PM confirms Iraq's readiness to cooperate to establish security and stability in the region

Baghdad - INA

Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani affirmed today, Wednesday, Iraq's readiness to cooperate with brothers and friends in the region to establish security and stability and keep the region away from the danger of conflicts and wars.

The Prime Minister's Media Office said in a statement received by the Iraqi News Agency (INA): "Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani met in the city of Al-Ula with the Crown Prince of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud."

He added that "the meeting discussed the latest developments in the region and the importance of agreeing on joint coordination regarding the repercussions of the events in Syria and intensifying efforts to confront regional and international challenges, in a way that contributes to enhancing regional security and the stability of the entire region."

The Prime Minister stressed - according to the statement - "Iraq's keenness on the unity of Syrian lands and non-interference in Syria's internal affairs, respecting the free will of the Syrians, and ensuring the participation of all components of the Syrian people in running the country."

Al-Sudani stated, "Iraq's readiness to cooperate with brothers and friends in the region; to establish security and stability and keep the region away from the danger of conflicts and wars."

The statement continued, "The meeting touched on the tragic conditions in Gaza and the continued aggression of the occupying entity against the Palestinians, and the importance of intensifying international efforts to stop the war immediately, and doubling relief efforts to alleviate the suffering of the people in Gaza, as well as emphasizing the consolidation of the ceasefire in Lebanon and making efforts to adhere to what was agreed upon."