Sayyid Al-Hakeem to Turkish Ambassador: clear Iraqi government commitment to implement Development Road
Sayyid Ammar Al-Hakeem, head of Al-Hikma National Movement, met with the new Turkish Ambassador to Iraq, His Excellency Anıl Bora İnan, and wished him success in his role in Iraq. His Eminence stressed the strong bonds of brotherhood and friendship between our two countries.
H.E. illustrated that Iraq and Turkey, as neighboring countries with a rich cultural heritage, should enhance their cooperation and build on President Erdoğan's recent visit to Iraq to address the water crisis. H.E. also conveyed Iraq's urgent need for increased water releases.
Regarding the Development Road project, H.E. noted its significance in creating numerous opportunities for Iraqis along its route and highlighted the Iraqi government's clear commitment to its completion. H.E. stressed the importance of tackling the security challenges facing both our nations, while fully respecting Iraq's sovereignty and ensuring joint security coordination.
H.E. reaffirmed that the war on Gaza is unjust and constitutes a crime of genocide, urging the international community to take responsibility for the violations of sanctities, international laws, and norms taking place there.
