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Iraq Resumes Border Traffic with Iran After Security Review

By Geopolitics Desk · 2026-09-13 · Updated 2026-09-13 08:00 UTC
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Iraq has initiated a phased reopening of border crossings with Iran, with passenger traffic resuming Sunday and commercial goods following on a staggered schedule through Thursday. This decision, directed by Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi, follows a security review aimed at strengthening border controls while maintaining 24/7 operations at the Zurbatiyah and Al-Munthiriya crossings.

  • The Iraqi Security Media Cell has detailed the specific staggered timeline for commercial traffic, which begins at Al-Shalamcheh on Monday, moves to Mandali on Tuesday, and concludes at Al-Shib on Thursday, following the Sunday resumption of passenger entry, according to GN geopolitics/migration (en-US).

    Source: jordannews.jo
  • Baghdad initiates a phased reopening of key border crossings with Iran, implementing a staggered schedule for passenger and commercial traffic following brief security closures.

    Source: shafaq.com
Based on reporting by shafaq.com and jordannews.jo, compiled by the Tradingbird desk.

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