Tehran TimesIran-leaningJun 27, 2026, 5:46 PMIraq PM reaffirms good-neighborly relations with Iran
Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Ali Al-Zaidi, during his visit to Tehran, emphasized that Iraq's relationship with Iran is grounded in good-neighborly principles, mutual respect, and shared interests, highlighting the importance of maintaining strong bilateral ties. At the same time, he articulated Iraq's strategic vision to broaden its economic cooperation with the United States, especially in the context of the recent withdrawal of American troops from Iraq. This dual approach reflects Baghdad's aim to balance its diplomatic and economic relations with two influential powers in the region, positioning Iraq for increased stability and development in a post-American military presence era.
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TEHRAN– Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Ali Al-Zaidi has reaffirmed that Baghdad's relations with the Islamic Republic of Iran are founded on the principles of good-neighborliness, mutual respect, and shared interests, while outlining Iraq's vision for expanding economic cooperation with the United States following the conclusion of American military presence in the Arab country.