ISJ condemns Maliki’s coup, calls for free election in Iraq by UN

The International Committee In Search of Justice strongly condemns the March 5th remarks of Iraqi Prime Minister against the parliament and an attempt to destroy the political process. This is a continuation of a dictatorship course that Maliki began years ago with the full support of the Mullahs in Iran; a trend that has brought about devastating results due to the U.S. silence and cooperation.

In his weekly speech, Maliki said, “The parliament’s life has come to an end or its leadership has declared its termination.” He reiterated, “Yesterday, in the cabinet, we decided by a majority to carry this budget and spend it whether it is ratified by the parliament or not.”

As we have repeatedly stated, Maliki is Iraq’s main problem. He has placed Iraq on the verge of a civil and sectarian war and is determined to ruthlessly eliminate his opponents. He has increased the number of executions – exercising brutal torture is routine practice in his prisons. The abuse of female prisoners in Iraq has been reported recently by Human Rights Watch.

The solution to this crisis is to stop giving arms to Maliki and to hold a truly free and fair election under the auspices of the United Nations. Holding a sham election by Maliki, who has absolute control of the Ministry of Interior, the Ministry of Defence and the Ministry of Security, is unacceptable and would surely result in more violence and bloodshed.
Alejo Vidal-Quadras
Vice President of the European Parliament
President, International Committee In Search of Justice (ISJ)

7 March 2014