PM on International Day for the Prevention of Extremism: Iraq continues its approach of rejecting all forms of violence
On the International Day for the Prevention of Violent Extremism, Iraq reaffirms its unwavering commitment to its constitutional, legal, and ethical principles—rejecting all forms of violence and the extremist rhetoric that fuels it.
Al-Sudani said in a post on the "X" platform, which was followed by the Iraqi News Agency (INA):'Our people have fought terrorism and defeated it on behalf of the free world, laying the foundations for stability and civil peace. Today, Iraq stands in solidarity with all regional and international efforts to enhance the security of brotherly and friendly nations, shielding them from extremist discourse, incitement, aggression, and the violation of historical rights.
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