Iraqi Ministry of Foreign Affairs: The security of Arab states is an integral part of Iraq’s national security
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The Iraqi Ministry of Foreign Affairs affirmed today in a statement the government’s firm rejection of any aggression or targeting of the Gulf states and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. It stressed that the security of brotherly Arab countries is an integral part of Iraq’s national security, and that the stability of the region represents a shared interest for all its peoples.
Iraq renewed its commitment to a balanced foreign policy, based on building cooperative relations and mutual respect with countries in the region and the world, as well as joint efforts to enhance security and stability and reduce tensions in a way that serves common interests and spares the region further escalation.
The Iraqi government also confirmed that it is moving forward with taking all necessary measures to address security challenges in accordance with the constitution and the law. In this context, Iraqi security agencies continue to coordinate and cooperate with their counterparts in brotherly and friendly countries, expressing full readiness to receive any information or evidence related to any attacks launched from Iraqi territory against neighboring states, and to work jointly to address them responsibly and swiftly.
Iraq reaffirmed its rejection of the use of its territory to launch attacks against any other countries, stressing that the government is committed to taking all necessary steps to preserve Iraq’s sovereignty, strengthen its fraternal relations, and prevent any actions that may undermine the security and stability of the region.
The government also emphasized its ongoing communication with brotherly countries to support initiatives and joint efforts to stop the war and return to diplomatic solutions and political dialogue, in a way that helps reduce harm to the peoples and economies of the region and achieve security and stability for all.
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The Iraqi Council of Ministers: Grants players and members of the coaching and administrative staff diplomatic passports.
In recognition of the historic achievement accomplished by the national team by qualifying for the 2026 World Cup finals, the Council of Ministers has decided to honor the national team players, as well as the coaching and administrative staff, and to adopt a package of measures to be submitted for approval at the next Cabinet session. These measures include: 1. Granting players and members of the coaching and administrative staff specially designed housing units that reflect this football achievement, in Al-Rafail Complex near Baghdad International Airport. Procedures will begin tomorrow. 2. Granting players and members of the coaching and administrative staff diplomatic passports. 3. Issuing a postage stamp to commemorate this achievement in the national memory. 4. Establishing a national mural (panorama) or memorial monument to commemorate the team’s qualification on Abu Nawas Corniche, including the names of the players and the date of the achievement. 5. Naming a main street in the capital, Baghdad, as well as in all provinces, “Lions of Mesopotamia Street.” 6. Establishing a museum or a special pavilion for this achievement at the headquarters of the Iraqi Football Association and the Sports City, with a section in the Government Palace Museum, documenting the players’ names, jerseys, and qualification photos. 7. Naming this year’s graduation cycles in all public and private universities and colleges as the “Lions of Mesopotamia دورة (Class).” 8. Producing a special national song, with the participation of a group of artists, with a title that reflects the achievement.
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Adnan Dirjal to Al-Sudani: You have been the biggest supporter since you took office until now
The President of the Iraqi Football Association, Captain Adnan Dirjal, expressed his thanks and appreciation—describing him as the biggest supporter of the national team—to Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia’ Al-Sudani during the latter’s reception of the Iraqi national team, congratulating them on this achievement and their great efforts. The national team, after a long struggle, was able to bring joy to all segments of the Iraqi people.
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Adnan Dirjal to Interior Minister Abdul Amir al-Shammari: You are one of the makers of this success
On the occasion of our national team’s victory, the President of the Iraqi Football Association, Captain Adnan Dirjal, congratulated the Minister of Interior, Mr. Abdul Amir al-Shammari, addressing him: “You are one of the makers of this success.”
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The Iraqi Ministry of Interior announces that a foreign journalist has been kidnapped by unknown individuals
The Ministry of Interior announced today that a foreign journalist was kidnapped this evening by unknown individuals. Specialized security forces immediately began carrying out their duties to pursue the perpetrators, based on precise intelligence information, intensive field efforts, and tracking the kidnappers’ movements. Follow-up and pursuit operations led to the encirclement of a vehicle belonging to the kidnappers, which overturned as they attempted to flee. Security forces succeeded in arresting one suspect and seizing one of the vehicles used in the crime. The Ministry confirmed that efforts are ongoing to track down the remaining individuals involved, rescue the kidnapped journalist, and take the necessary legal measures against all those who participated in this criminal act, in accordance with the law. Investigations are still underway to fully uncover the circumstances of the incident, and further details will be provided later. The Ministry of Interior also reaffirmed that it will not allow any attempts to destabilize security or target foreign guests, and that its security agencies will remain vigilant and firm in pursuing outlaws and bringing them to justice.
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