Washington: Iraqi election is a critical opportunity 

Washington: Iraqi election is a critical opportunity 
2021-10-06T17:02:45+00:00

Shafaq News/ The United States' Secretary of State, Antony Blinken, reiterated his country's commitment to supporting the elections in Iraq and "Mobilizing resources" to ensure its success.

Blinken tweeted, "Today I joined 11 Foreign Ministers in recognizing Iraq’s October 10 early election as a critical opportunity for voters to determine their future." 

"As requested, international partners mobilized substantial resources to bolster the integrity of the election," he said.

Blinken's comments came shortly after issuing a joint statement of twelve countries commending the Iraqi government's efforts in preparation for the early parliamentary elections scheduled for October 10.

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