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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

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

‏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

Iraq Repatriates Ceremonial Sword

The heritage sword was repatriated by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) at a private ceremony at Ambassador Faily’s residence in Washington, DC.

Mon, Jul 29, 2013

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General Competitive Bid(Ministry of Oil/ South Refineries Company)-(complete screw type pumps with spares)

http://www.src.gov.iq/en/tenders/114

Mon, Nov 20, 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

Daily Roundup - Iraqi Prime Minister Al-Abadi Visits Washington

Tuesday, April 14

Prime Minister Haider Al-Abadi met with President Barack Obama and senior administration officials today in Washington, D.C.

Follow the Prime Minister’s visit via Prime Minister Al-Abadi’s (@HaiderAlAbadi), Ambassador Faily’s (@FailyLukman) and the Embassy of Iraq’s (@IraqiEmbassyUSA) coverage on Twitter.

Here are today’s highlights:

Wed, Apr 15, 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

H.E. Prime Minister Adil Abd Al-Mahdi congratulates the Iraqis and the Islamic world on the occasion of the Prophet's birth (peace be upon him and his family)

In the finest words and congratulate, I dedicated my congratulations and blessing wishing to the dear Iraqi people and the Muslim World as we commemorate the Holy Prophet's birth, The birth of the Holy Prophet Muhammad bin Abdullah peace be upon him and his family, asking the Almighty to grant our people, the Iraqi nation and the entire Islamic nation good, prosperity, blessings, the continuity of security, stability, and well-being.

I also sincerely pray for this happy occasion to be a moral incentive to follow the path of prophecy and its eternal teachings, that wonderful event is... Read more...

Tue, Nov 20, 2018 Tue, Nov 20, 2018

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

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

The Defense, Security and Military Industries Fair

The 9th Session of the Defense, Security and Military Industries fair will be held in Baghdad International exhibition in Baghdad – Iraq, March 7th - 10th, 2020.
All interested military, Security and defense companies should contact the Iraqi United Company for Fair and International Conference with any questions or concerns regarding reserving a booth. Please also include an introduction about the participating company to the POC below:

Wed, Jul 31, 2019

General Competitive Bid(Ministry of Oil)

General Competitive Bid(Ministry of Oil)

Thu, May 18, 2017

Ambassador Al Khirullah Meets with Major General Yahya Rasool

Ambassador Nazar Al Khirullah met with Major General Yahya Rasool, the official spokesman of the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, at the Embassy on July 14 during the latter’s visit to Washington DC to attend meetings of the Contact Group of the global Coalition to Defeat Terrorist Daesh “ISIS”, and exchanged views on promoting counterterrorism. ...

Thu, Aug 17, 2023 Thu, Aug 17, 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

Foreign Minister Meets Syrian Counterpart on Sidelines of 73rd Session of United Nations General Assembly in New York

Foreign Minister Dr.Ibrahim Al-Jaafari met with Foreign Minister of the republic of Syria Mr. Walid Al-Muallem on the sidelines of the 73rd session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York. They reviewed the issues of common interest, affirming the necessity of combining efforts and cooperation to enhance security and stability of the region and defeat terrorism.

Mr. Al-Muallem officially invited Dr. Al-Jaafari to visit Damascus in the framework of opening new horizons for joint cooperation.

Mon, Oct 1, 2018 Mon, Oct 1, 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

Update on the Redeployment of Iraqi Security Forces to Federal Installations in Kirkuk Province.

In accordance with the orders of the Commander-in-Chief Dr. Haider AlAbadi,
the Joint Operations Command of the Iraqi Security Forces
commenced the redeployment of units of the Iraqi Army, CounterTerrorism
Service, Emergency Response Division, and the Federal Police
to federal installations, military bases and vital infrastructure in Kirkuk
province in the early hours of today, 16 October, 2017.

Mon, Oct 16, 2017

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

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