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Iraqi president, US top diplomat discuss Daesh/ISIS

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Iraqi president and U.S. secretary of state discussed cooperation in fight against Daesh/ISIS terror group over the phone, according to an official statement announced on Sunday.

Axar.az reports citing Turkish media.

Barham Salih and Mike Pompeo “agreed to have further joint cooperation and coordination to tackle terrorism to prevent the resurgence of ISIS jeopardizing international peace and security,” read a statement issued by the Iraqi Presidency.

Saturday’s phone conversation also addressed the latest developments on security and politics in the region and across the globe.

The two politicians also stressed the need to protect Iraq's sovereign rights and respecting its independent national decisions.

The statement added that the leaders underscored “restraint for a constructive dialogue” in dealing with crises.

Additionally, Pompeo tweeted after the phone conversation.

"Iraqi President Salih and I spoke again today about the important and enduring role of the Global Coalition in the fight against ISIS. Our commitment to de-escalation stands firm," he said.

Date
2020.01.19 / 20:34
Author
Axar.az
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