President Barzani Meets German Defense Minister
Ms. Layen stated that the German government has, in the past year and a half seen in the Peshmerga forces a dependable ally for which she demonstrated her appreciation. The German Minister of Defense also complimented the coordination efforts between the Peshmerga forces and the allies in the war against terrorism. Support for the Kurdistan Region, Ms. Layen stated will continue and the ultimate aim of the free world is the complete riddance of the terrorists of the Islamic State.
President Barzani and Ms. Layen reviewed the recent military advances in Iraq and in the Kurdistan Region and spoke of the upcoming operations to liberate the remaining territories from the hands of the terrorists.