Menu
22/05/2006
Blair in Baghdad for surprise visit
Prime Minister Tony Blair has hailed the formation of a new Iraqi government as a "new beginning" for the country, during a surprise visit to Baghdad.
Mr Blair met with Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri Maliki for talks and is also expected to meet with President Jalal Talabani during his visit, the second time he has visited Baghdad's heavily-fortified Green Zone.
The Prime Minister praised the "energy, enthusiasm and determination" of Mr Maliki and reflected on the "three years of struggle" which has led to the creation of the government.
Mr Blair said: "We want to see Iraq and the Iraqi people take charge of their own destiny and write the next chapter of Iraqi history themselves.
The Prime Minister's visit to Iraq has been shrouded in secrecy, but he had wanted to show his support for the new national unity government, despite the obvious security risks.
His trip to Baghdad comes in the wake of a number of suicide bombings and roadside explosions, which have resulted in dozens of deaths and injuries.
Over the weekend, the Prime Minister hailed the formation of the government as a "huge step forward" after Mr Maliki's ministers were sworn in before a parliament elected by more than 12 million voters.
(KMcA/CD)
Mr Blair met with Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri Maliki for talks and is also expected to meet with President Jalal Talabani during his visit, the second time he has visited Baghdad's heavily-fortified Green Zone.
The Prime Minister praised the "energy, enthusiasm and determination" of Mr Maliki and reflected on the "three years of struggle" which has led to the creation of the government.
Mr Blair said: "We want to see Iraq and the Iraqi people take charge of their own destiny and write the next chapter of Iraqi history themselves.
The Prime Minister's visit to Iraq has been shrouded in secrecy, but he had wanted to show his support for the new national unity government, despite the obvious security risks.
His trip to Baghdad comes in the wake of a number of suicide bombings and roadside explosions, which have resulted in dozens of deaths and injuries.
Over the weekend, the Prime Minister hailed the formation of the government as a "huge step forward" after Mr Maliki's ministers were sworn in before a parliament elected by more than 12 million voters.
(KMcA/CD)
Related UK National News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
21 December 2012
Prime Minister Makes Oman Visit
The Prime Minister is in Oman today to meet the Sultan of Oman as part of the Government’s ongoing efforts to strengthen ties with countries in the Gulf region. During the Prime Minister’s visit, a landmark deal has been signed between BAE Systems and the Government of Oman for sale of 12 Typhoon aircraft and 8 Hawk jets.
Prime Minister Makes Oman Visit
The Prime Minister is in Oman today to meet the Sultan of Oman as part of the Government’s ongoing efforts to strengthen ties with countries in the Gulf region. During the Prime Minister’s visit, a landmark deal has been signed between BAE Systems and the Government of Oman for sale of 12 Typhoon aircraft and 8 Hawk jets.
19 January 2011
Release Of Bush Blair Memos Vetoed
The public disclosure of a number of secret memos between former Prime Minister Blair and ex US President Bush, sent during the run up to the Iraq invasion, has been blocked. The potentially politically volatile memos were determined to be made public as part of the ongoing Chilcot Inquiry into the war by the inquiry chairman, Sir John Chilcot.
Release Of Bush Blair Memos Vetoed
The public disclosure of a number of secret memos between former Prime Minister Blair and ex US President Bush, sent during the run up to the Iraq invasion, has been blocked. The potentially politically volatile memos were determined to be made public as part of the ongoing Chilcot Inquiry into the war by the inquiry chairman, Sir John Chilcot.
20 July 2007
Blair 'pleased' by honours inquiry ruling
Former Prime Minister Tony Blair has said that he is "very pleased" by the news that the cash-for-honours inquiry has ended with no charges being brought.
Blair 'pleased' by honours inquiry ruling
Former Prime Minister Tony Blair has said that he is "very pleased" by the news that the cash-for-honours inquiry has ended with no charges being brought.
05 December 2013
£1bn Towards Free School Meals
£1bn is being unlocked to fund the Department of Education's free school meals commitment. The news, announced by deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg, follows an announcement in September that every child in reception, year 1 and year 2 in state-funded schools will receive a free school lunch.
£1bn Towards Free School Meals
£1bn is being unlocked to fund the Department of Education's free school meals commitment. The news, announced by deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg, follows an announcement in September that every child in reception, year 1 and year 2 in state-funded schools will receive a free school lunch.
27 April 2011
Deputy PM Attends First NHS Listening Event For Patients
Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg and Care Services Minister Paul Burstow today heard views from patients at the first listening event on NHS modernisation exclusively for patients. Health Secretary Andrew Lansley today also met staff and patients at a listening event at a GP consortium.
Deputy PM Attends First NHS Listening Event For Patients
Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg and Care Services Minister Paul Burstow today heard views from patients at the first listening event on NHS modernisation exclusively for patients. Health Secretary Andrew Lansley today also met staff and patients at a listening event at a GP consortium.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherToday:Mainly dry with sunny spells on Friday, cloudier at times in the south. The chance of the odd afternoon shower developing in the south and east. Maximum temperature 20 °C.Tonight:Any afternoon showers soon dying out to leave a dry evening with clear spells at first, but coastal low cloud, mist or fog then spreads in from the northwest. Minimum temperature 8 °C.
