Iraq in Talks to Buy Pakistani-Made Fighter Jets

The commander of Iraq's air force has hosted his Pakistani counterpart in Baghdad for high-level talks. The meeting focused on strengthening military cooperation between the two nations. A key topic was Iraq's potential purchase of the JF-17 Thunder fighter jet. The JF-17 is a modern, multi-role combat aircraft jointly developed by Pakistan and China. This move is part of Iraq's ongoing effort to modernize its air force. The country has been seeking to replace its aging fleet of fighter jets for years. No final deal was announced. The talks are described as part of early discussions on broader defense collaboration.