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EU Ambassador condemns attack on Khor Mor field, reaffirms support for Kurdistan Region, Iraq

Furthermore, Ambassador Seiler emphasized the EU's commitment to enhancing cooperation with both Iraq and the Kurdistan Region on matters of security, stability, and reform.

Kurdistan 24 2024/04/27 15:23

EU headquarters in Brussels, Wednesday, Sept. 20, 2023. (Photo: AP)

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ERBIL (Kurdistan24) - The European Union (EU) Ambassador to Iraq, Thomas Seiler, has reiterated the EU's unwavering support for the Kurdistan Region and Iraq while condemning the recent assault on the Khor Mor gas field, emphasizing its impact on civilians.

Ambassador Seiler extended his heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims affected by the attack on the Khor Mor gas field and expressed hopes for the swift recovery of the injured.

In a statement issued on Saturday, Ambassador Seiler underscored the indiscriminate nature of such attacks, stating, "These attacks target all citizens in KRI and Iraq. They have only one effect."

Furthermore, Ambassador Seiler emphasized the EU's commitment to enhancing cooperation with both Iraq and the Kurdistan Region on matters of security, stability, and reform.

Condolences to the victims' families of the Khor Mor gas field attack. Wishing a swift recovery to the injured. These attacks target all citizens in KRI and Iraq. They have only one effect: The EU will cooperate even more with Iraq and the KRI on security, stability and reforms.
— 🇪🇺 🇮🇶 Thomas Seiler (@EUAmbIraq) April 27, 2024

"The EU will cooperate even more with Iraq and KRI on security, stability, and reform," affirmed Ambassador Seiler.

His statement highlights the EU's dedication to supporting the Kurdistan Region and Iraq in confronting security challenges and advancing towards stability and prosperity.

Tragically, the attack claimed the lives of four Yemeni workers, with two others sustaining injuries. The casualties occurred at the Khor Mor gas field, located in the Qadir Karam sub-district of Chamchamal district within Sulaimani province.

Operated by the UAE's Dana Gas Company, the Khor Mor gas field serves as a vital source, providing 67% of the Kurdistan Region's electricity supply.

In response to the attack, both the US State Department and the United Nations Special Envoy (UNAMI) have denounced the violence and urged a thorough investigation to identify and apprehend the perpetrators.

Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani on Friday in a post on X condemned the Khor Mor gas field attack and sent his condolences to the four civilians killed.

“I strongly condemn tonight’s terror attack on Khor Mor. My thoughts and condolences are with the four civilians killed, and I wish the wounded a swift recovery. I have instructed the Ministry of Health to provide all necessary support,” Prime Minister Barzani said.

The international community's condemnation underscores the gravity of the incident and the imperative of holding accountable those responsible for such brazen acts of aggression.

The British ambassador to Iraq, Stephen Hitchen, has vehemently denounced the assault on the Khor Mor gas field, characterizing it as a deplorable attempt to leverage violence for political ends.