[108545] Iraq: Enforcement actions against drug trafficking and the fight against money smuggling

The fight against crime and smuggling in Iraq

Law enforcement authorities in Iraq report today, July 2, 2026, on intensified operations on two main fronts: the war on drugs and attempts to stop capital smuggling from the country.

According to reports by واحد العراق and وكالة الأنباء العراقية (واع), the Counter-Terrorism Service carried out arrest operations of two drug traffickers, alongside conducting extensive sweeping operations in various areas. The news was also confirmed by وكالة بغداد اليوم الاخبارية, which noted that this is a continuous effort by security forces in this field.

At the same time, وكالة بغداد اليوم الاخبارية reports that the Integrity Commission (the commission for combating corruption) has reached agreements with the Central Bank of Iraq. The parties agreed to take steps to "dry up money smuggling routes", a move intended to tighten financial supervision in the country.

These are official reports from local media outlets, highlighting government activity in the areas of law enforcement and economics, while presenting the authorities' determination in dealing with internal threats.