Washington warns of Iraq's slide into violence

yota691 · September 5, 2022

US Assistant Secretary of State: The dialogue of political forces under the auspices of Al-Kazemi is a correct path

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The US Assistant Secretary of State for Near Eastern Affairs, Barbara Leaf, confirmed that the United States of America is closely following the political scene in Iraq, which is on the brink of the abyss

. The Iraqis are able to take the right decision for the sake of Iraq's interest because the political conflict can only be resolved through dialogue,

and the US Assistant Secretary of State continued that the political blockage is nothing but an obstacle to achieving Iraq's interest at a time when Baghdad has in the federal fund a reserve estimated at 85 billion dollars in the federal fund Noting that the current dialogue, hosted by Prime Minister Mustafa Al-Kazemi, is a correct path, and leaders should invest it

yota691 · September 5, 2022

The US State Department: We want a strong Iraq away from Iranian interference

Last updated:September 5 2022 - 2:05 PM

Baghdad / Iraq News Network - US Assistant Secretary of State for Near Eastern Affairs Barbara Leaf confirmed today, Monday, that the Iraqi political scene is "on the edge of the abyss," stressing that his country will not favor one person over another in Iraq. Al-Hadath”, that “the stability and security of Iraq are among the priorities of the American administration,” explaining that “the Iraqi political scene is on the edge of the abyss and we are following it closely.” The US Assistant Secretary of State pointed out that “the United States does not seek to impose its will on any Iraqi party, and does not favor one person over another in Iraq,” stressing by saying, “The United States or even Iran should not impose a solution.” He added, "We want to see a sovereign Iraqi state to play its pivotal role in the region," noting that "the Iraqi state plays an important and fundamental role in the region now."He continued, "It is possible that we sit with our Iraqi friends and hear from them, and we want Iraq to participate in the war on terrorism." And countries in the region.” And she stressed that “any government of free and fair elections we will support,” noting that “Iraq has $85 billion in the US Federal Fund.”

keylime · September 5, 2022

53 minutes ago, jake21 said:

There's one thing that Iraq has nailed down; it's a photo of "important figures" sitting, looking at each other, accomplishing NOTHING!! They have perfected it.

They learned the all-important time to look busy and trustworthy "Photo-OP" from our US Politicians.

keylime · September 5, 2022

And she stressed that “any government of free and fair elections we will support,” noting that “Iraq has $85 billion in the US Federal Fund.”

In other words, get your shiite together and do your job otherwise 85 billion might just be needed to rectumfy this situation. Wink. Wink.

ametad · September 5, 2022

I’ve got an idea. How about America helps with a comprehensive plan of support for infrastructure rebuilding the electricity grid, streets and water. Have that support ready to go with contracts to help advise/plan, build and train locals implementing the contracts for profit. But here’s the big shift, stop pushing the military economic complex to make money. Use this opportunity for all Iraqis to benefit to bring together people to protect their own country, they already have all the weapons they need.

I know, it’s simply complicated.

I want to see a shift of support from drone strikes bringing death and destruction, to support rebuilding the country’s infrastructure.

So far with respect to the infrastructure, all I see is Germany helping with the electrical grid.

keylime · September 5, 2022

1 hour ago, ametad said:

I’ve got an idea. How about America helps with a comprehensive plan of support system">support for infrastructure rebuilding the electricity grid, streets and water. Have that support system">support ready to go with contracts to help advise/plan, build and train locals implementing the contracts for profit. But here’s the big shift, stop pushing the military economic complex to make money. Use this opportunity for all Iraqis to benefit to bring together people to protect their own country, they already have all the weapons they need.

I know, it’s simply complicated.

I want to see a shift of support system">support from drone strikes bringing death and destruction, to support system">support rebuilding the country’s infrastructure.

So far with respect to the infrastructure, all I see is Germany helping with the electrical grid.

And China getting big bucks rebuilding roads. But I agree. Start with infrastructure and educational support for all.

yota691 · September 6, 2022

Al-Hakim discusses the paths of “resolving the political crisis” with the US Deputy Secretary of State

2022.09.05 - 23:11

Baghdad - people

The head of the Al-Hikma Movement, Ammar Al-Hakim, discussed with the US Assistant Secretary of State for Near Eastern Affairs, Barbara Leaf, on Monday, the paths to "resolving the political crisis," noting that "the political crisis is solvable, and reform begins with reforming institutions."

Al-Hakim’s media office said in a statement that “Nass” received a copy of it, (September 5, 2022), that “Ammar Al-Hakim, head of the National Wisdom Movement, received in his office in Baghdad, Barbara Leaf, the US Assistant Secretary of State for Near Eastern Affairs, in the presence of the American ambassador in Baghdad, Elina. Romaneski, and discussed with them files of common interest and bilateral relations between Iraq and the United States of America, as well as developments in the political scene in Iraq and the region.

He added that Al-Hakim "explained the importance of strengthening cooperation between Iraq and the United States of America in the field of infrastructure development and reconstruction," stressing "to sustain cooperation in a manner that preserves the interests of all and the sovereignty of Iraq."

The statement continued, and Al-Hakim reiterated that "the political crisis in Iraq is solvable if everyone has the will to resolve and compromise for the Iraqi interest," noting "the importance of partnership in Iraqi decision-making, and attendance in decision-making does not require participation in the government."

Al-Hakim also stressed, according to the statement, "respect for the constitutional institutions in Iraq, and said that reform begins with reforming the institutions," recalling that democratic practice came as a result of the great sacrifices made by Iraq in the face of dictatorship and terrorism.

On the issues of the region, Al-Hakim stressed, "Any dialogue aimed at calming the atmosphere between the parties in the region is in the interest of Iraq and everyone, and that Iraq played a role in bringing points of view closer to its conviction that dialogue is the best way and that the problems are solvable if everyone goes towards it." Statement.

yota691 · September 6, 2022

Mr. Al-Hakim: The political crisis is solvable, and attendance in decision-making is not required to participate in the government

Time: 09/05/2022 23:12:47
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{Political: Al Furat News} The head of the National State Forces Alliance, Mr. Al-Hakim, confirmed that the current political crisis in the country is "solvable".

A statement by his office, of which {Euphrates News} received a copy, stated that Mr. Al-Hakim "received in Mecca this evening (Barbara Leaf) the US Assistant Secretary of State for Near Eastern Affairs, in the presence of the US Ambassador in Baghdad (Elina Romaneski), and they discussed files of common interest and bilateral relations between Iraq and the states. The United States of America, as well as developments in the political scene in Iraq and the region.

Mr. Al-Hakim indicated the importance of strengthening cooperation between Iraq and the United States of America in the field of infrastructure development and reconstruction, and stressed the continuation of cooperation in a manner that preserves the interests of all and the sovereignty of Iraq.

He reiterated that the political crisis in Iraq is solvable if everyone enjoys the will to resolve and compromise for the Iraqi interest, indicating "the importance of partnership in Iraqi decision-making, and attendance in decision-making does not require participation in the government."

Mr. Al-Hakim also stressed respect for the constitutional institutions in Iraq, and said that "reform begins with reforming the institutions, and he reminded us that democratic practice came as a result of the great sacrifices made by Iraq in the face of dictatorship and terrorism."

On the issues of the region, he stressed that any dialogue aimed at calming the atmosphere between the parties in the region is in the interest of Iraq and everyone, and that Iraq played a role in bringing points of view closer because of its conviction that dialogue is the best way and that the problems are solvable if everyone goes towards it.

yota691 · September 6, 2022

A meeting brings together the Minister of Foreign Affairs with the help of his American counterpart.. Al-Khadra events are the most prominent files

2022.09.06 - 11:00

Baghdad - people

On Tuesday, Foreign Minister Fouad Hussein stressed that all political forces should take a lesson from the events in Baghdad in order to preserve civil peace.

And the ministry's media stated in a statement, of which "Nass" received a copy, (6 September 2022), that "Foreign Minister Fouad Hussein received on Monday, September 5, 2022, Barbara Leaf, Assistant Secretary of State for Middle Eastern Affairs, and her accompanying delegation."

During the meeting, they "discussed bilateral relations, issues of common interest, ways to activate cooperation in various fields, and emphasis on supporting Iraq's political, economic and security stability."

According to the statement, the minister touched on "the political conditions in Iraq and the bloody events that occurred a week ago in Baghdad and in the "Green Zone", noting that "these events caused great damage to the political process in Iraq, and all political forces should take a lesson from what It happened, in order to preserve civil peace.”

He stressed that "the series of dialogues must include everyone, and it is necessary to protect the democratic process as it is, and to protect social peace."

The statement continued, "The two sides also discussed the regional situation and relations between the Islamic Republic of Iran and the United States of America, and the course of the ongoing negotiations in Vienna on the Iranian nuclear project," wishing "the two countries would reach a final agreement on this issue for the good of both countries and the region."

The statement explained that "the two sides discussed the situation in Syria, where the minister stressed that building stability in Syria is not only in the interest of the Syrian people, but also in the interest of Iraq and the entire region," adding that "the Iraqi government is working hard to support this path in all international forums."

yota691 · September 6, 2022

Zidane and the Assistant Secretary of State discuss Washington's suppor t for the Iraqi judiciary

06.09.2022 - 12:39

Baghdad - people

The President of the Supreme Judicial Council, Faiq Zeidan, discussed, with the US Assistant Secretary of State for Middle Eastern Affairs, US support for the Iraqi judiciary in various specializations.

And the judiciary's media stated in a brief statement, of which "Nass" received a copy, (6 September 2022), that "the President of the Supreme Judicial Council, Judge Faiq Zaidan, received the US Assistant Secretary of State for Middle Eastern Affairs Barbara Leaf and discussed with her the American support for the Iraqi judiciary in various specializations."

yota691 · September 6, 2022

Foreign Minister: The events of Al-Khadra have caused great damage to the political process, and all forces must take a lesson from what happened

Time: 09/06/2022 10:56:55
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{Political: Al Furat News} Foreign Minister Fouad Hussein said that the recent events in the Green Zone "caused great damage to the political process" in Iraq.

A Foreign Ministry statement said that Hussein received yesterday "Barbara Leaf, Assistant Secretary of State for Middle Eastern Affairs of the United States of America, and her accompanying delegation. During the meeting, they discussed bilateral relations and issues of common interest, ways to activate cooperation in various fields, and emphasis on supporting Iraq's political, economic and security stability."

The Minister of Foreign Affairs touched on the political conditions in Iraq and the bloody events that occurred a week ago in Baghdad and in the "Green Zone", noting that "these events caused great damage to the political process in Iraq, and all political forces should take a lesson from what happened, in order to maintaining civil peace.

Hussein stressed that "the series of dialogues should include everyone, and it is necessary to protect the democratic process as it is, and to protect social peace."

The two sides also discussed the regional situation and relations between the Islamic Republic of Iran and the United States of America, and the course of the ongoing negotiations in Vienna on the Iranian nuclear project, wishing the two countries to reach a final agreement on this issue for the benefit of both countries and the region.

They also discussed the situation in Syria, where Hussein stressed that building stability in Syria is not only in the interest of the Syrian people, but also in the interest of Iraq and the entire region, adding that the Iraqi government is working hard to support this path in all international forums.

yota691 · September 6, 2022

An American official continues her meetings in Iraq: Al-Sadr's voice must be heard through dialogue

Arabic reports

Baghdad

Mohamed Ali

06 September 2022

Hussein Leif: The events of the Green Zone damaged the political process (Iraqi Foreign Ministry website)

US Assistant Secretary of State for Middle East Affairs Barbara Leaf, who has been visiting the Iraqi capital Baghdad two days ago at the head of a delegation from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, confirmed that her country is following the political scene in Iraq "accurately", stressing the need to hear the voice of the leader of the Sadrist movement Muqtada al-Sadr through dialogue.

Today, Tuesday, Leaf met with Iraqi Foreign Minister Fouad Hussein , who considered that the events that took place in the Green Zone in the center of the capital, Baghdad, last week, which left dozens dead and wounded, "caused great damage to the political process," speaking of the need to include political dialogues in the country. All Parties.

In a statement, the Iraqi Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that Hussein discussed with Lev, "the bilateral relations, and it was emphasized that support for Iraq's stability politically, economically and securityly."

According to the statement, during the meeting, Hussein touched on " the political conditions in Iraq, and the bloody events that occurred in Baghdad and the Green Zone last week."

The events in Baghdad are a lesson for preserving civil peace

Hussein indicated that "these events caused great damage to the political process in Iraq, and all political forces should take a lesson from what happened , in order to preserve civil peace," stressing that "the series of dialogues must include everyone , and it is necessary to protect the democratic process as it is." and the protection of community peace.

The statement explained that "the two sides discussed the regional situation, relations between Iran and America, and the course of the ongoing negotiations in Vienna on the Iranian nuclear project, wishing (Hussein) that the two countries would reach a final agreement on this issue for the good of both countries and the region."

Hussein stressed that "building stability in Syria is not for the benefit of the Syrian people only, but for the interest of Iraq and the entire region as well," adding that "the Iraqi government is working hard to support this path in all international forums."

During the past two days, Barbara Leaf had held several meetings in Baghdad, most notably with the outgoing Iraqi President Barham Salih, the caretaker Prime Minister Mustafa Al-Kazemi, Parliament Speaker Muhammad Al-Halbousi, and the leader of the "Hikma Movement" Ammar Al-Hakim.

The political scene has reached the edge of the abyss

And yesterday, Monday, the official Iraqi News Agency (INA) quoted Lev as saying that "the US administration is closely following the Iraqi political scene." She added that "Washington, National Security, the Ministries of Foreign Affairs and Defense, and others are closely following the Iraqi scene, and what happened last week indicates that the political scene has reached the edge of the abyss."

Leaf considered that "the conflict between the political elites can only be resolved through dialogue and reaching a result and solutions, if the politicians want that," calling on "Iraq's leaders to take the decision, whether the solution is through a transitional government, new elections, or a new government ."

And she stressed that "its presence in Iraq at the present time came to convey a message from the American leadership, that it is in contact with all spectra, in addition to conducting private dialogues and providing advice."

The chest voice must be heard

Leaf pointed out that the leader of the Sadrist movement, "Muqtada al-Sadr has followers and a large audience, and his voice with other leaders must be heard , but through dialogue, otherwise it will be slippery." She said: "Last week we followed the violence and killings in Iraq. This is a wake-up call for political leaders if they do not move towards dialogue and a solution."

Barbara Leaf: Muqtada al-Sadr has followers and a large audience, and his voice with other leaders must be heard, but through dialogue.

And she indicated that "40 million Iraqis expect the best, and this is their right," noting that "we sensed the political will of the leaders we met, and our message will be disciplined." And she called on "Iraqi leaders to overcome the fundamental conflicts between them to reach a solution." And she praised the "positive role of Iraq by adopting dialogue between America and Iran."

Armed confrontations took place inside the Green Zone in Baghdad last week, leaving 33 dead and about 300 wounded, from the Sadrist movement and militants of different factions, before al-Sadr issued a decision ending the sit-in of his supporters in front of the parliament building.

yota691 · September 7, 2022

Barbara Leaf's visit to Iraq: a meeting with the Minister of Oil to discuss the energy file

2022.09.07 - 10:23

Baghdad - people

Research the Minister of OilIhsan Abdul-Jabbar Ismail, on Wednesday, with US Assistant Secretary of State for Middle Eastern Affairs Barbara Leaf, on the energy file in Iraq.

A statement by the Ministry, a copy of which was received by “Nass”, (September 7, 2022), stated that “the Minister of OilIhsan Abdul-Jabbar Ismail received US Assistant Secretary of State for Middle Eastern Affairs Barbara Leaf, and her accompanying delegation.

During the meeting, they discussed "bilateral relations between the two countries, and files of common interest, especially in the oil and energy sector."

yota691 · September 7, 2022

Al-Abadi and an American official stress the serious work to correct the failures in Iraq

Time: 07/09/2022 00:18:09
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{Political: Al Furat News} The head of the victory coalition, Haider Al-Abadi, discussed in his office, on Tuesday, with the US Assistant Secretary of State for Middle East Affairs, Ms. Barbara Leaf and her accompanying delegation, the strengthening of relations between the two countries.

A statement by his office, of which the {Euphrates News} agency received a copy, said that the two sides also discussed "the developments of the political events taking place in Iraq and the international community's interest in its stability because of its great importance in the region, and the importance of dialogue to solve all problems and bring views."
The statement added, "It was also stressed the need for all political parties to contribute to finding a solution to the repercussions of the obstruction witnessed by the political process, which has begun to have repercussions on all sectors and citizens, and not to resort to violence that kills the people of this country, as well as to work seriously to correct the situation and failures in a way that guarantees Return Iraq to the right path.

yota691 · September 7, 2022

Barzani: Baghdad is the source of Iraq's problems and political crisis..and sets a condition for holding the elections

Time: 07/09/2022 14:34:00
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{Political: Al Furat News} The head of the Kurdistan Democratic Party, Massoud Barzani, confirmed today, Wednesday, that there is no objection to holding early elections in Iraq, provided that a political and legal ground is prepared for them.

During the meeting, the Assistant Secretary of State for Middle Eastern Affairs conveyed President Biden's greetings to Leader Barzani, noting that President Biden views the Kurdistan Region with great importance, and that the region is one of the country's foreign policy priorities, stressing that the sovereignty and stability of the Kurdistan Region and Iraq are the basis of stability. and development in the region.

In another aspect of her speech, she stressed that her country is very concerned about the relations between the Kurdistan Region and the Iraqi federal government, and expressed her appreciation for the role of Kurdish leader Massoud Barzani in addressing differences in accordance with the principles of the constitution, calling on him to play a greater role with his wisdom and influence in addressing problems and ending the political blockage. in Iraq.

In the same meeting, Leader Barzani welcomed the guest delegation and expressed his greetings and appreciation to President Biden. He also briefed on the political situation in Iraq and the reasons for the blockage, stressing that the source of problems and the political crisis in Iraq is due to Baghdad's lack of commitment to the constitution, and the absence of principles of partnership, balance and consensus. In the political process, the lack of respect for the results of elections and the democratic process.

Barzani stressed that the differences and outstanding issues between Erbil and Baghdad must be resolved within the framework of the constitution, and that any agreement that takes place in this framework must be on this basis and work on it clearly and seriously, and no party should try to erase the other, and the constitution must be respected.

With regard to the idea of holding early elections in Iraq, Barzani stressed that "there is no objection to holding early elections provided that a political and legal ground is prepared for them, and that no party or component is marginalized and that the election results are respected."

yota691 · September 7, 2022

Nechirvan Barzani assigns to a high-ranking US diplomatic delegation the key to solving all of Iraq's problems

2022-09-07 09:53

Shafaq News/ The President of Kurdistan Region, Nechirvan Barzani, considered, during his meeting with the US Assistant Secretary of State, today, Wednesday, solving the problems of Erbil - Baghdad and the existence of laws for distributing revenues and for oil and gas, the key to solving Iraq's problems and establishing security and stability in the country, stressing that Iraq, for the purpose of solving its problems It needs dialogue and understanding between the political parties and components, and the help of friendly countries.

And according to a statement by the region's presidency that was received by Shafaq News Agency, Barzani received, on Wednesday, the US Assistant Secretary of State for Middle Eastern Affairs, Barbara Leaf, and an accompanying delegation.

The statement indicated that in a meeting attended by the US Ambassador to Iraq, Alina Romanowski, the US Consul General in the Kurdistan Region, and a number of American diplomats, they discussed America’s relations with Iraq and the Kurdistan Region, the latest developments in the political situation in Iraq, and efforts to overcome difficulties, Erbil-Baghdad relations and problems. relationship between them.

The statement added that Ms. Leaf conveyed the greetings of US President Joe Biden and the US Secretary of State to the President of the Region, Nechirvan Barzani, indicating that she is here to confirm America's commitment to its relations with Iraq and the Kurdistan Region and that they look with interest at these relations, and confirm full support for the establishment of security and political stability in Iraq.

The statement indicated to Barzani for his part, and in addition to expressing thanks and appreciation for the American aid and support for Iraq and the Kurdistan Region, he reiterated that Iraq's problems will not be solved by marginalizing any force or political party, and the components of Iraq must reach through dialogue and understanding a method of coexistence between them.

The statement noted that Barzani considered solving the problems of Erbil - Baghdad and the existence of laws for distributing oil and gas revenues, as the key to solving Iraq's problems and establishing security and stability in the country, stressing that Iraq, for the purpose of solving its problems, needs dialogue and understanding between political parties and components, and the assistance of friendly countries. .

The relations of Iraq and the Kurdistan Region with neighboring countries, the internal conditions of the Kurdistan Region and the importance of the unity of the Kurdish parties, the situation in the region in general, and a set of issues of common concern, were another aspect of the meeting, according to the statement.

Nechirvan Barzani assigns to a high-ranking US diplomatic delegation the key to solving all of Iraq's problems

yota691 · September 7, 2022

Barzani: We do not mind holding early elections in Iraq, provided that a political and legal ground is prepared for them

2022-09-07 07:14

Shafaq News/ The Kurdish leader, Massoud Barzani, confirmed on Wednesday that there is no objection to holding early elections in Iraq, provided that a political and legal ground is prepared for them.

This came during his meeting in Salah al-Din Resort, Barbara Leaf, the US Assistant Secretary of State for Middle Eastern Affairs, and her accompanying delegation, consisting of the US Ambassador to Iraq, Elena Romanowski, and the US Consul General in the Kurdistan Region, Ervin Hicks Jr.

During the meeting, the Assistant Secretary of State for Middle Eastern Affairs conveyed President Biden's greetings to Leader Barzani, noting that President Biden views the Kurdistan Region with great importance, and that the region is one of the country's foreign policy priorities, stressing that the sovereignty and stability of the Kurdistan Region and Iraq are the basis of stability. and development in the region.

In another aspect of her speech, she stressed that her country is very concerned about the relations between the Kurdistan Region and the Iraqi federal government, and expressed her appreciation for the role of Kurdish leader Massoud Barzani in addressing differences in accordance with the principles of the constitution, calling on him to play a greater role with his wisdom and influence in addressing problems and ending the political blockage. in Iraq.

In the same meeting, Leader Barzani welcomed the guest delegation and expressed his greetings and appreciation to President Biden. He also briefed on the political situation in Iraq and the reasons for the blockage, stressing that the source of problems and the political crisis in Iraq is due to Baghdad's lack of commitment to the constitution, and the absence of principles of partnership, balance and consensus. In the political process, the lack of respect for the results of elections and the democratic process.

Barzani stressed that the differences and outstanding issues between Erbil and Baghdad must be resolved within the framework of the constitution, and that any agreement that takes place in this framework must be on this basis and work on it clearly and seriously, and no party should try to erase the other, and the constitution must be respected.

With regard to the idea of holding early elections in Iraq, Barzani stressed that "there is no objection to holding early elections provided that a political and legal ground is prepared for them, and that no party or component is marginalized and that the election results are respected."

yota691 · September 7, 2022

Exciting details from Barbara Leaf's visit to Iraq: I gave officials severe warnings

2022-09-07 10:38

Shafaq News/ Informed political sources revealed today, Wednesday, the reason behind the visit of the Assistant Secretary of State for Middle Eastern Affairs Barbara Leaf to Iraq and holding meetings for her with a number of Iraqi officials and leaders

The sources told Shafaq News Agency, "Lev's visit came in order to deliver international warning messages to Iraqi officials and leaders regarding the political crisis and its evolution into an armed conflict, which threatens the Iraqi situation at various levels."

And she indicated that "Barbara Leaf stressed, during her meetings with Iraqi officials and leaders, to resolve the crisis quickly and prevent any escalation that might repeat the events of the Green Zone, and repeating that means the international community intervenes strongly to resolve the political dispute, and the collapse of the Iraqi regime cannot be allowed by the international actors, Especially Washington.

The informed political sources added that "the Assistant Secretary of State for Middle Eastern Affairs, Barbara Leaf, stressed the need not to marginalize the Sadrist movement in political decisions during the next stage, and to work to achieve what he can achieve from the demands he wants through dialogue and understanding between all political parties. without marginalizing any political party.

Yesterday, US Assistant Secretary of State for Near Eastern Affairs Barbara Leaf said that the Iraqi political scene is "on the edge of the abyss", stressing that his country will not favor one person over another in Iraq.

Barbara Leaf said in an interview with "Al-Arabiya Al-Hadath" channel, that "the stability and security of Iraq are among the priorities of the US administration," explaining that "the Iraqi political scene is on the edge of the abyss and we are following it closely."

He added that "the political conflict in Iraq can only be resolved through dialogue," noting that "the current dialogue, hosted by Al-Kazemi, is a correct path and the leaders should invest it."

The US Assistant Secretary of State pointed out that "the United States does not seek to impose its will on any Iraqi party, and does not favor one person over another in Iraq," stressing that "the United States or even Iran should not impose a solution."

He added, "We want to see a sovereign Iraqi state to play its pivotal role in the region," noting that "the Iraqi state plays an important and fundamental role in the region now."

He continued, "It is possible that we sit with our Iraqi friends and hear from them, and we want Iraq to participate in the war on terrorism."

He said, "The Iraqis choose their path, not Iran or anyone else," noting that "the Iranian government and the regime in Iran are trying to interfere in Iraq and countries in the region."

He stressed that "any government of free and fair elections we will support," noting that "Iraq has $85 billion in the US Federal Fund."

yota691 · September 7, 2022

Barbara Leaf concludes the Baghdad meetings with a meeting with Zidane and 30 "inspirational" and heads to Erbil

2022-09-07 02:17

Shafaq News/ Assistant Foreign Minister Barbara Leaf concluded her visit to Baghdad with her meeting with the President of the Supreme Judicial Council, Judge Faiq Zaidan.

According to a post by the US ambassador to Baghdad, Leaf also met "30 inspiring women from LevelUp Launch."

He added that the US official "goed to Erbil to strengthen our partnership with the leaders and people of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq."

Earlier in the day, informed political sources revealed the reason behind the visit of the Assistant Secretary of State for Middle Eastern Affairs Barbara Leaf to Iraq and holding meetings for her with a number of Iraqi officials and leaders.