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POLITICS1d agoSyria hosts Iraqi PM for visit amid security challenges in north and southSyrian President Ahmad al Sharaa hosted Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al Zaidi in Damascus on October 28 for talks aimed at strengthening bilateral relations, expanding trade, and reviving energy cooperation. The historic visit came as Syria faces continuing security challenges, including a deadly Jordanian airstrike in the south, clashes with foreign jihadists in Idlib, and tensions surrounding the return of displaced Kurds in northern Syria. The post Syria hosts Iraqi PM for visit amid security challenges in north and south appeared first on FDD's Long War Journal.Long War Journal

POLITICS3d agoIraqi PM Ali al-Zaidi meets Ahmed al-Sharaa in historic Syria visitTalks focused on enhancing trade, reviving Baniyas oil pipeline and achieving stability through cooperation.Al Jazeera [en]

POLITICS4d agoIraq juggles border security and ties with Iran, Syria, and JordanIraqi Prime Minister Ali al Zaidi is seeking to strengthen border security and regional cooperation amid tensions with Iran over the closure of a key crossing in Iraq’s Maysan province, while also pursuing closer ties with Jordan and Syria. The developments come as Baghdad continues to face threats from Iranian-backed militias, concerns over instability along its borders, and challenges to bringing armed groups under state control. The post Iraq juggles border security and ties with Iran, Syria, and Jordan appeared first on FDD's Long War Journal.Long War Journal

POLITICS5d agoIraqi parliament approves most remaining cabinet appointments, including Iran-backed militia figuresLong War Journal

POLITICS6d agoIraqis mark seven years since Tishreen protests with reform demandsThousands gather in Tahrir Square to mark seven years since Iraq’s 2019 ‘Tishreen’ protests.Al Jazeera [en]