Iraqi armed forces tighten border controls, vow crackdown on cross-border attacks
Iraq’s military is stepping up border security and pursuing suspects after recent attacks, vowing not to allow its territory to threaten neighboring countries.
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AISabah Al-Numan, spokesperson for the commander of the Iraqi armed forces, said there are directives to tighten control over borders and entry points, noting that authorities are taking measures to prevent any activity that could threaten neighboring countries.
Al-Numan added that specialized agencies continue to pursue those involved in carrying out attacks, stressing that Iraq "will not allow its territory to be used as a launchpad for attacks on its neighbors."
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Following recent incidents in Maysan province, the commander-in-chief of the Iraqi armed forces ordered strict security measures, including enhanced control over borders and crossings and preventing any activity originating from Iraqi soil that could threaten the security of neighboring states.
The measures in Maysan also included the dismissal of security leaders and the formation of an investigative committee regarding the province’s operations command, after probes linked attacks to a site within the area.