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Iraqi national security adviser discusses Iranian opposition in Kurdistan

Political analyst Wathiq Al-Jabri explains the reasons behind the Iraqi national security adviser's visit to Erbil, including talks on Iranian opposition groups.

Iraqi national security adviser discusses Iranian opposition in Kurdistan

Political analyst Wathiq Al-Jabri shed light on the purpose of Iraqi National Security Adviser Qasim Al-Aboudi's trip to Erbil. During a conversation with Al Arabiya FM, Al-Jabri elaborated on the agenda for the security delegation's visit. The primary focus of the meeting centered around the presence of Iranian opposition groups within the Kurdistan region.

Security concerns were also at the forefront of discussions, encompassing drone attacks and assaults on bases in Kurdistan. The delegation sought to explore mechanisms for implementing the security accord between Iraq and Iran, while also addressing the protection of oil pipelines to alleviate fuel shortages in the region. Additional subjects of conversation included disarmament initiatives and the withdrawal of US forces from Iraq.

Prime Minister Ali Faleh Al-Zaidi had directed National Security Adviser Al-Aboudi to lead a high-ranking security team to Erbil, following a series of drone attacks that targeted three camps housing Iranian Kurdish opposition groups near Erbil.

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