AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoIraq–Syria Justice Coordination: Iraq and Syria agreed to set up judicial committees to review ISIS prisoner cases after detainees were transferred from Syrian facilities to Iraqi prisons, aiming for smoother legal coordination and mutually acceptable solutions. Kurdistan Fuel Crunch: Fuel restrictions in Iraqi Kurdistan tightened again, with subsidized gasoline quotas cut and many drivers forced into early-morning lines for limited station “master card” purchases. Air Connectivity Boost: Iraqi Airways resumed direct Basra–Delhi flights and launched Kirkuk–Delhi, adding options for travelers and business routes. Regional Security Pressure: Iraq is moving to strengthen air defenses as the prime minister faces pressure over disarming Iran-backed militias, with disarmament deadlines now in focus. Travel Advisory Watch: The U.S. State Department reiterated its four-tier safety warning system for Americans abroad, while separate coverage highlights shifting travel restrictions and advisories in 2026. Visa-on-Arrival Update (Nepal): Nepal published a list of 13 countries whose citizens can’t get visa-on-arrival, including Iraq, requiring travelers to arrange alternatives before departure. UAE Flight Resumption: Emirates plans to resume Dubai–Bahrain flights from Aug. 15, while Kuwait services remain suspended and Etihad’s Bahrain schedule is reduced.
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