Iran, Iraq: Iranian authorities reopen land and air borders with Iraq as of Aug. 31 /update 1

Event

Iranian authorities have reopened land and air borders with Iraq as of Aug. 31. Iran closed its land borders and halted all flights with Iraq late Aug. 29 following deadly unrest and clashes in Baghdad between rival Shi'a factions.

Officials will likely maintain heightened security measures, including deploying additional personnel, along the border. Lingering cross-border disruptions, as well as supply chain disruptions and shipping delays, remain probable as authorities clear the backlog from previous days.

Advice

Reconfirm the status of border crossings before travel or processing cargo shipments through the area. Reconfirm flights before onward travel. Heed the advice of authorities, including officers at security checkpoints. Ensure all travel and vehicle documents are in order.