WASHINGTON: Iraq has announced its readiness to play a mediating role between the United States and Iran as part of a diplomatic effort aimed at ending the war and paving the way for renewed dialogue, with Baghdad expressing its willingness to help bridge differences, particularly on economic issues. Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein told Asharq’s Washington bureau chief, Hiba Nasr, that Prime Minister Mohammed Ali Al-Zaidi will visit Iran on July 23 following his visit to the United States.

WASHINGTON: Iraq has announced its readiness to play a mediating role between the United States and Iran as part of a diplomatic effort aimed at ending the war and paving the way…

US allows Iraq to mediate talks with Iran amid rising tensions. Diplomatic meeting by July 31, 2026 at 12.5% YES; by August 31, 2026 at 44.5% YES.