Terrorist activity in Syria, situation resembles 2003 Iraq: Al-Sudani
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Iraq has launched joint operations with Jordan and the International Coalition in light of the volatile Syria situation.
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A Syrian man waves to Israeli soldiers as he approaches to negotiate with them, where they set their new position after they advanced from Golan to Maariyah village in southern Syria, Thursday, Dec. 19, 2024. (AP)
Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammad Shia al-Sudani expressed concerns regarding the situation in Syria, given the presence of armed groups and ISIS forces.
Speaking to the Iraqi Channel, al-Sudani revealed that Iraq has already recorded ISIS movements in Syria, prompting the initiation of joint operations with Jordan and the International Coalition.
The prime minister further reiterated Iraq's wariness for the security and unity of Syrian territories, as well as its respect for the Syrian people's choice.
Moreover, Iraq has taken action within the region and led diplomatic efforts to agree on the general principles regarding the Syrian issue, according to an Iraqi official. "The Syrian situation is similar to the Iraqi situation in 2003, and this compels us to offer advice to avoid the mistakes we made," he added.
In this context, the Iraqi Prime Minister expressed hope that the Syrian administration would recognize the concerns of Arab and regional countries and provide guarantees and positive signals. He also confirmed that Iraq "has not received any contact from al-Jolani."
'Iraq preparing for all field scenarios' amid Syria events: PMF Chief
The Head of Iraq's Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF), Faleh al-Fayyad, stressed the need to prepare to confront the enemies' diverse and various plots, urging readiness and the necessity to learn from requisites across neighboring countries, as well as domestic events that occurred in 2014.
In a speech delivered at the Anbar Operations Command on Friday, al-Fayyad stressed that Iraq was preparing for any possible field scenarios, expressing a strong commitment to the people of Iraq and their achievements, especially in light of developments in Syria.
"Today's Iraq does not resemble that of 2014", he emphasized, stressing that no one was allowed to violate its territory or sovereignty. "We will spare no effort in deterring anyone who dares threaten the security of Iraq," he warned.
Al-Fayyad also confirmed that the armed forces, the military, the PMF, and the Ministry of Interior have made joint efforts to maintain border security, stressing the importance of "upholding unity and being as resolute as a sword's edge in facing anyone who seeks to undermine the security of the Anbar province and Iraq."
