Counter-Terrorism Service, EU Discuss Post‑Sept. 30 Phase and Steps to Strengthen Iraq's Security
Counter-Terrorism Service discusses with the EU advisory mission cooperation after Sept. 30, 2026, and measures to bolster Iraq's security.
The head of the Counter-Terrorism Service, Lieutenant General Zaid Houshi al‑Musawi, on Monday discussed with the head of the European Union Advisory Mission in Iraq, Ralf Schroder, ways to strengthen joint security cooperation, with a focus on the period after 30 September 2026.
A statement from the Service said al‑Musawi received Schroder at the Service's headquarters in the capital, Baghdad, where the meeting addressed mechanisms to develop coordination and cooperation, particularly in the areas of training, capacity development and the exchange of expertise.
The head of the Counter-Terrorism Service, Lieutenant General Zaid Houshi al‑Musawi, on Monday discussed with the head of the European Union Advisory Mission in Iraq, Ralf Schroder, ways to strengthen joint security cooperation, with a focus on the period after 30 September 2026.
A statement from the Service said al‑Musawi received Schroder at the Service's headquarters in the capital, Baghdad, where the meeting addressed mechanisms to develop coordination and cooperation, particularly in the areas of training, capacity development and the exchange of expertise.
The two sides "affirmed the importance of continuing joint cooperation in ways that enhance security and stability, and support Iraq's capabilities in confronting terrorist challenges and threats."
The two sides pointed to "the importance of supporting Iraq's efforts to combat terrorism and strengthening measures of action and joint coordination during the upcoming period, especially after 30 September 2026."
