Iraqi security team: Combating rumors is a priority, and we will not allow ourselves to be a threat to our neighbors
Sadd Maan, the commander of Iraq’s Security Media Cell, affirmed that the Iraqi delegation’s visit to Kuwait aims to strengthen fraternal relations and enhance continuous coordination between the two countries, particularly in the security and media sectors. He emphasized the importance of unifying security messaging and strengthening direct communication channels to counter rumors and prevent any misunderstandings arising from the circulation of inaccurate information.
Speaking to journalists on the sidelines of the visit, which he undertook alongside Sabah Al-Noaman, spokesperson for the Commander-in-Chief of the Iraqi Armed Forces, and the accompanying delegation, Maan stated that the visit to Kuwait seeks to organize and develop existing bilateral ties and achieve “shared security messages.” He noted that one of the key priorities is combating recurring rumors by establishing direct communication links between Iraq’s security media apparatus and its counterparts in Kuwait’s Ministry of Interior and Ministry of Defense.
He pointed out that the two sides agreed on several issues, including reciprocal visits, coordination in the field of security academia, enhancing media capacity and efficiency, and exchanging expertise.
Maan stressed that the meetings held by the Iraqi delegation with Kuwaiti officials at the Ministry of Interior, followed by a technical session involving directors of media departments in the ministries of Interior and Defense and relevant media administrations, “marked a genuine starting point for Iraqi-Kuwaiti security cooperation.”
Maan added, “Iraq is located in a volatile regional environment, but it is keen to avoid entering any war and to preserve its gains.” He underscored the importance of good relations with all neighboring countries, with Kuwait being a priority.
When asked whether Iraqi territory had been used to target neighboring states, Maan affirmed that some strikes attributed to Iraq were not carried out by Iraq. He noted that the country’s vast area and the presence of over one million non-Iraqis necessitate careful scrutiny when handling information.
Maan reiterated that Iraq’s official stance is clear: “The Iraqi leadership will not allow Iraq to become a source of threat to any neighboring country,” adding that it also refuses to accept any threat or aggression against Iraq from any neighboring state.
Regarding border issues, Maan confirmed that they are handled “through understanding and the law,” stating that Iraq will proceed only with agreements reached within legal and procedural frameworks.
On the file of combating drugs and organized crime, Maan described cooperation between Iraq and Kuwait as “one of the most prominent areas of success in recent times.” He noted that cooperation has become “proactive,” involving the exchange of information before operations occur, rather than only after they take place. He highlighted that the flow of information in both directions has significantly contributed to curbing drug smuggling and trafficking between the two countries, alongside the possibility of conducting joint field operations within legal frameworks.
For his part, Sabah Al-Noaman, spokesperson for the Commander-in-Chief of the Iraqi Armed Forces, affirmed that Iraqi security forces have now taken control of the country’s security file and that Iraq will not allow its territory to serve as a source of threat to any neighboring country.
He stated that Iraqi security forces are deployed across various regions and are now capable of managing Iraq’s national security file, coinciding with the completion of arrangements for the end of the international coalition’s mission.
He emphasized that Iraq’s official position is clear: “We will not allow Iraq to be a source of threat to any neighboring country, nor will we allow Iraq to be threatened or attacked by any neighboring state.”
Regarding regional tensions, Al-Noaimi affirmed that Iraq has not been and will not be a party to any regional war, noting that the repercussions of the US-Iranian conflict have had security and economic impacts on Iraq, Kuwait, and the region as a whole.
