News & Announcements

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Ambassador Faily Responds to Developing Security Situation in Iraq Iraqi Ambassador to the United States Lukman Faily today responded to security developments in Iraq, including terrorist gains in some critical areas of Mosul, and highlighted new directives approved by Prime Minister Nouri Al-Maliki and his Cabinet to address the ongoing crisis.		Tue, Jun 10, 2014
Ambassador Faily Runs as Distinguished Guest at Iraqi Children Foundation "IN THEIR SHOES" 5K Run Participants ran to benefit desperately poor Iraqi orphans and street children after years of war.		Mon, May 5, 2014
Ambassador Faily sits down with Voice of America Ambassador Faily sat down with Voice of America last week to discuss the latest developments in Iraq. He discussed the ongoing situation in Anbar and disputed the prevailing sectarian narrative, noting the Iraqi government's "evenhanded" approach to tackling extremist groups throughout the country. Ambassador Faily stressed that Iraq and the United States were cooperating at the highest levels to ensure that Iraq is equipped to fight Al-Qaeda militants. He highlighted aspects of the strategic partnership including cooperation on counter-terrorism and technology-transfer.		Wed, Jan 15, 2014
Ambassador Faily Speaks at Carnegie: 'The Future of Iraq' Ambassador Faily recently spoke at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace in Washington, D.C. about the future of Iraq. Watch the event video.		Thu, Jul 3, 2014
Ambassador Faily Speaks at Diplomacy Matters Luncheon Ambassador Faily was welcomed as guest of honor at the Diplomacy Matters Institute Ambassador’s Series luncheon, where he spoke about the rebuilding efforts in Iraq.		Fri, Dec 20, 2013
Ambassador Faily speaks at Halabja commemoration "We need and will rebuild Iraq; and we will turn the page on such horrific actions as the massacre and genocide at Halabja," said Ambassador Lukman Faily during a commemoration event at the U.S. Capitol.		Tue, Mar 17, 2015
Ambassador Faily Speaks at Potomac Exchange Luncheon Ambassador Faily gave insight about business opportunities in Iraq and the need to strengthen the mutually beneficial economic relationship between Iraq and the United States.		Fri, May 30, 2014
Ambassador Faily Speaks at U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s U.S. Iraq Business Initiative Ambassador Faily gave insight about business opportunities in Iraq and outlined recent government achievements.		Thu, Feb 5, 2015
Ambassador Faily speaks to ASMEA Conference Ambassador Lukman Faily delivered remarks at the Seventh Annual Association for the Study of the Middle East and Africa (ASMEA) Conference, "Searching for Balance in the Middle East and Africa."		Tue, Oct 28, 2014
Ambassador Faily Speaks to Young Professionals in Foreign Policy Topics included Iraq’s recent elections, future investment plans and furthering democracy in the Middle East.		Fri, May 30, 2014
Ambassador Faily speaks to young Washington professionals ‘An Evening at the Iraqi Embassy’ hosted by Things To Do DC brought together students and young professionals to promote international understanding.		Wed, Oct 22, 2014
Ambassador Faily Statement on Cabinet Approval of Draft Laws Creating National Guard and Amending Debaathification Ambassador Lukman Faily issued a statement on the Iraqi Cabinet’s approval of draft laws establishing a National Guard and amending Iraq’s Accountability and Justice law, otherwise known as de-Baathification.		Tue, Feb 3, 2015
Ambassador Faily Statement on Developments toward Forming the New Government in Baghdad Ambassador Lukman Faily today responded to the announcement that Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki will forego a third-term and will support Prime Minister-Designate Haider al-Abadi’s efforts to form a unity government.		Thu, Aug 14, 2014
Ambassador Faily Statement on Formation of New Iraqi Government “Today, Parliament voted overwhelmingly for Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi’s broad-based, unity government in Baghdad drawn from all segments of Iraqi society."		Mon, Sep 8, 2014
Ambassador Faily Statement on US Congressional Commitment to Unified Iraq "We are pleased that the final defense authorization bill continues Congressional support for a unified Iraq. This legislation helps to ensure that our government and security forces have the resources, training, and military capabilities necessary to defeat the violent and persistent threat of Daesh."		Tue, Sep 29, 2015
Ambassador Faily talks ISIS fight as Russia ramps up in Syria Michael Holmes, in for Christiane Amanpour, speaks with Iraqi Ambassador to the U.S. Lukman Faily about the anti-ISIS fight in his country.	CNNThu, Oct 8, 2015	Thu, Oct 8, 2015
Ambassador Faily Visits American Technology Companies in Silicon Valley Ambassador Faily visited headquarters of Google, Cisco, and Qualcomm as part of his business outreach initiative to promote the many investment opportunities and partnerships available between Iraq and the United States.		Thu, Sep 5, 2013
Ambassador Faily visits NATO On May 20, 2015, Ambassador Faily participated in a roundtable discussion at NATO’s Norfolk, Virginia Supreme Allied Commander Transformation (ACT) headquarters. Ambassador Faily joined a distinguished military base leadership consisting of Deputy Supreme Allied Commander Transformation (DSACT), the Chief of Staff (COS) and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs). NATO-ATC’s responsibilities include education, training and exercises; and these were discussed during the roundtable as they are of particular interest to Iraq and the fight to eradicate Daesh.		Wed, Jun 10, 2015
Ambassador Faily Visits New York Ambassador Faily spoke at New York University, The Century Foundation and with the Muslim community to discuss the latest developments in Iraq.		Wed, Jan 21, 2015
Ambassador Faily Welcomed to George Town Club for Business Luncheon Ambassador Faily attended a Global Business Forum luncheon as the honorary guest to discuss foreign investment and the critical role of American businesses operating in Iraq.		Wed, Nov 20, 2013