This week’s Iraq 🧵 1/7 PM Sudani addressed NATO in Brussels, calling for stronger NATO ties on counterterrorism, cyber defense, air defense & deterrence. He expressed a vision that prioritizes sovereignty and keeps Iraq out of conflicts.

7/7 Economy & climate: Kurdistan launched a $230m JICA-backed wastewater project for Erbil—eventually to serve 3m people. Meanwhile, Iraq’s water reserves dropped to 5 bcm, the lowest in 80 years, amid low releases from Turkey. 📄 Full report: enablingpeace.org/ishm511/

This week's #Iraq 🧵 1/6 In Doha, PM Sudani condemned Israeli strikes, warning they “kill off opportunities for peaceful solutions." He urged Arab-Islamic unity, coordinated deterrence, and called for a broad Islamic alliance to confront shared security & economic challenges.

2/6 The U.S. designated 4 Iraqi militias— Harakat al-Nujaba, Kataib Sayyid al-Shuhada, Harakat Ansar Allah al-Awfiya, & Kataib al-Imam Ali —as foreign terrorist orgs. Washington cited Iran’s ongoing support that enables the groups to carry out attacks across Iraq.

6/6 Environment: The KRG launched a “green belt” project around Erbil, aiming to plant 7m trees to improve air quality & cut sandstorms. Meanwhile, Iraq began building its first rainwater harvesting dam in Anbar, with 6.8m m³ capacity. 📄 Full report 👉enablingpeace.org/ishm512/

The Tigris & Euphrates are drowning in untreated sewage. 🚨 Our latest briefing asks: why is this disgusting practice allowed to continue? And what can Baghdad & Erbil do to save water, food & public health? Watch 🎥👇 youtube.com/watch?v=EPAHYw…

This week's #Iraq 🧵 1/7 PM Sudani referred ex-Wasit governor Mohammed al-Mayahi & other officials to court for negligence leading to July mall fire in al-Kut, which killed >60. Mayahi accused Sudani of politicizing the case & punishing him for refusing to join his coalition.

4/7 On energy: Sudani announced a “historic” deal with the KRG & oil companies to resume exports via the Iraq–Turkey pipeline, suspended since March 2023. He said the agreement ensures fair wealth distribution & attracts investment.

This week’s Iraq 🧵: 1/7 🇮🇶✈️ PM Sudani visited the UAE for talks with Pres. Mohammed bin Zayed on trade, energy & transport ties. He also met with Minister Sultan al-Jaber to advance a 1,000 MW solar power project awarded to Masdar in 2021.

This week’s Iraq 🧵 1/7 🗳️ Just days after certifying candidates, Iraq’s election commission has disqualified several prominent figures from running in the November elections, including independent MP Sajjad Salim, former MP Mohammed al-Dayni, and MP Khalid al-Mafraji.

Iraq & the KRG recently struck a major oil deal that allowed exports through Turkey to resume after a 30-month halt. Our latest video breaks down the dispute, the new agreement, and what’s next. youtu.be/-RO-ujphNB4

Iraq’s water crisis demands practical solutions. Our new report analyzes the potential of drip irrigation, identifies key barriers to adoption, and outlines actionable steps to expand its use nationwide. enablingpeace.org/irrigation/

Iraq is facing its worst water crisis in 90 years. As wells run dry, our research finds hope: drip irrigation can save up to 60% of water and boost yields. Used well, it could help secure food and livelihoods for millions in the Cradle of Civilization. 🔗 enablingpeace.org/irrigation

This week’s Iraq 🧵 1/7 💥 In the 1st deadly attack this election year, Baghdad council member and candidate Safa Hijazi was killed in an IED attack. Four associates were injured. Sudani ordered top security officials to investigate amid rising fears of election violence.

Consider this: Iraq’s drought is the worst in 90 years; agriculture uses 70% of available water; drip irrigation can reduce agricultural water use by 60%. Our field research looks at how modern irrigation tech. can be the answer to Iraq’s water crisis. enablingpeace.org/irrigation/