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Iraq's New PM Seeks U.S. Partnership | Birmingham News
Iraq’s new Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi is set to meet President Trump in a high-stakes diplomatic push aimed at reshaping U.S.-Iraq relations — with Iran, militias, and economic revival at the core. Trump, who previously clashed with predecessor Maliki, is eager to usher in a new era of stability and prosperity, while pressing Iraq to rein in Iran-backed groups threatening U.S. bases. Al-Zaidi’s visit also signals a bid to lure American investment into Iraq’s oil and infrastructure sectors, bringing business leaders along for a shot at rebuilding the economy — all while navigating a volatile…
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