Baghdad, Iraq — The Iraqi government demanded an official explanation from Iran regarding a drone attack targeting the residence and private office of Kurdistan Regional Government Prime Minister Masrour Barzani. Consequently, Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein held a phone conversation with his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi to review security developments and the serious implications of the incident. Furthermore, Baghdad emphasized that directly targeting official government leadership represents a precedent that risks escalating regional tensions.
Iraqi Demands and Direct Targeting of Official Leaders
The Iraqi Foreign Ministry noted that while previous Iranian strikes were framed as targeting opposition groups, the recent attack in Erbil’s Pirmam district directly targeted official state leadership. Additionally, the Iraqi federal government ordered the formation of an investigative committee to identify the source and perpetrators of the attack.
Preliminary findings by the Kurdistan Region’s Counter-Terrorism Service indicated that the attack was executed using explosive drones launched from across the Iranian border. Consequently, Baghdad stressed that failing to address such actions could set a dangerous precedent threatening Iraqi political and security stability.
Iranian Reaction and Pledges for Official Statement
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi expressed surprise over the attack, asserting that Tehran currently possesses no evidence indicating the drones originated from Iranian territory. Additionally, Araghchi reaffirmed Iran’s rejection of actions that escalate regional instability, promising an official government statement regarding the incident.
Finally, Iraq continues utilizing diplomatic and investigative channels to contain the fallout and prevent national territory from becoming an arena for regional confrontation. Ultimately, political observers await Tehran’s forthcoming official statement to gauge the future trajectory of bilateral relations.
