Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi has voiced his frustration over what he claims are the U.S.-led coalition's waning efforts in defeating the Islamic State.

Al-Abadi complained of miscommunication and poor training. He also said the U.S. was not fast enough in the delivery of weapons.

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"We want to see an acceleration of the training, acceleration of the delivery of arms from foreign allies," said al-Abadi.

Iraq  is expecting more from it's allies as it had been feeling that they are taken for granted. 

Some Iraqi officials who requested anonymity as they are not authorized to discuss the issue had said that on several occasions, the U.S. had ignored their requests for more training and supply of weapons. One general said whenever they voice out complaints about the poor training, the coalition members remind them that Iraq forced them to leave the area. 

Speaking to reporters in London, U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry boasted about the coalition's efforts in response to Al-Abadi's remarks. Kerry highlighted the 2,000 airstrikes, that have helped regain control of 700 square kilometers of territory and kill half of the group's commanders.   

Al-Abadi's comments earned sharp words from Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel.

"I do disagree with the prime minister's comments. I would say even further, I don't think they're helpful," Hagel said. "We have a coalition of over 60 countries that have come together to help Iraq.  And I think the prime minister might want to be a little more mindful of that."

Hagel went on to remind Al-Abadi that the coalition remains committed to defeat the Islamic State.

Kerry, in a meeting with coalition partners, however admitted that there is more work that needs to be done. He cited in particular efforts to curb the group's fundraising activities and put a stop to the flow of foreign recruits. 

Kerry said the U.S. and its coalition partners are speeding up training of Iraqi forces, to reach their goal of creating 12 new Iraqi brigades "as fast as possible." He also announced that Iraq was receiving 250 mine-resistant armored vehicles and a significant number of M16 assault rifles.

The meeting in London gathered together officials from coalition countries coming from Europe, Australia, Canada and several Persian Gulf nations.

TagsIraq, anti-ISIS coalition, John Kerry, Chuck Hagel, ISIS