Maliki Heads To Washington

BAGHDAD / NINA / Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki said he would discuss with U.S. officials in Washington a number of topics in the forefront is activating the strategic framework agreement. Maliki said in a press conference, held at Baghdad International Airport before his departure to Washington, that he would discuss with the US officials a number of issues, including the activation of the strategic framework agreement and the fight against terrorism and the Syrian crisis. / End