President Nechirvan Barzani held a meeting with Major General Joel B. Vowell, Commander of the Combined Joint Task Force-Operation Inherent Resolve, and his delegation on Thursday afternoon. The focus of the discussion was on the security and military situation in the wider region, as well as joint cooperation and coordination efforts.

During the meeting, also attended by Shoresh Ismail, Minister of Peshmerga Affairs, an overview of the coalition’s work and activities in the region was presented with both parties acknowledging the ongoing threat posed by ISIS forces in Iraq and the broader region. The significance of sustained collaboration between the coalition, the Iraqi army, and the Peshmerga forces in effectively combating these perils was underscored by both parties.

Furthermore, the meeting addressed the latest developments in the reform process of the Ministry of Peshmerga. Both sides reiterated the significance of maintaining the momentum of these reform steps and expressed their support towards achieving the desired goals.

Additionally, various issues related to the regional situation, military coordination, and cooperation in the fight against terrorism and its prevention were discussed during the meeting.