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Baghdad Revises Borders Amid U.S. Pressure
The closure of the Shib border crossing between Iraq and Iran was implemented as a precautionary measure by the Iraqi government to review and update security procedures, including the installation of modern detection devices to prevent smuggling. There is conflicting information regarding its motivations: official statements confirm that the closure is temporary, while there are reports of American pressures to impose trade restrictions with Tehran. It is worth noting that the government has not set a timetable for reopening the crossing, and trade through other border points continues as usual. Meanwhile, Iran has closed the Jaduba border crossing and is in discussions with Iraq about reopening it. The measure is linked to American economic pressure policies against Tehran, with Iraq’s border being considered its weakest point in terms of control.
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