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Ammar al-Hakim Supported the Reopening of Airports for Flights between Iran and Iraq
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Ammar al-Hakim Supported the Reopening of Airports for Flights between Iran and Iraq

منبع تصویر: isna.ir

By Euronews Farsi Editorial 2 min Read time 26,851

Sayyid Ammar al-Hakim, the leader of the National Wisdom Movement of Iraq, in his recent statements, praised the efforts of the Iraqi government to reopen airports for flights between Iran and Iraq. These statements particularly refer to the follow-ups by Ali Falah al-Zaydi, the Prime Minister of Iraq, which have been aimed at facilitating air communications between the two countries.

Strengthening Iran-Iraq Relations

The history of Iran-Iraq relations, especially in recent years, indicates close cooperation between the two countries in various fields, including economic and cultural. Given the geographical proximity and cultural commonalities, reopening the airports could further strengthen these relations. Direct flights between Iran and Iraq not only help facilitate pilgrimage and commercial travel but can also serve as a bridge between the two nations.

Follow-ups by the Prime Minister of Iraq

Ali Falah al-Zaydi, the Prime Minister of Iraq, has played a significant role as one of the key figures in this process, contributing to negotiations and agreements related to the reopening of airports. Understanding the importance of this issue for both countries, he is seeking to create suitable conditions for the resumption of flights from Iran to Najaf International Airport. This move will not only benefit travelers but could also bring positive economic and social impacts.

Ammar al-Hakim further emphasized that this action could help improve the economic situation and increase cultural exchanges between the two countries. He also urged the Iraqi government to make every effort to facilitate this process and allow the people of Iran and Iraq to travel easily to each other.

Given the current conditions and the need to strengthen international communications, this action is considered a milestone in the history of Iran-Iraq relations. The reopening of airports could lead to increased trust and cooperation between the two countries and pave the way for expanding relations in various fields.

Source: isna.ir