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Iraq Ranks Third Globally in Drug Trafficking Fight

5/19/2025

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Iraq's Ministry of Interior proudly announced its impressive third-place ranking among 138 nations in the fight against drug trafficking at the World Police Summit in the UAE, trailing only India and Montenegro. In a significant crackdown in 2025, authorities arrested over 3,000 suspects and confiscated 2.1 tons of drugs, reaffirming their dedication to dismantling drug networks and safeguarding the community.

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Iraq's Ministry of Interior proudly announced its impressive third-place ranking among 138 nations in the fight against drug trafficking at the World Police Summit in the UAE, trailing only India and Montenegro. In a significant crackdown in 2025, authorities arrested over 3,000 suspects and confiscated 2.1 tons of drugs, reaffirming their dedication to dismantling drug networks and safeguarding the community.