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Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar announced on Monday that he had sent a letter to the UN Security Council asking them to put pressure on the Iraqi government to stop attacks launched on the Jewish state by “militias loyal to Iran.”
In recent months, Iraqi armed groups loyal to Iran, known as the “Islamic Resistance in Iraq,” have announced several drone attacks on targets in Israel in solidarity with the Gaza Strip. Israel announced that its air defenses intercepted several of them.
In early October, Israel announced that two of its soldiers were killed when a drone exploded in an attack carried out from Iraq. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed the next day that his country was “defending itself on seven fronts,” including the front of “Shiite militias in Iraq.” ” Since then, tensions have increased within Iraq, and Baghdad, which rejects the war in Gaza and Lebanon, has intensified its diplomatic efforts to prevent the war from spreading to it.
Decision of peace and war
Baghdad reminded on Tuesday that “the decision on peace and war is within the jurisdiction of the Iraqi government alone, and that they are continuing their measures to prevent the use of land” Iraq to launch any attack. ” She pointed out that these measures “have already led to the seizure of weapons intended to be launched,” noting that she “legally prosecutes anyone who ‘participating in such activities that threaten the security and territorial integrity of Iraq.’
Sa’ar emphasized in his message on Monday that “Israel has the right to defend itself, as specified in the Charter of the United Nations, and to take all necessary measures to protect itself and its citizens from actions hostile (…) of the Senate. militias supported by Iran in Iraq.” Baghdad considered the text “a dangerous escalation and an attempt to manipulate international public opinion to justify the attack,” criticizing “the threats of the entity’s authorities strongly” aimed at ” expand the scope of the regional conflict” towards Iraq.
He renewed support for “the brothers from the countries under attack,” calling on “all actors to reject escalation, prioritize dialogue, and adhere to the principles of international law.”
Iraq’s National Security Council agreed to the request that the UN Security Council “take immediate and preventive measures against the authorities of the occupying entity and work to hold them accountable for their violations of international law.” “
As of Monday night, Iraqi armed groups announced that they attacked a “critical” target in southern Israel and another “military” target in the north, “with drones.”
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The rule of law. However, we also wish to maintain our diplomatic relations with Iran, which is a neighboring country and an important player in the region. The challenge lies in ensuring that our legal actions do not disrupt our diplomatic engagements, and Iraq will strive to walk this fine line carefully.
World Today News: Good day, Ladies and Gentlemen. We have with us today two esteemed guests to discuss the recent developments between Iraq and Israel. Mr. Ahmed Jabbar, an international relations expert from Baghdad University, and Mr. Avi Yitzhaki, a Middle East analyst from The Hebrew University of Jerusalem.
Firstly, Mr. Jabbar, could you please share your insights on the Iraqi government’s rejection of the letter sent by Israel to the UN Security Council requesting pressure on Iraq to halt attacks from Iran-backed groups?
Ahmed Jabbar: Thank you for having me. Iraq’s categorical rejection of Israel’s letter to the UN Security Council is a clear message that the country will not succumb to external pressures and interventions. The Iraqi government has maintained its firm stance on maintaining its sovereignty and territorial integrity. The statement released by the National Security Council emphasizes this commitment. The government considers Israel’s actions as an attempt to justify potential aggression against Iraq.
World Today News: Absolutely, and Mr. Yitzhaki, what’s your take on this situation? Do you think Israel’s actions are justified given the recent drone attacks from Iraqi soil?
Avi Yitzhaki: Thank you for having me as well. Israel has the right to defend itself, as per the Charter of the United Nations, and the recent escalation of attacks from Iran-backed groups in Iraq justifies Israel’s actions. The attacks on Israeli territory present a clear threat, and the Israeli government is merely requesting the UN Security Council to pressure the Iraqi government to take measures to prevent these attacks. Israel has the right to protect its citizens from such threats.
World Today News: Interesting perspective. Moving forward, Mr. Jabbar, Iraq has stated it will prosecute anyone involved in such activities. How does the country plan to balance this stance with maintaining its diplomatic relations with Iran, which supports these militias?
Ahmed Jabbar: Our country has a clear policy of non-interference in the affairs of other countries. Iraq’s decision to prosecute anyone involved in such activities is a legal obligation and shows our commitment to uphold
