Iraq’s parliament approves a new government led by Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi, ending months of political deadlock. Multiple outlets report that lawmakers hold a confidence vote and that the government receives parliamentary approval. Coverage also states that al-Zaidi is sworn in as prime minister and that 14 ministers are approved as part of the cabinet. While the overall government package is endorsed, at least one report says parliament does not reach consensus on several other ministerial or key posts, indicating that further decisions may still be pending. Daily Sabah notes external pressure linked to the United States to form a government, framing the vote as occurring amid growing international urging. The Punch describes the move as concluding the long period of political standstill. Al Jazeera similarly reports the parliamentary approval of the prime minister and the ministerial lineup, while highlighting remaining disagreements over some positions. Overall, the reports describe a transition government process in which parliamentary confidence allows al-Zaidi to take office, even though some posts remain unresolved.