Trump gives his blessing to Iraq’s new pick for prime minister and invites al-Zaidi to Washington
Trump signaled U.S. backing for businessman Ali al-Zaidi as Iraq’s next leader after weeks of deadlock over a compromise nominee.
- On Thursday, President Donald Trump called Iraqi Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zaidi to congratulate him on his nomination, extending a formal invitation to visit Washington after forming a government.
- Opposition from Trump regarding former Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki's bid prompted the Coordination Framework to pivot toward al-Zaidi, a businessman and political newcomer, after weeks of internal debate.
- Trump posted on Truth Social, hailing a "tremendous new chapter" and wishing al-Zaidi success in forming a government "free from terrorism" to deliver a "brighter future" for Iraq.
- Under the constitution, al-Zaidi has 30 days to present a cabinet lineup to parliament, which requires 167 votes to secure a vote of confidence and take office.
- Washington and Baghdad maintain significant security and economic ties, with bilateral trade topping $9 billion in 2024 and around 2,000 U.S. troops stationed in the country.
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He described his election as a "great victory"
The American president also invited Ali al-Zaidi to visit Washington during a phone call on Thursday, according to a statement from the Iraqi prime minister's media office.
Trump Congratulates Iraq’s Nominee for Prime Minister, Invites Him to Washington
U.S. President Donald Trump on April 30 congratulated Ali Faleh al-Zaidi on his nomination as the next prime minister of Iraq, according to a statement from the Iraqi prime minister’s office. During the call, Trump invited al-Zaidi to come to Washington for an official visit once the new Iraqi government is formed. “The call included a review of the strategic bilateral relations between Iraq and the United States, and ways to develop and strengt…
Can new Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al Zaidi meet Trump’s expectations?
President Donald Trump has set high expectations for Iraq’s newly designated prime minister, Ali al-Zaidi, expectations that reflect Washington’s long-standing hope for a stable, reliable partner in Baghdad. But Iraq’s reality is far more complicated. In Iraq, leadership is not just about capability — it is about constraint. And those constraints are built into the system itself. Al-Zaidi did not rise to power through a reform movement or popula…
NEWS HEADLINES: Trump endorses nomination of Iraqi PM-designate Ali al-Zaidi, hails future relationship between U.S. and Iraq – One America News Network
(Background) President Donald Trump answers questions on April 30, 2026 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Andrew Harnik/Getty Images) / (R) Iraqi Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zaidi. (Photo via: Iraqi Presidency Office) OAN Staff Addie Davis and Brooke Mallory6:09 PM – Thursday, April 30, 2026 President Donald Trump officially endorsed the nomination of Iraqi Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zaidi, signaling a potential turning point for diplomatic …
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