National Security Advisor: Iraq is leading international efforts to combat extremism and integrate displaced persons

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Ali Abdullah chairman of the National Committee on the Implementation of the Strategy to Combat Violent Extremism, , affirmed on Friday that Iraq is leading major international efforts to combat violent extremism. He also explained that the United Nations recognized the International Day for the Prevention of Violent Extremism based on an Iraqi proposal.
 
In a statement to the Iraqi News Agency (INA), Abdullah said, "The United Nations recognized the International Day for the Prevention of Violent Extremism based on an Iraqi proposal, a step that reflects Iraq's commitment to confronting extremist ideology and strengthening social cohesion." 

The statement explained that "Iraq has a clear vision for consolidating moderate concepts," noting that "a set of important programs will be launched by 2025 in various governorates and ministries, most notably the integration of displaced persons returning from displacement camps."

It pointed out that "the government has decided to close all camps in Iraq, prompting the National Committee to develop plans and programs to support this decision. These programs will be implemented throughout 2025 to ensure the integration of returnees into their communities of origin."

Regarding Al-Hol camp, Abdullah explained that "the camp multiple nationalities, but the focus is on Iraqis, as 16,000 Iraqis remain in the camp."

It emphasized that "efforts are underway to repatriate Iraqis, and other countries must repatriate their nationals, as their continued presence in the camp poses a threat to regional security."

It explained that "the process of repatriating Iraqis from Al-Hol camp is ongoing, with Al-Jadaa camp receiving large numbers of returnees, and we are working to facilitate their integration and return to their areas of origin."