Monday, November 20, 2023

Iraq’s Prime Minister Discusses Bilateral Relations and Gaza Tragedy with U.S. Ambassador, 20 NOV

 Iraq’s Prime Minister Discusses Bilateral Relations and Gaza Tragedy with U.S. Ambassador

On the eve of an intricate discussion scheduled for next week, Iraq’s Prime Minister, Mohammed Shia’ al-Sudani, sat down with the U.S. Ambassador to Iraq, Alina Romanowski. The talks centered around bilateral relations and mutual cooperation, with specific emphasis on potential financial collaboration between the Iraqi Central Bank and the U.S. Treasury.

Addressing the Gaza Tragedy

The dialogue didn’t shy away from the ongoing tragic events in Gaza. The mass killings of civilians by occupying forces and severe human rights violations of Palestinians were brought to the forefront. Prime Minister al-Sudani reaffirmed Iraq’s principled stance on the Palestinian issue, expressing the urgency to halt these assaults , guarantee safe passages, and facilitate the entry of food and medical aid.

Ensuring Palestinians’ Rights and Dignity

The Prime Minister further stressed the indispensable need to guarantee Palestinians’ rights to live safely and with dignity. His words resonated with a commitment to justice and humane treatment for all.

Securing Iraq’s Diplomatic Missions

Prime Minister al-Sudani also reiterated Iraq’s commitment to protecting diplomatic missions and security advisors within the International Coalition against ISIS. He emphasized the continuous role of Iraqi security forces in carrying out their legal duties to maintain security and stability within Iraq.

The conversation shed light on the delicate task of balancing Iraq’s relations with both America and Iran, especially amidst the Gaza war. It underscored the potential impact on Iraq’s security and economic survival and the role of Shiite militias in the country. The efforts of the Iraqi government to prevent escalation and maintain a balancing act between the US and Iran were also highlighted.

https://bnn.network/world/us/iraqs-prime-minister-discusses-bilateral-relations-and-gaza-tragedy-with-u-s-ambassador/

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