Iraq Rejects Extension of Coalition Forces Presence Beyond September 30

According to the International Desk of Webangah News Agency, the Iraqi government has rejected a proposal to continue the presence of some international coalition forces in Iraq after September 30. Haidar Al-Aboudi, the spokesperson for the Iraqi government, announced this decision, stating that Prime Minister Ali Al-Zaidi has turned down the suggestion.

Al-Aboudi stated during a press conference that the Iraqi government is closely monitoring regional developments and reiterated that Iraq will not be a party to any conflicts. He further emphasized that the coordination process for the withdrawal of coalition forces and the handover of positions to Iraqi forces is currently underway.

The government spokesperson also addressed the issue of arms control, stating that the government is finalizing measures related to the monopoly of weapons, their regulation, and the unification of decision-making. He indicated that discussions with armed groups have been positive and are expected to conclude before September 30, marking a transitional phase based on cooperation and mutual interests.

Regarding the fight against corruption, Al-Aboudi affirmed that the government is continuing to pursue suspects to “dry up the sources of corruption.” He stressed that judicial orders are independent decisions and a cornerstone of the government, with visible results in the anti-corruption efforts. Al-Aboudi added that the government acknowledges that remaining criteria for combating corruption have not been met for years.

He concluded by stating that the value of recovered assets reflects financial data that has not been heard of in past years.