Iraqi Army Chief Inspects Naval Command, Stresses Operational Readiness and Capability Development

Iraqi Army Chief of Staff, Special Forces Lieutenant General Abdul Amir Rashid Yarallah, conducted a field visit to the Naval Command on Monday, emphasizing the need to strengthen operational readiness and enhance the navy’s military capabilities.

According to a statement by the Ministry of Defense, Yarallah was accompanied by a high-level military delegation and received by the Naval Forces Commander and several senior staff officers.

During the visit, the Army Chief held a meeting where he received a detailed briefing on the command’s assigned missions, the operational situation within its area of responsibility, and the plans and measures adopted to carry out naval duties and protect national interests in Iraqi territorial waters.

He also reviewed key operational requirements and field challenges, stressing the importance of improving naval capabilities, increasing unit efficiency, and strengthening coordination to ensure missions are carried out with the highest standards of professionalism and discipline.

The ministry noted that the visit reflects the Army Chief’s commitment to directly assessing the needs of military commands, monitoring their development plans, and providing the necessary support to enhance their performance and fulfill their national responsibilities.