Mohammed Al-Halbousi, the Speaker of the Iraqi Parliament, stated that respect for Iran is one of the fundamental principles of Iraq's foreign policy. He also emphasized that the sovereignty and territorial integrity of his country will never be a matter for bargaining or compromise.
Protection of Iraq's Territorial Integrity
Al-Halbousi asserted that Iraq's territorial integrity is in no way negotiable, clarifying that the Baghdad government will not allow anyone to use the territory of this country against other nations. These remarks came in response to increasing concerns about military and political activities in the region, some of which relate to the connections between Iran and Iraq.
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Iraq-Iran Relations
The Speaker of the Iraqi Parliament also referred to the historical and cultural relations between the two countries, stating that Iran, as an important neighbor, should be respected. He emphasized that Iraq's relations with Iran should be based on principles of mutual respect and non-interference in each other's internal affairs. Al-Halbousi also spoke about the importance of economic cooperation between the two countries and stressed the need to strengthen these relations for mutual benefit.
These statements come at a time when Iraq is currently facing complex challenges in security and politics. Recent developments in the Middle East and existing tensions between Iran and Western countries have heightened concerns about Iraq's security and stability. According to Al-Halbousi, Iraq must act as an independent country with strong territorial integrity to help maintain peace and stability in the region.
Challenges and Opportunities
Baghdad is striving to protect its territorial integrity and sovereignty while maintaining good relations with its neighbors, especially Iran. In this regard, Al-Halbousi emphasized the importance of diplomacy and dialogue as effective tools for managing tensions. He also called on the international community to respect Iraq's sovereignty and territorial integrity and to refrain from any threatening actions.
Active diplomacy and regional cooperation can help Iraq move towards stability and progress. At the end of his remarks, Al-Halbousi expressed hope that Iraq could serve as a successful model in the region and build its relations with other countries based on principles of respect and mutual cooperation.
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