US chargé d'affaires in Baghdad discusses expanding military ties with Iraqi Army Chief

Talks focused on broadening Baghdad-Washington military cooperation and continuing coordination to bolster Iraq's security and stability, with Washington signaling ongoing support for shared interests.

Published: Sep 21, 2026, 03:36 PMUpdated: Sep 21, 2026, 03:36 PM
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US chargé d'affaires in Baghdad discusses expanding military ties with Iraqi Army Chief
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IRNA, citing Al-Rasheed TV, reports that the U.S. chargé d'affaires in Baghdad met Iraqi Army Chief General Abdul Amir Rashid Yarallah to discuss expanding military ties and reaffirm Washington's willingness to continue cooperation with Iraqi forces.

Tehran – IRNA reported, citing Al-Rasheed TV, that the U.S. chargé d'affaires in Baghdad met with Iraqi Army Chief General Abdul Amir Rashid Yarallah. The discussions focused on developing military relations and cooperation between Baghdad and Washington, and on the importance of ongoing bilateral coordination to strengthen the capabilities of Iraq's armed forces and support security and stability in the country. The U.S. envoy also stressed Washington's willingness to continue cooperation and coordination with Iraqi military authorities to advance the two countries' shared interests.