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Shafaq News
13-05-2025
- Politics
- Shafaq News
Arab Summit: Baghdad fully secured with no visible armed presence
Shafaq News/ Iraq's Ministry of Defense has completed all necessary preparations to secure the upcoming 34 th Arab League Summit scheduled for Saturday, May 17, in Baghdad, ensuring the city is ready for the high-profile event. Tahseen Al-Khafaji, the Ministry's Director of Media and Moral Guidance, told Shafaq News that "forces from the Baghdad Operations Command and affiliated units are fully mobilized, with all necessary capabilities and resources deployed across all sectors,' highlighting the collaborative effort with the Supreme Security Committee, led by Minister of Interior, Abdul Amir Al-Shammari. The official emphasized that "preparations have been underway for about a month," with units and resources specifically assigned to support the security plan. 'The approach will focus on intelligence and security measures, without a visible armed presence.' Earlier today, Baghdad hosted the Economic and Social Council meeting at the ministerial level, part of preparations for the 5th Arab Economic and Social Development Summit. Iraq Already on Alert To accommodate the event, the Iraqi government has announced a suspension of public sector work in the capital on Thursday, May 15, and Sunday, May 18 — except for the Ministry of Education — and imposed a ten-day ban on protests. Prime Minister and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, has directed continuous coordination among security agencies to ensure the success of both the Arab and Development Summits, viewing their successful organization as both a political and security victory. The Supreme Security Committee revealed that 600 officers and personnel have been selected for high-level protection training, including securing hotels and the airport, while minimizing the visibility of armed personnel. Beyond security, the country has made significant infrastructural investments to ensure the success of the summits. The Baghdad Municipality has completed 84 projects, improving key roads and areas throughout the city.
Shafaq News
07-05-2025
- Politics
- Shafaq News
Arab League summit preparation: Baghdad Airport sees security overhaul
Shafaq News/ Iraqi authorities have removed visible armed presences and reinforced security at Baghdad International Airport ahead of the 34th Arab League Summit, a spokesperson for the Supreme Security Committee announced on Wednesday. In a press briefing, Muqdad Miri confirmed that a directive from the Commander-In-Chief of the Armed Forces, PM Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani, has tasked the Ministry of Interior with summit security. A detailed security plan has been put in place, covering the safety of delegations, guests, and participants, along with emergency protocols. The committee is also overseeing guest movements, security checks, and customs procedures for contracted companies. As part of the preparations, 600 officers have been selected for VIP protection duties, and senior officers have been assigned to manage accommodation logistics in coordination with intelligence services. A dedicated security force will also protect key hotels, while armed presences have been concealed. Security around the airport and access routes has been bolstered. The 34th Arab League Summit is set to take place in Baghdad on May 17, 2025. Final preparations are being made for hospitality services, transportation, and attendee badges. Air defense units will secure Baghdad's airspace, and authorities confirmed that roads will remain open and daily life in the capital will continue without disruption.
Saba Yemen
28-02-2025
- Politics
- Saba Yemen
Al-Ruwaishan congratulates revolution Leader & president on advent of holy month of Ramadan
Sana'a (Saba) - Deputy Prime Minister for Defense and Security Affairs - Chairman of the Supreme Security Committee, Lieutenant General Jalal Al-Ruwaishan, sent a congratulatory telegram to the leader of the revolution, Sayyed Abdul-Malik Badr al-Din al-Houthi, and Mahdi al-Mashat, President of the Supreme Political Council - Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, and members of the Council on the advent of the holy month of Ramadan. Whatsapp Telegram Email Print more of (Local)
