Iraq PM seeks border security, regional ties amid Iran crossing closure

Iraqi PM Ali al Zaidi is balancing border security and regional cooperation with Iran, Syria, and Jordan after Iran closed a key crossing in Maysan province. Baghdad faces pressure from Iranian-backed militias and instability along its borders, complicating efforts to assert state control. The closure signals heightened friction with Tehran, while Iraq pursues closer ties with Amman and Damascus.

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