Iraqi Interior Ministry takes over security in 6 governorates
Members of the Iraqi federal police forces stand guard at a checkpoint in a street in the capital Baghdad. Photo: AFP
Baghdad (IraqiNews.com) – In an announcement that reflects the progress achieved by the Iraqi government in controlling the security situation in the country, especially with the succession of preventive strikes against remnants of ISIS terrorists, the Iraqi Ministry of Interior announced on Wednesday it took over responsibility for the security file in the Anbar governorate, in western Iraq.
The announcement took place during the visit of the Iraqi Minister of Interior, Abdul Amir Al-Shammari, to Anbar, where he announced that the ministry would be responsible for the security of six other governorates.
In a press conference, Al-Shammari announced the opening of the Anbar Police Command building, which will have a significant role in enhancing security and stability in the governorate.
The Iraqi Minister of Interior explained that the ministry formed the Fallujah Police Directorate a week ago, which has integrated departments.
Al-Shammari added that the ministry will be responsible for the security of city centers in the liberated governorates, elaborating that there are requirements, such as the preparation of infrastructure, so the local police will be able to take control of the security situation.