However , Nuri had to tread carefully between his close relationship with Britain and dependence on pro-German Army officers and cabinet members .
Iraq severed relations with Germany on 5 September 1939 , following the outbreak of World War II in Europe .
Nuri had to tread carefully between his close relationship with Britain and dependence on Germany Army officers and cabinet members .
Iraq severed relations with Germany on 5 September 1939 , following the outbreak of World War II in Europe .