IRAQ NEWS: Defense Pete Hegseth discussed regional security and the strategic partnership between Iraq and the United States, 17 MARCH

 IRAQ NEWS

Defense Pete Hegseth discussed regional security and the strategic partnership between Iraq and the United States in a phone call, reaffirming their commitment to counterterrorism efforts and stability in the Middle East - statement : PM office

5:21 PM · Mar 16, 2025

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The conversation covered security cooperation, the situation in Yemen and Syria, and the importance of de-escalation.
PM Sudani emphasized Iraq’s stance on dialogue as the key to resolving crises, while Hegseth reiterated that US military operations in Yemen would cease once Houthi attacks end.