Iraq hails Iran-Israel ceasefire
Baghdad (IraqiNews.com) – The Iraqi Ministry of Foreign Affairs hailed on Tuesday the US initiative that led to a ceasefire agreement between Iran and Israel.
The ministry stressed that the ceasefire represents a positive development toward de-escalation and regional stability, according to a statement released by the Iraqi Foreign Ministry.
Iraq's Foreign Ministry reaffirmed its commitment to peaceful and diplomatic solutions to regional conflicts, preserving the region's security and safety while preventing the conflict from spreading.
Iraq also praised Qatar's diplomatic and mediation efforts, which helped to negotiate the ceasefire deal and demonstrated its role in promoting regional stability.
The Foreign Ministry in Iraq underscored the need to adhere to the ceasefire agreement, given its crucial importance in addressing the situation and ensuring an ideal atmosphere to restart negotiations.
Baghdad expressed hope that this action would signify a genuine start toward a lasting resolution to the current challenges through peaceful and diplomatic efforts.
The ceasefire deal between Iran and Israel went into effect earlier on Tuesday, after a declaration by US President Donald Trump that called for a complete truce following 12 days of confrontations.
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