US Urges Iraq to Tighten Border Controls with Iran Amid Growing Tensions

11/09/2026

Washington has asked Baghdad to close all but two commercial crossings with Iran as part of its pressure campaign

11/09/2026

The developments come amid mounting regional tensions, disruptions to critical energy routes and stalled diplomatic efforts to end the conflict

11/09/2026

The US asked Iraq to shut all but two of its border crossings with Iran as part of efforts to increase economic pressure on Tehran.

11/08/2026

Nov 8 (Reuters) - The ⁠US ⁠Treasury has ⁠asked Iraq to close all border crossings with Iran ‌except for two ‌as part of ⁠Washington's ⁠policy of increasing economic pressure on Tehran, Iraqi...