Malaysia expresses concern over Baghdad airstrike

Protesters set fires in front of the US embassy compound, in Baghdad, Iraq on Dec 31. - (AP Photo/Khalid Mohammed)

KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia is deeply concerned over the latest situation following the US airstrike near Iraq’s Baghdad International Airport that killed a commanding officer.

A Foreign Ministry statement said Malaysia believed all efforts should be undertaken to resolve disputes or conflicts through peaceful means, without resorting to threat or use of force.