The United States called the assassination attempt on the Iraqi Prime Minister terrorism and offered assistance in the investigation Iraqi Minister Mustafa al-Kazemi, RIA Novosti reports.
Price called the assassination attempt “an obvious terrorist act” and offered US assistance in the investigation. He stressed that the United States is watching the reports of the attack on the Prime Minister's residence and “was relieved to learn” that the politician was not hurt.
“This obvious terrorist act, which we strongly condemn, is aimed at the very heart of the Iraqi state. We are in close contact with the Iraqi security forces, which are working to defend the sovereignty and independence of Iraq, and have offered our assistance in the investigation of this attack. Our commitment to our Iraqi partners is unshakable. The United States, together with the government and people of Iraq, “- said Price.
The Prime Minister of Iraq spoke about the state of health after the assassination attempt. He stressed that despite the “treacherous missile”, he plans to enforce the rights and laws of the state for the safety of its residents.
On the night of November 6-7, Al Arabiya TV reported that the Iraqi prime minister was hospitalized after a drone attack at his residence in Baghdad. The politician was taken to hospital with minor injuries. In addition, people guarding the premier were injured.