President Barzani Meets Iraqi National Congress Chief to Discuss Iraq’s Political Developments

They also stressed the importance of coordination, dialogue, and mutual understanding among Iraq’s political parties to help overcome challenges, resolve outstanding issues, and maintain political stability, the statement said.

President Masoud Barzani (right) during his meeting with Aras Habib, Secretary-General of the Iraqi National Congress, Aug. 20, 2026. (Photo: Barzani Headquarters)
President Masoud Barzani (right) during his meeting with Aras Habib, Secretary-General of the Iraqi National Congress, Aug. 20, 2026. (Photo: Barzani Headquarters)

ERBIL (Kurdistan24) – President Masoud Barzani received Aras Habib, Secretary-General of the Iraqi National Congress, in the Pirmam district of Erbil on Thursday, according to Barzani Headquarters.

The meeting focused on the latest political developments in Iraq and the wider region, with the two sides exchanging views on the challenges facing the country and the region.

They also stressed the importance of coordination, dialogue, and mutual understanding among Iraq’s political parties to help overcome challenges, resolve outstanding issues, and maintain political stability, the statement said.

The Iraqi National Congress was established in Vienna, Austria, in 1992 by Ahmad Chalabi and Aras Habib, with the backing of secular Feyli Kurdish dissidents. The organization was formed after the 1991 Persian Gulf War to coordinate the activities of various opposition groups seeking to challenge Saddam Hussein’s regime.

The meeting comes amid continued political discussions in Iraq over strengthening coordination among political forces and addressing the country’s internal and regional challenges.