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OIC Council of Foreign Ministers meets in Baghdad as Iraq assumes presidency
The 52nd Session of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Council of Foreign Ministers opened in Baghdad on October 17, 2026, under the theme ‘Dialogue and Solidarity: Two Fundamental Pillars for Promoting Peace and Sustainable Development.’ During the summit, Iraq officially assumed the OIC presidency from Turkey for a one-year term.
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi introduced a major initiative aimed at integrating energy, railway, transport, and digital communication networks among Islamic nations. This proposal includes developing digital payment systems and commercial platforms to foster regional stability and economic prosperity.
The Palestinian cause remains the central agenda item. Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan characterized Israel's expansionist policies as the primary security threat to the Middle East, calling for a unified Islamic response and a two-state solution. Similarly, representatives from Jordan and the Maldives advocated for the formal recognition of Palestinian statehood and increased humanitarian support for Gaza.
Other key discussions included regional security in Syria and Lebanon, maritime safety in the Strait of Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb, and efforts to combat Islamophobia. The session is expected to conclude with the adoption of the Baghdad Declaration.
Entities
Ali Faleh al-Zaydi · Ali Zeydi · Ali al-Zaidi · Baghdad · Elmedin Konaković · Hakan Fidan · Iraq · Iruthisham Adam · Organisation of Islamic Cooperation · Organization of Islamic Cooperation · Palestine
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What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Iraq is pursuing initiatives to integrate energy, railway, transport, and digital communication infrastructures. yerkoyhabergazetesi.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Iraq praised Pakistan’s mediation efforts to reduce regional tensions. dailytimes.com.pk
- [● 10 SOURCES] The Palestinian issue is central to regional conflict and stability. yerkoyhabergazetesi.com · dailytimes.com.pk · corporatemaldives.com · www.karsmanset.com · www.gercektaraf.com.tr · +5 more
- [● 17 SOURCES] The 52nd OIC Council of Foreign Ministers meeting is held under the theme of dialogue and solidarity. haber.doviz.com · www.malatyaguncel.com · www.vijesti.ba · corporatemaldives.com · www.karsmanset.com · +10 more
- [● 4 SOURCES] The meeting is expected to result in the adoption of the Baghdad Declaration. haber.doviz.com · www.malatyaguncel.com · yerkoyhabergazetesi.com · minanews.net
- [● 6 SOURCES] Turkey advocates for a two-state solution and the establishment of an independent Palestinian state. haber.doviz.com · www.malatyaguncel.com · www.haberport.com · www.dunya.com · www.gercektaraf.com.tr
- [DISPUTED] Turkey is transferring its OIC presidency to Iraq during this meeting. yerkoyhabergazetesi.com · haber.doviz.com · www.malatyaguncel.com · www.karsmanset.com · www.gercektaraf.com.tr · +6 more
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Maldives is seeking an active leadership role within the OIC as it marks 50 years of membership. corporatemaldives.com
- [● 10 SOURCES] The Palestinian cause is a primary agenda item for the Baghdad meeting. anwartv2.com · minanews.net · www.alaraby.co.uk · alsaudi.news · corporatemaldives.com · +5 more
- [● 3 SOURCES] The initiative includes developing digital payment systems and commercial platforms. alsaudi.news · anwartv2.com · yerkoyhabergazetesi.com
- [● 4 SOURCES] Iraq launched an initiative to integrate energy, railway, transport, and digital communication networks among Islamic countries. alsaudi.news · anwartv2.com · yerkoyhabergazetesi.com · minanews.net
- [DISPUTED] Iraq has officially assumed the presidency of the OIC for one year, succeeding Turkey. anwartv2.com · minanews.net