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Iraqi PM receives invitation to visit the UK early in 2024

 Iraqi PM receives invitation to visit the UK early in 2024

The Iraqi Prime Minister, Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani, on a phone call. Photo: Iraqi Foreign Ministry

Baghdad (IraqiNews.com) – The Iraqi Prime Minister, Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani, received an invitation to visit the United Kingdom early next year during a phone call with the UK Foreign Secretary, David Cameron.

Al-Sudani and Cameron discussed aspects of bilateral relations between the two countries as well as the invitation extended by the British Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, to visit the United Kingdom in early 2024, according to a statement issued by the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO).

The phone conversation addressed the security and political situation in the region, developments related to the Palestinian issue, the need to continue the truce in Gaza, and the importance of stopping the Israeli aggression and preventing the expansion of the conflict.

The Iraqi Prime Minister indicated the government’s commitment to protecting military advisors staying in Iraq, reaffirming Iraq’s rejection of any violation of its sovereignty under all circumstances.

Cameron stressed the British government’s eagerness to establish strong bilateral relations with Iraq, expand the horizons of cooperation to serve common interests, and support stability efforts in the region.