Iraq has not congratulated Ahmed Al-Sharaa on his presidency, unlike several Arab and Western nations. Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein declared willingness for engagement with Syria’s new leadership, inviting them to the Arab League summit. Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Al-Shibani plans to visit Baghdad soon as well.

The Syrian presidency recently announced which countries congratulated Ahmed Al-Sharaa on his new presidential role. While many Arab nations expressed their support, including Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE, Iraq remains conspicuously absent from the list. Other supportive countries include Algeria, Sudan, Morocco, Jordan, Bahrain, and Oman. Western leaders, such as Russian President Vladimir Putin and French President Emmanuel Macron, also recognized Al-Sharaa’s appointment.

Despite the lack of formal congratulations from Iraq, Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein stated in an interview with France 24 that the country has no issues in engaging with Syria’s new leadership. He confirmed Iraq will extend invitations to all Arab leaders, including Al-Sharaa, for the upcoming Arab League summit scheduled for May. Furthermore, Asaad Al-Shibani, the Foreign Minister of Syria’s Transitional Government, is set to visit Baghdad soon following an official invitation.

In summary, Iraq has not publicly supported Ahmed Al-Sharaa’s presidency of Syria, in contrast to most Arab nations and several Western leaders who have acknowledged his role. Nonetheless, Iraq is open to dialogue with the new Syrian leadership and will be inviting them to the upcoming Arab League summit. The upcoming interactions could shape future relations between the two nations.

Original Source: shafaq.com