Iraq: Al-Sadr and armament relations with Francenote

Reports from Baghdad suggest that the activation of the defense partnership with France depends on the formation of a new government in Iraq, after the parliamentary elections that took place on 10/10/21.

However, it seems difficult for PM Mustafa Al-Kadhimi to return to power, but even if he returns under an understanding with Iraqi Shia cleric Muqtada Al-Sadr, his return will be conditional.

In this case, what would be the future of defense partnership between Iraq and France?

What is the position of Al-Sadr on this?

Tactical Report has prepared a 518-word report to shed more light on these questions and more.

[Partly reproduced in TR Weekly 28/46 - November 12, 2021]