Shiite Coordination Framework declares “Syrian security is Iraq’s security”
The Coordination Framework, which is an umbrella bloc of Iraqi Shiite parties, underscored the importance for Iraq’s government and security personnel to remain vigilant and fully prepared to secure the border areas between Syria and Iraq.
Dec. 3, 2024
ERBIL (Kurdistan24) - On Monday, the Shiite Coordination Framework held a meeting with Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani also present. At the meeting, the Iraqi senior political figures expressed deep concerns about the ongoing conflicts and situation in Syria.
Following the meeting, the Coordination Framework issued a statement that highlighted Iraq’s concerns about the Syrian conflict, expressing “Syrian security is Iraq’s security.”
The Coordination Framework, which is an umbrella bloc of Iraqi Shiite parties, underscored the importance for Iraq’s government and security personnel to remain vigilant and fully prepared to secure the border areas between Syria and Iraq.
The statement also reassured the Iraqi public of the government’s readiness to confront any potential movement towards the border areas as the Iraqi government has deployed armored vehicles to reinforce the long border that it has with Syria.
Iraqi officials also reminded the Iraqi public to be aware of potential misinformation and psychological warfare campaigns that could create anxiety.
The situation in northern Syria witnessed rapid escalations on Saturday, Nov. 30 when the Turkish-backed armed groups, led by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham and its allies, quickly gained control over areas around Aleppo.
The armed groups were eventually successful to enter into the city following the retreat of the Syrian Regime’s Army.
For a while, it was reported that Syrian Democratic Forces had also moved to control some areas in Aleppo, chief among them the International Airport. However, soon SDF decided to withdraw and regroup.
This gave the opportunity to the armed groups to gain full control of the city.
The Syrian Army and Defense Ministry have repeatedly announced their preparations for a counter-offensive to regain control of the city.
The unfolding events and the ensuing fierce conflicts resulted in regional and global reactions and requests for immediate ceasefire and de-escalation.