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Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi has pledged security reforms to bring weapons under state control. Some Shia Muslim armed groups, led by Muqtada al-Sadr, have agreed to integrate into government forces, but others, such as Kataib Hezbollah, remain opposed. The road ahead is uncertain, with analysts warning the process will be long and complex.
Over 40 Palestinians, evacuated to Iraq for medical treatment in 2024, are trapped in a Baghdad hospital after Iraqi authorities confiscated their passports. They face restricted movement, no financial support, and systemic abandonment, unable to return to their families in war-torn Gaza.
Iran and Iraq have held high-level talks focused on facilitating the Arbaeen pilgrimage for 2026. The discussions covered infrastructure upgrades, visa simplifications, and enhanced security coordination. Record attendance is expected for the event.
Iranian Ambassador to Iraq Mohammad Kazem Al-e Sadegh met with newly appointed Chaldean Catholic Patriarch Louis Raphaël I Sako in Baghdad. The ambassador conveyed Tehran's support for the Christian community and emphasized Iran's commitment to all ethnic and religious groups in Iraq. The patriarch expressed gratitude and underscored the need for continued interfaith dialogue.
Iraq's Ministry of Interior has issued a warning about the spread of datura, a highly toxic plant known as 'devil's trumpet,' urging farmers and citizens to report sightings. The plant threatens crops and human health, and its rapid adaptability has alarmed scientists. Authorities are deploying biological controls, pesticides, and public awareness campaigns to combat the invasion.
Senior security officials from Iran and Iraq met in Tehran to discuss bilateral cooperation and regional security issues. The meeting focused on border security, counter-terrorism, and anti-drug trafficking efforts.
Iran and Iraq reaffirmed their commitment to ongoing consultations on issues of mutual interest, focusing on regional security, economic cooperation, and border matters. Analysts see this dialogue as a positive signal for regional peace amid Middle East volatility.
An international conference in Baghdad examined the legal aspects of U.S.-Israeli crimes, focusing on violations of international law and accountability measures.
Iraq has launched a large-scale desert sweep in the west after intelligence reports suggested the presence of secret Israeli bases on its soil. The operation involves the army, police, and allied militias, focusing on a vast desert area near the Syrian and Jordanian borders. Analysts say the move underscores Iraq's resolve to prevent external interference on its territory.
