Baghdad:Prime Minister and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Ali Falih Al-Zaidi, has asserted that the Iraqi Intelligence Service should remain independent and free from any partisan, factional, or sectarian power-sharing arrangements. Al-Zaidi emphasized that the Service acts as a crucial protective shield for the nation.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, Al-Zaidi made these remarks during a visit to the headquarters of the Iraqi National Intelligence Service. During the visit, he met with leadership and officers, acknowledging their sacrifices and significant contributions over the years.

Al-Zaidi further pledged to support the Intelligence Service by fulfilling its requirements and enhancing its capabilities. He stressed the importance of employing the latest scientific and technical methods to bolster the agency’s development. Moreover, he called for maximum effort in defending Iraq’s security and stability, amid ongoing regional crises and conflicts, highlighting the need for intensified security operations.