Baghdad: The Iraqi Vice President says there could be more talks about resolving the impasse over Parliament Elections, but that he stands by his demand to give minority Sunnis a greater voice in the balloting.
Chances appear to be dimming for Iraq to hold the elections next month as scheduled.
The main holdup is Vice President Tariq al-Hashemi's veto of the proposed election law, which he says doesn't give enough seats for Iraqis living abroad, most of whom are fellow Sunnis.
Some officials have proposed pushing the vote to at least the end of February. But a long delay could complicate the withdrawal timetable for US forces.
Al-Hashemi said on Thursday he is ready for more dialogue but that he will not lift his veto unless his demands are met.
Bureau Report
First Published: Thursday, December 03, 2009, 20:01