In a significant 2026 political development, Nechirvan Barzani and Mohammed al-Halbousi confirmed their commitment to overcoming past differences and fostering a new partnership. The meeting, held in Baghdad, focused on strategic cooperation between the Kurdistan Region and Sunni political blocs.
Official sources stated that this rapprochement aims to expedite the formation of a cohesive government, reflecting a broader consensus among Iraq's key political stakeholders.