Baghdad:Prime Minister Ali Faleh al-Zaidi and US President’s Special Envoy to Iraq Tom Barrack have underscored the necessity of intensifying diplomatic efforts to mitigate tensions and manage crises.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, the Prime Minister’s Media Office released a statement detailing that Al-Zaidi met with Barak on Thursday evening. The discussions focused on the bilateral relations between Iraq and the United States, exploring ways to enhance the partnership between the two nations, and increasing cooperation in economic and investment spheres to promote mutual interests and support developmental progress.

Additionally, the meeting addressed regional developments, challenges to security and stability, and stressed the importance of diplomatic initiatives to ease tensions, manage crises, and avert the escalation of conflicts.