FM Meets President of International Crisis Group to Discuss Security Developments in Iraq and the Region

Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Fuad Hussein, met on Thursday, 22 October 2026, in Baghdad with Robert Malley, President of the International Crisis Group and former US negotiator on the Iranian nuclear file.

During the meeting, the two sides reviewed the role of the International Crisis Group and the assessments and studies it provides on crises and challenges facing the world. The Minister also outlined the security and military situation in Iraq, particularly following the withdrawal of International Coalition forces from the country.

Both sides exchanged views on regional developments and discussed potential risks in the coming days amid escalating tensions and the possibility of a widening conflict between the United States of America and Iran.

The Minister also highlighted Iraq’s role in the region and its efforts to promote dialogue and de-escalation, as well as the Iraqi initiative presented during the G8 countries meeting.