policy
In Spring 2026, Hadi al-Amiri called for swift practical steps to ensure justice for farmers demanding their legitimate rights. He noted in May 2026 that the behavior exhibited against them in Baghdad today is deplorable and unbecoming of their stature. His mid-May 2026 statements stressed protecting farmers as they represent the backbone of Iraqi food security. By 2026, Parliament aims to follow up on the government investigation to prevent such incidents from recurring with professional sectors.