Tom Barrack, U.S. President Donald Trump’s envoy to Syria, revealed details of his discussions with Iraq’s outgoing Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al‑Sudani during his visit to Baghdad. The two sides discussed bilateral relations, regional developments, and the need to support stability in the region and in Syria. They also agreed on the importance of dialogue, diplomatic conflict resolution, and enhancing economic cooperation to support development. Al‑Sudani emphasized addressing the root causes of regional challenges.

Barrack began his schedule with a direct meeting with al‑Sudani amid heightened regional tensions, particularly U.S. threats to strike Iran.

In a post on X, Barrack wrote, "I discussed with the Iraqi Prime Minister the goals of building a future aligned with President Trump’s plan for peace in the region.”

Barrack told al‑Sudani that “having effective leadership that adopts policies to strengthen stability in Iraq and for its people is essential to achieving shared goals.”

Al‑Sudani and Barrack also reviewed bilateral relations between Iraq and the United States, the overall situation in the region, and Iraq’s efforts to support regional stability—especially in Syria.

The meeting included an exchange of views on preventing regional escalation, the importance of dialogue and diplomatic channels to resolve disputes, and exploring opportunities for economic cooperation and long‑term development that reinforces stability.

Al‑Sudani stressed the need to address deep‑rooted problems by tackling their underlying causes and preventing aggression or violations of the sovereignty of countries and peoples in the region.

For his part, Barrack highlighted the important role Iraq plays in helping resolve regional issues, reducing tensions, supporting dialogue, and combating terrorism, according to the statement.