Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Al-Zaidy has stated that the completion of the U.S. troop withdrawal from Iraq will eliminate the justifications used by armed groups operating under the guise of 'resistance'. He emphasized that there "will be no reason or need for any form of resistance in Iraq" once the American military presence is concluded.
In his first media interview since taking office, Al-Zaidy noted that the government has made significant progress in consolidating weapons under state control. He confirmed that most armed factions have already begun handing over their weapons to official institutions, a move designed to strengthen state authority and solidify security stability.
The Prime Minister highlighted that the relationship with the United States is transitioning to a new phase focused on economic and investment cooperation rather than military partnership. He believes this shift reflects the changing priorities of Iraq moving forward.
Regarding internal affairs, Al-Zaidy asserted that combating corruption is a top priority for his administration. He announced the launch of practical measures across various ministries and government bodies aimed at cutting off sources of corruption, thereby enhancing transparency and efficiency in managing state institutions.
These comments come as the Iraqi government seeks to bolster political and security stability, reprioritize its economic and developmental goals, and implement reforms targeting state institutions to improve public services and support developmental pathways.