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Iraqi Official Stresses Nation's Full Sovereignty Drive to US Diplomat, Highlights Upcoming National Consensus Day

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rafidayn24 Sep 25, 2026
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Iraqi Official Stresses Nation's Full Sovereignty Drive to US Diplomat, Highlights Upcoming National Consensus Day

Sheikh Hammam Hammoudi, head of the Supreme Islamic Council of Iraq, affirmed his country's commitment to implementing its governmental project aimed at achieving full sovereignty. This declaration came during his meeting on Thursday with the US Chargé d'Affaires in Iraq, Stephen Fagin. The initiative aligns with the Iraqi Constitution and national demands, with both parties discussing bilateral relations in Baghdad. Sheikh Hammoudi stressed that Iraqis anticipate celebrating a 'National Consensus Day' upon the successful completion of comprehensive sovereignty. He clarified that this vital project will encompass all violations of Iraqi sovereignty, while also underscoring Iraq's keenness to establish balanced relations with all countries to safeguard its supreme interests. For his part, the US Chargé d'Affaires presented Washington's pragmatic view towards Iraq, noting that the full implementation of the sovereignty project necessitates an adequate timeframe to complete its stages effectively.