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Iraqi Foreign Minister Visits Mohammad Khatami in Tehran - 2002-09-29

Feb 12, 2026 February 12, 2026 1 min read 📰 VOA Persian
📋 Key Takeaway

Iraqi Foreign Minister Najy Sabri visited Tehran to discuss U.S. threats with Iranian President Mohammad Khatami, seeking support against a potential U.S. attack. The meeting was met with a cold reception from Iranian officials, highlighting ongoing tensions between Iraq and Iran post-1980s war.

🔍 Quick Context Guide
💡 Bottom Line: The cold reception of Iraq's plea for support underscores the complex and tense relationship between Iran and Iraq post-war.

👥 Key Players

Najy Sabri MENTIONED
Iraqi Foreign Minister
"As Iraq's Foreign Minister, he plays a crucial role in shaping Iraq's foreign policy and seeking alliances, particularly against perceived threats like the U.S."
Mohammad Khatami MENTIONED
Iranian President
"As the President of Iran, Khatami's stance on regional issues influences Iran's foreign relations and its approach to Iraq."
Kamal Kharrazi MENTIONED
Iranian Foreign Minister
"Kharrazi's comments reflect Iran's official position on Iraq and its relations with the U.S."

📰 What Happened

Iraqi Foreign Minister Najy Sabri visited Iranian President Mohammad Khatami to discuss U.S. threats against Iraq and seek support. The meeting was met with a cold reception from Iranian officials, indicating ongoing tensions between the two countries.

  • Najy Sabri emphasized the U.S. as a threat to the Islamic world.
  • Iranian officials, including Foreign Minister Kharrazi, suggested that Iraq must take responsibility for its own defense.

💡 Why It Matters

🇮🇷 For Iran: Iran is concerned about U.S. military actions in the region, which could threaten its influence and security.
🌍 Regional: The meeting highlights the fragile relationships in the Middle East, particularly between Iraq and Iran, and the potential for conflict involving the U.S.
🌐 International: The U.S. presence in the region is a contentious issue, affecting global perceptions of security and stability in the Middle East.

📚 Background

Iran and Iraq fought a devastating war from 1980 to 1988, leading to long-standing animosities. The U.S. had a significant military presence in the region, particularly after the Gulf War.

U.S.-Iraq relations Iran-Iraq War
📡 Source: STATE MEDIA
📊 Confidence: 70%
The article reflects the official stance of the Iranian government, which may downplay tensions or portray Iraq in a negative light.

Iraqi Foreign Minister Najy Sabri met with Iranian President Mohammad Khatami in Tehran, stating that the United States is a threat not only to Iraq but to the entire Islamic world. Najy Sabri traveled to Tehran to strengthen Iraq's position and seek Iran's support for Baghdad in order to prevent a U.S. attack on Iraq. Meanwhile, Tehran officials received the Iraqi Foreign Minister coldly, and Iranian Foreign Minister Kamal Kharrazi told state radio that it is up to Iraq to prevent the attack in cooperation with the United Nations. Relations between Iraq and Iran remain tense following the eight-year war of the 1980s. At the same time, Sheikh Jaber Mubarak, Kuwait's Defense Minister, arrived in Tehran today for discussions with Iranian officials regarding regional developments, and it is reported that there is no plan for a meeting between the Kuwaiti official and the Iraqi Foreign Minister. Iraq occupied Kuwait in 1990, but coalition forces led by the United States expelled Iraqi troops from Kuwait.

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Translation confidence: 85%

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