Iraq's closure of Iran border crossing fuels protests
Published on: Monday 26 October 2026
The crossing was closed Wednesday, October 21, until further notice. Iraqi authorities cited technical and security concerns, but the decision has drawn growing opposition from influential Iran-aligned factions within Iraq's political establishment.
News source: https://www.voanews.com/a/iraqs-closure-of-iran-border-crossing-fuels-protests/8215389.html
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