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Written question asked by Beth Winter (Labour) on Monday, 13 July 2020, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 16 July 2020 (named day). It was answered by Wendy Morton (Conservative) on Thursday, 16 July 2020 on behalf of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.


Iraq: Turkey

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, what representations he has made to his Turkish counterpart on Turkish armed forces' attacks on civilian settlements in Iraq; and if he will make a statement.

Answer

The British Ambassador in Ankara has spoken to the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs regarding Turkish military actions in northern Iraq, including on reports of civilian casualties. We continue to urge dialogue and cooperation between Iraq and Turkey to combat terrorism, ensure regional security and protect civilians.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
73127
Session
2019-21
Subjects
Iraq Turkey Military intervention
Link
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