Al-Maliki meets U.S. congressional delegation

BAGHDAD / IraqiNews.com: Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki held on Tuesday a meeting with a U.S. Congressional delegation, led by Senator John McCain, according to an official statement. “Al-Maliki discussed with a delegation of U.S. congress, led by Senator John McCain, the development of bilateral relations and the ongoing political process,” said the statement received by IraqiNews.com news agency. “The premier underlined the importance of boosting ties with Washington in all fields, and the signed strategic agreement,” it added. “We are keen to form a government of national unity, which includes all political blocs,” the statement quoted the premier as saying. SH (P) 1