iraqi national congress
Definition
Proper noun: * A political coalition formed in 1992, composed of diverse Iraqi opposition groups (including Sunni Arabs, Shia Arabs, and Kurds) united by their shared goal of opposing and replacing the government of Saddam Hussein.
Usage
- The Iraqi National Congress sought international support for its cause.
- Analysts debated the influence and cohesion of the Iraqi National Congress.
- The group's stated aim was to build a new government for Iraq.
Advanced Usage
- The term is often used in historical and political contexts discussing pre-2003 opposition to the Ba'athist regime in Iraq.
- It is frequently abbreviated as INC in analytical writing and media reports.
Variants and Related Words
- INC: The common acronym for the Iraqi National Congress.
Synonyms
- Iraqi opposition (coalition)
- Anti-Saddam coalition
Related Terms and Context
- De-Ba'athification: A later policy process associated with the post-invasion political landscape which some former INC figures influenced.
- Coalition Provisional Authority: The transitional government established after the 2003 invasion, which included individuals affiliated with the INC.
Noun
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a heterogeneous collection of groups united in their opposition to Saddam Hussein's government of Iraq; formed in 1992 it is comprised of Sunni and Shiite Arabs and Kurds who hope to build a new government
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