Iraqi Foreign Minister and Iranian Foreign Minister meet, emphasize the importance of opening the strait and lifting the maritime blockade

Golden Ten Data reported on June 28, citing Saudi media outlet Al Hadath: The foreign ministers of Iraq and Iran held a press conference in Baghdad. The Iraqi foreign minister stated that the Iranian foreign minister’s visit is of great significance. Iran is an important neighboring country to Iraq. Iraq has played an important role in communication between the US and Iran. I discussed many topics with Aragchi, including bilateral relations and the US-Iran memorandum of understanding. The importance of opening the Strait of Hormuz and lifting the maritime blockade was emphasized. Military operations and the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz have had a negative impact on our economic situation. The closure of the Strait of Hormuz has led to a disruption in Iraq’s oil supply. Iraq does not support expanding the war, nor does it support aggression against Iran. The continuation of the war will lead to the destruction of the region. The region must protect itself.