He also moved to counter Arif 's base of power by removing him from his position as deputy commander of the armed forces .
Qasim began to foster relations with the Iraqi Communist Party , who attempted to mobilise support in favour of his policies .
Qasim also moved to counter Arif 's base of power by removing Qasim from Qasim 's position as deputy commander of the armed forces .
Qasim began to foster relations with the Iraqi Communist Party , who attempted to mobilise support in favour of his policies .