Baghdad Summit: Iraq extends invitation to Yemen's al-Alimi
According to a statement from Iraq's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Hussein conveyed the message on behalf of President Abdul Latif Jamal Rashid during a meeting in Riyadh.
During the talks, both leaders highlighted the May 17 summit 's importance as a forum for strengthening Arab cooperation and addressing mounting regional instability.
نائب رئيس الوزراء ووزير الخارجية يسلّم رئيس مجلس القيادة الرئاسي اليمني دعوة لحضور القمة العربية في بغداد – وزارة الخارجية العراقية https://t.co/Yd0wALymDw pic.twitter.com/5aL5htuI3y
— وزارة الخارجية العراقية (@Iraqimofa) May 4, 2025
Hussein noted that the gathering comes amid 'exceptional regional circumstances,' urging coordinated action on shared political and security challenges.
Al-Alimi, in turn, praised Iraq's political recovery, calling Baghdad's reinvigorated role in the region a sign of 'substantial progress.'
The meeting also touched on several key regional issues. On Yemen, Hussein reaffirmed Iraq's support for a 'peaceful political resolution,' stressing that a stable, inclusive Yemen is essential to broader Middle Eastern security.
The two expressed support for Syria 's territorial integrity, rejecting any form of foreign interference. They also condemned ongoing Israeli actions in Palestine, calling for urgent international intervention to protect civilians and halt violations.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Shafaq News
23 minutes ago
- Shafaq News
Trump: Putin talks in Alaska can bring Ukraine peace deal
Shafaq News – Washington / Moscow US President Donald Trump on Thursday asserted that his upcoming meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin could lead to an agreement to end the war in Ukraine. In a radio interview with Fox News, Trump indicated that his threat of sanctions may have influenced Putin's request for the talks, adding that both economic incentives and punitive measures are 'very powerful' tools, stressing that it is up to Putin to choose. He stated that penalties are ready to be imposed if no agreement is reached, pointing out that his warning had prompted Putin to seek the meeting. Trump revealed that the discussions will include exchanges on borders and territorial issues. He acknowledged uncertainty over achieving an immediate ceasefire and noted that it was still unclear whether the upcoming press conferences would be joint. If the Alaska talks succeed, he will contact Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and European leaders, but will refrain from doing so if the meeting ends poorly. The US president also disclosed that three locations are under consideration for a follow-up meeting with Putin after the Alaska summit. US Senator Marco Rubio stressed that security guarantees should form part of any peace framework, acknowledging that discussions must also address disputes over territory and annexation claims. However, the Russian Interfax news agency, quoting Kremlin sources, reported that no documents are expected to be signed at the US-Russia summit in Alaska. Officials cautioned that predicting the outcome of the high-level negotiations would be a 'serious mistake.'
Shafaq News
4 hours ago
- Shafaq News
Iraqi airstrike hits ISIS hideouts in southern Kirkuk
Shafaq News – Kirkuk On Tuesday, Iraq's Air Force targeted ISIS positions in the Wadi al-Shay area, south of Kirkuk province, a security source told Shafaq News. Wadi al-Shay in southern Kirkuk is one of Iraq's most challenging terrains, characterized by dense vegetation, rugged hills, and interlinked valleys that provide natural concealment. Its location forms a vital corridor connecting Kirkuk to the Hamrin Mountains and extending toward Diyala and Saladin provinces, making it a key route for the movement of fighters, weapons, and supplies. The source revealed that the operation destroyed key targets and reduced the group's capabilities in the area. The strike was based on precise intelligence indicating movements of terrorist elements in the valley, the source stated, pointing out that security forces continue field operations to track remnants of armed groups and secure surrounding areas, with the situation under control and no immediate threats to civilians. Since early 2025, Iraqi security forces have stepped up operations against ISIS remnants, eliminating senior leaders and dismantling active cells. Supported by the US-led Global Coalition, authorities are using advanced intelligence and forensic tools, including DNA analysis, to identify militants and stabilize volatile areas.
Shafaq News
4 hours ago
- Shafaq News
Iraq's al-Sadr rejects missile displays during Arbaeen
Shafaq News – Baghdad Iraqi Patriotic Shiite Movement (Sadrist) Leader Muqtada al-Sadr condemned, on Thursday, the display of missile replicas in religious shrines during the Arbaeen pilgrimage, one of the world's largest annual Shiite gatherings commemorating the martyrdom of the third Shia Imam Hussein bin Ali. 'Militarizing shrines is forbidden,' Al-Sadr said in a brief handwritten note circulated by media outlets linked to his movement. His remarks came after videos surfaced showing pilgrims making missile-launch gestures—apparently referencing recent Iranian strikes on Israel—and exhibits inside the Imam Hussein shrine in Karbala featuring missile models widely interpreted as symbols of Iranian military power. The controversy coincided with an unannounced visit by Iranian officials to Iraq. Earlier this week, Israeli Army Spokesperson Avichay Adraee denounced the displays, alleging they glorify attacks by Iran's regional proxies 'who have suffered repeated defeats over the past two years.' Al-Sadr has long opposed pulling Iraq into regional conflicts, frequently clashing with Iran-backed factions. In June, he called for keeping Iraq out of the Iran–Israel confrontation, but accused Israel of crossing red lines with US support, warning that Iran might not be the last target if tensions continue to escalate.
