Arab Parliament Speaker, Mishaal Al Salami, has called on Iraqi Kurdistan region President, Masoud Barzani, to put off referendum on the Kurdish region independence in view of the current regional and international situation.

In a cable to Barzani, Al Salami called for joining the dialogue table to reach a compromise that would guarantee the rights of all parties and maintain the unity and stability of Iraq, a statement by the Arab Parliament said.

The Arab Parliament is keen on protecting the rights of all components of the Iraqi people, without distinction, he said

Al Salami expressed his appreciation for Barzani's strenuous efforts which, he said, contributed to defeating the terrorist Daesh group.

He also commended Barzani's efforts to help displaced Iraqis who went to the Kurdistan region as Daesh occupied their cities.

Source : BNA