Al-Sudani to Spanish, Russian officeholders: Palestinians no longer trust the international community, 22 OCT

 Shafaq News/ Iraqi Prime Minister, Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, held separate meetings with Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez and Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Bogdanov on the sidelines of the Cairo Peace Summit earlier today, Saturday.

During a meeting with his Spanish counterpart, the Iraqi prime minister shed light on the current events in Gaza and the deteriorating humanitarian conditions due to the continuous Israeli aggression, which has resulted in civilian casualties and property damage.

Prime Minister al-Sudani reiterated Iraq's rejection of the gravity of the ongoing violence in Gaza, stressing that the actions of the Palestinian people are a natural response to years of siege, oppression, and aggression. 

He added that the Palestinians do not trust the international institutions that have remained bystanders to violations of international laws and resolutions.

The two leaders laid emphasis on the dire need to establish a corridor to allow humanitarian aid to enter the besieged Gaza Strip. 

Sanchez expressed his gratitude for Iraq's efforts to address the crisis, calling for continued dialogue between all parties to achieve peace.

He also expressed Spain's readiness to support the initiative proposed by Baghdad to establish a ceasefire and lift the blockade imposed on Gaza for nearly a decade.

In a separate meeting with Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Bogdanov, Prime Minister al-Sudani called for collective efforts to halt the oppressive war waged by Israeli forces, resulting in the loss of thousands of lives and widespread destruction of homes and infrastructure. He said that Iraq's initiative would help stop the fighting and open corridors to transport urgent aid to the besieged people of Gaza.

Mikhail Bogdanov conveyed the greetings of Russian President Vladimir Putin and expressed Russia's views on ending the war and relieving the suffering of the local population.

https://shafaq.com/en/Iraq-News/Al-Sudani-to-Spanish-Russian-officeholders-Palestinians-no-longer-trust-the-international-community

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"RV UPDATE" BY MARKZ, 22 OCT

 MarkZ 

  [via PDK]  There are some interesting articles from Iraq. “Teachers in Iraqi Kurdistan strike over delayed salaries”

  This is all part of the HCL stuff and the money that is supposed to be flowing to the Kurdish region.

 They have a urgent need to get this thing done so they can meet their obligations and take care of their people. This new government over there does care about their people and they are working hard to fix things…

There is still lots of chatter out of Iraq…there is a huge project that is underway right now as they look to fix their housing crisis. “Bismayah New City”  This is part of the national housing program …massive new city about 10 miles north of Baghdad. Huge project and they have already broken ground. 

Where is this money coming from ? How are they planning the potential 600,000 population city with houses, high rises, entertainment…you name it? 

It’s clear Iraq is planning for prosperity. They are going to need a new exchange rate to justify this city…imo.

   In Iraq:  “Barzoni and the CBI Governor discuss economic cooperation” 

 It was great to see this article come out today. This is a feel good article on how much has been accomplished. I am also getting reports from a finance ministry contact in Iraq that things are exceptionally good right now between Barzoni and the government of Iraq. So this is fantastic.

Iraqi prime minister calls for establishing a Palestinian fund, 22 OCT

 Iraqi prime minister calls for establishing a Palestinian fund, 22 OCT

Shafaq News/ Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani called for establishing a fund dedicated to addressing the plight of the Palestinian people as he met with Arab and European leaders on the sidelines of the Cairo Peace Conference earlier today, Saturday. 

A press release issued by his bureau said that Prime Minister al-Sudani and Jordanian King Abdullah II discussed the ongoing Israeli attacks in the Gaza Strip and the dire circumstances experienced by the Palestinian people as they grapple with heavy bombardment, massive casualties, and shortage of medical supplies. 

During the meeting, Prime Minister al-Sudani underscored the importance of concerted efforts to halt the Israeli aggression in alignment with the Iraqi initiative, alleviate its adverse consequences, and establish a dedicated fund to provide essential assistance to the Palestinian people while safeguarding their fundamental rights.

While in Cairo, Prime Minister al-Sudani also held talks with Charles Michel, the President of the European Council.

The meeting touched on the grave developments in Gaza and the pressing need to take necessary actions to mitigate the continuance of hostilities and prevent further loss of lives.

Al-Sudani reaffirmed Iraq's unwavering rejection of Israeli aggression, which continues to target civilians and violate international humanitarian law. He highlighted Iraq's initiative aimed at achieving a swift cessation of hostilities and the creation of secure corridors.

Al-Sudani and Michel discussed ways to develop the ties between Iraq and the European Union, underpinned by their strategic partnership agreement.

Michel expressed his support for Iraq's role in bridging differences and advocating a dialogue-based approach in the region. He also voiced strong opposition to the displacement of Palestinians due to its potential far-reaching and hazardous consequences, emphasizing that such actions would impede prospects for a lasting resolution.

https://shafaq.com/en/Iraq-News/Iraqi-prime-minister-calls-for-establishing-a-Palestinian-fund

Al-Sudani, Macron call for immediate ceasefire in Gaza, 22 0CT

Al-Sudani, Macron call for immediate ceasefire in Gaza

Shafaq News / Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani and French President Emmanuel Macron emphasized the urgent need for an immediate ceasefire, the opening of humanitarian corridors for aid delivery to the besieged residents of Gaza, and concerted action to prevent further escalation.

The Iraqi Prime Minister's office, in a statement, confirmed that Al-Sudani received a phone call from President Macron, focusing on the rapid developments in the region and the grave incidents unfolding in the occupied Palestinian territories due to the continued assaults by Zionist occupation authorities on civilians in the Gaza Strip. The conversation underscored the importance of ongoing efforts to find swift resolutions to the ongoing crisis.

Both leaders highlighted the serious repercussions of the ongoing events on regional and international peace and security. They agreed to continue communication and joint efforts to secure an immediate ceasefire, contain the conflict, and work towards comprehensive and just solutions.

Al-Sudani stressed that the crisis did not begin on October 7th of this year but is deeply rooted, spanning decades of non-compliance with international laws and legitimacy by the occupation authorities. These authorities have subjected an entire population to unjust imprisonment, creating a profound sense of oppression and injustice within Palestine and beyond.

President Macron emphasized the necessity of serious action to prevent the conflict from spreading and shield civilians from the consequences of further escalation.

Both leaders agreed on the imperative to secure an immediate ceasefire, open humanitarian corridors for aid delivery to the besieged residents of Gaza, prevent further escalation, and halt the humanitarian suffering in Gaza.

https://shafaq.com/en/Iraq-News/Al-Sudani-Macron-call-for-immediate-ceasefire-in-Gaza

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A Representative Calls For Stopping The Dollar's Dominance In Iraq, 22 oct

 A Representative Calls For Stopping The Dollar's Dominance In Iraq

Politics   10/22/2023 Number of readings: 168   Baghdad - Iraq Today:  Representative Hussein Habib identified the most important ways to end the dominance of the dollar in Iraqi markets.

Habib said in a press interview, “There are several steps to end the dominance of the dollar in Iraqi markets, the most prominent of which is reviving the national industry in all its dimensions in order to fill the large void in the import balance, especially Since the largest percentage of the markets’ needs depend on abroad even for the simplest matters, including crops.” "agricultural".

He added, “Restoring industry and agriculture according to a vision that includes three dimensions: sufficiency and developing production to achieve leaps in the balance of exports and imports will reduce dependence on the dollar at high rates, and thus ensure an end to its dominance. However, the matter requires comprehensive dimensions, the most prominent of which is providing means of support for the advancement of industry and agriculture.” Reducing financial burdens from taxes and offering their exemption contributions to attracting capital and internal and external investments.”

He pointed out that "reviving the industry does not stop reducing the dominance of the dollar, but rather providing great job opportunities, especially since the economic conditions have created armies of the unemployed in most Iraqi governorates." LINK