Trump’s envoy: Pursuing militias and strengthening Iraq’s security is a US priority
Mark Savaya, President Donald Trump’s envoy to Iraq, affirmed on Monday his commitment to pursuing “militias” and enhancing Iraq’s security and stability.
Savaya said in a statement posted on his X account that he had a “very successful” meeting with Tulsi Gabbard, Director of National Intelligence, and Joe Kent, Director of the National Counterterrorism Center at the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (@ODNIgov), during which a range of critical issues related to matters he had previously raised were discussed.
Savaya explained that the discussions included the role of Iranian-backed militias and their associated networks, stressing the importance of maintaining and building upon the Iraqi government’s efforts over the past year, particularly in securing the borders, combating smuggling and corruption, and strengthening state authority.
He affirmed that, “under the leadership of President Donald Trump,” he is fully committed to uncovering and prosecuting any violations wherever they occur, and to working to achieve stability in Iraq and ensure its security, in a way that serves Iraq’s sovereignty and the well-being of the Iraqi people.
Savaya concluded by saying, “The Iraqi people will make Iraq great again.”
Shafaq.com