Iran pledges to support Iraq’s anti-terror efforts
Rouhani warns against what he called “plots to divide” Iraq
Tehran: Iranian President Hassan Rouhani pledged on Wednesday to help Iraq in fighting terrorism, and support “real” truce in the conflict-torn country of Yemen.
The Iranian leader made the remarks at a joint press conference with visiting Iraqi President Fuad Masum, Xinhua news agency reported.
“The stability and security of Iraq is important for us, and we consider the security of Iraq as our own security,” Rouhani said.
“As we have proved over the past months, we are ready to provide any assistance to Iraq in fighting terrorism and establishing security and stability in the country,” he said.
The Iranian president warned against what he called “plots to divide” its neighbouring state, adding that Iraq would never allow foreigners to make any decisions for them and for their country.
On his part, the Iraqi president said Iran’s assistance to Iraq to counter Daesh militants has been very valuable.
Iran sent weapons and humanitarian aid to Iraq from the very beginning when his country was engaged in the battle with Daesh and he was grateful for Iran’s help, Masum said.
Daesh is not only a threat to Iraq but to the whole region, he said, urging the regional states to consider terrorism threats seriously.
