Statement

The Foreign Ministry expresses its sincere condolences and deepest sympathy to the leadership and people of the Islamic Republic of Iran, over the passing of President Ebrahim Raisi, the Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian, and the delegation accompanying them in the unfortunate plane crash in northern Iran.

The Ministry also expresses the sympathy of the government and people of Iraq with the Islamic Republic in this painful tragedy. In addition to Iraq affirms that it stands by Iran during this difficult time of the great loss of its leaders.

We ask Allah the Almighty to extend his mercy to them, and grant their families patience and solace.

Foreign Ministry of the Republic of Iraq
May 20, 2024