Iraqi Prime Minister's Office Denies Spying Allegations

A political adviser to Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani has denied allegations of spying and wire-tapping within the premier's office. The claims, which emerged in late August through local media, have been described as exaggerated and politically motivated misinformation aimed at disrupting upcoming parliamentary polls.

A political adviser to Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani has dismissed allegations that employees at the premier's office have been spying on senior officials and politicians. The claims, which surfaced in late August, have been propagated by local media outlets and lawmakers.

In an interview with an Iraqi broadcaster on Friday, Fadi al-Shammari called the allegations 'an inflated lie,' suggesting they are part of a campaign to undermine Sudani ahead of next year's parliamentary elections.

Shammari clarified that a recent arrest at the prime minister's office involved an employee posing as someone else, but had no connection to spying or wire-tapping. He emphasized that the reports were a media exaggeration contrary to reality and truth.

(With inputs from agencies.)