US EditionTrump 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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President Trump Approves Iraq’s New Prime Minister After Rejecting Previous Candidate
U.S. President Donald Trump called Iraq’s new prime minister-designate Thursday and extended an invitation for him to visit Washington once he has successfully formed a government, the Iraqi prime minister’s office said in a statement. Trump then posted on his social media platform Truth Social congratulating Ali al-Zaidi and wishing him “success as he works […]
US President Donald Trump initiated a telephone call with Iraqi Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zaidi to offer his official congratulations on his appointment to form the new government, extending an invitation for him to visit Washington, D.C., as soon as he completes his constitutional duties in forming his cabinet.
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Trump gives his blessing to Iraq's new pick for prime minister and invites al-Zaidi to Washington
U.S. President Donald Trump has called Iraq’s new prime minister-designate Ali al-Zaidi and invited him to visit Washington once he forms a government.
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