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Iraq Security Briefing – July 30, 2025
Shafaq News The following are key security developments reported across Iraq on Wednesday, covering terrorism, criminal investigations, and cross-border operations: Terrorism • A criminal court in Basra sentenced an Al-Qaeda operative to death for orchestrating a 2011 double suicide bombing in the Five Mile district that killed 19 and injured 47. • In Dhi Qar, the head of the extremist sect ' Al-Qurban ' received a life sentence for inciting minors to commit suicide through psychological manipulation. Child Exploitation • Police in Amarah of Maysan Province rescued a 13-year-old girl from an alleged illicit residence. A couple was arrested in connection with the case. Forgery • A suspect was arrested in Baghdad's al-Hurriya district carrying 35 blank Iraqi passports, believed to be linked to a forgery network. Drugs • Interior Minister Abdul Amir al-Shammari announced the dismantling of a cross-border drug trafficking network operating out of Syria. Crime • In Baghdad, military courts received the case of a soldier filmed insulting a civilian. The army described the behavior as personal and inconsistent with military values. • In Amarah, unidentified gunmen killed a civilian near the city's car dealership area before fleeing. A police search is underway. • In Nineveh, police uncovered the murder of a woman initially reported as an electrical accident, arresting her brother and mother after forensic evidence revealed signs of torture and confirmed the killing stemmed from a family dispute. • In Kirkuk, security forces captured one of the province's most wanted fugitives, linked to multiple serious offenses including drug trafficking, theft, and attempted murder.
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16 hours ago
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Iraq-Syria operation targets major captagon network in Damascus
Shafaq News – Basra Iraq's Interior Minister Abdul Amir al-Shammari announced on Wednesday the dismantling of a major international drug trafficking network operating inside Syria. Speaking at a press conference in Basra, al-Shammari said the operation was coordinated with Syrian authorities and led to the seizure of over 1.35 million Captagon pills and the arrest of members of a trafficking cell active in Syrian territory. 'The suspects were apprehended inside Syria, and the drugs were confiscated during the mission.' 'This operation is a model of regional cooperation,' the ministry said in its statement, 'and represents a decisive step in protecting Iraq and neighboring countries from the dangers of transnational drug networks.' Iraq shares a 600-kilometer border with Syria, where, according to the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), over 80 percent of the world's Captagon supply is produced. UNODC figures show Iraq seized more than 24 million Captagon tablets in 2023 alone—an increase of 3,300% since 2019. The pills, which contain amphetamine-based stimulants, are often trafficked from southern Syria through western Iraqi provinces such as Al-Anbar and Nineveh, before being smuggled toward Gulf markets.
Iraqi News
19-05-2025
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Iraq ranks third in the world in combating drugs, Says Interior Ministry
Baghdad-INA The Ministry of Interior announced that it ranked third in the fight against drugs among 138 countries in the World Police Summit (WPS) rankings. "The Iraqi Ministry of Interior continues its work in combating drugs and psychoactive substances, and has become one of the ministries that competes with its counterparts in developed countries in this field,' Interior ministry stated in a statement received by the Iraqi News Agency (INA). "It ranked third among 138 countries and 205 governmental and non-governmental organizations, after India, which ranked first, Montenegro ranked second in WPS, organized by the Dubai Police in its fourth edition,' It added. "On this occasion, we affirm our commitment to continue combating this scourge and dismantling the international and local networks that trade in these drugs, through the strong support of the Prime Minister and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Mohammed Shia' al-Sudani, and the continuous follow-up by the Minister of Interior, Abdul Amir al-Shammari, as well as the support of the Iraqi judiciary, the Drug Enforcement Directorate will be vigilant against anyone who dares to enter the dark tunnel of drugs,' It continued.
Shafaq News
16-05-2025
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Iraqi Interior Minister tours Baghdad Airport ahead of Arab Summit
Shafaq News/ On Friday, Iraqi Interior Minister Abdul Amir al-Shammari visited Baghdad International Airport to review the preparations for receiving delegations participating in the Arab Summit, scheduled to be held in the capital on Saturday. According to a statement from the Ministry, Al-Shammari toured several departments within the airport, emphasizing the importance of maintaining operational momentum and providing full facilitation for 'the arriving Arab brothers to their second home, Iraq.' The minister was briefed on the current flow of operations at the airport and instructed full adhere to the outlined security plans to ensure the safe and smooth reception of Arab delegations. He also called for intensified security efforts, particularly in the critical hours ahead of the summit. Meanwhile, the ministry intensified security measures ahead of the summit, announcing that no demonstrations will be permitted between May 11 and 20.
Iraqi News
01-05-2025
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Interior Minister Highlights Comprehensive Security Plan for Arab Summit
Iraqi Interior Minister Abdul Amir al-Shammari confirmed that a comprehensive security plan has been developed to ensure the safety and success of the upcoming Arab Summit. According to a statement from the minister's media office, al-Shammari met with a delegation from the Arab League Secretary-General on Thursday morning. The delegation arrived in Baghdad to assess the ongoing preparations for securing the summit, which is scheduled for May 17. During the meeting, al-Shammari welcomed the guests to Iraq and discussed the latest developments regarding the work of the Higher Security Committee assigned to secure the event. The minister emphasized that a thorough security plan has been put in place to address all aspects related to the safety of the Arab Summit. He reaffirmed that ensuring the security of the summit was Iraq's responsibility, adding, "All security measures and surveillance protocols are complete, and we are fully prepared to host the summit in Baghdad as scheduled." He further noted that the country's security situation is stable, with all routes secured and a calm environment in place, stating, "Security is the foundation for the progress of any nation." In response, the visiting delegation expressed admiration for Iraq's significant improvements in security, acknowledging the sacrifices of the country's martyrs and wounded heroes. They praised Iraq's security stability and noted that it plays a crucial role in the success of the summit. The delegation also reiterated that Iraq, as a founding member of the Arab League, has strong support from the League's Secretary-General for hosting the summit in a secure and stable environment.
