Iraqi Prime Minister Mustafa Al-Kadhimi has condemned the recent rocket attack on the green zone in the capital of Baghdad.
“The rockets that fell down hit civilians and private property, they were aimed to create a type of chaos. Such operations are criminal and cowardly, and affect the name and the image of Iraq. They are rejected by the people, authorities and all right-thinking individuals,” Al-Kadhimi said, as quoted by the office, during a press conference.
Diplomatic missions are under the country’s protection within the framework of international law, the prime minister added, noting that the state is the one who decides on “peace and war” and concludes agreements, and any aggression or violation is unacceptable and punishable, according to the law.
“We carried out arrests last night and seized a number of rockets and rocket launchers, preventing the second operation that was under preparation. We work around the clock for the country’s stability and the protection of the people, especially vulnerable groups,” Al-Kadhimi added.
On Sunday, three rockets were fired at the capital’s green zone, targeting the US diplomatic mission, in particular. The embassy’s air defense systems responded to the attack.
Source: Agencies
