US embassy congratulates Iraq’s PM-designate, says hopes for peaceful future
The US embassy in Baghdad congratulated Ali al-Zaidi on his appointment as Iraq's prime minister-designate on April 29, 2026, expressing hope for a peaceful and secure future. Zaidi's nomination by President Nizar Amedi on April 27 followed months of political deadlock and US pressure to block the return of former prime minister Nouri al-Maliki. The US has urged Iraq to form a government that upholds sovereignty and disarms Iran-backed groups operating in the country.
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US embassy congratulates Iraq’s PM-designate, says hopes for peaceful futureSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxIraq’s President Nizar Amedi nominated businessman Ali al-Zaidi (pictured) as prime minister-designate on April 27.PHOTO: REUTERSPublished Apr 29, 2026, 03:20 PMUpdated Apr 29, 2026, 03:20 PMBAGHDAD – The US embassy in Baghdad congratulated Iraq’s new prime minister-designate Ali al-Zaidi on April 29, after Washington’s interference scuppered the chances of former candidate Nouri al-Maliki.“US Mission Iraq extends its best wishes to Prime Minister-Designate Ali al-Zaidi as he works to form a government capable of fulfilling the hopes of all Iraqis for a brighter and more peaceful future,” the embassy posted on X.
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