Baghdad - Iraqi Prime Minister Muhammad Shiaa Al-Sudani held a phone conversation with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, focusing on bilateral relations and the ongoing crisis in the Gaza Strip. The call addressed the deteriorating humanitarian conditions in Gaza and the challenges facing its civilian population.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, the Prime Minister reiterated Iraq's steadfast position on the Palestinian issue, emphasizing the Palestinian people's right to dignity and condemning the ongoing aggression against Gaza and its civilians. Al-Sudani specifically highlighted the impact on children and women, the tightening siege, and the deprivation of essential needs like food and medicine.

During the conversation, Al-Sudani called on major and influential countries to take action to protect international law, which he stated was being violated by the occupation authorities. He stressed the need for adherence to international legitimacy.

Canadian Prime Minister Trudeau emphasized Canada's commitment to establishing a humanitarian truce in Gaza to facilitate the delivery of aid to civilians. He expressed Canada's desire to collaborate with Iraq in seeking resolutions to the crisis and achieving peace in the region.