Trump congratulates Iraq PM-designate, hails ‘new chapter’ with US

President Donald Trump makes a gesture as he checks on the progress on the work on the West Colonnade at the White House off the Rose Garden, Apr. 30, 2026, in Washington. (AP)

US President Donald Trump congratulated Iraq’s new prime minister Ali Al-Zaidi on Thursday, saying his nomination heralded a “tremendous new chapter” between the two countries. (X/@ThePressify)

• "Again, Ali, CONGRATULATIONS!“ Trump said on his Truth Social network

WASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump congratulated Iraq’s new prime minister Ali Al-Zaidi on Thursday, saying his nomination heralded a “tremendous new chapter” between the two countries.
“We wish him success as he works to form a new Government free from terrorism that could deliver a brighter future for Iraq,” Trump, who had opposed the candidacy of former premier Nouri Al-Maliki, said on his Truth Social network.
“This is the beginning of a tremendous new chapter between our Nations — Prosperity, Stability, and Success like never seen before. Again, Ali, CONGRATULATIONS!“