In a decisive move, the Arab Parliament has issued a vehement condemnation of the recent Iranian missile strike on the capital of the Kurdistan Region, Erbil. The attack, which occurred on the night of January 15, 2024, targeted residential areas, resulting in the tragic death of five individuals and injuries to twelve others.

Expressing their outrage, the Arab Parliament released a statement through (Basnews), stating, "We condemn in the strongest terms the attacks carried out by Iran by targeting residential areas in the safe city of Erbil in northern Iraq with ballistic missiles, resulting in the fall of a number of innocent victims and injuries."

The parliamentarians emphasized that the Iranian assault, which showed a blatant disregard for basic principles of good neighborliness, constitutes a grave violation of the sovereignty of the Republic of Iraq. Furthermore, they highlighted that such an attack poses a direct threat to Arab national security, as the stability and security of Iraq are integral components of the broader Arab security landscape.

The Arab Parliament reiterated its unwavering solidarity with the Republic of Iraq, pledging full support for any measures taken by the Iraqi government to safeguard its sovereignty, stability, and the security of its citizens. The statement concluded with heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims and wishes for a speedy recovery for those injured in the missile strike.

The Iranian attack specifically targeted the secure city of Erbil, the capital of the Kurdistan Region, with long-range missiles, citing questionable pretexts. Among the casualties was Kurdish businessman Beshro Dezayee, whose residential house was hit, leading to his tragic demise and that of his daughter. Additionally, several other members of his family sustained injuries in the assault.

The Arab Parliament's strong stance against the Iranian aggression reflects the gravity of the situation and emphasizes the importance of regional stability and cooperation in the face of such unwarranted attacks. The international community continues to closely monitor developments in the aftermath of this incident.