Sudani: Iraq supports a ceasefire and warns against its expansion.
Sudani: Iraq supports a ceasefire and warns against its expansion.
Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani affirmed Iraq's support for all international efforts aimed at ending the war in Iran, warning of the conflict's potential to escalate in the region.
During a phone call with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, the two discussed regional developments and the rapidly escalating conflict.
Al-Sudani emphasized that Iraq "supports all efforts by countries and international organizations to stop the war," stressing the importance of strengthening stability and restoring security in the region.
He added that the solution must be achieved through "dialogue and addressing issues and problems without resorting to military action."
The Prime Minister underscored Iraq's full commitment to protecting diplomatic missions, stating that security forces "in all their branches are prepared to protect embassies and missions operating in Iraq," as part of their constitutional duties.
He also affirmed Baghdad's rejection of "the use of Iraqi territory or airspace to attack others," while emphasizing the importance of not dragging the country into the conflict or expanding it.
Al-Sudani reiterated the necessity for NATO countries "not to become involved in this war," calling for maximum efforts to support diplomatic solutions.
For his part, Rutte expressed his appreciation for the Iraqi positions, praising the efforts to protect diplomatic missions, and emphasizing the "constructive partnership between NATO and Iraq." link