US announces $56 million in humanitarian aid to Iraqis affected by violence
Today at the UN General Assembly event on the humanitarian emergency in Iraq, Under Secretary of State for Civilian Security, Democracy, and Human Rights Sarah Sewall announced that the United…
Iraqi leader, at UN, highlights progress despite ‘evil will’ of region’s terrorist groups
30 September 2015 – The 70th session of the United Nations General Assembly is being held as the world tackles myriad challenges, especially ones posed by the terrorist group known…
Prime Minister Al-Abadi meets with Vice President Biden
The leaders emphasized continued support for Iraq in the areas of armament, training and advice, as well as supporting efforts to address the consequences of falling oil prices.
Prime Minister Al-Abadi addresses United Nations General Assembly
Haider Al-Abadi, Prime Minister of Iraq, addressed the general debate of the United Nations General Assembly’s seventieth session in New York on Wednesday, September 30, 2015.
At 17, Zuhal Sultan founded the National Youth Orchestra of Iraq. Next test? Continuing despite ISIS
A pianist herself, she wanted to unite fellow Iraqi youth through music, paving a path to peace by bringing together members from the country’s many varied religions and sects.
Ambassador Faily Statement on US Congressional Commitment to Unified Iraq
"We are pleased that the final defense authorization bill continues Congressional support for a unified Iraq. This legislation helps to ensure that our government and security forces have the resources,…
Ambassador Faily’s Statement on the Anniversary of September 11th
Iraqi Ambassador to the United States Lukman Faily issued the following statement in memory of the September 11 attacks: “Fourteen years ago, the United States experienced great tragedy when terror…
Prime Minister Al-Abadi: We Have Heard the Iraqi People
In an opinion piece in the Wall Street Journal, Prime Minister Al-Abadi challenged three perceptions which are commonly held by outside observers.
“Where is Iraq Heading?”
Ambassador Faily discusses the challenges facing Iraq on the home-front, the battle-front and the regional and international fronts.