Perhaps sensing that his allies’ support for Iraq is weakening Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi has flown to Moscow to try and renew the two countries previously warm relationship.<br /><br /> Immediately before he went in for talks with President Vladimir Putin Russia’s foreign minister announced Moscow was ready to resume arms sales to Baghdad. <br /><br /> Beyond expanding military co-operation al-Abadi is hoping the two oil exporters will find common economic cause, as well.<br /><br /> “We hope todays visit will help further the support and cooperation in the fight against terrorism not only in Iraq, but in the whole region,” he said.<br /><br /> Vladimir Putin appears willing to step in, not only with military and other aid, but also by investing. He said Russian companies were discussing investments worth “billions of dollars”. <br /><br /> “Iraq is a long-standing and reliable partner for us in the region. And notwithstanding problems in the world`s economy and problems in the regions, our relations are developing very successfu
