Maliki and Talabani agree on a “common factor” to establish a “new phase” in Iraq

The head of the coalition of state law, Nuri al – Maliki, received in his office, Monday, the deputy head of the Kurdistan Regional Government Kebad Talabani and the delegation accompanying him.

During the meeting, they discussed all the issues on the political and security scene, and the ongoing dialogues in the Kurdistan Region to form a regional government, according to a statement by Maliki’s office.

“The two sides exchanged views on the political situation and the need to find a common understanding that brings together the political forces, in order to establish a new phase, which is one of its components political and security stability,” according to the statement.

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BGG ~ While this is a little troubling that anyone, anywhere is talking to Maliki – keep in mind, this is just a visit by Talabani to the Baghdad area and this was only one stop on long list. I doubt it was a very important stop… however, Maliki may still hold some political sway over parts of the political machine. The good news? The Kurds are fully engaged with the central government right now. This is very good news.