Latest news in Iraq? September 4th, 2026
04-09-2026
- Security Operations in Kirkuk: Iraqi security forces, coordinated through the Directorate of Intelligence and Security alongside the Kirkuk Counter-Terrorism Department, arrested several wanted ISIS members during an intelligence-led operation in the Hawija district of Kirkuk Governorate. Qatar news agency
- Air Defense Modernization: The Ministry of Defense stated that directives from the Commander-in-Chief have been issued to accelerate the modernization and upgrade timeline of the national air defense system, compressing the implementation roadmap into a three-year window.
- Cross-Border Intelligence Extradition: Iraq’s National Intelligence Service confirmed the repatriation and extradition of political critic and social media personality Zaid Ibrahim Ali from Syria following an external targeted operation coordinated with Syrian security authorities. The New Region
- Border Demining Initiatives: The Iraqi Permanent Mission to the UN in Geneva announced progress in securing international backing and technical support for clearing landmines and unexploded remnants in border zones, aligning with Iraq’s commitments under the Ottawa Convention. اليوم السابع