US Secretary of State confirms US support for Iraq in confronting terrorism

Baghdad (IraqiNews.com) Foreign Minister Hoshyar Zebari received a telephone call from the U.S. Secretary of State, John Kerry, and discussed a number of issues of common interest concerning promotion of peace and security in the country and the ongoing preparations for the elections, in addition to the Syrian crisis.

A statement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs received by IraqiNews.com cited “Mr. Kerry stressed support of the U.S. administration for the government’s efforts in the fight against terrorism.”

“For his part, Foreign Minister Zebari affirmed keenness and commitment of the government to provide the best atmosphere for holding the legislative elections, and to shift the security and political situation in Anbar province in favor of the democratic process,” the statement added.

“The Minister also reviewed repercussions of the Syrian crisis on the security and humanitarian situation in the country. Both sides agreed on continuing communication to exchange views on the latest developments in the region,” the statement concluded.