In a fiery exchange at the Middle East Peace and Security Conference in Erbil, Kurdistan’s Prime Minister Masrour Barzani vehemently criticized Iraq’s proposed legislation to lower the legal marriage age to nine, labeling it a severe regression in women’s rights. The panel, moderated by Al Arabiya’s Chief International Anchor Hadley Gamble, delved into women’s rights, Iran’s influence over Baghdad, oil disputes, and US foreign policy under President Donald Trump.For all the latest headlines follow our Google News channel online or via the app.Addressing the controversial bill, Barzani expressed deep concern. “Iraq was one of the most advanced Middle Eastern countries in terms of promoting women’s rights. Unfortunately, there are factors that are affecting and influencing the rights of women in countries where poverty, injustice, illiteracy is widespread. And unfortunately, over the years, Iraq hasn’t been in its best capacity,” Barzani told Gamble.The proposed amendment to Iraq’s