The Finnish government has asked three Iraqi diplomats to leave the country

The Finnish government has asked three members of the diplomatic personnel of the Iraqi embassy to leave Finland. Over several months, the Finnish authorities have come to the conclusion, that their activities are not compatible with their diplomatic status.

The persons concerned will leave the country within the next days.

The Finnish government will not discuss details related to the matter.

Further information: Director General Yrjö Länsipuro, tel. 160 55800, 040 754 4448