Baghdad:Prime Minister Ali Falih Al-Zaidi praised the stance of factions committed to addressing weaponry issues in line with the Constitution, affirming Iraq’s established political, economic, and security sovereignty.

According to the Iraqi News Agency, the Prime Minister presided over the ‘Sovereignty Day’ conference, attended by key figures including Parliament Speaker Haibat Al-Halbousi and Kurdistan Region President Nechirvan Barzani, along with other officials and leaders.

In his address, Al-Zaidi emphasized Iraq’s achievements in securing its sovereignty, highlighting the country’s resilience in overcoming significant challenges. He noted that Iraq’s sovereignty is reinforced by the rule of law and the control of national wealth.

Al-Zaidi outlined key achievements such as the withdrawal of foreign forces, the unification of Peshmerga forces, and the regulation of weaponry under constitutional guidelines. He also announced the initiation of a national air defense system.

The Prime Minister called for a continued commitment from factions to uphold these milestones, stressing the importance of national unity and economic resilience in facing global changes. He concluded by celebrating the achievements of Iraq’s armed forces as symbols of the nation’s sovereignty.