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Iraqi News
05-05-2025
- Politics
- Iraqi News
Al-Mashhadani returns to Baghdad after participating in the Arab Parliamentary Union
Parliament Speaker Mahmoud Al-Mashhadani returned to Baghdad on Monday after participating in the 38th conference of the Arab Parliamentary Union, held in Algeria. "Al-Mashhadani arrived in Baghdad after participating in the 38th conference of the Arab Parliamentary Union, held in Algeria with the participation of several heads of Arab parliaments and councils," said the media office of the Speaker of Parliament in a statement received by the Iraqi News Agency - INA. The conference sessions witnessed "extensive discussions on regional and international issues, foremost among which is the Palestinian issue, in addition to discussing ways to develop the union's charter and enhance joint Arab parliamentary action to confront current challenges." Al-Mashhadani delivered Iraq's speech at the conference and held a series of bilateral meetings with a number of his Arab counterparts, addressing "ways to enhance cooperation and strengthen bilateral relations between Iraq and sister countries."
Qatar Tribune
05-05-2025
- Politics
- Qatar Tribune
Arab Parliamentary Union commends Qatar's efforts in supporting Palestinian cause
ALGIERS: The Arab Parliamentary Union (APU) has praised the prominent role played by the State of Qatar in supporting the Palestinian cause, appreciating its efforts to continue delivering humanitarian and relief aid to the Gaza Strip. This came in the final statement issued by the Union's 38th conference, held in Algeria over two days under the theme 'The Role of the Arab Parliamentary Union in Light of Regional and International Changes', with the participation of the heads of Arab parliaments and legislative councils. The State delegation to the conference was headed by Speaker of the Shura Council HE Hassan bin Abdullah Al Ghanim. Conference participants emphasized the centrality of the Palestinian cause and the importance of unifying Arab efforts to confront regional and international challenges. The final statement noted Qatari initiatives, in coordination with international and regional organizations, that have contributed to providing essential food, medical, and relief supplies and alleviating the suffering of civilians amid the catastrophic conditions in the Gaza Strip. It also commended the ongoing efforts of the State of Qatar and the Arab Republic of Egypt to de-escalate the situation in Gaza, reach a permanent ceasefire agreement, ensure the entry of humanitarian aid, redeploy Israeli forces, exchange prisoners, return displaced persons, and facilitate treatment for the wounded. The conference welcomed the step taken by the State of Qatar in submitting a written memorandum to the International Court of Justice requesting an advisory opinion on Israel's obligations regarding the activities of the United Nations, other international organizations, and third states, stressing the importance of this memorandum in supporting relief and humanitarian organizations and ensuring a decent living for the Palestinian people. The conference also commended the Turkish National Assembly's initiative to establish the 'Parliamentary Group in Support of Palestine', with the aim of unifying international parliamentary efforts to defend the Palestinian cause and support the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people, including ending the occupation, rejecting settlement activity, and preserving the religious character of Jerusalem, in addition to keeping the Palestinian issue on the agenda of international parliamentary forums. The statement called on parliaments and legislative councils that are members of the Arab Parliamentary Union and all other international parliaments to join this group to strengthen a unified global parliamentary front. It stressed that Palestine will remain the Arab nation's first and foremost cause, reiterating his categorical rejection of all Israeli schemes aimed at displacing Palestinians and changing the demographic character of the occupied territories, especially Jerusalem. He also emphasized his rejection of imposing a fait accompli or any form of forced displacement, considering it a crime against humanity. The conference called for continued political support to mobilize international support for the Palestinian people and the preservation of their rights, stressing that a just and comprehensive peace can only be achieved through the withdrawal of the occupation from all occupied Arab territories to the borders of June 4, 1967, and the empowerment of the Palestinian people to establish their independent state with Jerusalem as its capital. The statement condemned the occupation's policies, including the establishment of a 'voluntary departure' agency, settlement expansion, and racist calls to destroy Al Aqsa Mosque. It warned of the danger of Israeli provocations targeting the legal and historical status of Jerusalem, and called for urgent international action to protect the holy sites. The statement emphasized that the Arab Parliamentary Union will remain the voice of the nation, defending Arab rights and protecting national sovereignty. It also emphasized the need to strengthen the Union's role in addressing regional and international changes, developing parliamentary legislation, and promoting joint Arab action. The 38th Conference of the Arab Parliamentary Union discussed a number of topics, most notably enhancing Arab parliamentary cooperation to address current challenges, exploring mechanisms that contribute to supporting joint parliamentary action, and consolidating the Union's role in serving Arab issues on the regional and international arenas.
Saba Yemen
03-05-2025
- Politics
- Saba Yemen
Arab Parliamentary Union calls for international community to shoulder its responsibilities regarding Gaza
Algeria - Saba: The Arab Parliamentary Union called on Saturday for a "unified Arab action" to hold the international community accountable for its legal and moral responsibilities regarding the ongoing genocide being perpetrated in the Gaza Strip. This came at the opening of the 38th conference of the Union in Algeria. Whatsapp Telegram Email Print
Iraqi News
03-05-2025
- Politics
- Iraqi News
Iraq Calls for Including Support for Palestine, Yemen, and Syria in Arab Parliamentary Union Statement
Baghdad - INA Parliament Speaker Mahmoud al-Mashhadani called on Saturday for discussion and inclusion in the final statement of the Arab Parliamentary Union conference a full paragraph urging support for Palestine, assistance for Yemen, support for Syria, and support for other countries and efforts to address their problems and crises in a manner that achieves the necessary Arab unity. The media office of the Speaker of Parliament said in a statement received by the Iraqi News Agency (INA): "Parliament Speaker Mahmoud al-Mashhadani delivered the speech of the Republic of Iraq on the proceedings of the 38th Conference of the Arab Parliamentary Union held in Algeria." First, I can only express my deep happiness and gratitude for being among you, under the umbrella of the Arab Parliamentary Union, as it holds its 38th conference. Perhaps this happiness is doubled because I am in the midst of my second country, the land that pulsates with heroism and an honorable history, the proud land of Algeria. Distinguished Guests Our conference is being held today at a critical and delicate moment in the nation's history, a fateful moment unlike any before it. The organizers have taken note of the critical and acute changes, making them their title and slogan, and rightly so. Beloved Palestine is groaning with wounds and destruction, proud Gaza is bleeding martyrs, displaced, and starved, Yemen has long since departed from its happiness, Lebanon is riddled with wounds, and sisterly Syria is shaking off the dust of tyranny and destruction, awaiting the aid of its brothers so that it can once again return to them, active and influential... indeed, it will inevitably return. Today, we are following with deep concern these Arab developments, as well as the regional transformations, which call for a unified Arab stance, a positive vision, and outcomes that express the true meaning of the nation, which carries the meaning of unity and goodness as long as it adheres to the causes of progress and takes pride in its identity. Since the beginning of the Zionist aggression against Gaza and Palestine, Iraq has been aware of the seriousness of what is happening and what is being planned, and has warned of the consequences of this conflict, which today—given its magnitude and intensity—requires exceptional Arab action to halt the machine of war and destruction, rebuild the land, and restore the rights of its owners. Just as it firmly believed that we are in one boat, our sorrow and joy, our future and destiny are one, and we are one body. If a person in Gaza complains, the people of Damascus, Sana'a, Algeria, and all Arab countries will rush to their aid and assistance. In order for our meeting to have a greater impact on the scene and to produce practical measures awaited by all members of our nation, I invite you to discuss and include in the final statement a full paragraph supporting Palestine, Yemen, Syria, and other countries, and supporting and working to address their problems and crises in a manner that achieves the necessary Arab unity. Thank you for listening. We wish the conference every success. May God's peace, mercy, and blessings be upon you.
Iraqi News
03-05-2025
- Politics
- Iraqi News
Iraq participates in the opening session of the Arab Parliamentary Union
Iraqi Parliament Speaker Mahmoud Al-Mashhadani participated in the opening session of the Arab Parliamentary Union held in Algeria on Saturday. "The Iraqi parliamentary delegation participated in the opening session of the Arab Parliamentary Union, entitled 'The Role of the Arab Parliamentary Union in Light of Regional and International Changes,' held in Algeria," said the Speaker's Media Office in a statement received by the Iraqi News Agency - INA. The opening session included a welcoming speech to the delegations participating in the Union session, followed by the approval of the agenda. The second session included interventions by the participating countries regarding amending the Union's charter, the report of the President and Secretary-General of the Union, and the development of a bylaw that meets the aspirations of all participating countries and their peoples. Al-Mashhadani urged the heads of parliaments and representative councils to "expedite the completion of the required amendments to devote themselves to the crucial issues facing the Arab nation today, given the ongoing transformations." "An agreement today means an agreement tomorrow, and a disagreement today means no agreement after that," he highlighted. Al-Mashhadani is scheduled to hold a number of side meetings with his counterparts from the countries participating in the meeting to discuss issues of common interest.
