Obama confers with Iraqi PM on political, security situation in Iraq

US President Barack Obama spoke on Friday by phone with Iraqi Prime Minister Haidar Abadi to discuss the political and security situation in Iraq and underscore the US enduring support for Iraq in its fight against Daesh terrorists, according to a statement of the White House.

The US president commended the recent progress that Iraqi forces have made against Daesh in Bayji and welcomed the ongoing campaign to isolate Daesh in Ramadi, noting that the United States in partnership with the Iraqi government will intensify support for the Iraqi Security Forces in these efforts.

Obama also voiced support for Prime Minister Abadi's leadership in his efforts to combat corruption and implement governance reforms critical to promoting Iraq's political stability and economic prosperity.

The two leaders noted their full support for the US-led Global Coalition to Counter Daesh, emphasizing that both the United States and Iraq are fully committed to partnering with the international community to degrade and ultimately destroy Daesh.

They also reaffirmed their commitment to the strategic partnership between the US and Iraq

Source: MENA