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He said he would work to support counter-IS surveillance and coordination with Syria’s al-Tanf base.
He added that other U.S. locations are also “phasing down headcount and operations.”
“We put Iraq first and we do not intend to act on anyone’s behalf.” “Iraq will not become a battleground for conflict.”
“Iran is an important and influential country that should be treated with respect and through direct dialogue.”
Tensions continue between Baghdad and the United States over the presence of Iranian-backed militias in Iraq.
Iraq’s parliament is considering a bill to strengthen ties between the military and the PMF, drawing opposition from the US government.
Iraq is preparing for parliamentary elections next month that will decide whether al-Sudani will seek a second term.
“Armed groups that have transformed into political groups have the constitutional right to participate in these elections,” the prime minister said.
Additional sources of information • AP