Baghdad: Head of the Progress Party, Mohammed al-Halbousi, received General David Petraeus, the former Director of the US Central Intelligence Agency and former Commander of the International Coalition forces in Iraq, along with his delegation, for discussions on Tuesday.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, the meeting focused on bilateral relations between Iraq and the United States, emphasizing the importance of strengthening strategic cooperation across various fields to benefit both nations. Discussions also covered the current situation in Iraq, highlighting progress in security and service sectors.

Additionally, the meeting addressed regional and international developments and their potential impact on the broader region.