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UN Envoy in Iraq to Step Down at End of May, Warns of Tensions Pushing Country to the Brink

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February 7, 2024
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UN Envoy in Iraq to Step Down at End of May, Warns of Tensions Pushing Country to the Brink
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Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert, the head of the United Nations political mission in Iraq, has announced her intention to step down from her position at the end of May. In her address to the Security Council, she delivered a stark warning, describing Iraq as being “on a knife edge” amidst escalating tensions.

Appointed by UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres in late 2018, Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert has played a crucial role in advancing inclusive political dialogue and coordinating humanitarian and development aid through the UN Assistance Mission for Iraq. However, her impending departure comes at a critical juncture for the country, as it grapples with a multitude of challenges.

Hennis-Plasschaert emphasized the urgent need for all parties to exercise restraint and cease hostilities to pave the way for stability and progress in Iraq. She highlighted the volatile situation exacerbated by attacks from Iran-aligned groups, collectively known as the “Axis of Resistance,” targeting Israeli and US interests across multiple countries in the region.

The cycle of violence, triggered by Israeli military action in response to Hamas attacks on October 7, has threatened to derail efforts to stabilize Iraq after years of conflict. Hennis-Plasschaert underscored the precariousness of the situation, cautioning that even the slightest miscalculation could ignite a major conflagration in Iraq and the wider region.

Against this backdrop, Hennis-Plasschaert called for an immediate cessation of attacks, whether originating from within or outside Iraq, and urged concerted efforts to rein in armed actors operating beyond state control. Her plea for de-escalation resonates amid growing concerns over the potential for further escalation and the detrimental impact it could have on Iraq’s fragile stability.

The Security Council meeting also saw criticism from permanent members Russia and China directed at the United States for its recent air raids on targets in Iraq and Syria. Moscow and Beijing accused Washington of exacerbating regional tensions and disregarding international law, linking the attacks to the upcoming US presidential election.

As Iraq navigates through these turbulent times, the impending departure of Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert serves as a reminder of the critical importance of international support and cooperation in fostering peace and stability in the region. The challenge now lies in mitigating tensions and charting a path towards a more secure and prosperous future for Iraq and its people.

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