New Trump threat can break up Iraq

Withdrawal of US-based funds could have serious consequences for fragile country

Making waves: US President Donald Trump's threat to cut off US funds for Iraq could have a severe affect on the Middle East country's stability — Making waves: US President Donald Trump's threat to cut off US funds for Iraq could have a severe affect on the Middle East country's stabilityPhoto: REUTERS/SCNAPIX

Nassir Shirkhani

Beirut

Iraq Iran Iraqi Kurdistan Opinion Middle East

Published 15 January 2020, 16:29Updated 15 January 2020, 16:29