Will Iran maintain its influence over Iraq?
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Travelling the risky roads of Iraq as election looms

Iraq is facing a pivotal election which could define how close its relationship with Iran is.

Traditionally Iraq's Shia population has been receptive to Iranian influence, but there is a growing secular movement and the relationship with the US to consider.

Ayman Oghanna reports.

Producer Warwick Harrington

Camera, editor Jack Garland

  • 10 May 2018
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