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Statement by Iraqi Ministry of Defense Denying the Alleged Arms Purchases with Iran

The Government of Iraq today steadfastly denied that it has signed any contracts to buy military weapons, ammunition or other military equipment from Iran, as alleged in some recent news reports. In a statement, Iraq’s Ministry of Defense explained that numerous international firms, including Iran’s Defense Industries Organization, recently submitted offers to provide Iraq with military hardware, but the proposal from Iran was rejected.

An unofficial translation of the full statement by the Ministry of Defense is below.

Tue, Feb 25, 2014

Ambassador Al Khirullah Meets with Ms. Barbara Leaf

Ambassador Nazar Al Khirullah met with Ms. Barbara Leaf, Assistant Secretary of State for Near Eastern Affairs, at the State Department headquarters on July 14 when they discussed several topics to explore prospects for developing political, economic and cultural relations between both countries; supporting building of confidence; strengthening economic partnerships; and boosting cooperation in various domains. Amb. Al Khirullah explained priorities of the Iraqi government regarding associated gas investment projects and partnerships with countries to achieve self-sufficiency for Iraq in... Read more...

Thu, Aug 17, 2023 Thu, Aug 17, 2023

INTERNATIONAL TENDER NO.9 /2017 (Military Supplies)/ MINISTRY OF DEFENCE General Directorate of Contracts and Sales

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE General Directorate of Contracts, INTERNATIONAL TENDER NO.9 /2017 Military Supplies.



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Thu, Nov 16, 2017

U.N. Security Council Votes to Remove Iraq from Chapter VII Sanctions

The United Nations Security Council has unanimously voted to remove Iraq from Chapter VII of the UN Charter, moving the country a step closer to ending UN sanctions imposed over two decades ago.

Thu, Jun 27, 2013

IRAQI ODYSSEY - Official Trailer

Switzerland nominates Iraqi Odyssey for the Oscars

Tracing the emigrations of his family over more than half a century, this riveting 3D documentary epic from acclaimed expatriate Iraqi filmmaker Samir pays moving homage to the frustrated democratic dreams of a people successively plagued by the horrors of dictatorship, war, and foreign occupation.

Tue, Nov 10, 2015

Ambassador Faily attends 'Peace for Iraq' prayer session

Ambassador Faily attended a 'Peace for Iraq' prayer session at the Arabic Bible Church in Virginia where the congregation gathered to pray for the protection of all Iraqis from terrorism and oppression.

Tue, Sep 2, 2014

Press Release

In the aim of enhancing confidence in the electoral process, achieving wide participation in the elections, and ensuring integrity and organization, the UN Security Council unanimously adopted Resolution No. 2576, to renew the mandate of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI), until May 27, 2022.
The resolution contains strong elements, adopted for the first time to send a UN team to monitor elections in Iraq.

Fri, May 28, 2021 Fri, May 28, 2021

Statement / Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Iraq will take part in the talks in Astana on Thursday, which is one of the important paths of dialogue between the parties of the Syrian-Syrian conflict, which could lead to an end to the violence in the country and bring positive results.

We welcome any efforts to resolve the Syrian crisis and strongly support its resolve by peaceful means. We express our readiness to coordinate with the countries of the world in order to end Syrian people’s suffering which entered the ninth year.

Thu, Aug 1, 2019 Thu, Aug 1, 2019

Amb. Al Khirullah Receives Mr. Stephen Hadley

Ambassador Nazar Al Khirullah received the former US Deputy National Security Advisor, Mr. Stephen Hadley at the Embassy building as they discussed the prospects for the future of bilateral relations between Iraq and the United States of America as well as issues of common interest in the region and the world.

Wed, Sep 27, 2023 Wed, Sep 27, 2023

اعلان مناقصة/ وزارة الصناعةMinistry of Industry and Minerals - Investment Opportunity in the Industrial Sector.

Wed, Nov 7, 2018

Iraq's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Participate in Conversation at the Wilson Center in Washington DC

The Wilson Center's Middle East Program hosted Iraq's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Dr. Fuad Hussein, on February 13th, 2023, in Conversation with Ambassador James Jeffrey, Chair of the Middle East Program and former US Ambassador to Iraq. During the Conversation, the two parties discussed the Iraqi American relations and their prospects in supporting stability efforts in the Middle East ...

Mon, Feb 13, 2023 Mon, Feb 13, 2023

Foreign Minister Receives American Ambassador

Minister of Foreign Affairs Dr Ibrahim al-Jaafari received the American Ambassador to Iraq Mr Douglas A. Silliman, at his office, Baghdad.

Thu, May 18, 2017

Ambassador Faily delivers remarks to students at University of Mary Washington

The Ambassador provided a firsthand account of the current state of the Middle East.

Tue, Feb 3, 2015

Joint Statement on the Iraq-U.S. Higher Coordinating Committee

The delegation of the Republic of Iraq, led by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Planning Mohammed Tamim, and the delegation of the United States Government, led by Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken, co-chaired a meeting of the Higher Coordinating Committee on April 15, in accordance with the 2008 Iraq-U.S. Strategic Framework Agreement. The two sides reaffirmed the importance of the bilateral partnership and Iraq’s critical role in regional security and prosperity. The delegations expressed the desire to expand the depth and breadth of the relationship between our two countries,... Read more...

Thu, May 2, 2024 Thu, May 2, 2024

The Embassy of the Republic of Iraq in Washington, D.C welcomed a large number of the American public during the event of the Around the World Embassy Tour

The Embassy of the Republic of Iraq in Washington, D.C., this Saturday, May 7th, welcomed a large number of the American public from (9am-5pm) during the event of the Around the World Embassy Tour. The embassy staff and their families have been keen to introduce the Iraqi culture, and they wore the local costumes that were admired by the visitors, and they presented the local Iraqi foods they made themselves, such as kelejah, zarda, qeema and rice, lablabi, and balango, which won the approval of the visiting public.

Mon, May 9, 2022

H.E. Prime Minister Dr. Haider Al-Abadi: Scientific researches should meet the need of Iraqis in all fields

His Excellency Prime Minister Dr. Haider al-Abadi has called for scientific researchers to meet the need of Iraqis in all fields of agriculture, industry, oil, energy, security and others.
This came during his Excellency speech at the Sixth International Scientific Conference on Nanotechnology and Advanced Materials and its Applications, where he has commended holding of the conference at the appropriate time while the country is moving towards construction, rebuilding, development of the economy, industries, and energy.

Thu, May 3, 2018 Thu, May 3, 2018

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

PRESIDENT SALIH EXCHANGES CONGRATULATIONS WITH A NUMBER OF KINGS, PRESIDENTS, AND EMIRS OF ARAB AND ISLAMIC COUNTRIES

President Barham Salih has exchanged congratulations with a number of Majesties, Excellencies and Highness; the leaders of brotherly and friendly Arab and Islamic countries on the occasion of the beginning of the holy month of Ramadan.

Mon, May 6, 2019 Tue, May 7, 2019

Ambassador Al Khirullah Receives Sarhang Hamasaeed

The director of Middle East Programs at the U.S. Institute of Peace (USIP) in Washington, DC, Mr. Sarhang Hamasaeed congratulared Ambassador Nazar Al Khirullah on assuming his new position to the United States of America as he paid a visit to the Embassy’s headquarters on June 15. ...

Wed, Aug 16, 2023 Wed, Aug 16, 2023

Condolence

It is with the deepest sorrow that we announce the passing away today, October 3, 2017, of President Jalal Talabani, the first democratically elected President of the Republic of Iraq (2005-2014). Memorial and condolence arrangements in Washington, DC.

As a tribute to the former President, a book of condolences will be opened on the following days:
- October 4th, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
- October 5th, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
- October 6th, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

At the Embassy of the Republic of Iraq,
(3421 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Washington, DC, 20007... Read more...

Tue, Oct 3, 2017