Foreign Minister Receives Phone Call from Palestinian Foreign Minister and Reaffirms Iraq’s Principled Position

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Iraq, H.E. Mr. Fuad Hussein, received a telephone call on Sunday, 1 March 2026, from the Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates of the State of Palestine, H.E. Ms. Varsen Shahin.

H.E. the minister conveyed the greetings of the Palestinian leadership and government to H.E. Mr. Fuad Hussein and the Iraqi leadership, affirming the deep fraternal ties between the two countries and her country’s commitment to further strengthening them across various fields. H.E. also addressed the misunderstanding that arose following the issuance of a statement concerning the Republic of Iraq’s deposit of its maritime maps with the United Nations, clarifying the circumstances of the matter and offering her apology in this regard.

For his part, H.E. Mr. Fuad Hussein expressed his appreciation for this initiative, commending the spirit of responsibility and the keenness to clarify positions in a manner that enhances mutual trust.

H.E. the Palestinian minister affirmed that the Iraqi people have always stood, and continue to stand, in solidarity with the Palestinian people, praising Iraq’s supportive positions toward the Palestinian cause.

In turn, H.E. Mr. Fuad Hussein stressed that Iraq firmly believes in the justice of the Palestinian cause and that its positions stem from steadfast principles, remaining consistent and supportive of the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people.

The two sides also discussed developments in the region, underscoring the seriousness of the ongoing war and the need to work toward containing its repercussions.

At the conclusion of the call, H.E. the minister renewed his thanks for the communication and frank dialogue, emphasizing their importance in enhancing bilateral relations and maintaining open channels between the two sides.