Baghdad: Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Fuad Hussein has called on Germany and the international community to adopt a resolute position against Zionist violations. This appeal was made during a phone conversation with Johann Wadephul, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Federal Republic of Germany, where they discussed the evolving situation in the Middle East and the security challenges affecting the region amidst recent escalations.
According to National Iraqi News Agency, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs released a statement detailing the exchange between the two officials. The German Foreign Minister reiterated Germany’s commitment to supporting Iraq’s security and stability while emphasizing the importance of keeping Iraq insulated from potential military confrontations and the fallout from regional conflicts.
The statement highlighted Germany’s efforts, in collaboration with regional and international partners, to prevent Iraq from being ensnared in a cycle of violence, underscoring the desire for security and stability in the country. The conversation also stressed the significance of ongoing negotiations between Iran, the United States, and European nations concerning the Iranian nuclear program as a crucial step toward mitigating tensions.
Minister Hussein expressed his appreciation for Germany’s supportive stance towards Iraq while drawing attention to the persistent Zionist violations of Iraqi airspace, which he described as blatant breaches of international law and Iraqi sovereignty. He urged Germany and the international community to adopt a firm position against these violations.
Hussein cautioned that the continuation of regional conflicts and a potential closure of the Strait of Hormuz could result in severe economic disruptions, with oil prices possibly skyrocketing to between $200 and $300 per barrel if military operations ensue. Such developments could exacerbate inflation rates in Europe and complicate the oil export process for producers like Iraq, potentially removing about five million barrels of Gulf and Iraqi oil per day from the market.
He concluded by highlighting that the escalation of conflict could trigger new waves of refugees heading towards Europe, necessitating robust international efforts to address the underlying causes of tension and to pursue diplomatic solutions to de-escalate the situation.