Baghdad, September 12 (Petra) – Iraqi President Nizar Amidi said on Saturday that Iraq rejects the use of its territory or airspace as a launchpad for attacks against neighbouring countries, condemning attacks that targeted Saudi Arabia.

In a statement, Amidi said, "We strongly condemn the attacks that targeted the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia," affirming that Iraq does not accept the use of its territory or airspace to launch attacks against neighbouring countries.

He said that protecting Iraq's sovereignty and maintaining relations with its neighbours are the responsibility of the state and its constitutional institutions.

Amidi added that Iraq remains committed to its relations with Saudi Arabia and all neighbouring countries, as well as to promoting security and stability and protecting the interests of the peoples of the region.

He called for avoiding actions that could undermine these relations or threaten Iraq’s security and stability.

//Petra// AK