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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

Foreign Ministry Official Spokesman Dr. Ahmed Al-Sahaf:

Upon the follow-up of Foreign Minister Mr. Fuad Hussein, and the Embassy of the Republic of Iraq in Kuwait, (6) tanks loaded with (150) tons of medical oxygen arrived to Iraq which is the second batch that Iraq purchased.

Mon, Jul 13, 2020

Iraqi Lawmakers Pass the Parliamentary Election Law

The parliamentary elections law was passed when the majority of 222 lawmakers, who attended the session of the 325-seat parliament, voted for its latest amendment.

Thu, Nov 7, 2013

President Attends Opening of 2019 UN General Assembly Meeting

Today, President Salih attended the opening of the 74th Session of the UN General Assembly in New York City.
His Excellency is set to deliver a speech to the assembled world leaders tomorrow, updating the distinguished body on Iraq’s latest accomplishments and developments.

Tue, Sep 24, 2019 Tue, Sep 24, 2019

Amb. Al Khirullah Meets with Members of US Commission on International Religious Freedom

Ambassador Nazar Al Khirullah met with a group of members of the US Commission on International Religious Freedom at the Embassy’s building. The Ambassador reviewed the course of political action in Iraq and affirmed the Iraq government’s commitment to achieving the interests of its people of all sects and respecting their human rights, in accordance with what is stipulated in the Iraqi Constitution, which guarantees peaceful coexistence.

Thu, Nov 2, 2023 Thu, Nov 2, 2023

Announce for foreign Bids/North Refineries Company,One of the Iraqi formations of Ministry of Oil

Announce for foreign Bids/North Refineries Company,One of the Iraqi formations of Ministry of Oil

Thu, Aug 17, 2017

Ambassador Faily's Statement on the Anniversary of September 11th

Iraqi Ambassador to the United States Lukman Faily issued the following statement in memory of the September 11 attacks:

Fri, Sep 11, 2015

Amb. Al Khirullah Presents his Credentials to US Chief of Protocol

H.E. Nazar Al Khirullah, Ambassador of the Republic of Iraq to the United States of America presented his credentials to the chief of protocol of the United States this morning June 6 at the headquarters of the Department of State in Washington DC.

H.E. Al Khairallah conveyed, through this ceremony, the greetings of H.E. the President of the Republic, H.E. PM, H.E. Deputy PM Minister of Foreign Affairs and the people of Iraq expressing his hope that this era would be a beginning for the expansion of political and economic partnership between the two friendly countries ...

Tue, Jun 6, 2023 Tue, Jun 6, 2023

A guide to Iraq's government formation process, as stated in the constitution

The process of forming the Iraqi government according to the Iraqi constitution:

Fri, May 23, 2014

Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani Receives Representatives of Research Centers Specialized in Iraq and the Region

Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani received representatives of research centers specialized in Iraq and the region at his residence in Washington. The meeting took place on the sidelines of his official visit to the United States.
At the beginning of the meeting, he emphasized the importance of this visit, coinciding with the 21st anniversary of the change in Iraq, and at a time when efforts are underway to advance the relationship with the United States to a comprehensive partnership level through joint committees. Constructive and frank dialogues were held with President Biden... Read more...

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

PRESIDENT SALIH DURING GREETING HIS PALESTINIAN COUNTERPART: A NECESSITY TO EXERT EFFORTS TO ACHIEVE THE HOPES OF THE PALESTINIAN PEOPLE AND REALIZE THEIR FULL LEGITIMATE RIGHTS

President Barham Salih received H.E. Mahmoud Abbas, the Palestinian President and his accompanying delegation, at the Presidential Office in Baghdad on Monday, March 4, 2019.
An official welcoming ceremony was held. The national anthems of the two countries were played. The two Presidents inspected the Presidential Guards who lined up to salute them.
His Excellency expressed his great pleasure and welcomed the visit of the Palestinian President to Iraq, wishing him a fruitful and successful visit.

Mon, Mar 4, 2019 Mon, Mar 4, 2019

Fire Alarm and Gas Detection System

Competitive Bid(Ministry of Oil)/Fire Alarm and Gas Detection System.

Wed, Jan 31, 2018

Foreign Minister Delivers Historical Statement after UNSC Adopts Resolution to Remove Iraq from Chapter VII

Foreign Minister Hoshyar Zebari expressed Iraq's appreciation for the UN Secretary General's efforts to remove Iraq from Chapter VII sanctions and noted that Iraq has regained full sovereignty as an effective member in the international community through this resolution.

Mon, Jul 1, 2013

Atlantic Council Hosts Amb. Al Khirullah

The Atlantic Council hosted Ambassador Nazar Al Khirullah on July 26 in a seminar attended by a number of senior researchers and experts specialized in Iraqi affairs in Washington, where H.E. shed light on the priorities of the Iraqi government at political, economic & security levels, and the prospects for cooperation between both countries according Strategic Framework Agreement SFA, so as to achieve common goals and interests for Iraq & US .

Thu, Sep 7, 2023 Thu, Sep 7, 2023

DURING HIS MEETING WITH THE US SECRETARY OF STATE, THE PRESIDENT EMPHASIZES THE ENHANCEMENT OF INTERNATIONAL AND REGIONAL COOPERATION TO END EXTREMISM AND TERRORISM

President Barham Salih discussed with Mr. Mike Pompeo the US Secretary of State the latest developments on the political and security situation in the country and the region, at the Presidential office in Baghdad, today, Wednesday, January 9, 2019.
The President stressed the need to pursue the language of constructive dialogue among all parties to achieve security and peace, and ease tension and instability in both Arab and regional arenas, and to strengthen international and regional cooperation to end extremism and defeat terrorism once and for all.

Wed, Jan 9, 2019 Wed, Jan 9, 2019

Foreign Minister Discusses with Kuwaiti Counterpart Bilateral Relations between the Two Countries

Foreign Minister Mr. Fuad Hussein renewed his sincere condolences and sympathy to the government and people of Kuwait on the death of Emir Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Sabah, and expressed his congratulations for Prince Sheikh Nawaf Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah’s assumption of the position of Emir of the fraternal State of Kuwait, and the assumption of Sheikh Meshaal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah as Crown Prince.

Tue, Oct 27, 2020 Tue, Oct 27, 2020

Ambassador Faily Keynotes Arab-U.S. Policymakers Conference

The 22nd annual conference, "Navigating Arab-U.S. Relations: Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities" fostered constructive discussion and debate among distinguished international policymakers; and raised awareness, knowledge, and understanding of the American and Arab people's common interests and concerns.

Wed, Oct 23, 2013

President Arrives in Erbil

President Salih arrived in Erbil this afternoon.
His Excellency was received by Mr. Nechirvan Barzani, President of Iraqi Kurdistan Region, and Mr. Firsat Sofi, the Governor of Erbil, at the Erbil International Airport, along with various senior staff.
President Salih plans on holding meetings with a number of senior officials in the Kurdistan Region to discuss lingering issues between the Federal Iraqi Government and the Iraqi Kurdistan Regional Government.

Tue, Sep 17, 2019 Fri, Sep 20, 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

MOFA Condemns Terrorist Act Tried to Target Holy Shrine in Mecca

"Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemns and denounces the terrorist act that tried to target the Holy Shrine in Mecca. The ministry asserts Iraq's solidarity with fraternal Kingdom of Saudi Arabia against the terrorist gangs that targets its security and stability.

Such attacks reveal the deviation of the ideology of these gangs, which adopt radical terrorist approach, driving them to attack the most Holiest Shrines in Ramadan. A thing that requires exerting further efforts so as to uproot terrorism's sources of support and finance, and its ideological hotbeds."

Thu, Jul 6, 2017