Baghdad: Iraq affirms the need to protect the interests of the Yemeni people and promote stability and development. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs reaffirmed today, Friday, the Republic of Iraq’s unwavering position calling for the preservation of Yemen’s security and stability.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, in an official statement, the Ministry said that it is “following the ongoing political and security developments in the brotherly Republic of Yemen,” emphasizing “the Republic of Iraq’s firm position calling for the preservation of Yemen’s security and stability, in line with the aspirations of its brotherly people to live in peace.”

The Ministry expressed its hope that “regional and international efforts will contribute to supporting the path to stability in Yemen, thereby enhancing the chances of de-escalation and creating the appropriate conditions for reaching sustainable solutions.” It also commended the efforts aimed at consolidating peace, stressing the need to safeguard the interests of the brotherly Yemeni people and support all that would promote stability and development.

The Ministry stressed the importance of continuing constructive dialogue between the various Yemeni parties, as the best way to reach comprehensive and peaceful solutions that contribute to alleviating the suffering of the Yemeni people.