Senator Lindsey Graham was in Iraq to visit US troops on the occasion of America's independence day on July 4. AFP
Senator Lindsey Graham was in Iraq to visit US troops on the occasion of America's independence day on July 4. AFP
Senator Lindsey Graham was in Iraq to visit US troops on the occasion of America's independence day on July 4. AFP
Senator Lindsey Graham was in Iraq to visit US troops on the occasion of America's independence day on July 4. AFP

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US senator Lindsey Graham meets Iraqi PM Mustafa Al Kadhimi in Baghdad

The conservative American politician has argued for a continued US presence in Iraq

The National

July 05, 2022

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US Senator Lindsey Graham was in Baghdad on Monday for a meeting with Prime Minister Mustafa Al Kadhimi.

The Republican politician, who called for additional US reinforcements to Iraq in 2015 to fight ISIS and an increase in the US presence from 3,000 to 10,000 personnel, said he was there to visit American forces on his country's independence day on July 4.

Iraq said discussions would focus on security co-operation with the US, with reconstruction aid a the top of the agenda.

Since the near defeat of ISIS in 2017, the US has slightly reduced its military footprint in Iraq and there are about 2,500 US troops remaining, alongside several small contingents from other countries, training Iraqi forces in the continuing fight against the remnants of the extremist group.

Iraqi Federal Police are sent into agricultural areas in Kirkuk province to protect farmers harvesting wheat, a day after extremists killed six as they worked in their fields. Photos: Iraqi Federal Police
Iraqi Federal Police are sent into agricultural areas in Kirkuk province to protect farmers harvesting wheat, a day after extremists killed six as they worked in their fields. Photos: Iraqi Federal Police
Iraqi authorities said ISIS was responsible for killing the harvest workers in Kirkuk and the extremists were emboldened by the cover of dust storms sweeping the country.
Iraqi authorities said ISIS was responsible for killing the harvest workers in Kirkuk and the extremists were emboldened by the cover of dust storms sweeping the country.
The Iraqi authorities say tracking the killers of the farmers from the air was difficult as dust restricted visibility and helicopters are vulnerable to sand and dust.
The Iraqi authorities say tracking the killers of the farmers from the air was difficult as dust restricted visibility and helicopters are vulnerable to sand and dust.
The Iraqi Interior Ministry sent Federal Police to Kirkuk province. ISIS claimed it killed five Shiites who were harvesting wheat.
The Iraqi Interior Ministry sent Federal Police to Kirkuk province. ISIS claimed it killed five Shiites who were harvesting wheat.
Iraqi Federal Police are sent to Kirkuk to protect field workers harvesting wheat. The killing of farmers is not new. Some attacks are blamed on extremist groups, while others appeared to have been the result of vendettas.
Iraqi Federal Police are sent to Kirkuk to protect field workers harvesting wheat. The killing of farmers is not new. Some attacks are blamed on extremist groups, while others appeared to have been the result of vendettas.
Iraqi Federal Police on duty in Kirkuk after farmers were killed. President Barham Salih says the attacks were “villainous attempts to strike at stability and security”.
Iraqi Federal Police on duty in Kirkuk after farmers were killed. President Barham Salih says the attacks were “villainous attempts to strike at stability and security”.
The job of security forces in Iraq has been made harder by extremes of weather. Videos shared by agencies on social media show soldiers near the Syria border struggling to cope with heavy dust storms.
The job of security forces in Iraq has been made harder by extremes of weather. Videos shared by agencies on social media show soldiers near the Syria border struggling to cope with heavy dust storms.

“It is a great day to be an American and spend time with the brave men and women who keep us safe,” Mr Graham said on Twitter.

The Iraqi prime minister's office said that during the meeting, Mr Al Kadhimi “welcomed the delegation and expressed willingness to strengthen bilateral relations and ways to develop the relations in economic, cultural and educational areas, in such a way that serves the interest of the Iraqi and American peoples”.

Last week, USAID, the main US government aid and reconstruction agency, requested about $160 million for projects currently being developed in Iraq.

“The requested funds will support inclusive economic growth programming, encourage the development of strong democratic institutions and processes, and assist the government of Iraq in responding to shocks like Covid-19 and the climate crisis,” the US government said.

It said the funds were also being spent to assist communities “recovering from the devastation caused by ISIS, including women, youth and marginalised populations” disproportionately affected by the conflict.

Iraq's government said that during the meeting, Mr Graham affirmed Washington's unlimited commitment to providing long-term assistance to Iraq, and support enabling the Middle East country to address its security, economic, and social priorities.

The US senator was also due to meet Iraqi President Barham Salih and Parliamentary Speaker Mohammed Al Halbousi later on Monday.

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Tenants also require a letter of no objection from their landlord before being allowed to list the property.

There is a cost of Dh1,590 before starting the process, with an additional licence fee of Dh300 per bedroom being rented in your home for the duration of the rental, which ranges from three months to a year.

Anyone hoping to list a property for rental must also provide a copy of their title deeds and Ejari, as well as their Emirates ID.

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Juventus 2 (Bonucci 36, Ronaldo 90 6)

Genoa 1 (Kouame 40)

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Eddie Ntkeiah 51'

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Asylum seekers and their families can be housed in temporary accommodation while their claim is assessed.

The Home Office provides the accommodation, meaning asylum seekers cannot choose where they live.

When there is not enough housing, the Home Office can move people to hotels or large sites like former military bases.

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