BAGHDAD, June 11 (Xinhua) -- Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia' al-Sudani on Wednesday voiced strong concern over the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, warning of "grave consequences" of Israel's prevention of aid entry into Gaza.
Al-Sudani made the remarks during a meeting with ambassadors of the European Union countries to Iraq and ambassadors of the permanent members of the United Nations Security Council, according to a statement issued by his media office.
"We must all recognize the grave consequences of the continued suffering of the Palestinian people," he said.
As for the indirect nuclear talks between Washington and Tehran, he expressed his hope that the negotiations would lead to a balanced and just agreement, noting that "escalation will not resolve this issue."
Al-Sudani also reaffirmed Iraq's continued support for the "brotherly" people of Syria, calling on the Syrian leadership to "pursue an inclusive political process based on the principle of citizenship."
Iraq is fulfilling its regional role through legal, diplomatic, and humanitarian channels while remaining keen to avoid involvement in any conflict, he added. ■
