Khamenei urges Iraqi PM to stand up to common 'enemies'
In meeting with Iranian president, Mohammed Shia al-Sudani also asks Iran to expand gas imports to meet electricity needs.
Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani traveled to Iran today and met with Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.
Khamenei urged the Iraqi premier to stand up to what he deemed “enemies” of Iraq. “You have to stand firmly against the enemy’s will by relying on the motivated and young people,” he said.
“Iraq’s security is Iran’s security, and likewise, Iran’s security affects Iraq’s security,” Khamenei added.
Immediately after the meeting, Khamenei tweeted: "We congratulate Mr. Shia al-Sudani on his being elected as Iraq’s Prime Minister. He is a devoted, competent person whose appointment as head of the Iraqi government is a source of pride."
