As stated by Principal Deputy Spokesperson Tommy Pigott:
Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke today with Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shiaa al-Sudani.
The Secretary and the Prime Minister discussed efforts to finalize U.S. commercial deals in Iraq. The Secretary congratulated the Prime Minister for resuming oil exports via the Iraq-Türkiye Pipeline, which will benefit Iraq, Türkiye, and American businesses. The Secretary highlighted the urgency in disarming Iran-backed militias that undermine Iraq's sovereignty, threaten the lives and businesses of Americans and Iraqis, and pilfer Iraqi resources for Iran. The Secretary reiterated the U.S. commitment to working closely with Iraqi partners to advance our shared interests: safeguarding Iraqi sovereignty, bolstering regional stability, and strengthening our economic ties.
