Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein Receives Phone Call from Iranian Counterpart to Discuss Developments in the Ongoing Conflict and Warn Against its Expansion into Gulf Region 

On Monday, June 16, 2025, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mr. Fuad Hussein received a phone call from Foreign Minister of the Islamic Republic of Iran Mr. Abbas Araghchi, in which they discussed recent developments in the region in light of the ongoing military escalation.

This represent the second communication between the two ministers since the start of the attack on the Islamic Republic of Iran, reflecting continued communication and political coordination in response to the current crisis.

During the call, Minister Araghchi stated that Iran is closely monitoring the military developments, emphasizing that “Israel is seeking to expand the scope of the war to include the Gulf region”,  indicating that Iran’s position is clear in rejecting the expansion of the conflict, whether geographically or toward any other state. In addition Minister Araghchi affirmed that the ongoing operations are part of a “defensive response” to Israeli attacks and are not intended to escalate the confrontation with other parties.

On his part, Minister Fuad Hussein reiterated Iraq’s clear and consistent position in opposing the aggression. 

The Minister emphasized that the Iraqi government continues its extensive efforts through diplomatic channels to prevent further escalation and to work toward a ceasefire. 

Additionally, Minister Hussein underscored the importance of maintaining a firm stance against the expansion of the conflict—either geographically or in terms of involved parties—warning of the potential consequences for regional security and stability.

Minister Hussein affirmed that Iraq remains committed to playing a constructive regional and international role in de-escalating tensions and containing the crisis through political and diplomatic means.