During the meeting, the two sides discussed the latest developments in the region.

"I talked to Aboul Gheit about regional issues and Iraq's relations with the Arab League." The Iraqi FM said after the meeting.

As he added, Iraq's relations with Turkey and Iran, as well as the situation in Syria were also discussed.

"The developments in Syria also affect Iraq. I announced this to the Secretary-General of the Arab League," Hussein said.

In another part of his remarks, he announced that Aboul Gheit will also visit Erbil, the capital of the Kurdistan Region.

For his part, Aboul Gheit said the union continues to support Iraq, Mehr News reported.

He arrived in the Iraqi capital, Baghdad, on Saturday afternoon.

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