Iraq summoned Ruth Coverdale, the British charge d'affaires in Baghdad, to deliver a formal protest regarding comments made by UK ambassador Stephen Hickey, who is currently outside the country. The Foreign Ministry in a statement expressed dissatisfact…  | By diplomaticbriefing on August 20, 2024 | Iraq summoned Ruth Coverdale, the British charge d'affaires in Baghdad, to deliver a formal protest regarding comments made by UK ambassador Stephen Hickey, who is currently outside the country. The Foreign Ministry in a statement expressed dissatisfaction with the ambassador's remarks, which were deemed to interfere with Iraq's internal security and political matters. (https://www.yenisafak.com/en/news/iraq-summons-british-charge-daffaires-over-controversial-remarks-by-uk-ambassador-3689407) The ministry emphasized that Hickey's comments painted a "grim picture" of Iraq's government and its components, saying it is a violation of the diplomatic duties expected from an ambassador. The ministry stressed the importance of focusing on mutual interests and avoiding actions or statements that contradict the serious efforts being undertaken by Iraq's government and its constitutional institutions. | | | |  | You can also reply to this email to leave a comment. | | | | |
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