President Rashid: Iraq Seeks Balanced Relations with Neighboring Countries

Iraqi President's media office

President Rashid & U.S. Ambassador

The conflict in Gaza threatens the entire region's stability, and the international community must step up to put an end to the aggression against Palestine, said Iraqi President Abdullatif Jamal Rashid during a meeting with US Ambassador Alina L. Romanowski at Baghdad Palace on Tuesday.

Both sides agreed that coordinated international efforts, as well as dialogue between regional and international parties, are critical to reducing tensions and preserving peace and security. President Rashid also raised the subject of the coalition forces in Iraq, stressing that their role is restricted to training the Iraqi Armed Forces and other advisory functions.

However, a specific plan of action must be developed, he said.

In addition, President Rashid stated that Iraq aims to mediate conflicts between opposing interests and points of view by maintaining harmonious relations with both its neighbours and the global community. He underlined the necessity of putting an end to the aggression and ongoing targeting of civilians in Gaza and other Palestinian cities, while also restating the nation's firm stance on the Palestinian issue.


"The Gaza conflict has put the stability of the entire region in jeopardy," he noted, emphasising the need for the international community—especially the United States—to take action and put an immediate stop to the aggression against Palestine. The U.S. Ambassador emphasised how crucial it is to coordinate efforts on matters of shared interest and to continue building relations with Iraq within the parameters of the strategic framework agreement. She also restated the United States' commitment to advancing security and stability in the region and assisting global initiatives to put an end to hostilities against the Palestinian people.


PUKMEDIA / Iraqi Presidency