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Sudani, Talibani Discuss Elections in Kurdistan Region

Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Al-Sudani met Monday with the President of the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan, Bafel Talabani, in Baghdad
Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Al-Sudani met Monday with the President of the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan, Bafel Talabani, in Baghdad
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Sudani, Talibani Discuss Elections in Kurdistan Region

Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Al-Sudani met Monday with the President of the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan, Bafel Talabani, in Baghdad
Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Al-Sudani met Monday with the President of the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan, Bafel Talabani, in Baghdad

Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Al-Sudani discussed Monday with the President of the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan, Bafel Talabani, the current state of the country and the Parliament elections for the Kurdistan Region of Iraq amid the ongoing disputes between the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP) and the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan (PUK).

“Al-Sudani met with Talabani in Baghdad, during which they emphasized the support of all political forces for the government's program and its list of priorities aimed at benefiting all Iraqis,” the media office of the Prime Minister said.

The two officials also highlighted the importance of relying on the constitution to address national issues and resolve political differences through constructive dialogue.

The meeting stressed the significance of political consensus to successfully fulfill the political commitments, such as the Parliament elections for the Kurdistan Region of Iraq.

This approach aims to strengthen the democratic experience and foster political stability across the nation, the statement added.

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Lebanon’s New PM Sees Positive Atmosphere in Cabinet Formation Talks

This handout picture provided by the press office of the Lebanese presidency shows Lebanon's Prime Minister-designate Nawaf Salam speaking to the media at the presidential palace in Baabda, east of Beirut on January 17, 2025. (Lebanese Presidency / Handout/ AFP
This handout picture provided by the press office of the Lebanese presidency shows Lebanon's Prime Minister-designate Nawaf Salam speaking to the media at the presidential palace in Baabda, east of Beirut on January 17, 2025. (Lebanese Presidency / Handout/ AFP
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Lebanon’s New PM Sees Positive Atmosphere in Cabinet Formation Talks

This handout picture provided by the press office of the Lebanese presidency shows Lebanon's Prime Minister-designate Nawaf Salam speaking to the media at the presidential palace in Baabda, east of Beirut on January 17, 2025. (Lebanese Presidency / Handout/ AFP
This handout picture provided by the press office of the Lebanese presidency shows Lebanon's Prime Minister-designate Nawaf Salam speaking to the media at the presidential palace in Baabda, east of Beirut on January 17, 2025. (Lebanese Presidency / Handout/ AFP

Lebanese Prime Minister-designate Nawaf Salam said on Friday the formation of a new government would not be delayed, indicating a very positive atmosphere in discussions over its composition.

Salam was nominated by a majority of lawmakers on Monday to form the new government, although he did not win the backing of the Shiite parties Hezbollah and the Amal Movement, led by parliament Speaker Nabih Berri.

"The atmosphere is more than positive among all the blocs and today from Speaker Berri," Salam said, speaking to reporters after a meeting with President Joseph Aoun, who was elected by parliament on Jan. 9.

Berri, a close Hezbollah ally, said on Friday he held a "promising meeting" with Salam.

The Iran-backed Hezbollah and Amal had wanted the incumbent Prime Minister Najib Mikati to stay in the post, but a majority of lawmakers opted for Salam, who formerly served as president of the International Court of Justice.

Government formation discussions are often protracted in Lebanon, due to bartering among its sectarian factions over cabinet positions.