Baghdad: The United States of America has resumed operations at its Embassy in Baghdad and its Consulate in Erbil as the state of emergency in Iraq and the Kurdistan Region has been lifted.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, the US State Department announced that its employees have returned to work, marking the end of the emergency measures that were previously in place. The decision reflects a shift in the security and operational environment in the region, allowing for the resumption of standard diplomatic activities.

The return of employees to these diplomatic missions signifies a step towards normalizing relations and engagement in Iraq and the Kurdistan Region. The US State Department's statement highlights the importance of continued diplomatic presence and cooperation in the region.