Miniature Iraqi and U.S. flags displayed during a bilateral meeting.
US Embassy congratulates PM-designate Zaidi
BAGHDAD — The U.S. Embassy in Baghdad congratulated Prime Minister-designate Ali al-Zaidi on Tuesday, expressing support for efforts to form a government capable of fulfilling Iraqi aspirations.
“U.S. 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 said, adding that Washington stands “in solidarity with the Iraqi people aspiring to the shared objectives of safeguarding Iraq’s sovereignty, promoting security free from terrorism, and building a prosperous future.”
Al-Zaidi was nominated Monday by the Coordination Framework after months of deadlock following the November 2025 parliamentary elections. The framework had initially nominated former Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki, triggering internal divisions and strong U.S. opposition, with Washington warning it could reconsider support for Iraq if Maliki returned to power.