Diplomatic Cable < Iraq >

[Jay]

МИД РФ Ministry of Foreign Affairs​

AUTHENTIC COMMUNIQUE OF THE OFFICE OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS Security Clearance: Secure and Encrypted​

[Recipient]: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Iraq < Nathan > [Sender]: Minister of Foreign Affairs, Russian Federation < @LCAlbrechtMOFA.de.gov > [Subject]: Bilateral Relations

Your Excellency, I trust this message finds you well. I am reaching out in the hopes of restoring Russo-Iraqi relations and developing our bilateral relations. With strong historical ties between Iraq and Russia, His Excellency the President has identified the need for stronger relations and hopes that Iraq will reciprocate this energy. Our Ministry is eager to engage in a constructive dialogue with you and finds ways to develop our relations. I hope that we may talk to allow us to facilitate open and transparent communication on matters of common interest. This talk could serve as a platform for discussing political, economic, cultural, and security-related issues. Additionally, we are keen on exploring opportunities for collaborative initiatives in areas such as defense cooperation, energy extraction, and industrial development. We are eager to further Russian investments in Iraq, provide access to Russian equipment, and develop positive relations that will provide peace and security in the Middle East. I look forward to the prospect of working closely with you to build a foundation of trust and cooperation between our nations. Please let me know a suitable time to meet over the phone Best regards, Lucie Albrecht Minister of Foreign Affairs Russian Federation

 

[Jay]

Nathan

 

[Nathan]

Encrypted/Secure​

Ministry of Defence
Baghdad Iraq​

Lucie Albrecht
Minister of Foreign Affairs
Russian Federation

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"Dear Minister Albrecht,

The Iraqi people thank you for your kind and warm words. As you may be aware, the Iraqi government was a major purchaser of Russian equipment from the previous government, which is something we wish to continue as we battle sectarian violence in the North.

Our next goal will be to develop a strong ocean going navy to develop and maintain security of Iraqi and international waters in the Persian Gulf and further afield. We have a potential funding deal which may interest your navy.

We also look forward to developing stronger economic and political ties. I am able to take your call at your next opportunity.

I look forward to hearing from you,

Dabir Hana​

Minister of Foreign Affairs ​

Jay

 

[Jay]

МИД РФ Ministry of Foreign Affairs​

AUTHENTIC COMMUNIQUE OF THE OFFICE OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS Security Clearance: Secure and Encrypted​

[Recipient]: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Iraq < Nathan > [Sender]: Minister of Foreign Affairs, Russian Federation < @LCAlbrechtMOFA.de.gov > [Subject]: Bilateral Relations

Dear Minister Hana, The Russian Federation is eager to assist the Iraqi Government in its efforts to drive out terrorism, and sectarian violence, and restore stability in Mesopotamia. If required, I am sure my government can discuss a deployment of Russian combat advisors to assist the Iraqi Army. Additionally, we invite you to request purchases through Rosobornoexport and we are hopeful to factiliate Iraq remaining a strong partner for the corporation. The Russian Federation is prepared to extend support to all areas of Iraq's sovereignty and well-being and I am hopeful to have a frank discussion on those matters. I will set up a call which will include senior members of our defense ministry to help advise us during our discussions on what is feasible and practical. Kind regards, Lucie Albrecht Minister of Foreign Affairs Russian Federation

 

[Jay]

In the halls of the Foreign Ministry, three men, dressed in military attire from the army, one of whom was dressed in the uniform of the naval forces, would walk towards the Minister's office. Her office was dimly lit by the warm yellow lights casting on the burgundy walls, the Foreign Minister greeted the officers who were defense analysts and planners from the Ministry of Defense. The escalating legal challenge was consuming the Ministry as Russia had just submitted an ICJ case to seeking money damages following Thailand's actions.

Once the officers were sat in a conference room, the Minister and her Deputy, Mikhailov Gromyko, would be join them along with several other foreign affairs specialists as they dialed into the Iraqi Foreign Ministry. Once the call was accepted by the Iraqis, the secure line was encrypted and the Minister began to speak.

"Hello Minister Hana, it is a pleasure to speak with you. Unfortunately, I have an urgent matter that has just come up. I apologize for the inconvenience. Deputy Minister Gromyko will take my place instead, he is fully up to date with our conversations. We also have three officers from our Defense Ministry who will be here to help answer any questions you may have. I look forward to a phone call between us at a later date as well." With that, once the Minister heard the response from the Iraqis she would politely leave the room and return to her office.

Nathan

 

[Nathan]

"Minister Albrecht, I am sorry you cannot stay but I am sure our conversation can be productive. I wish you all the best with the court case.

Gentlemen, thank you for recieving us. We have a number of topics we wish to cover but our main one is continuing the supply of Russian equipment to the Iraqi Military, both naval equipment, air defence and air force.

Our first enquiry is to purchase two Il-80s and two Il-96-300PU for government continuity purposes, at a time of civil uncertainty in our country due to Saddam Hussein"

The Minister would sip some tea as he awaits a reply.

Jay

 

[Jay]

[Commander Arslan Kakiev]: "Hello Minister Hana, we would be happy to look into your request to purchase four aircrafts, would your government be looking for being supplied training personnel for maintaining the aircrafts and perhaps an fighter jets to compliment these dual civilian-military aircrafts?

As part of this package however, we would like to discuss the operational security requirements with such a purchase given that these aircrafts remain in active service with the Russian Government and it would be our utmost desire to maintain their technological edge. Additionally it would potentially endanger Russian personnel if their capabilities and design became readily available. Would your government be willing to accept these additional requirements?"

[Deputy Minister Mikhailov Gromyko]: "Additionally Minister, I would be curious to understand the need for continuity concerns and what was decided by your government for their need. If you could go a little bit more into the civil uncertainty and what issues you are facing, it would help us in assessing your request."

Nathan