Dec 13, 2011, 8:25 PM

U.S. troop pullout will help foster Iraq’s independence: Iran

U.S. troop pullout will help foster Iraq’s independence: Iran

TEHRAN, Dec. 13 (MNA) – Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council Saeed Jalili says the pullout of U.S. troops from Iraq will definitely help Baghdad to promote its independence and strengthen its might.

The departure of United States’ troops from Iraq will also pave the way for the progress and prosperity of the Iraqi nation, Jalili told Ammar Hakim, leader of the Islamic Supreme Council of Iraq, in a meeting in Tehran on Tuesday.

He also commented on Iraq’s great potential and capabilities and expressed hope that the people of the country would regain their status in the international arena through preserving their unity.

Iraq’s stability is important to the Islamic Republic and Tehran is keen to promote cooperation with Baghdad in all spheres, the top security official pointed out.

During the meeting, Hakim appreciated the Islamic Republic’s role in supporting the Iraqi nation and government.

MJH/PA
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