PoliticsIraqi PM Cracks Down on Militia Influence: Mosul Airport Contracts Canceled
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Al Zaidi has ordered the cancellation of three contracts at Mosul International Airport, citing alleged links to armed groups and challenging the influence of Iran-backed militias. The decision aims to transfer control of airport services to international companies, asserting state authority over facilities and revenue.
The National|November 8, 2026