Iraqi leaders hold a meeting condemning attacks across multiple locations within the country

On the 5th local time, the Iraqi Presidency issued a statement saying that, amid the difficult situation in the region, Iraq is urging the relevant parties to return to the negotiating table, act rationally, and prevent the further escalation of war, which would bring serious consequences to the people of the region and undermine security and stability. The statement emphasized that Iraq will not become a party to the conflict and will not allow its territory to be used to attack its neighbors. Iraq is working to strengthen diplomatic relations with countries to curb the spread of the war and to follow a peaceful path to avoid more bloodshed. (CCTV News)