Al-Sudani Meets Syriac Catholic Patriarch of Antioch in the World

INA-  BAGHDAD

Media Office of the Prime Minister stated in a statement received by the Iraqi News Agency INA that Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani, received this morning, His Beatitude the Patriarch of the Syriac Catholics of Antioch in the world, Mor lgnatius Youssef III Younan, and his accompanying delegation, in the presence of the Minister of Migration and Displaced.

The statement added that during the meeting, Prime Minister Al-Sudani emphasized the integral nature of the Christian presence within Iraq's culture. He emphasized the government's dedication to nurturing unity and understanding among all Iraqis, while fostering harmonious coexistence within the diverse spectrum that shares a deep history and strong cohesion.

On his part, the Prime Minister warmly welcomed the Council of Syriac Catholic Bishops' decision to hold its first session in Iraq this year. He emphasized that Iraq's diversity, serving as a wellspring of strength and cultural exchange, bolsters unity among people of all faiths in the nation.

On the other part, His Beatitude the Patriarch conveyed his gratitude for the Prime Minister's stances and directives. He emphasized that recent attempts to defile religions and sacred texts are the actions of misguided individuals. He called for the international community to stop these harmful voices that breed hostility and animosity. The Patriarch also commended the Prime Minister's dedication to all segments of the Iraqi population, particularly the youth.