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Baghdad announces crackdown on drug trafficking, gangs in Maysan

Security file in Maysan governorate has become a priority for the Iraqi government following assassinations, armed tribal conflicts, organized crime and drug trafficking.
Arrest drug smugglers

A wave of assassinations in Maysan province has led Iraqi Prime Minister Mustafa al-Kadhimi to establish a special operations command. 

Kadhimi, who is also commander in chief of armed forces, visited this southern province bordering Iran on Feb. 9 and met with Maysan’s security services chiefs. 

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