Abdul Aziz al-Hakim
- Born:
- 1950s, Najaf, Iraq (Exact date disputed)
- Died:
- August 26, 2009, Tehran, Iran
- Nationality:
- Iraqi
- Profession(s):
- Cleric, Politician
Early Life and Education
- Born into a prominent Shia clerical family in Najaf, Iraq.
- Son of Grand Ayatollah Muhammad Baqir al-Hakim.
- Received religious education within the Hawza of Najaf.
Career and Major Achievements
- A leading figure in the Supreme Council for the Islamic Revolution in Iraq (SCIRI), later renamed the Islamic Supreme Council of Iraq (ISCI).
- Opposed Saddam Hussein's regime and spent years in exile.
- Returned to Iraq after the 2003 invasion and played a significant role in the post-Saddam political landscape.
- Led ISCI to become a major political force in Iraq.
- Played a key role in drafting the new Iraqi constitution.
- Advocated for a federal Iraq with autonomous regions.
Notable Works
- Published several religious and political treatises.
- Led ISCI in negotiations and political alliances to influence Iraqi policy.
Legacy and Impact
Abdul Aziz al-Hakim was a pivotal figure in post-Saddam Iraq, leading a major Shia political party and influencing the country's political trajectory. His legacy is intertwined with the establishment of a new political order in Iraq and the ongoing challenges of sectarianism and political stability.