FM Receives Telephone Call from the UK Minister for the Middle East

Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Iraq, H.E. Mr. Fuad Hussein, received a telephone call on Monday, 18 May 2026, from the UK Minister for the Middle East, H.E. Mr. Hamish Falconer.

At the outset of the call, H.E. Mr. Fuad Hussein expressed his appreciation and gratitude for the initiative, while the British Minister congratulated H.E. on the renewal of confidence in him and his reassumption of the duties of the MOFA.

The call addressed Iraqi–British relations and avenues to further develop them and enhance joint cooperation in a manner that serves the interests of the two friendly countries, in addition to discussing regional developments and the evolving situation in the region.

The two sides also reviewed the process of forming the new Iraqi government and its priorities, particularly with regard to the economic and security files, as well as the priorities of the MOFA in protecting the Republic of Iraq from the repercussions of the ongoing war, advancing Iraq’s international relations, and restoring relations with the Gulf states.

For his part, H.E. the British Minister reaffirmed his country’s support for the new Iraqi government and the United Kingdom’s commitment to continuing cooperation and coordination with the Republic of Iraq across various fields.