Iraq is ready to assist in the resumption of negotiations between Iran and Saudi Arabia. This was stated by Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein in an interview with Al Watan News on Sunday.

"Our relations with neighboring Iran are strong, and we have, in fact, sought many times to restore relations between Iran and the Gulf countries," said Hussein, speaking about the influence of relations with Bahrain and the countries of the Gulf Cooperation Council on Iran-Iraq relations.

He noted that the strengthening of these relations will contribute to the security of the region, the strengthening of security at a regional level, and the strengthening of the internal security of Iraq and several other countries.

The Iraqi FM emphasized that during the Trump administration, the tension between Iran and the US had a great impact on the internal situation in Iraq.

And regarding the talks between Iran and Saudi Arabia, he stated that when these two countries will be ready to resume negotiations, Iraq will ready to help.