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U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in Baghdad on an unannounced visit and held talks with Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani.
During the meeting, al-Sudani emphasized Iraq’s support for Syria’s security and reconstruction efforts, highlighting the importance of inclusive governance that represents all Syrian communities, according to a statement from the prime minister’s office.
Blinken reiterated the United States’ commitment to Iraq’s security and called for enhanced efforts to strengthen the country’s sovereignty and stability. He also stressed the need to protect minorities in Syria and ensure that the next Syrian government is inclusive.
The visit to Baghdad follows Blinken’s trip to Ankara on December 12, where he met with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan.
The primary focus of Blinken’s regional tour is the future of Syria following the fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime, with discussions centering on security, governance, and reconstruction efforts.