Monday, November 8, 2021

Assassination Attempt On Iraqi PM Al Kadhimi Condemned Around The World

 

The National: ‘Cowardly terrorist attack’ on Iraqi PM Al Kadhimi condemned around the world  

Mustafa Al Kadhimi survived the drone attack on his home early on Sunday 

The international community has condemned the assassination attempt on Iraq’s Prime Minister Mustafa Al Kadhimi, with the UAE describing it as “cowardly” and the US condemning it as a “terrorist” act. 

Although Mr Al Kadhimi escaped with only an injured wrist, images showed the destruction at his home caused by the explosive-laden drone after a week of escalating tension. 

Mr Al Kadhimi said after chairing a security meeting on Sunday that those behind an attempt on his life were well known and would be exposed.  

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Update #1: Joe Biden and UN chief condemn drone assassination attempt on Iraqi prime minister: Photos show devastation caused by attack on Mustafa al-Kadhimi (Daily Mail)  

Update #2: Russia vehemently condemns assassination plot targeting Iraqi PM — Foreign Ministry (TASS)  

WNU Editor: Iraq's PM says he knows who is responsible for this attack .... Iraq's Al Kadhimi: We know the perpetrators behind assassination attempt (The National). More here .... Iran-backed militia behind attack on Iraqi PM -security officials, sources (Jerusalem Post/Reuters). It also looks like Iran is doing damage control .... Powerful Iranian general visited Iraq after attack on PM (AP).

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