AGP Executive Report
Last update: 33 minutes agoArmed Factions: Washington warned Iraq could face sanctions and a terrorism-sponsor designation unless Baghdad brings armed groups’ weapons under state control by June 2027. Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi is negotiating with faction leaders, even as the talks face resistance. Parliament and Budget: Opposition blocs are urging parliament to meet Wednesday, its first session in two years, while Zaidi and a KDP delegation discussed the disputed federal budget draft. Security: Turkish forces have begun a partial withdrawal from Zilkan camp in Nineveh, with provincial police taking over checkpoints. Oil and Jobs: Thousands protested at Basra’s West Qurna 1 field over jobs and stalled services. Baghdad says it aims to finalize a Chevron contract for West Qurna 2 by year-end. Accountability: Five Nineveh education officials were detained over alleged fake procurement receipts; two customs officials in Kirkuk were also arrested over alleged violations.
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