Baghdad: Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein and his Egyptian counterpart, Badr Abdel-Aty, emphasized the importance of intensifying efforts to end the war and prevent its escalation. A statement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs indicated that Deputy Prime Minister, Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein discussed, during a telephone call with Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdel-Aty, developments in the ongoing conflict in the region and the war against Iran, and their repercussions on regional security and stability.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, both sides stressed the necessity of continuing the peaceful path through negotiations between the United States and the Islamic Republic of Iran, prioritizing dialogue and diplomacy, and avoiding the military option. They also emphasized the importance of strengthening coordination and cooperation with other countries to intensify efforts aimed at ending the war and preventing its escalation.

The statement highlighted that both sides agreed on the danger of expanding the conflict to include other countries in the region, given the grave repercussions this would have on regional security. The two sides also discussed the consequences of a prolonged war, particularly the potential security implications, the possibility of escalating chaos, and the negative impact on the region’s economic situation.