SAEDNEWS: Iran and Iraq have signed four pivotal judicial agreements to enhance cooperation against terrorism and streamline legal processes for Iranian pilgrims. The accords also address prisoner transfers, intelligence sharing, and regional security through intensified anti-terror coordination.
According to SAEDNEWS, In a significant move to reinforce regional stability, Iran and Iraq have intensified their joint anti-terrorism efforts through the signing of four key judicial agreements. Nasser Saraj, Iran’s Deputy for International Affairs of the Judiciary, led a senior delegation to Baghdad where the accords were finalized on Saturday, marking a new chapter in bilateral legal cooperation.
During his visit, Saraj met with high-ranking Iraqi officials, including Supreme Judicial Council President Faeq Zaidan, Attorney General Najm Abdullah Ahmad, Justice Minister Khaled Shwani, and Laith Jabr Hamza, head of the Judicial Oversight Organization. Discussions focused on expediting legal actions against terrorist groups such as the MKO, ISIS, Komala, and PJAK, and progressing with investigations related to the 2020 assassination of General Qassem Soleimani.
Iraqi Attorney General Najm Abdullah emphasized the enduring brotherhood between the two nations, reaffirming Baghdad’s commitment to judicial collaboration. “Our cooperation is rooted in shared values and will continue to grow,” he said.
The four signed agreements cover critical areas including the exchange of prisoners, extradition of criminals, civil judicial cooperation, and mutual legal assistance. These developments stemmed from the fourth Iran-Iraq Anti-Terrorism Judicial Committee meeting held earlier in the week in Baghdad.
The committee also jointly condemned Israeli military actions in Lebanon and the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran. Saraj highlighted recent successes, noting the transfer of 50 Iranian prisoners from Iraq and expressing confidence in resolving pending cases.
Justice Minister Khaled Shwani praised the evolving partnership, describing it as both historic and constructive.
Saraj also addressed challenges faced by Iranian pilgrims traveling to Iraq, especially during Arba’een. He urged Iraqi officials to simplify border processes and prevent unjust detentions caused by technical entry issues, pointing out that pilgrims lacking Iraqi entry stamps often do not have criminal intent.
Zaidan assured that these concerns would be handled, promising smoother legal procedures for Iranian visitors.
Efforts will now focus on enhancing border coordination to ensure pilgrims are properly documented upon entry and exit, reducing the risk of legal complications.
The committee’s Thursday session yielded ten major resolutions, including commitments to track and prosecute affiliates of terrorist groups through joint intelligence and legal frameworks. Other resolutions condemned Israeli and U.S. military actions in the region and aimed to accelerate prisoner transfers by activating a 2011 amnesty pact.
Additional steps include annual evaluations of courts handling cross-border trade disputes and coordinated action to tackle corruption and drug trafficking.
Both sides concluded by reaffirming their commitment to judicial reciprocity and regional security, underscoring a shared vision for stability and justice in the Middle East.
