Al-Zaidi Reviews Readiness at Counter Terrorism Headquarters, Orders Support
At a Glance
- Iraqi Prime Minister evaluated CTS operational readiness and reviewed advanced combat systems.
- Ordered immediate logistical, weaponry, and equipment support to boost capabilities.
- Commended the unit's anti-terrorism role and instructed the maintenance of high physical and tactical standards.
Iraqi Prime Minister and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces Ali Faleh al-Zaidi evaluated security readiness, reviewed advanced combat systems with senior commanders, and ordered enhanced logistical and weaponry support.
Key Statements & Focus Area
- Praised the service as a "symbol of honor and sacrifice" that dealt a "decisive blow to terrorism."
- Stressed strengthening discipline and ensuring peak physical fitness and equipment readiness.
Al-Zaidi visited the Counter Terrorism Service (CTS) headquarters on Thursday to evaluate its operational readiness, administrative standing, and capability development needs. The Commander-in-Chief began the visit by inspecting the service's exhibition of advanced weapons and operational assets to review their capabilities in special operations.
Al-Zaidi also chaired a meeting with the Director of the Office of the Commander-in-Chief, the President of the Counter Terrorism Service, and several senior unit commanders. The prime minister received a briefing from the service's president on ongoing combat duties, operational readiness, and capability expansion plans.
Al-Zaidi "commended their heroic role, affirming that they have long stood as a symbol of honor and sacrifice. Through their courage and dedication, they have helped shape the image of a new Iraq, set an example of loyalty and devotion to the nation, and dealt a decisive blow to terrorism by defeating its criminal gangs."
He stressed the importance of maintaining high morale while further strengthening heroism, discipline, and courage within the service's ranks. Al-Zaidi reaffirmed the government's commitment to providing advanced medical care for the wounded and supporting the families of killed service members.
To enhance operational readiness, the Commander-in-Chief directed that personnel maintain peak physical fitness and that all weapons, equipment, and logistical resources be provided.
FYI
The Counter Terrorism Service inspection occurs amid heightened regional tensions following recent joint U.S. and Saudi airstrikes targeting some factions within Iraq.
Following the strikes, Al-Zaidi convened an emergency meeting of the Ministerial Council for National Security yesterday to condemn the attacks and adopt a comprehensive security plan to safeguard state sovereignty.
Concurrently, the Iraqi government is focused on implementing national directives aimed at consolidating weapons control under official state institutions. The visit also follows a major leadership transition within the elite unit, which functions under the direct authority of the Prime Minister's office.
These factors have prompted regular institutional reviews to assess the operational capabilities, logistical readiness, and strategic alignment of Iraq's formal security forces.
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