Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Meets US Under Secretary of State for Civilian Security and Human Rights in Washington DC 

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mr. Fuad Hussein met with Under Secretary of State for Civilian Security, Democracy, and Human Rights Ezra Zia, in Washington.

The meeting discussed the crimes committed by Da’esh terrorist organization, including crimes against humanity in the cities of Mosul and Sinjar, their destruction of cultural heritage, and the killings and kidnappings of Yazidi women and children.

Additionally, both sides touched on the Iraqi legislations especially in the field of human rights. The Minister indicated that these legislations is a matter that concerns Iraq and must take into consideration the culture of Iraqi society. Minister Hussein also stressed Iraq’s keenness to protect and develop its relations with other countries on the basis of common interests, and to work to strengthen democratic construction across various state institutions.

The Minister pointed out that Iraq seeks to make human rights an essential part of the culture of society, and to provide an appropriate environment to ensure its sustainability, in addition to strengthening its presence in international forums, which will positively reflect on its foreign relations.