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The Iranian minister also said that Iran and Iraq enjoy a geopolitical connection, comprising ethnic, religious, cultural, economic, and energy elements.
He called for vigilance in the face of plots hatched to damage unity and solitary between the Iranian and Iraqi nations.
“Iran believes in supporting Iraq’s unity and integrity and assisting the country with the process of consolidating its stability and security, development, and prosperity.”
Ashtiani said Tehran and Baghdad needed to improve their military, intelligence, and security coordination as the presence of terrorist groups in Iraq, including in the provinces adjacent to Iran, still posed a threat to the national security of the two countries.
He also expressed Iran’s readiness to provide Iraq with experience to achieve self-reliance in its defense industry.
Abbasi, for his part, said the Iraqi armed forces and nation were still fighting terrorism, appreciating Iran’s assistance as a friendly country in this regard.
“A strong Iran will lead to a strong Iraq and vice versa, and following this path will resolve regional challenges and crises,” he added.