During his visit to Washington in the spring, Prime Minister of Iraq, Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, had high hopes of securing a much-needed economic development package and discussing shared strategic interests with the United States, a crucial international ally for Iraq.
However, upon his arrival in mid-April, the unfolding events in Iraq served as a stark reminder of the delicate balancing act the Iraqi prime minister faces. On the very day of his arrival, tensions escalated as Iran reportedly deployed drones and missiles to target Israel, highlighting the complex regional dynamics that continually influence Iraq’s political landscape.