Iraqi analyst: State control of arms vital for regional ties
Political analyst Wathiq Al-Jabiri says serious steps are underway to ensure all weapons are under state control, improving Iraq’s relations with its neighbors.
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AIIraqi political analyst Wathiq Al-Jabiri said that serious steps are being taken to ensure all weapons are under state control, as uncontrolled arms negatively impact Iraq’s relations with neighboring countries.
Speaking in an interview with Al Arabiya FM, Al-Jabiri added that there is a broad Iraqi consensus condemning any attacks on neighboring states. He noted this consensus is driving efforts to centralize arms and pursue groups attempting to monopolize weapons.
He further explained that Iraqi government agencies are actively monitoring, pursuing, and deploying security and intelligence forces to address any gaps, aiming to strengthen their role and prevent further cross-border attacks originating from Iraq.
Al-Jabiri also stated that the Iraqi government will carry out preemptive operations, including inspections, surveillance, and increased security, military, and intelligence efforts in this regard.
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