President Donald Trump met with Iraq’s new prime minister, Ali al Zaidi, at the White House on Tuesday after publicly backing his bid for office. The meeting follows strong support from Trump for al Zaidi, a political newcomer in Iraq.
The two leaders held a bilateral meeting to discuss matters of mutual interest, though details of those discussions have not been released. PBS Newshour and the Washington Examiner both reported that the meeting took place Tuesday morning. The Washington Examiner noted that Trump had previously applauded al Zaidi’s rise within the Middle East. No right-leaning sources beyond the Washington Examiner covered this event.
The White House visit comes as Iraq navigates a period of political transition, with al Zaidi assuming office recently. Trump's support for al Zaidi signals continued US engagement in Iraqi affairs and an interest in fostering a relationship with the new administration. The extent to which this meeting will shape future US-Iraq relations remains to be seen, particularly given the complex geopolitical dynamics of the region.
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