Ankara: Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani visited the mausoleum of the founder of the Turkish Republic, Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, in Ankara and laid a wreath on it.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, this gesture by al-Sudani underscores the significance of Ataturk’s legacy and highlights the diplomatic ties between Iraq and Turkey. The visit to the mausoleum is seen as a mark of respect and acknowledgment of the historical influence Ataturk has had in shaping modern Turkey.

Al-Sudani’s visit is part of a broader engagement between the two nations, emphasizing mutual respect and cooperation on various fronts. The laying of the wreath symbolizes a moment of remembrance and tribute to Ataturk’s contributions to Turkey’s national identity and its foundational values.