
Iraq’s anti-corruption chief resigns
The chief of Iraq's anti-corruption watchdog has resigned, citing political interference in the performance of his duties, a spokesman said on Friday.
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The chief of Iraq's anti-corruption watchdog has resigned, citing political interference in the performance of his duties, a spokesman said on Friday.
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