Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zidi stressed that the principle of limiting arms to the state is a fundamental pillar in the government's agenda, describing it as a strategic 'non-negotiable' decision.

These statements come as the Iraqi government continues its efforts to impose the rule of law and extend the state's authority over all its security institutions.

Al-Zidi explained that the government will extend a hand of cooperation to factions that take the initiative to hand over their weapons and engage in the political and civil tracks, affirming that there is no need for any armed formations outside the state's authority. He also renewed his confidence in the efficiency of the security forces to preserve the country's security and sovereignty, stressing the independence of the Iraqi national decision, and indicating the government's intention to organize a national sovereignty conference no later than the beginning of next year.

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These steps gain great importance in light of Baghdad's efforts to enhance its national sovereignty and fully control internal security. Observers will monitor the extent of armed factions' response to these government directives, and what political and security understandings will result from the national sovereignty conference.