The Iraqi Independent High Electoral Commission (IHEC) announced that voter turnout in the Iraqi parliamentary elections exceeded 55%, marking a strong level of participation across the country. The data, collected from most polling stations, shows that more than 12 million citizens cast their ballots out of over 21 million registered voters.
The elections witnessed particularly high turnout rates in the Kurdistan Region, where citizens viewed participation as a vital step toward safeguarding constitutional rights and ensuring fair representation in Baghdad. Cities such as Erbil, Duhok, and Sulaimani reported steady voter flow throughout the day, with minimal technical issues and strong security measures in place.
An IHEC spokesperson emphasized that the process unfolded smoothly in most areas, adding that results from thousands of polling centers are now being reviewed and verified through the commission’s digital tracking system. Candidates and party representatives have also begun monitoring the count using barcode technology to ensure full transparency.
Meanwhile, Kurdish officials commended the public’s strong engagement, noting that active participation strengthens democracy and helps reinforce the Kurdistan Region’s role in shaping Iraq’s political landscape.
Observers described the high turnout as a sign of growing political awareness among Iraqis, who are increasingly determined to influence the future of their country and defend their rights through the ballot box.