Iraq approves heavy weapons for Peshmerga, discusses security agreement with US, says Iraqi FM
Hussein also provided an update on the ongoing discussions between the Iraqi federal government and the US regarding a new security agreement. He indicated that while both parties are still negotiating specific points, an agreement could be reached soon.
ERBIL (Kurdistan24) – Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein announced on Tuesday that the Iraqi government has approved the provision of heavy weapons to the Peshmerga forces, reaffirming that there are no obstacles regarding the matter. Speaking to Kurdistan24 in New York, Hussein emphasized that the Iraqi Ministry of Defense has clarified there are no issues implementing the decision.
Hussein also provided an update on the ongoing discussions between the Iraqi federal government and the US regarding a new security agreement. He indicated that while both parties are still negotiating specific points, an agreement could be reached soon. "If we finalize the agreement, the statement will be released next week," the minister stated.
In addition to security matters, Hussein commented on recent economic discussions between Baghdad and Erbil. He confirmed that an Iraqi financial delegation recently visited Erbil to participate in meetings of the Economic Council. According to the foreign minister, the issues surrounding salary payments and budget allocations have been resolved, though he noted that delays were caused by bureaucratic processes in Baghdad.