Iran and Iraq Urged to Maintain Strong Ties Despite Comments

Iran's foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, spoke with Iraq's foreign minister, Fuad Hussein, by phone. Araghchi said the important relationship between Iran and Iraq should not be harmed by certain personal and unofficial remarks. This statement was reported by Iran's state news agency IRNA. Araghchi described the ties between the two countries as deep and strategic. He said they are based on history, culture, religion, and shared interests. The two ministers also talked about recent events in the region. They discussed US military attacks on Iran and what Araghchi called repeated violations of the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding. The exact nature of these violations was not detailed in the report. Iran and Iraq share a long border and have close ties. Iraq has a large Shia Muslim population, which has strong religious links to Iran. The two countries have worked together on various issues, including security and trade. Araghchi's call appears to be an effort to keep the relationship stable despite any recent disagreements or comments. The call shows that both sides want to maintain friendly relations. No further details were given about the personal remarks mentioned. The conversation highlights the importance both countries place on their relationship.