Analysts warn pro-Iranian militias may continue to seek revenge for slaying of senior commander and that there is no obvious mediator to calm tensions in the country

Hezbollah Brigades claim Barham Saleh seeking 'to pull the country toward chaos'; hitting back, protesters call organizations supported by Tehran 'blocs of corruption'

Barham Saleh has resisted attempts by a pro-Iran coalition to put forward nominees for prime minister amid widespread public protests

Citing wish to ensure country's independence, Barham Saleh rejects selection of Assaad al-Aidani despite move appearing to violate constitution

Secret meeting between Revolutionary Guards' chief and Baghdad lawmakers a sign of Tehran's growing influence in region

Barham Saleh says PM Adel Abdel Mahdi has agreed to resign if a replacement is found, but no candidate has been accepted by the different parties