Iraq nominates first Christian Armenian as envoy to Washington
Iraq has appointed a Christian Armenian as its new ambassador to the US, a position that is generally held by a member of the country's Muslim majority, officials told The National on Thursday. Krikor Der-Hagopian, 49, was an adviser on international relations to former prime minister Mohammed Shia
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Iraq has appointed Krikor Der-Hagopian, a Christian Armenian, as its new ambassador to the US, marking a significant shift from the traditional Muslim majority representation. This nomination reflects the evolving dynamics of Iraq's political landscape and its approach to diversity in diplomatic roles.
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