Jalal Talabani

ModernPoliticianIraq1933 — ?

First Kurdish president of Iraq.

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Quick Facts

Born

1933

Country

Iraq

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)23

Political (20%)68

Influence (20%)61

Legacy (20%)49

Leadership (15%)72

Strategy (15%)46

Total Score55.5

Jalal Talabani — Complete Timeline

2005 AD

Elected President of IraqPolitical Action

Jalal Talabani was elected President of Iraq by the National Assembly, becoming the first Kurdish head of state in the country's history. His election was a landmark for Kurdish representation in post-Saddam Iraq.

PresidencyKurdish RightsPost-Saddam

Impact: nationalconstructive

Negotiated Iraqi ConstitutionPolitical Action◆ Major

As president, Talabani played a key role in negotiating the new Iraqi constitution, which established a federal system and recognized Kurdish autonomy. The constitution was approved by referendum in October 2005.

ConstitutionFederalismKurdistan

Impact: nationalconstructive

2009 AD

Re-elected for Second TermPolitical Action

Talabani was re-elected for a second term as president, reflecting his continued role as a unifying figure in Iraq's fragile political landscape. His tenure saw ongoing sectarian tensions and the withdrawal of US troops.

Re-electionPolitical Stability

Impact: national