Clarification Regarding the Syrian Foreign Minister’s Visit to Iraq

With regard to what was reported in the media outlets the Foreign Ministry would like to clarify the following: 

The Syrian Foreign Minister Mr. Asaad Al Shaibani, had previously received an official invitation from Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mr. Fuad Hussein to visit Iraq. Minister Al Shaibani expressed his willingness to accept the invitation, which comes within the framework of discussing bilateral relations between the two countries and addressing regional security and political developments. 

The date of the visit will be determined after completing the necessary coordination between the two sides, in a manner that serves common interests.