This is stated in a statement published on the website of the German Foreign Ministry.
According to Maas, amid the escalation of the conflict between the US and Iran, the EU "has an important role to play."
“We support the tested and stable channels of dialogue, which in this situation we must use in full. Therefore, I suggested that Josep Borrell (head of European diplomacy. - RT ) hold a meeting of foreign ministers this week to quickly agree on a common course of action, ”said Maas.
He stated that the stability and unity of Iraq should not “fall prey to a recent escalation.”
At the same time, Meath announced Germany’s readiness to support Iraq in the fight against the Islamic State *.
According to his statement, Berlin will study the consequences of the decisions taken by Iraq, as well as "how practical and legal grounds for the presence on the spot can be fulfilled."
“The highest priority remains the safety of our soldiers. We are actively discussing this with partners in NATO, the EU, the anti-igil coalition and, above all, with our partners in Iraq, ”he concluded.
Earlier, State Department spokesman Morgan Ortagus said the United States was disappointed with the Iraqi parliament’s decision to withdraw foreign troops from the country and break off relations with the United States-led coalition against ISIS.
On January 3, Iranian General Kassem Suleimani was killed in a missile strike on the outskirts of Baghdad's international airport. Iran's supreme leader Ali Khamenei threatened to avenge the killing of Suleimani.
US leader Donald Trump has promised to deliver a “quick and powerful blow” to 52 targets in Iranian territory if the Americans are attacked.
Iran’s Foreign Ministry has vigorously protested over Trump’s threats.
* “Islamic State” (IG) - the organization was recognized as terrorist by decision of the Supreme Court of the Russian Federation of December 29, 2014.