Iraqi Security Forces Conduct Raids in Baghdad’s Green Zone Amid Anti-Corruption Campaign
Iraqi security forces launched raids in Baghdad’s Green Zone early on Sunday, targeting politicians, lawmakers, and senior government officials. The operation, carried out by Elite Counter Terrorism Service units and ordered by Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi, is described as the start of a broader anti-corruption campaign. Heavy security deployment was reported at the Green Zone entrances, and video,
Iraqi security forces launched raids in Baghdad’s Green Zone early on Sunday, targeting politicians, lawmakers, and senior government officials. The operation was carried out by Elite Counter Terrorism Service units and ordered by Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi. It is described as the start of a broader anti-corruption campaign. According to alarabiya, the Green Zone houses the US embassy, other diplomatic missions, international institutions, and government offices. Video footage showed security forces in heavy vehicles such as tanks inside the Green Zone, including inside a compound and a house. Heavy security deployment was reported at the entrances of the Green Zone. According to timesofindia, the raids were carried out pursuant to judicial orders and targeted individuals implicated in financial corruption. According to timesofindia, the operation preceded Prime Minister Zaidi's US visit. According to bluesky, at least 15 individuals were arrested in Baghdad during the operation.
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