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statement /Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The Iraqi Foreign Ministry denounces the behavior of those that were among the Algerian sports team fans in the match of the Iraqi soccer Air Force team participating in the Arab championship, which in turn has deeply offended the brotherly relationship between the two countries.

Iraq Ministry of Foreign AffairsMon, Sep 10, 2018 Mon, Sep 10, 2018

Condolence

The Foreign Ministry expresses its condolences to the Arab world in particular to the Tunisian people for the passing away of the politician Al-Shathili Al-Qalibi who spent a half of his life in the service of joint Arab action through his presidency of the League of Arab States and a working life full of giving and noble deeds for his people and his nation.
May Allah grant him mercy and may he dwell in paradise and inspire his family patience.

Foreign Ministry/ Baghdad
13/5/2020

Iraq Ministry of Foreign AffairsThu, May 14, 2020 Thu, May 14, 2020

Foreign Minister Delivers Iraq’s Speech at Ministerial Meeting of the Global Coalition to Defeat Da’esh in Washington

Foreign Minister Mohamad A. Alhakim delivered Iraq’s speech at the ministerial meeting of the Global Coalition to Defeat Da’esh in Washington.

The minister began the speech by praising the support of the countries of the global coalition to Iraq in its war against terrorism in various fields.

Mr. Alhakim stressed that the Iraqi security forces of all types presented the best images of courage and sacrifice to liberate the land from Da’esh terrorist gangs , stating that Iraq obtains its strength from the unity of its people and integrity of its territories and was able to... Read more...

Iraq Ministry of Foreign AffairsWed, Feb 6, 2019 Wed, Feb 6, 2019

Foreign Minister Congratulates his Emirati Counterpart on the Occasion of Electing UAE as a Non-Permanent Member of the UNSC

Foreign Minister, H.E. Mr. Fuad Hussein, made a phone call to his Emirati counterpart, Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, to congratulate him on the occasion of the election of the UAE as a non-permanent member of the Security Council for the period 2022-2023.

Iraq Ministry of Foreign AffairsMon, Jun 14, 2021 Mon, Jun 14, 2021

The Foreign Minister Receives Phone Call from Turkish Counterpart

Foreign Minister Excellency Mohamed A. Alhakim received a phone call from his Turkish counterpart Excellency Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu congratulating him on his role as Foreign Minister in the new Iraqi government, stressing Turkey's keenness to develop bilateral relations and his readiness to cooperate fully with Minister Alhakim.

Iraq Ministry of Foreign AffairsFri, Oct 26, 2018 Fri, Oct 26, 2018

MOFA Spokesperson: MOFA Strongly Condemns the Coward Attack in Arish

"Ministry of Foreign Affairs strongly condemns the coward, terrorist attack in Arish, northern Sinai. The ministry expresses the most heartfelt sympathies and condolences, wishing a speedy recovery for the injured.

Iraq Ministry of Foreign AffairsTue, Jan 10, 2017 Tue, Jan 10, 2017

The Foreign Minister Discusses with Iranian Counterpart Strengthening Bilateral Cooperation between Baghdad and Tehran

oreign Minister Mr. Mohamad A. Alhakim stressed that Iraq is interested in strengthening bilateral cooperation between Baghdad and Tehran, and the importance of achieving strategic partnerships in all fields to achieve the aspirations of both friendly peoples.

Iraq Ministry of Foreign AffairsTue, Mar 3, 2020 Tue, Mar 3, 2020

Foreign Minister Meets Qatari Counterpart in Doha

Foreign Minister Mohamed A. Alhakim met with Qatari Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Sheikh Mohammad Abdul Rahman Al-Thani on Thursday 10/1/2019 on the sidelines of the official visit of President Barham Saleh to Qatar to discuss several issues of mutual interest.

Iraq Ministry of Foreign AffairsThu, Jan 10, 2019 Thu, Jan 10, 2019

statement /Ministry of Foreign Affairs

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs affirms that Iraq rejects the principle of the siege on any country which harms the basic level of its people in all its social strata. Iraq also reminds the neighboring countries of Iran to stand by its side in the crises, stressing on that harm is inflicted on one country, will affect the whole area.

Iraq Ministry of Foreign AffairsWed, Aug 8, 2018 Wed, Aug 8, 2018

FM receives US Deputy Secretary of State and his accompanying delegation in Baghdad

Foreign Minister, Dr. Ibrahim Al-Jaafari, received US Deputy Secretary of State Mr. John Sullivan and his accompanying delegation at his office in Baghdad to discuss bilateral relations between the two countries to serve the interests of both countries.

Iraq Ministry of Foreign AffairsMon, Jan 29, 2018 Mon, Jan 29, 2018

Foreign Minister Calls his Omani Counterpart

Foreign Minister Mr. Mohamad A. Alhakim made a phone call to the Omani Foreign Minister Mr. Yusef bin Alawi, and the two sides exchanged congratulations on the occasion of the holy month.

Minister Alhakim stressed the depth of fraternal relations that bind Iraq with Oman and expressed the interest of the Iraqi government in strengthening bilateral cooperation to achieve the interests of the two friendly peoples, and his aspirations for more progress and prosperity to the Sultanate.

Iraq Ministry of Foreign AffairsSun, Apr 26, 2020 Wed, Apr 29, 2020

Foreign Minister Holds Meeting with Russian Counterpart in Moscow

Foreign Minister Mohamad A. Alhakim and his Russian counterpart Mr. Sergey Lavrov held a meeting at the Russian Foreign Ministry on Wednesday, January 30, 2019, upon the visit of the Minister to Moscow.

Minister Alhakim stated during the meeting, "We presented an invitation to the Foreign Minister Mr. Lavrov, to visit Iraq on the occasion of the 75th anniversary of establishing diplomatic relations between the two countries, and we will conduct cultural and political activities in cooperation and coordination with the Russian Embassy in Baghdad and our embassy in Moscow. Adding that... Read more...

Iraq Ministry of Foreign AffairsWed, Jan 30, 2019 Wed, Jan 30, 2019

H.E. Prime Minister Dr. Haider Al-Abadi receives U.N. representative to Iraq Ján Kubiš

His Excellency Prime Minister Dr. Haider Al-Abadi received ,in his office on Thursday, U.N. representative to Iraq Ján Kubiš .

During The meeting they discussed the
Latest developments in politics, economy in Iraq as well as ,Reviewing regional situation and the war on terror..

Iraq Ministry of Foreign AffairsFri, Aug 25, 2017 Fri, Aug 25, 2017

Iraqi Foreign Minister Concluded his Representation for Iraq at 73rd Session of United Nations General Assembly in New York

Foreign Minister Dr. Al-Jaafari concluded his representation for Iraq at 73rd Session of United Nations General Assembly in New York by meeting with the staff of Iraq's representtion to the United Nations.

He praised the efforts made by the staff of the mission to make Iraq's representation in the meetings of the United Nations a success , stressing that Iraq has broken the isolation that it faced for many years and was able to extend bridges with all countries of the world and mobilize international efforts to help it in its war against Daesh terrorist gangs. Noting that the... Read more...

Iraq Ministry of Foreign AffairsSun, Oct 7, 2018 Thu, Oct 11, 2018

minister of foreign affairs Welcomes Supportive Statement of the Security Council Concerning Efforts of the Iraqi Government to Regain Mosul

"Iraqi Ministry of Foreign Affairs expresses its satisfaction and welcomes the statement issued by the closed meeting of the Security Council on 2016 November, 2, to discuss efforts of the Iraqi government to regain Mosul and the humanitarian situations in it

Iraq Ministry of Foreign AffairsThu, Nov 3, 2016 Thu, Nov 3, 2016

Foreign Minister Receives Phone Call from Lord Ahmed of Wimbledon, Secretary of State for Commonwealth Affairs and United Nations at Foreign and Commonwealth Office

Foreign Minister Mr. Mohamad A. Alhakim received a phone call from Lord Ahmed of Wimbledon, Secretary of State for Commonwealth Affairs, and the United Nations at the British Foreign Office.

The two sides also discussed the British economic support to Iraq, and ways to enhance bilateral cooperation between Baghdad and London to serve the interests of the two friendly countries.

Iraq Ministry of Foreign AffairsSun, Oct 13, 2019 Tue, Oct 15, 2019

Foreign Minister Meets His Kuwaiti Counterpart in Riyadh

On Thursday, 16/9/2021, the Foreign Minister, Mr. Fuad Hussein, met his Kuwaiti counterpart, Dr. Ahmed Nasser Al-Mohammed Al-Sabah, on the margins of the joint ministerial meeting of the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf, held in Riyadh.

Iraq Ministry of Foreign AffairsSun, Sep 19, 2021 Sun, Sep 19, 2021

Foreign Ministry Spokesman. Dr. Ahmed Al-Sahaf: These appointments came in accordance with Minister’s Council Resolution No. (373) for the year 2019.

The names appointed varied between demonstrators, families of the martyrs, employees that are on contract in the Foreign Ministry, and Iraqi components from all Iraqi Governorates.

Iraq Ministry of Foreign AffairsThu, Feb 13, 2020 Thu, Feb 13, 2020

The ministry of Foreign Affairs condemn the terrorist incident suffered by our brothers in the Arab Republic of Egypt

Iraq expresses its strong condemnation of the terrorist incident suffered by our brothers in the Arab Republic of Egypt, which claimed the lives of civilians and injured others.

While Iraq affirms its rejection of terrorism in all its forms , it stands with the international community in the face of terrorism, supports all good efforts aimed at eliminating extremism and violence, in addition to supporting the efforts of the Egyptian government in its actions to maintain security and stability of the country. Iraq states its readiness to assist in facing this threat to the lives of... Read more...

Iraq Ministry of Foreign AffairsTue, Aug 6, 2019 Tue, Aug 6, 2019

Statement: Ministry of Foreign Affairs Condemns Terrorist Attack in Ahwaz

The Foreign Ministry affirms Iraq's historic and principle stance on the Palestinian issue in supporting the rights of the Palestinian people to liberate the land and the people and establish an independent state with Jerusalem as its capital. Iraq also supports Arab and international peace initiatives, including the Arab Peace Initiative which was put forward in the Beirut Summit in 2002 which has become a permanent Item on the agendas of subsequent Arab Summits.

Media Office

Iraqi Foreign Ministry

3/1/2019

Iraq Ministry of Foreign AffairsFri, Jan 4, 2019 Fri, Jan 4, 2019