Baghdad:Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Falih al-Zaidi held a meeting in Baghdad to discuss both bilateral relations and current regional developments.

According to Islamic Republic News Agency, the meeting took place on the sidelines of the 52nd Session of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC). The discussions emphasized the importance of utilizing the OIC's resources to address issues affecting the Muslim world, particularly the situation in Palestine, and the need for strengthening Iran-Iraq relations.

The officials also addressed regional peace and stability, with Araghchi highlighting Israeli occupation and expansionism as key sources of insecurity in West Asia. Additionally, they discussed the Saudi-Yemeni conflict, explored ways to end the maritime blockade on Yemen, and considered efforts to reduce tensions in the region.

Araghchi arrived in Baghdad on Saturday to participate in the OIC summit, where he is expected to address the meeting and engage in bilateral discussions with counterparts from other Islamic countries.