Iraq PM visits Iran to discuss bilateral relations

Iraq’s new prime minister, Ali al-Zaidi, has concluded his first official visit to the U.S. and is now in Iran for diplomatic discussions. Al-Zaidi, a compromise candidate favored by the U.S., aims to balance Iraq’s relations with both the U.S. and Iran, despite their ongoing hostilities. His government is under pressure to manage Iran-aligned armed groups while pursuing economic partnerships with the U.S., all while striving for greater independence in Iraq’s foreign policy.

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