Putin to discuss Middle East situation with Iraqi Prime Minister

(Patria) - Russian President Vladimir Putin will discuss the situation in the Middle East with Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia' Al Sudani during his official visit to Moscow, TASS reported.

The meeting is planned to cover the development of multifaceted Russian-Iraqi cooperation, as well as current international agenda issues, primarily the situation in the Middle East.

Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov previously reported that in addition to discussions, Putin and Al Sudani are scheduled to meet over a working breakfast.

Furthermore, during his visit to Moscow, the Iraqi Prime Minister will attend the plenary session of the Russian Energy Week forum, which will be held on Wednesday. The Russian leader will also attend the event.

Putin previously stated that the Russian side welcomes the Iraqi Prime Minister's visit, considers it timely, and has no doubt about its productivity. Speaking at the plenary session of the Valdai Discussion Club, he emphasized that Moscow and Baghdad have maintained the closest, most intimate, and confidential relations for decades. According to the head of state, Russia seeks stability in Iraq, which would be the basis for the development of the economic and social spheres in the country.

Putin highlighted that Iraq and Russia have many issues of common interest, particularly in the energy sector. The development of economic cooperation, as well as issues of regional security and security within Iraq itself, will be considered during the meeting between the President and the Iraqi Prime Minister.

The upcoming talks will be the first meeting between Putin and Al Sudani. The previously planned visit and discussions will take place in the context of the escalating situation in the Middle East.