Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi began a visit to Baghdad with a visit to the site where Qassem Soleimani and Abu Mahdi al-Muhandis were killed in a 2020 US drone strike. The visit included a tribute to both Iranian and Iraqi commanders. This act underscores the continued significance of these figures in Iranian foreign policy and regional relations. Araqchi is expected to hold talks with his Iraqi counterpart, focusing on bilateral relations and regional security. The trip signals Iran’s commitment to strengthening ties with Iraq amidst ongoing regional tensions. Further details regarding the agenda of the talks have not yet been released, but are anticipated to cover economic cooperation and border security. This visit occurs within a complex geopolitical landscape, with ongoing negotiations surrounding Iran’s nuclear program.