The story: The Iraqi government has declared its intention to revive the country’s long-abandoned nuclear energy program. The announcement by Prime Minister Muhammad Shia’ Al-Sudani comes amid a broader regional push to develop nuclear capabilities, following in the footsteps of Egypt, Iran, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). While Iraq is a long way from completing such an endeavor, Sudani’s announcement is a diplomatic win for the prime minister—underscoring his engagement with international organizations. 

The coverage: Sudani’s intention to pursue a nuclear energy program was announced in connection with a Mar. 18 visit to Baghdad by International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Director General Rafael Grossi. The head of the...