Trump Threatens to Destroy Iran as Iraq Seeks Neutrality
The US President suggests military escalation while Baghdad works to prevent its territory from being used for attacks against neighbors.
President Donald Trump declared that the United States may need to destroy what remains of Iran. He stated that the public will learn more details soon regarding the progression of military actions.
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi spoke with Trump by phone to discuss regional security. The government in Baghdad emphasized that it will not allow its territory to serve as a launchpad for attacks against neighboring nations.
Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein warned that a new escalation would be disastrous for the country. He urged local armed groups not to participate in Iranian retaliations to prevent the nation from becoming a battlefield.
Since the conflict began in February, Iraq has suffered losses exceeding 60 billion dollars in oil revenue. The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has halted about 90 percent of the country's oil exports.
Regional mediators led by Qatar have intensified diplomatic efforts to seek an interim agreement. The goal is to end hostilities between Washington and Tehran before the situation worsens.
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