18/05/2026 (Agence Europe) – On Friday 15 May, EU High Representative Kaja Kallas congratulated Iraq on the formation of its new government and wished Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi and his government every success in fulfilling the aspirations of the Iraqi people. In her press release, the High Representative also congratulated Fuad Hussein on his reappointment as Minister of Foreign Affairs, and said she looked forward to continuing to work with him. “The EU stands ready to continue working with the new Iraqi government in ensuring a peaceful and prosperous future for all Iraqi people”, promised Ms Kallas, recalling the EU’s “unequivocal“ support for the unity, sovereignty and territorial integrity of Iraq, “a key partner in the region”. The government, an alliance of Shia factions with a majority in parliament, should include 23 ministerial portfolios, but the team is still incomplete. Elections were held on 11 November (see EUROPE 13750/12). (CG)