The recent visits by Iraqi officials to inspect the western borders of the country reflected the growing interest of the security leadership in increasing the readiness of the military units deployed on ‘ border with Syria, and the strength of the barrier system built to prevent the infiltration of terrorist elements. .
Despite these provisions, observers emphasized the importance of expanding the use of electronic surveillance methods to increase the effectiveness of border protection.
Ahmed Jadian, a retired military man, told Al-Hurra that the heavy deployment of various types of ground forces in the border area prevented any violations in the recent period.
But Jadian suggested to the responsible authorities that “drones should be working at this time to secure the borders in a very important way.” According to his word.
Iraq will start building 100 km of concrete on the border with Syria
In the last two years, the Ministry of the Interior has strengthened the forces of the Border Protection Command, and installed a group of sites at several border points, after the Council of Ministers 10 billion Iraqi dinars be allocated in 2023 to increase border security.
Political observers believe that the Syrian camp of Al-Hawl, near the western border of Iraq, remains part of the threat to these borders, warning that the presence of more than 18,000 Iraqis inside the camp represents a “time bomb” that threatens stability in Iraq. .
Political researcher Makram Al-Qaisi told Al-Hurra, “The ideology of ISIS is still widespread there, so we say we must end these camps,” adding that “the return of those who have been moved to their lands to change this ideology is now a ticking time bomb.”
In recent years, the Iraqi government has taken a set of measures to secure its border with Syria, which extends for about 600 kilometers, through a series of security strongholds, represented by digging slit trenches and building concrete barriers, as well as increasing the number of border points equipped with thermal surveillance cameras.
Meanwhile, the Iraqi Ministry of Interior recently announced that it had begun building a 100-kilometer long concrete wall to complete the process of securing the Iraqi-Syrian border.
The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Mr. Muhammad Shiaa Al-Sudani, directs to equip the border forces with modern weapons and secure their technical requirements…
Posted byIraqi Prime Minister’s Press Officeforward Thursday, November 21, 2024
The Prime Minister, Muhammad Shiaa Al-Sudani, said that the technical and administrative work of the border forces, the use of the outposts, and the installation of towers, cameras and barriers “have reached the best levels compared to the years before.”
The Iraqi Prime Minister said in a statement that Al-Sudani “ordered the border forces to be equipped with modern weapons and continue to work to ensure the security of all the borders, and fight against drugs, trans-crime borders, and all kinds of abuse. harm the security and sovereignty of Iraq,” according to the statement.
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**Beyond traditional methods like trenches and walls, what emerging technologies (e.g., drones, AI-powered surveillance) show the most promise in effectively securing Iraq’s porous western border, and what are the potential ethical considerations surrounding their deployment?**
## Interview: Securing Iraq’s Western Borders
**Welcome to World Today News. Today we’re discussing the recent efforts by the Iraqi government to secure its western borders with Syria. Joining us are two distinguished guests: Ahmed Jadian, a retired military official with extensive experience in border security, and Makram Al-Qaisi, a political researcher specializing in regional security issues. Thank you both for being here.**
**I’d like to begin by addressing the recent increased military presence along the border. Mr. Jadian, as someone with firsthand knowledge of border operations, what’s your assessment of this deployment and its effectiveness?**
**(Mr. Jadian provides his assessment, possibly highlighting the positive aspects and any perceived shortcomings of the current deployment).**
**That’s insightful. Mr. Al-Qaisi, the article mentions the presence of Al-Hawl camp near the border, housing thousands of Iraqi nationals. How do you see this camp impacting border security, and what measures do you believe are necessary to address the potential threat it presents?**
**(Mr. Al-Qaisi elaborates on the complexities of the Al-Hawl camp, discussing the spread of extremist ideologies and the challenges of reintegrating former ISIS members).**
**Thank you, Mr. Al-Qaisi. Now, the article mentions both traditional border security measures like trenches and concrete walls, as well as more modern technology like thermal surveillance cameras. Do you think this mix of approaches is sufficient, Mr. Jadian? What role do you see for advanced surveillance technologies, such as drones, in strengthening border security?**
**(Mr. Jadian discusses the merits of both traditional and modern security solutions, possibly highlighting the specific advantages of drone technology for border patrol).**
**Mr. Al-Qaisi, you mentioned the threat of ISIS ideology continuing to spread. How can the Iraqi government effectively counter this ideology while simultaneously preventing further infiltration from Syria?**
**(Mr. Al-Qaisi offers his perspective on countering extremist ideologies and proposes possible solutions, which could include community-based programs, education initiatives, or cooperating with international partners).**
**both of you have highlighted the complexities and challenges facing Iraq’s border security. What message would you like to convey to the international community regarding the need for support and cooperation in this critical area? **
**(Both guests offer closing remarks, emphasizing the need for global collaboration and highlighting the interconnected nature of regional security).**
**Thank you both, Mr. Jadian & Mr. Al-Qaisi, for sharing your valuable insights. This has been an illuminating discussion on a crucial issue. To our viewers, we encourage you to continue engaging with these important topics and to stay informed about developments along Iraq’s borders.**
