UNAMI head meets Iraqi PM

ERBIL (Kurdistan 24) – Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General for Iraq, Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert, on Saturday met with Iraqi Prime Minister Mustafa al-Kadhimi to discuss the country's political and security situation amid increasing attacks.

The officials "discussed the political & security situation & cooperation between #Iraq & the UN. SRSG reiterated UN support for Iraq in facing the challenges," the UNAMI official account said in a tweet.

On Friday, UNAMI expressed concern about the latest wave of attacks targeting political party offices, residences, and businesses in Iraq.

"These despicable attacks have caused injuries and material damage, harming peaceful citizens whose only wish is to go about their daily lives without fear of attack or death," read the UNAMI statement.

"Although strongly condemned across the political spectrum, the perpetrators and rogue groups behind these callous attacks appear to enjoy impunity, acting recklessly and exposing the country to disastrous consequences," the statement added.

UNAMI said all Iraq stakeholders are called upon to "exercise restraint and avoid falling into the trap of creating chaos amid a critical yet delicate transitional period."

Six rockets were fired at Baghdad International Airport early on Friday, damaging a civilian plane. There were no reported casualties. 

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In a statement, the Kurdistan Region presidency condemned that assault, warning that they damage Iraq and its reputation.

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Three Katyusha rockets were also fired at the residence of Iraqi parliament speaker Mohamed al-Halbousi on Tuesday. That attack wounded two civilians. 

Additionally, grenades have also been thrown at offices and homes of Kurdish and Sunni lawmakers.