Iraq requests end of UN mission promoting governance and human rights reforms

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
The Iraqi government has requested the United Nations to end the mission promoting governance and human rights reforms in the country by the end of 2025, citing achievement of important steps under the body's mandate.

Key Points

  • Iraq requests UN to end mission promoting governance and human rights reforms by 2025.
  • UNAMI established in 2003 post-U.S. invasion to assist with various tasks in Iraq.
  • Iraq seeks to phase out presence of international bodies set up post-2003.
  • Move follows decisions to end U.S.-led military coalition mission and U.N. Investigative Team mandate.

Pros

  • Iraq claims to have achieved important steps in areas under the UN mission's mandate.
  • Focus on wrapping up tasks for permanent closure and transfer of responsibilities by 2025.

Cons

  • Potential impact on ongoing dialogue, election logistics, human rights monitoring, and aid coordination in conflict-affected areas.