A spokesperson for the US State Department told Rodeo: The United States supports the strong and resilient Iraqi Kurdistan region, which remains a vital pillar in the broader relationship between the US and Iraq. We encourage all parties to act quickly and constructively on issues that will strengthen the region's institutions.

A spokesperson for the US State Department told Rodeo: The United States supports the strong and resilient Iraqi Kurdistan region, which remains a vital pillar in the broader relationship between the US and Iraq. We encourage all parties to act quickly and constructively on issues that will strengthen the region's institutions.