Iraq vows not to allow attacks on Saudi Arabia from its territory

Iraq has assured Saudi Arabia that its territory will not be used as a base for launching attacks against the Kingdom or other Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states. This commitment was reiterated during a high-level meeting in Saudi Arabia between Iraqi Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein and Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan.

The discussions focused on strengthening bilateral ties and cooperation across various sectors. Both ministers also exchanged views on pressing regional issues. A core tenet of their agreement was the mutual respect for national sovereignty and the principle of non-interference in the internal affairs of other states.

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Iraq has reaffirmed its commitment not to allow its territory or airspace to be used as a launch point for any attacks targeting Saudi Arabia, Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) member states, or other countries in the region.

Furthermore, both sides explicitly rejected the use of any country's territory to undermine the security and stability of others. This joint stance underscores a shared desire for regional peace and security, with Iraq specifically renewing its pledge to prevent its land or air space from becoming a launchpad for threats.

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Both sides stressed the importance of respecting national sovereignty, maintaining good neighborly relations, refraining from interference in the internal affairs of states, and rejecting the use of any country's territory to threaten the security and stability of others.