Cabinet Holds Emergency Meeting to Discuss Western Border File and Enhance Security
The Cabinet held an emergency meeting chaired by the Prime Minister, dedicated to studying the security situation on the western borders and establishing new mechanisms to prevent infiltration. The meeting was attended by leaders of security and intelligence agencies, where a detailed report was presented on gaps exploited by terrorists in mountainous areas. The Council agreed to increase joint patrols by forty percent, and equip border points with modern equipment and advanced communications systems. An emergency budget was also allocated to support forces operating in those areas, with emphasis on the need for full coordination between federal forces and the Peshmerga. The Prime Minister stressed that protecting borders is a national responsibility, and the state will not be lenient in securing its lands. This meeting comes amid escalating terrorist threats on the western borders, as the government seeks to close all gaps that terrorists might infiltrate through. The meeting also addressed the need for enhanced border surveillance technologies and faster response protocols to address any emerging threats. The Interior Minister affirmed that security forces are ready to implement all recommendations issued by the meeting immediately.