Iraqi Security Forces Arrest Senior Politicians in Major Anti-Corruption Operation in Baghdad
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First reported by Ynet · 5 hours ago
What happened
Iraqi security forces arrested at least 20 senior politicians and officials in Baghdad's Green Zone overnight Sunday in a sweeping anti-corruption operation. The detainees include members of parliament and former government officials suspected of embezzling billions of dollars. The crackdown is part of ongoing investigations into corruption in key ministries and aims to advance reforms before Prime Minister Ali Al-Zaydi's upcoming US visit.
- 01Iraqi forces arrested 20 senior politicians and officials in Baghdad's Green Zone overnight Sunday.
- 02The detainees include former government members and current parliamentarians suspected of corruption.
- 03Investigations focus on embezzlement in oil, electricity, and investment sectors involving billions of dollars.
- 04Parliamentary immunity was lifted for some suspects after coordination between government branches.
- 05Operation may continue amid US pressure to combat corruption and funding of Iran-linked armed groups.
- 06Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi will visit Iraq for regional and bilateral consultations.
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