Maliki: Iraq welcomes any possible proximity with Turkey

Baghdad (IraqiNews.com) The Premier, Nouri al-Maliki, pointed out on Friday “Iraq welcomes any possible proximity in relations with Turkey.”

A statement by Maliki’s office received by IraqiNews.com cited “In response to a question over any possible proximity with Turkey, Maliki said that Iraq welcomes any step in this direction based on mutual interests and respect.”