AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoBaghdad–Riyadh Ties: Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi told Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman that Iraq would not allow its territory to be used for attacks on Saudi Arabia or other neighbors. He condemned the strike on Riyadh’s airport as the two leaders discussed security cooperation. Cabinet: Parliament is set to vote Thursday on filling vacant ministerial posts, months after Zaidi took office with nine ministries unfilled. Security: Two Iraqi military personnel, including a brigadier general, were killed by an explosive device while inspecting an ISIS hideout in Kirkuk. The blast follows another recent attack in the area and raises concern over militant activity after the US-led coalition’s withdrawal. Economy: The IMF projects Iraq’s economy will contract 16% this year. In talks with the Fund, Finance Minister Faleh Sari said the government aims to reduce oil dependence, advance reforms and limit the impact of regional disruption.
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