Tue, 21-Oct-2025

Iraq PM on imminent Riyadh, Tehran visit in mediation bid

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Iraq has hosted five rounds of talks between the two regional rivals, who have not had diplomatic relations since 2016. Iraqi PM Mustafa al-Kadhemi stated in April that “reconciliation is near” between Riyadh and Tehran. The visits are not related to internal Iraqi political affairs, a source said. Iraqi Prime Minister Mustafa al-Kadhemi is scheduled … Read more

Iraq PM calls for calm after drone attack on his residence

BAGHDAD: Iraq’s Prime Minister Mustafa al-Kadhemi said he was unhurt and appealed for “calm and restraint” after a drone attack on his residence early Sunday as political tensions mounted in the country. The attack in Baghdad’s Green Zone was the first to target the residence of Kadhemi, who has been in power since May 2020, … Read more