Article: “Al-Sudani and the US Secretary of Defense discuss regional developments, Syria, and the Houthis by phone.” Quote: “Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani discussed with US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, on Sunday evening, security developments in the region…Both sides renewed their commitment to maintaining regional stability, while the US Secretary of Defense affirmed his country’s commitment to supporting Iraq’s long-term security and stability…”