Baghdad: Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Fuad Hussein affirmed on Monday Iraq’s support for any effort that contributes to enhancing regional security and stability. A statement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that “Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Fuad Hussein received a phone call from Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi, during which he briefed him on the latest developments in the Iranian-American negotiations that took place in the Omani capital, Muscat.”

According to National Iraqi News Agency, Araqchi explained that “the negotiations between the Iranian and American sides went well,” noting that “the nuclear project was discussed.” He confirmed that “the second round of talks will be held soon in the Italian capital, Rome, also under the auspices of the Sultanate of Oman.”

The statement indicated that the Foreign Minister, for his part, expressed his satisfaction with the ongoing dialogue, appreciating the positive role played by the Sultanate of Oman in facilitating the negotiations, stressing “Iraq’s support for any effort that contributes to enhancing regional security and stability.” The statement concluded by saying that “Araghchi extended an official invitation to Fuad Hussein to visit the Islamic Republic of Iran, within the framework of supporting bilateral dialogue and strengthening relations between the two countries.”