Tehran – Ali Akbar Ahmadian, secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council (SNSC), meets Fari al-Faiyad, head of Iraq’s popular mobilization unit (PMU), and hash al-Shaabi. Also known as the discussion of areas that put local pressure on them. Shared development and security concerns.
During Tuesday’s meeting, Ahmadian and al-Faiyad investigated the latest geopolitical changes in the region and explored the pathway to deepen the cooperation of Tehran-Baghdad. Top of the agenda was the persistent threats faced by both countries, including the revival of Daesh Molitanists.
Reaffirming Iran’s unwavering support for Iraq, the Ahmadian highlighted the “close brothers” relationship between the two neighbouring countries. He acknowledged the pivotal role of Hash al-Shaabi in reclaiming Iraqi territory from Daesh, highlighting the contribution of PMU to regional stability.
Despite Dash’s formal defeat in Syria in late 2019 by the Damascus government and its allies, the terrorist groups remained active, launching sporadic attacks in both Iraq and Syria. After the collapse of Bashar al-Assad government in December, concerns have risen over its revival. Iraq has since declared it is ready to stand up to the threat that arises in the wake of this power shift.
“We will not spare any efforts to stop anyone who dares to violate Iraq’s sovereignty and territorial integrity,” Al-Faiyad argued in a statement on December 13th.
Citing an anonymous source, a report from Iraqi’s Almalomev news agency suggests that Daesh is continuing in at least 12 regions of Syria. Surprisingly, almost half of the weapons in the hands of Dash’s militants are believed to be of American origin, and suspected that outside actors could be secretly supplying extremists. It’s promoting.
Tehran’s support for Sudan amidst the identification in internal conflict
At another high-level diplomatic meeting, Ahmadian welcomed Sudan’s Ali Yousef Ahmed Al Sharif to Tehran on Tuesday, where he discussed major bilateral, regional and international issues.
During the discussions, the Ahmadian highlighted the deep-rooted historical ties between Iran and Sudan, recalling Sudan’s longstanding revolutionary and anti-Western stances. He denounces the West for its unconditional support for Israel, in contrast to Sudan’s historical opposition to Zionist policies.
Expressing concern over ongoing violence in Sudan, Ahmadian said, “We are deeply saddened by the suffering of the Sudanian people and firmly support the legal government of the country, which enjoys the support of the majority. “I’m doing that.” He further expressed his hope that Sudan’s instability roots will soon be eradicated.
The Ahmadian highlighted foreign interference as a major factor to prevent Sudan’s peace and unity, and accused the West of promoting conflicts in Muslim countries. “Where there is a Zionist regime, there is chaos and destruction,” he argued, arguing that Sudan’s turmoil was partly due to historic support for the Palestinian cause.
Sudan’s Foreign Minister Al-Sharif celebrated the 46th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution and acknowledged Iran’s unwavering support for Sudan’s stability. He argued that the two-year conflict in Sudan was organized externally with the aim of fragmenting the country and plundering its resources.
He further accused Israel of being behind international conspiracies against both Sudan and the rest of West Asia and East Africa. Expressing his gratitude to Iran for his unwavering support, Al-Sharif said: I am deeply grateful for the solidarity that Iranian allies show. ”
Looking ahead, Al-Sharif highlighted Sudan’s commitment to strengthening its strategic and long-term relationship with Iran, particularly during the post-conflict reconstruction phase.