The head of the Supreme Islamic Council and the Governor of Basra announced the nomination of Mustafa Sana'd for the position of Minister of Communications in the new Iraqi government. The head's media office stated that the nomination represents a qualitative youth addition to the government, noting that the presence of Basra province through its dedicated cadres in the government formation is important and fair to its people. The two officials expressed their hope that the nominee would live up to public trust and the responsibility entrusted to him, stressing the need for everyone's cooperation and prioritizing supreme national interests over all other considerations.