Haider al-Abadi

ModernPoliticianIraq1952 — ?

Led Iraq during the defeat of ISIS.

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Quick Facts

Born

1952

Country

Iraq

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)45

Political (20%)68

Influence (20%)56

Legacy (20%)47

Leadership (15%)74

Strategy (15%)35

Total Score55.1

Haider al-Abadi — Complete Timeline

2014 AD

Appointed Prime MinisterPolitical Action◆ Major

Haider al-Abadi was appointed Prime Minister of Iraq after Nouri al-Maliki stepped down amid the ISIS crisis. He inherited a country facing military collapse and territorial losses to the Islamic State.

Prime MinisterISIS Crisis

Impact: national

2017 AD

Declared Victory over ISISWar

Abadi declared military victory over the Islamic State in Iraq, after a campaign that recaptured Mosul and other territories. The victory was achieved with support from the US-led coalition and Iranian-backed militias.

ISISMilitary VictoryMosul

Impact: globalconstructive

2018 AD

Lost Premiership after ElectionsPolitical Action

Despite his victory over ISIS, Abadi's coalition failed to secure a majority in the 2018 parliamentary elections. He was succeeded by Adel Abdul Mahdi, ending his tenure as prime minister.

ElectionPolitical Transition

Impact: national