Iraqi Defence Minister Discusses Closer Cooperation With US Chargé d’Affaires

Iraqi Defence Minister Nayef Makif al-Shammari held talks with Stephen Fagin, the US Embassy’s chargé d’affaires in Iraq, on strengthening bilateral cooperation.

The discussions focused on enhancing ties between Baghdad and Washington, with the two officials reviewing cooperation between their countries.

Al-Shammari represented Iraq’s defence ministry in the talks, while Fagin participated in his capacity as the US mission’s chargé d’affaires.

The brief account of the meeting did not specify proposals discussed or announce any agreements resulting from the talks.