Baghdad – INA
The Independent High Electoral Commission announced today, Thursday that the number of biometric cards distributed among citizens has exceeded 12 million.
In a press conference attended by the Iraqi News Agency, the commission stated that the number of biometric cards distributed among citizens exceeded 12 million.
Commission added that it is "continuing with state institutions for the success of holding early elections, while the period for registering political alliances for blocs wishing to participate has been extended."
The Commission continued that: Our doors are open to inquire about our preparations for the elections. Also the commission stressed the pivotal role of the media in supporting the electoral process, while stressing that the elections represent a great challenge under the current circumstances, indicating that: "Mobile teams are on the increase, targeting the role of citizens, government institutions, and people with needs."