Iraqi contacts to stop the war and a diplomatic alliance to end the escalation
Iraqi contacts to stop the war and a diplomatic alliance to end the escalation
2026-03-23 02:57
Shafaq News – Baghdad
National Security Advisor Qasim al-Araji confirmed on Monday that the Iraqi government has conducted a series of contacts with “brothers and friends” to stop the ongoing war, expressing his hope that the escalation will end through a strong international diplomatic alliance that contributes to stopping military operations and returning to dialogue and understanding, leading to the achievement of lasting peace in the region.
This came during his meeting with the Ambassador of the Republic of Turkey to Iraq, Anil Bora Inan, where they discussed developments in military operations in the region and their impact on security and stability, according to a statement issued by his media office and received by Shafaq News Agency.
Al-Araji reiterated the Iraqi government’s keenness to develop relations with Turkey in various fields, in a way that serves common interests, especially in the political, security and economic aspects, as well as strengthening cooperation and exchanging information and experiences in the field of combating terrorism.
For his part, the Turkish ambassador explained that his country, in cooperation with friendly countries, has intensified its diplomatic efforts by conducting multiple contacts to contain the crisis, reduce tension, and push for the resumption of negotiations, in order to enhance political and economic stability. He emphasized his country’s commitment to strengthening relations with Iraq and expanding the prospects for bilateral cooperation in the fields of economy, energy, and development, in addition to security cooperation and combating terrorism, in order to achieve the interests of both countries.
This comes amid the war waged by the United States and Israel against Iran since February 28, which included air and missile strikes targeting military sites and sensitive facilities inside Iranian territory, followed by an Iranian response with missile and drone attacks targeting sites in Israel and American bases in the region.
The confrontation resulted in the killing of a number of military leaders and prominent political figures in Iran, including the Iranian Supreme Leader, along with a widening of the military escalation and increasing fears of the region sliding into a wider confrontation.
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