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The office of Speaker Haibat Al-Halbousi announced backing conscription in Iraq to strengthen the army.
Following a visit to the Ministry of Defense and meeting Army Chief Abdul Amir Yarallah.
The discussions reviewed military challenges.
Focusing on improving human resources and readiness.
They stressed reinstating conscription.
As a way to build a strong, organized army.
And prepare a disciplined generation.
He said it may reduce unemployment.
And direct youth into structured work.
While limiting negative social trends.
And enhancing national integration.
Adding it followed broad political consensus.