The White House calls for dialogue in Iraq

The White House said today, Monday, that the political turmoil in Iraq is "a cause for concern", and called for "dialogue to alleviate the political crisis."

He added: "Now is the time for dialogue, not confrontation in Iraq."

White House spokesman John Kirby told reporters that Washington does not see a need to evacuate its embassy staff in Iraq at this time.

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