Iraq destroys over 217 kilograms of narcotics Iraq on Sunday destroyed over 217 kilograms of narcotic substance as part of the government’s efforts to combat the increasing use of drugs in the country. Jul. 28, 2024 News
Iraq court sentences two to death for drug trafficking Death sentences on drug trafficking charges revealed by officials at Baghdad conference on combating narcotics. Jul. 22, 2024 News
Al-Sudani opens second Baghdad International Conference on Combating Narcotics Iraqi PM Mohammed Shia' al-Sudani emphasizes Iraq's efforts to dismantle drug gangs and the importance of international cooperation to address growing drug threat. Jul. 22, 2024 News
Drug rehab center to be opened in Erbil The American Sterling Charity Foundation is establishing a drug rehabilitation center in Erbil with cooperation from the local government. Jun. 25, 2024 News
3.5 million Captagon pills seized at Iraqi border Iraqi customs seized 3.5 million Captagon pills amid ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking. Jun. 18, 2024 News
Iraq's most dangerous neighborhood reclaimed, hundreds arrested Iraq reclaims Bataween, Baghdad's most dangerous neighborhood from organized crime gangs as hundreds arrested after decades of neglect and lawlessness. Jun. 13, 2024 Features
Over 1.5 tons of drugs seized in 2024: Iraqi Interior Ministry Iraq's Ministry of Interior seized over 1.5 tons of drugs in the first half of 2024, with a total of five tons seized over two years. Jun. 11, 2024 News
Iraq seizes 2.5 million Captagon pills Around 2.5 million Captagon pills were seized in Najaf and Anbar provinces, leading to 11 death sentences for drug-related convictions. May. 28, 2024 Articles
Iraq's rising crime blamed on weapons, drugs, and poverty amid illusory investigations The tragedy in Basra, attributed to financial distress reflects a broader surge in crime across Iraq amid concerns of rushed investigations. May. 19, 2024 Features