Statement by Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Iraq

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs appreciates the statements and positions of brotherly and friendly countries and their standing by the government and people of Iraq following the fire that occurred on Monday evening 12/7/2021, at the “Imam Hussein” Hospital in Dhi Qar Governorate, which took the lives and injuried dozens of people, expressing their sincere condolences and sincere sympathy to the government and the people of Iraq on this painful affliction.  

We renew our great thanks and appreciation for the international position in support of the Iraqi people, and we pray to Allah to give mercy and forgiveness to the souls of the martyrs, to give patience and solace to their families, and a speedy recovery to the wounded.  

Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Baghdad