During the 38th Arab Parliamentary Union Conference, Iraq’s Parliament Speaker Mahmoud al-Mashhadani emphasized urgent support for Arab nations in crisis. The conference gathered key regional representatives to address shared struggles and deepen Arab cooperation. The call for Arab unity support echoed throughout his passionate speech.
At the beginning of his address, al-Mashhadani expressed joy to join fellow leaders in Algeria. He honored Algeria’s legacy and praised its hospitality. However, he quickly turned to the serious purpose of the gathering. He pointed to the immense pressure facing the Arab world today and urged bold, unified action.
He highlighted Palestine’s ongoing suffering. Gaza bleeds from constant attacks, and the people there face death, starvation, and displacement. Similarly, Yemen continues to suffer from conflict and loss, and Syria seeks help to recover and rebuild. He also mentioned Lebanon’s persistent wounds and the broader Arab world’s collective struggle.
Throughout his speech, al-Mashhadani called for a shared stance. He stressed that no Arab country can ignore the hardship of another. He explained that Iraq recognized the danger early in the Gaza conflict. Iraq warned that ignoring the issue would lead to serious consequences. Now, with so much destruction, urgent action is needed.
Moreover, he noted that Iraq sees all Arab nations as one body. If Gaza cries out in pain, cities like Damascus, Sana’a, and Algiers must respond. He pushed for a unified Arab reaction that reflects true compassion, loyalty, and responsibility.
To conclude, he urged all conference participants to add a paragraph in the final statement. This paragraph would commit to Arab unity support for Palestine, Yemen, Syria, and others. He stressed that this support must include solving problems and ending crises. Only by doing this can the region move toward peace, stability, and collective strength.
This speech, filled with concern and urgency, marked a strong call for regional cooperation. It reflected Iraq’s continued push for unity and justice in the Arab world.