BAGHDAD, Dec. 13 (Xinhua) -- Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia' al-Sudani emphasized on Friday the importance of preventing any aggression on Syrian territories by any party, stressing that such actions pose a direct threat to the region's security and stability, according to a statement by al-Sudani's media office.
Al-Sudani made the remarks during a meeting with visiting U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken, during which they discussed the situation in the Middle East, particularly the ongoing developments in Syria, the statement said.
The Iraqi prime minister reiterated Iraq's stance on supporting Syria during this critical phase and emphasized the importance of assisting the Syrians in rebuilding their state and addressing challenges that could impact their civil peace, it said.
For his part, Blinken affirmed the United States' agreement with Iraq on the need to work toward forming an inclusive government that reflects the will of the Syrian people and their diverse components, it said.
The meeting also addressed the situation in Gaza, stressing the need to continue efforts to end the war and ensure all necessary steps to solidify the ceasefire in Lebanon. ■
