India, April 11 -- Iraq's parliament has elected Kurdish politician Nizar Amidi as the country's new president, marking a significant political change in a time of instability in the region and the vote comes five months after parliamentary elections failed to produce a decisive majority, prolonging political uncertainty. Amidi's appointment comes at a time when Iraq is having trouble with its economy and security because of rising tensions between the U.S. and Israel and Iran.

Presidential Election Delayed Amid Political Deadlock

The election took place more than two months after the constitutional deadline, reflecting deep political divisions. Iraq's constitution says that lawmakers have to choose a president within 30 days of the fir...