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Riyadh — Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Faleh Al-Zaidi vehemently denounced the recent assaults on Saudi Arabia, encompassing the assault on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, during a gathering with Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman at Al-Yamamah Palace on Wednesday. Al-Zaidi emphasized Iraq's dedication to preventing Iraqi soil from being utilized as a launchpad for attacks on Saudi Arabia or other nations in the area.

During the meeting at the Royal Court, the two leaders exchanged insights on regional happenings and synchronized measures to bolster security and stability throughout the region. Al-Zaidi expressed Iraq's robust condemnation of the assault on King Khalid International Airport and other strikes directed at civilian facilities and critical infrastructure in Saudi Arabia, characterizing them as threats to regional security and stability.

He underscored that Iraq would not permit its territory to serve as a launching ground for any aggression or actions that could jeopardize the Kingdom's or neighboring countries' security.

The Iraqi prime minister also reiterated Baghdad's commitment to the concepts of good neighborliness and respect for Saudi Arabia's and other countries' sovereignty in the region. The discussion also encompassed bilateral relations between Saudi Arabia and Iraq and avenues for expanding cooperation across diverse sectors. Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman underscored the Kingdom's commitment to enhancing cooperation with Iraq in all domains, particularly security coordination.