Baghdad and Erbil Boost Security Coordination, Discuss Iran Border Deal

Iraqi National Security Adviser Qasim Al-Aboudi visited Erbil to bolster security coordination between the federal government and the Kurdistan Region. He met with Kurdistan Democratic Party leader Masoud Barzani to discuss joint efforts in border security and combating smuggling.

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Al-Aboudi, leading a security delegation, emphasized the federal government's commitment to the Kurdistan Region's security and stability. The visit also focused on the implementation of the security agreement between Iraq and Iran, with a high-level committee meeting in Erbil to review its provisions. This agreement aims to prevent Iraqi territory from being used for attacks against Iran and to enhance border control.

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the overall situation inside Iraq

The committee, co-chaired by Al-Aboudi and Kurdistan Region Interior Minister Reber Ahmed, reviewed measures to secure borders, prevent infiltration and smuggling, and maintain security. The discussions underscored the need for continued federal-regional coordination in implementing the agreement, serving Iraq's interests and sovereignty. The initiative addresses concerns over Iranian Kurdish opposition groups operating near the mountainous Iraq-Iran border.

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the overall situation inside Iraq