# Iraq Arrests Ex-Provincial Governor in Anti-Corruption Sweep

Iraqi authorities have detained a former provincial governor as part of an ongoing anti-graft crackdown. The arrest signals continued efforts to hold officials accountable for corruption, a key issue shaping public trust in the government.

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## Sources

### World
- [Al Jazeera](https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/8/9/former-iraqi-provincial-governor-arrested-as-graft-crackdown-continues?traffic_source=rss) — Sun, 09 Aug 2026 16:53:45 +0000