U.S. Vice President Joe Biden telephoned Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki on Friday to express concern over the recent rise in violence, including bombings.

The White House says Biden pledged continued U.S. support for Iraq in its fight against terrorism. A statement says Biden and Maliki agreed on the importance of reaching out to all political leaders in Iraq and the need for a negotiated end to Syria’s civil war.

On Thursday, Biden spoke to Iraqi Kurdistan President Masud Barzani … [Read More]

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Source: VOA News: War and Conflict