Secretary Rubio spoke with Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shiaa al-Sudani on March 9, according to Principal Deputy Spokesperson Tommy Pigott. During the call, Secretary Rubio condemned terrorist attacks by Iran and Iran-aligned militia groups in Iraq, including incidents in the Iraq Kurdistan Region.
The conversation highlighted ongoing concerns about the safety of U.S. diplomatic personnel and facilities in Iraq. Both officials agreed on the importance of the Iraqi government taking all possible measures to protect these individuals and locations.
Pigott said that Secretary Rubio and Prime Minister al-Sudani reiterated their commitment to safeguarding U.S. interests amid ongoing regional tensions.
The discussion comes as part of continued bilateral engagement between the United States and Iraq, focusing on security cooperation and diplomatic relations.
Looking ahead, both sides indicated they would maintain close communication regarding security challenges facing U.S. personnel in Iraq.
