Turkey reached an agreement to transfer the Bashiqah military base to the federal government of Iraq after a meeting between Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, the President of Turkey, and Ali Al-Sudani, the Prime Minister of Iraq, on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly in New York.
Details of the Agreement
In a statement released after the meeting, it was announced that Turkish forces would gradually hand over the Bashiqah-Zilkan base to the federal government of Iraq. The statement did not provide further details on the timetable and mechanism of the transfer.
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The agreement is part of the efforts of both countries to strengthen bilateral relations and resolve security issues in the region. The Bashiqah base in northern Iraq is recognized as an important military center where Turkey has a presence due to security threats from terrorist groups in the area.
Regional Implications
The transfer of this base could strengthen Iraq's national sovereignty and improve relations between Baghdad and Ankara. Experts believe that this move could initiate a positive transformation in regional security and lead to a reduction in tensions between the two countries.
Additionally, this agreement could be seen as a positive signal to the international community regarding security and military cooperation among countries and help enhance Iraq's credibility on the global stage.
Analysts emphasize that while this action may improve relations between the two countries, there is a need for close monitoring of the implementation process and its impact on the regional security situation. Therefore, regional countries and international organizations should closely follow the developments.
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