News & Announcements

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Press Statement/ Ministry of Foreign Affairs Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemns the air attack took place last night on a site on the Iraqi-Syrian border. The Ministry reiterates its complete rejection of making Iraq a part of any conflict or confrontation to settle scores on its lands, which represents an assault and a breach of the national sovereignty and a clear violation of the international norms and covenants.	Iraq Ministry of Foreign AffairsMon, Jun 28, 2021	Mon, Jun 28, 2021
Prime Minister Al-Abadi addresses United Nations General Assembly Haider Al-Abadi, Prime Minister of Iraq, addressed the general debate of the United Nations General Assembly’s seventieth session in New York on Wednesday, September 30, 2015.	United NationsWed, Sep 30, 2015	Thu, Oct 1, 2015
Prime Minister Al-Abadi Arrives in Washington His Excellency Dr. Haider Al-Abadi arrived in Washington, DC for his first official visit to the United States as Prime Minister, at the invitation of President Barack Obama.		Mon, Apr 13, 2015
Prime Minister Al-Abadi downsizes Council of Ministers Statement from the Prime Minister's Office: August 16, 2015 Based on the public interest, according to Article 78 of the Constitution and upon delegation of the Council of Representatives, we have decided, on behalf of the people, to: Reduce the number of cabinet members to become 22 in addition to the Prime Minister instead of 33 members, according to the following:		Mon, Aug 17, 2015
Prime Minister Al-Abadi drops pending lawsuits against journalists The order comes as part of the Prime Minister's commitment to freedom of expression and support for the press.		Thu, Dec 18, 2014
Prime Minister Al-Abadi meets with President Obama at the White House President Obama and Prime Minister Al-Abadi reaffirmed the long-standing U.S.-Iraq strategic partnership.		Tue, Apr 14, 2015
Prime Minister Al-Abadi meets with Vice President Biden The leaders emphasized continued support for Iraq in the areas of armament, training and advice, as well as supporting efforts to address the consequences of falling oil prices.		Thu, Oct 1, 2015
Prime Minister Al-Abadi outlines holistic strategy for Iraq to move forward during remarks at CSIS "Just as Iraq is working with the United States and all our international partners to defeat Daesh, we must also work together to rebuild our country in every way – physically, socially, economically and politically," said Prime Minister Haider Al-Abadi.		Thu, Apr 16, 2015
Prime Minister Al-Abadi receives General Lloyd Austin Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi and General Lloyd Austin discussed ways to expand military and intelligence cooperation, increase airstrikes and intensify training to enhance the victories achieved in various fronts of confrontation with Daesh.		Mon, Jan 26, 2015
Prime Minister Al-Abadi Receives Phone Call from U.S. Vice President Biden His Excellency Prime Minister Dr. Haider Al-Abadi received a phone call on May 25, 2015 from United States Vice President Mr. Joe Biden. Prime Minister Al-Abadi and Vice President Biden discussed increasing support and training for Iraqi forces, intensifying air strikes, and expediting armament to the Iraqi forces. The leaders also discussed developments in the field of operation sectors. Vice President Biden renewed support of the U.S. Administration to the Iraqi government and its people to destroy Da'esh.		Wed, May 27, 2015
Prime Minister al-Abadi Receives Secretary Kerry Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi met with U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry in Baghdad to discuss the political and security situation in Iraq and US efforts to help curb the threat of ISIL.		Wed, Sep 10, 2014
Prime Minister Al-Abadi speaks with CNN’s Christiane Amanpour Prime Minister Haider Al-Abadi sat down with CNN’s Christiane Amanpour in New York to discuss the Iraqi government’s efforts to combat ISIL and bring peace and stability to the country.		Wed, Sep 24, 2014
Prime Minister Al-Abadi Visits Baghdad Operations Command; Issues Orders to Replace Military Commanders As part of ongoing efforts to professionalize Iraq’s military institutions and root out corruption, Prime Minister Al-Abadi issued executive orders to replace military commanders and assign officers to new posts within the Ministry of Defense.		Wed, Nov 12, 2014
Prime Minister Al-Abadi: A United Iraq Is Pushing ISIS Back Prime Minister Haider Al-Abadi penned an opinion editorial in The Wall Street Journal about how Iraqis are fighting back against transnational terrorists on the battlefront and on the home front.	The Wall Street JournalThu, Dec 18, 2014	Thu, Dec 18, 2014
Prime Minister Al-Abadi: We Have Heard the Iraqi People In an opinion piece in the Wall Street Journal, Prime Minister Al-Abadi challenged three perceptions which are commonly held by outside observers.		Tue, Sep 8, 2015
Prime Minister Al-Maliki Announces Reconstruction Plan for Anbar Province H.E. promised continued support for local agencies throughout the reconstruction process and praised local security forces for their bravery in fighting Al-Qaeda insurgents.		Thu, Feb 27, 2014
Prime Minister Al-Maliki calls for greater role of private sector to transform Iraq’s economy The Prime Minister met with Iraqi business leaders and traders from the National Business Council to discuss rebuilding in Iraq.		Thu, Oct 3, 2013
Prime Minister Al-Maliki: A Comprehensive Strategy Against Terrorism Prime Minister Al-Maliki penned an essay in which he affirms that Iraq is using all the political, economic, and military tools at its disposal in its effort to defeat al Qaeda.	Foreign PolicyTue, Feb 18, 2014	Tue, Feb 18, 2014
Prime Minister Dr. Haider Al Abadi Meets United States Secretary of Defense Mr. Chuck Hagel During the meeting, they discussed coordinating military operations among the International Coalition.		Tue, Dec 9, 2014
Prime Minister Dr. Haider Al-Abadi announces an Iraqi vision for the future of the region based on development and security instead of differences and wars October -21- 2017	Iraq Prime Minister's Media OfficeSat, Oct 21, 2017	Sat, Oct 21, 2017