The US Consulate in Erbil strongly condemns the Iranian attack against civilians in the Kurdistan Region

The US Consulate in Erbil strongly condemns the Iranian attack against civilians in the Kurdistan Region

Jan 18 2024

ARK News… The US Consulate in Erbil strongly condemned Iran's "recent senseless and violent attacks against civilians in the Kurdistan Region."
The American said in a statement: “We strongly condemn Iran’s recent senseless and violent attacks against civilians in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, as well as the ongoing drone attacks throughout the region.”

It added, "We express our condolences to the families of the dead, and wish all those injured a speedy recovery."

It also added, "We condemn Iran's blatant violations of Iraq's sovereignty. Given the significant misinformation reported in the media and social media, we would like to make clear that no American facilities were damaged in Iran's attacks on January 15."

For his part, US State Department spokesman Matthew Miller, on Wednesday, condemned the missile attacks on Erbil, reiterating Washington's continued support for the Kurdistan Region.

Miller said in a press conference regarding the Iranian attacks on Erbil, "We condemn the Iranian attacks on Erbil, and we will continue to provide support to the Kurdistan Region."

He pointed out that "US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken met with the Prime Minister of the Kurdistan Regional Government, Masrour Barzani, and renewed Washington's support for the Kurdistan Region, and also condemned the attacks" on Erbil.

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