News & Announcements

The Foreign Ministry strongly condemns the bombing of the Headquarters of the Popular Mobilization Forces brigade by the US forces, which we view as a flagrant violation of the sovereignty of Iraq, and a condemned act, which is rejected by all customs and laws that govern relations between states.

Minister Alhakim affirmed that Iraq represents the first front line against terrorism, and it was the most effected country by terrorist attacks that hit the Middle East.

Stressing " Iraqis have continued with their armed forces and made their sacrifices to liberate their entire land from Da’esh terrorists gangs and that the achieved victories came with the efforts of their heroes who shed their blood to defend their country.

Iraq stands with its Palestinian brothers in their legitimate rights guaranteed by international legitimacy, Security Council resolutions, and their right to return to their homes and lands, and stresses that Al-Quds Al-Sharif and Al-Aqsa Mosque are still under occupation, and Arabs and Muslims should stand with them in support of their legitimate rights and the establishment of their independent state with its capital Al-Quds Al-Sharif, and the restoration of all occupied lands to Syria and Lebanon.

Foreign Minister Mohamad A. Alhakim participated in a quadripartite meeting with Jordan, Greece and Cyprus.

The meeting discussed means of developing economic relations between the four countries, and achieving integration in various fields to strengthen regional partnership and to develop the economies of these countries.

Wed, Sep 21, 2022 - Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Fuad Hussein, has met Mr. Brett McGurk, member of the National Security Council and White House Coordinator for the Middle East and North Africa, on the sidelines of the 77th session of the UN General Assembly ...

Foreign Minister Excellency Mohamed A. Alhakim received a phone call from his Turkish counterpart Excellency Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu congratulating him on his role as Foreign Minister in the new Iraqi government, stressing Turkey's keenness to develop bilateral relations and his readiness to cooperate fully with Minister Alhakim.

Foreign Minister Mohamad A. Alhakim received his Omani counterpart, Mr. Yousuf bin Alawi at Baghdad International Airport.

The two sides are expected to hold bilateral talks on strengthening relations between the two countries, promoting cooperation and coordination on issues of common concern.

Foreign Minister Mr. Mohamad A. Alhakim received French Foreign Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs Mr. Jean-Yves Le Drian.

The two Ministers discussed developing bilateral relations in various fields, activating the strategic understanding document for bilateral relations, and ways to enhance consultation and coordination between Baghdad and Paris.

Minister Alhakim stressed Iraq’s keenness to develop the distinguished level of relations with France, and looks forward to exploring new prospects for cooperation, especially in the field of economy.

On Tuesday, August 10, 2021, Foreign Minister FuadHussein conveyed a letter of invitation from Prime Minister Mustafa Al Kazemi to the President of the Islamic Republic of Iran Ibrahim Raisi to attend the “Iraqi Neighboring Countries Conference”.

The Minister stressed that the “Iraqi Neighboring Countries Conference” is being held in the context of arrangements aimed at supporting the political process and economic growth of Iraq.