BAGHDAD, Dec 1: Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki faced a widening revolt within his divided government as two senior Sunni politicians joined prominent Shia lawmakers and cabinet members in criticising his policies.
Vice President Tariq al-Hashemi said he wanted to see Mr Maliki’s government gone and another `understanding’ for a new coalition put in place with guarantees that ensure collective decision-making.
“There is a clear deterioration in security and everything is moving in the wrong direction,” the Sunni leader told The Associated Press. “This situation must be redressed as soon as possible.”—AP
