Saudi Leadership Congratulates Nizar Amidi on Election as President of Iraq

In this photo released by official website of the Iraqi Presidency Office, newly elected President Nizar Amidi inspects an honor guard during his ceremonial reception at the Peace Palace in Baghdad, Sunday, April 12, 2026. (Iraqi Presidency Office via AP)

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud sent on Tuesday a cable of congratulations to President Nizar Mohammed Saeed Amidi on his election and swearing-in as president of Iraq.

King Salman hoped Saudi Arabia and Iraq would work together to strengthen relations between them and their people.

He wished the president success and the people of Iraq continued progress and prosperity.

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, sent Amidi a similar cable.