Repatriation of Iraqi migrants from Libya delayed again

On Sunday, the embassy announced the allocations of two C-130 aircraft with the approval of Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia’ al-Sudani to repatriate 173 Iraqi migrants who entered Libyan territory illegally.

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EXCLUSIVE: Inside Iraq’s plan to receive ISIS prisoners from Syria

Exclusive details on the transfer of Islamic State (ISIS) prisoners from Syria to Iraq, with Baghdad preparing to receive thousands of prisoners amid a volatile security situation in its neighbor.

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US launches ISIS prisoner transfer from Syria to Iraq

“The transfer mission began while US forces successfully transported 150 ISIS fighters held at a detention facility in Hasakah, Syria, to a secure location in Iraq,” the army’s Central Command (CENTCOM) said.

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Iraq’s top court reverses exclusion of four presidential candidates

Out of 28 sumbitted objections, the court announced Wednesday that it upheld the exclusion of 24 objectors, while overturning four previous decisions.

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Iraqi parliament to review border security with ministers amid Syria developments

"The parliament will host the Ministers of Defense and Interior and the leaders of the security services next week to follow up on the readiness of the borders with Syria," Faihan said.

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Corruption networks shield Iran-backed militias in Iraq: US Envoy

"I know in detail how illicit money is channeled. It does not flow only through senior principals," the US envoy stressed.

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SDF says ‘compelled to withdraw’ from al-Hol camp

"Our forces were compelled to withdraw from Al-Hol Camp and redeploy in the vicinity of cities in northern Syria that are facing increasing risks and threats"

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Stalled power projects threaten summer electricity in Dhi Qar, warns lawmaker

An Iraqi lawmaker said most power generation projects in Dhi Qar province remain stalled despite being awarded to foreign companies, blaming neglect by the Ministry of Electricity and warning that continued delays could trigger an electricity crisis in the coming summer.

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Iraq’s Sadr demands Syria hand over ISIS prisoners after detention facility breaches

“The Syrian authorities must be asked to hand over the Iraqi detainees to the Iraqi government,” Sadr said in a statement, calling on the security forces to “raise their level of readiness and remain vigilant.”

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