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Sudani in Washington: Iraq’s Strategic Balancing Act


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Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani is preparing for a

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high-stakes visit to Washington — just days before the U.S. elections. 🇮🇶🇺🇸

After months of tense silence, a phone call between Sudani and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio reopened diplomatic channels. The conversation focused on oil exports, U.S. business deals, and the long-standing issue of armed factions inside Iraq.

Sudani’s trip could signal a political breakthrough — or a delicate gamble. The U.S. demands disarmament of Iran-backed militias, while Baghdad seeks to protect its sovereignty and economic interests.

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This episode dives deep into:

  • What triggered the thaw in Iraq-U.S. relations

  • How Trump’s handshake with Sudani changed the tone

  • Why the “armed factions” issue still blocks full cooperation

  • What Washington wants from Iraq before the elections

  • How this visit could reshape Iraq’s global position

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