Arab League Secretary-General Ahmed Abul Gheith indicated that he was following the consistent and dangerous developments in the Iraqi arena with greater concern, calling on all Iraqi parties to prioritize national interests over any other considerations in order to overcome the current situation, which poses a threat to the stability of the country.
In his statement today, Abul Gheit warned against the situation in Iraq slipping into more violence, chaos and bloodshed, emphasizing the need for restraint and refraining from any armed manifestations and to prevent bloodshed.
He indicated that the League of Arab States monitors all measures taken by the Iraqi government to maintain peace, security and stability in the country.