The Report Episode 69 | Part 1/2 (09/09/14) - Iraq: New Government Formed, Eyes Islamic State

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Channel: Islam Channel · 2014 · News & Politics

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The US has hailed the creation of a new government in Iraq as a major milestone and a crucial step towards defeating the fighter group, Islamic State. But ordinary Iraqis are sceptical the new government will be able to bring unity to the country.

Joining Jonathan Steele to discuss the issue are Mehiyar Kathem, a doctoral candidate at the School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS); and Ahmed Al-Mahmood, Spokesman for the Iraqi Spring Media Center.

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