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The Embassy of the Republic of Iraq is holding a Mourning Ceremony to honor the martyrdom of the late Air Major Noor Falih Al-Khazali

The Embassy of the Republic of Iraq to Washington DC is holding a Mourning Ceremony on Friday September 8th , 2017, 5:00-7:00 pm to honor the martyrdom of the late Air Major Noor Falih Al-Khazali who has regrettably fallen at the sad event of the crash of his F-16 jet fighter at a training mission in the State of Arizona.

Thu, Sep 7, 2017

Standing Strong: A Reminder of Victory and Re-Establishment in Iraq

By H.E. Amb. Nazar Al Khirullah

On this day, we stand to commemorate the Victory Day against “Da’esh” terrorist groups, a day when Iraqis demonstrated exceptional courage and unwavering will in the face of terrorism. Our fight against terrorist ”Da’esh” has not only been in defense of our land, but also in defense of humanitarian and civilizational values.

We will never forget the heroics demonstrated by the sons and daughters of Iraq in this battle. Our brave soldiers, our security forces, our Popular Mobilization Forces, our Peshmerga, and everyone who contributed to this... Read more...

Sun, Dec 10, 2023 Sun, Dec 10, 2023

Full text of Prime Minister Al-Abadi's ratified reform initiative

August 9, 2015

Text of the first package of reforms presented by the Prime Minister, Dr. Haidar Al-Abadi and unanimously voted on by the Council of Ministers on August 9, and ratified by the Council of Representatives on August 11:

Mon, Aug 17, 2015

THE PRESIDENT, MEETING WITH TURKEY'S FOREIGN MINISTER, DISCUSSES THE RECENT EVENTS UNFOLDING IN THE REGION

Into the Presidential Palace in Baghdad today, holding a meeting with Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu, President Salih stressed the importance of continuous coordination and joint work which would avert Iraq and the region the conflicts and the war. We don't want our territory to be a staging post for any hostile action against any of our neighbors, or be as a battleground for a proxy-war, he added.

Thu, Jan 9, 2020 Thu, Jan 9, 2020

Amb. Al Khirullah Receives Iraq’s KRG Representative in Washington DC

Ambassador Nazar Al Khirullah welcomed Iraq’s KRG Representative in Washington DC Mrs. Bayan Abdul Rahman in his office as she congratulated H.E. on embarking his duties as the Ambassador of the Republic of Iraq to The United States of America.

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

Prime Minister Maliki Offers Condolences for the Death of Cardinal Emmanuel III Delly

We extend our deep condolences to the Iraqi people and the Christian Brothers in particular for the death of Cardinal Emmanuel III Delly. We will always remember his call for peace, love and national unity for all Iraqis.

May God bless his soul and may he rest in peace.

Nouri al-Maliki
Prime Minister

http://pmo.iq/pme/press/2014/4/1042014en-3.htm

For Arabic http://pmo.iq/press/2014/4/1004201401.htm

Fri, Apr 11, 2014

President Salih Welcomes U.S. Senator, Tammy Baldwin

he President received today at the Presidential Office, Democratic Member of U.S. Senate from Wisconsin, Sen. Tammy Baldwin alongside the delegation accompanied her. United States Ambassador to Iraq, Mr. Matthew Tueller, attended the meeting.

Wed, Oct 2, 2019 Thu, Oct 3, 2019

Tender 745 (Ministry of Electricity)-(General Directorate of Electrical Energy)

Tue, May 8, 2018

The Embassy of the Republic of Iraq in Washington announces the launch of its e-visa servic

In an effort to streamline the visa application process, the Embassy of the Republic of Iraq in Washington announces the launch of its e-visa service. This new service eliminates the need for an embassy visit; applicants can simply apply by visiting the following link: https://evisa.iq . The e-visa is available for single or multiple entries into Iraq.
To apply for the e-visa, the following documents are required:
1. A valid passport.
2. A digital photograph.
3. Proof of residency.
4. A personal email address from which the visa... Read more...

Sat, May 4, 2024 Sat, May 4, 2024

Appointed-Ambassador Faily Meets with Congressman Jim McDermott

Congressman McDermott welcomed Ambassador Lukman Faily to his office where the two discussed the importance of future cooperation between Iraq and the United States.

Wed, Jun 26, 2013

USIP Hosts Ambassador Al Khirullah

Ambassador Nazar Al Khirullah participated in a seminar held by the United States Institute of Peace USIP on July 31 & attended by observers & policy makers in Washington as he discussed aspects of cooperation between the Embassy & the Institute; common understanding between Iraq & US & opportunities to promote peace, stability and economic integration in the region.

Sat, Sep 9, 2023 Sat, Sep 9, 2023

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

‏Al-Halboosi meets the US Secretary of State

The Parliament Speaker Mohammed al-Halboosi met the US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo.

‏At the beginning of the meeting, the US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo welcomed the Parliament Speaker and expressed his pleasure to meet him and to the development of relations and communication between Washington and Baghdad.

Thu, Mar 28, 2019 Thu, Mar 28, 2019

نعي

بمزيد من مشاعر الحزن والأسى تنعي سفارة جمهورية العراق في واشنطن وفاة واحدة من الهامات القضائية في العراق والعالم العربي القاضية وعضو الجمعية الوطنية زكية اسماعيل حقي الناشطة في مجال حقوق الانسان واول امراة تسنمت منصب القضاء في العراق والدول العربية عن عمر ناهز الـ٨٢ عاماً، في ولاية فرجينيا.
نعزي ذويها ومحبيها بمصاب رحيلها، سائلين الله تعالى لها الرحمة والمغفرة وان يسكنها فسيح جناته وان يلهم ذويها ومحبيها الصبر والسلوان.
Mon, Aug 23, 2021

President Mourns Loss of Life at Imam Hussein Shrine, Demands Investigations

President Salih expressed his deep condolences and sympathy to the families of those lost and injured during a stampede in Karbala today.
His Excellency called on all Iraqis to care for the families of those affected by this tragic incident.
During a phone call with Nassif Al-Khattabi, the Governor of Karbala, the President noted his deep appreciation for the efforts being made by the local government’s various departments to ensure those injured could be helped and assisted as quickly as possible. He was also moved by reports of individual citizens immediately working to... Read more...

Tue, Sep 10, 2019 Wed, Sep 11, 2019

INTERNATIONAL TENDER NO.7 /2017 (Pilots, Engineers and technicians Supplies)/ MINISTRY OF DEFENCE General Directorate of Contracts and Sales

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE General Directorate of Contracts, INTERNATIONAL TENDER NO.7 /2017 (Pilots, Engineers and technicians Supplies)

Thu, Jul 27, 2017

The Embassy Opens Book of Condolences Following Al-Hamdaniyah Fire

The Embassy of the Republic of Iraq in Washington DC has opened a book of condolences in its building in honor of the victims of the unfortunate fire accident in Al-Hamdaniyah-Baghdida district in Nineveh Governorate, starting today until Friday 29th, from 11:00 am until 3:00 pm …

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

Press Statement

The Foreign Ministry appreciates the positions of friendly and brotherly countries, international organisations, as well as the calls and messages that Foreign Minister Mr. Fuad Hussein received from his counterparts around the world of condolences to the government and people of Iraq following the terrorist attack that targeted the capital, Baghdad, on 21/1/2021, which left tens of martyrs and wounded.

Tue, Jan 26, 2021 Tue, Jan 26, 2021

Watch: Public Forum With Dr. Saleem Al-Jubouri, Speaker of Iraq’s Parliament

The speaker of Iraq’s parliament, His Excellency Dr. Saleem al-Jubouri, discussed his country’s current challenges in a public forum on June 8 at the U.S. Institute of Peace.

Follow the conversation on Twitter with #IraqiSpeaker.

Fri, Jun 5, 2015

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