shifting Shiite Power Structure

Jun 7, 2004 | 21:53 GMT

Summary

Iraq's mainstream Shiite leadership has invited radical Shiite leader Muqtada al-Sadr to participate in the political process. The move suggests these Shia are trying to rebuild strength after Washington sidelined Grand Ayatollah Ali al-Sistani. More importantly, it is a sign that Iraq's Shiite political landscape is changing.

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