Iraqi PM, US Senator Discuss Bilateral Partnership
ERBIL — Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia’ al-Sudani received US Senator Christopher Coons on Thursday to discuss the US-Iraq partnership.
They emphasized the transition to a bilateral relationship governed by the Strategic Framework Agreement (SFA) after the US-led Coalition's mission ends in Iraq.
Sudani stressed the urgency of halting the conflict in the Gaza Strip, particularly with Ramadan approaching. He called for an end to the “genocidal acts perpetrated by the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF)."
Senator Coons, visiting at President Joe Biden's request, acknowledged the strong US-Iraq partnership. He advocated for broadening cooperation beyond security to include economic, cultural, and health aspects. Additionally, he highlighted the importance of Middle East stability and securing a ceasefire in the Strip.
