Iraq arrests 47 officials in anti-corruption campaign
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi has launched a major anti-corruption campaign, resulting in the arrest of 47 officials including members of parliament. The operation is seen as a strategic move to demonstrate governance reform ahead of an upcoming diplomatic visit to Washington.
Why it matters
The arrests highlight the ongoing power struggle in Iraq as the government attempts to balance influence between the United States and Iran while addressing domestic instability.
Iraqi authorities arrested 47 officials, including members of parliament, on Sunday (June 28, 2026) as part of an anti-graft campaign in the corruption-plagued country, state media reported.
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