Iraq denies coordination on US-Saudi attack

Fox News' quoting of Trump of coordination with Iraq was not repeated in any future statements from the Trump administration, but was never denied either.

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President Barzani, Halbousi discuss Erbil-Baghdad ties

The statement from Halbousi’s office also mentioned that Barzani and Halbousi emphasized the need to boost cooperation among the political forces “to support the federal government in implementing its program.”

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Iraqi PM vows to continue anti-corruption efforts without selectivity

“Those involved in corruption have no option but to return the stolen funds, as these are the funds of the Iraqi people.”

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Iraqi PM determined to press ahead with weapons control, anti-corruption reforms: Govt. spox

”Iraq is in dire need today of a completely stable internal environment and a safe and attractive climate for foreign investments,” the spokesperson added.

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Erbil, Baghdad reach draft agreement on ASYCUDA customs system

Iraqi Finance Minister Faleh al-Sari praised the reaching of a draft, saying in a statement that "unifying customs systems with the Kurdistan Region is a strategic step aimed at increasing revenues, strengthening oversight and reducing smuggling."

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Kurdish civil servant salaries ‘red line’: Deputy speaker

Atrushi said that Erbil has never shirked its obligations toward Baghdad, noting that the previous government’s so-called “flexibility” is a constitutional commitment, not a violation of the law.

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Coordination Framework affirms support for new government

The Iraqi parliament approved Zaidi's government program in a May 14 session, ratifying the appointment of 14 of 23 ministerial candidates.

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Erbil, Baghdad to hold renewed talks on financial disputes

The New Region has learned that a delegation from Baghdad is also set to visit Erbil in the coming days, aiming to address the same issues.

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Strengthening national sovereignty leads new Iraqi cabinet’s agenda: Spox

“Iraq is a fully sovereign country, and its supreme authority is not subject to internal wills or external dictates,” Aboudi said.

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