Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Georgy Borisenko met with the Iraqi Ambassador to Moscow, Abdul-Karim Hashim Mustafa, to address the sharpening tensions in the Middle East following recent military strikes by the US and Israel against Iran according to a statement from the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
"During the conversation, topical issues of the traditionally friendly Russian-Iraqi relations were discussed. There was also a detailed exchange of views on the current escalation of tension in the Middle East and its impact on the states of the region, including Iraq," the ministry stated.
The meeting was held at the request of the Iranian ambassador.
GSV "Russia - Islamic World"
Based on materials from TASS