US Chargé d'Affaires Describes Coordination Framework Statement as Qualitative Leap for Iraq's Sovereignty

US Chargé d'Affaires in Baghdad, Joshua Harris, on Tuesday described the Coordination Framework statement as a qualitative leap towards solidifying Iraq's sovereignty. This statement was made during National Security Advisor Qassem al-Araji's reception of the US Chargé d'Affaires in Baghdad. The meeting covered overall regional and international situations, alongside recent developments. Discussions included commending the Coordination Framework's decision to support government efforts to restrict weapons to the state. It was emphasized that the statement serves as a roadmap for stability, preventing actions that undermine Iraq's security. The meeting also addressed continued cooperation and partnership between Iraq and the United States, aiming to advance bilateral relations based on mutual interests. Al-Araji reaffirmed Iraq's firm stance on regional conflicts, stressing adherence to a peaceful resolution guided by international norms and diplomacy. The US Chargé d'Affaires confirmed the US government and President Trump's support for the Iraqi government. He highlighted US advocacy for a fully sovereign and independent Iraq, where economy and development drive national progress and populace well-being. Finally, Harris reiterated his support for initiatives to restrict weapons to state control, characterizing the Coordination Framework statement as a "qualitative leap towards solidifying independence and sovereignty for Iraq's promising future."