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Interior Minister Yasser Al-Maliki has issued a directive to end all complaints and lawsuits filed against journalists across the country, emphasizing that freedom of opinion and expression is a valuable achievement that must be preserved. This directive came during the minister's visit to the headquarters of the Iraqi Journalists Syndicate in Kirkuk, where he met with the branch president, Marwan Al-Ani, and discussed the current state of journalistic work and the challenges faced by media professionals, particularly their demands regarding housing land rights similar to those in other provinces. The minister also highlighted the national role played by the Journalists Syndicate and the diversity it represents in Kirkuk, affirming the ministry's commitment to supporting the syndicate's status and enhancing its role. In a significant move, the minister ordered the withdrawal of all lawsuits and complaints against journalists and media professionals throughout Iraq, noting that the media is a key partner in the Ministry of Interior's efforts to promote security and stability in the country.
