President Barzani received the Turkish Defense Minister.

President Masoud Barzani met with Turkish Defense Minister Yasar Guler and his delegation, including Turkish General Metin Gurek and Turkish Ambassador to Iraq Ali Riza Guney, in Salahaddin on Wednesday.

The discussions encompassed the political landscape in the region, recent developments in the Middle East, the ongoing terrorism threat, and the diplomatic ties among Iraq, the Kurdistan Region, and Turkey. Emphasis was placed on the need for coordinated efforts between the three parties to foster stability, prosperity, and collaborative endeavors.

Furthermore, President Barzani and Minister Guler explored avenues for enhancing the bilateral relations between the Kurdistan Region and Turkiye.