Politics● Low27m ago · Nov 15, 2026, 5:36 AM
Iraqi PM escalates Jurf Al Sakhar smuggling crackdown, sacks security chiefs and refers suspects to court
GlobeAlert Desk · curated from The National · United Arab Emirates · Middle East
The Iraqi Prime Minister has intensified efforts to combat smuggling in Jurf Al Sakhar, leading to the dismissal of security officials and the prosecution of suspects. This indicates a significant government initiative against illicit activities.
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