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Iraq· BaghdadIraqi Foreign Minister's Statements on Border Crossings with Iran
The Iraqi Foreign Minister stated that Washington asked Iraq to close its border crossings with Iran, a request Iraq rejected.
Background
Iraq maintains complex relations with both the United States and Iran, balancing security concerns, economic ties, and regional stability. The US has imposed sanctions on Iran, often seeking to limit its regional influence. Iraq, sharing a long border with Iran, is a key transit point.
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