Iraq’s presidency has condemned US-Saudi air strikes targeting sites belonging to the Popular Mobilisation Forces (PMF), calling attacks on official security institutions a violation of international law.
Wednesday’s statement came after the PMF said at least 20 of its members were killed and 32 others injured in overnight strikes that targeted the group’s headquarters in several provinces.
“Targeting official security institutions is incompatible with the rules of international law and the UN Charter,” the presidency said.
It also reiterated Iraq’s rejection of the use of its territory as a launchpad for attacks on neighbouring countries or to settle regional and international disputes.
“This position stems from Iraq’s commitment to the principles of good neighbourliness, respect for state sovereignty and noninterference in internal affairs,” the statement said.
