# Iraq-Turkey anti-corruption cooperation

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/iraq-turkey-anti-corruption-cooperation
> Updated: 2026-09-15T20:57:55.000Z. Sources: 18. Developments: 2.

Iraq and Turkey have established direct communication and cooperation channels to combat corruption. Muhammed Ali Lami, head of Iraq’s Anti-Corruption Commission, met with Turkey’s Ambassador to Baghdad, Anıl Bora İnan, to discuss mechanisms for tracking and recovering funds obtained through corrupt activities. 

The cooperation aims to address obstacles in apprehending wanted individuals and preventing money laundering. Lami noted that strengthening the rule of law is essential for creating a secure investment environment and supporting reconstruction projects.

## Claims

- The PKK/KCK terrorist organization has been forced to dissolve itself and lay down its arms. (corroborated by 8 sources)
- Turkey is monitoring the liquidation process of all regional extensions of the PKK. (corroborated by 8 sources)
- The liquidation of PKK branches in Syria and Iraq is a critical threshold for regional peace. (corroborated by 8 sources)
- The PJAK organization in Iran must be included in the liquidation process. (corroborated by 8 sources)
- In 2026, 1,592 operations were conducted against 562 organized crime groups. (corroborated by 6 sources)
- In 2026, 38,915 drug operations resulted in 32,848 arrests and the seizure of 36 tons of narcotics. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- Turkey seeks to strengthen cooperation between Interpol units with Iran regarding extradition and deportation. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Turkey's security is Iran's security. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-09-15: Turkey and Iran discuss counter-terrorism and organized crime cooperation

Turkish and Iranian interior ministers met in Ankara to coordinate on counter-terrorism, specifically the dissolution of the PKK/KCK, and to strengthen cooperation against organized crime and drug trafficking.

16 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/turkey-and-iran-ministers-discuss-counter-terrorism-and-security-cooperation

### 2026-09-02: Iraq and Turkey establish direct channels for anti-corruption cooperation

Iraq and Turkey have established direct communication channels to cooperate on anti-corruption efforts, including asset recovery and the apprehension of fugitives.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/iraq-and-turkey-establish-direct-channels-for-anti-corruption-cooperation

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