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Iraq still committed to energy ties with Saudi Arabia, Gulf states despite Iran electricity deal

Iraq has signed an agreement with Iran to continue importing gas and electricity for two years.
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BAGHDAD — Iranian Quds Force commander Esmail Qaani arrived June 3 in Baghdad on a pre-announced visit after applying for a visa with Iraq's Foreign Ministry.

Prime Minister Mustafa al-Kadhimi had refused to allow the visiting delegation to enter the country without a visa, breaking the practice previously prevailing between the two countries.

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