Fuad Hussein and Djiboutian Counterpart Discuss Regional War Implications and Warn of Escalating Consequences

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Iraq, H.E. Mr. Fuad Hussein, held a phone call on Tuesday, 10 March 2026, with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Djibouti, H.E. Mr. Abdulkader Houssein Omar, during which they discussed developments in the region amid the ongoing military escalation and the repercussions of the war on the security and stability of countries in the region.

During the call, H.E. the Djiboutian Foreign Minister expressed his country’s full solidarity with the Republic of Iraq, both its leadership and people, affirming Djibouti’s support for all efforts undertaken by Iraq to safeguard its security, stability, and sovereignty.

H.E. also condemned attacks targeting the Republic of Iraq and its people from any party, stressing the importance of respecting Iraq’s sovereignty and territorial integrity and not exposing its security and stability to any threats.

The two sides also discussed the dangers posed by the continuation of the war that began with the aggression against the Islamic Republic of Iran and the serious consequences it may have for regional security and stability.

Both ministers warned of the risks of further escalation and the widening of the conflict, along with its potential regional and international repercussions. They emphasized the importance of intensifying diplomatic efforts and joint action to reach a ceasefire and contain the escalation, in a way that contributes to restoring calm and stability to the region.