Iraq says dismantled 220 human trafficking networks in 2025

Human trafficking in Iraq often takes the form of “foreign workers” imported into the country by trafficking networks and forced to work under harsh conditions for lengthy hours and minimal payment.

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Iraq, Austria discuss cooperation on illegal migration, human trafficking

Over 15,000 people from Iraq and the Kurdistan Region illegally migrated to Europe during the first six months of 2025, according to a local monitor.

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Seven trafficked foreign workers rescued in Baghdad

The workers reportedly included three Ukrainians, three Kazakhs, and one Tajik

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UK, Iraq, Kurdistan Region sign landmark border security pact

The agreement "sets out the commitments of both countries to work more closely in tackling people smuggling and bolster border security"

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PM Barzani discusses combating illegal migration with UK home secretary

Barzani expressed his gratitude for the UK’s support for the Kurdistan Region, and expressed hopes to strengthen bilateral ties in all sectors.

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British PM vows to accost ‘vile’ human traffickers, urges int’l support to stop illegal migration through Channel

Starmer noted that stopping human trafficking and illegal migration needs a "global response" on a scale "far beyond where we are now”.

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EU aiding Iraq in combatting narcotics, human trafficking: ambassador

The EU is working with Iraq to tackle drug and human trafficking and broader security issues, amid talks of withdrawing coalition troops.

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