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Pakistan and Iraq Close Key Borders, Halting Cross-Border Trade with Iran

2 reports, 2 independent Updated Oct 24
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What happened

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Pakistan and Iraq have closed key land routes, halting cross-border commercial activities. Iraq shut the Sheeb border point, citing the need to tighten enforcement against smuggling. Meanwhile, Pakistan blocked trucks coming from Iran at Gabd and Taftan, stating the moves were related to sanctions enforcement. The closure of the Federal Investigation Agency gate in Islamabad also halted trade at the Taftan crossing.

From livemint.com, tribune.com.pk

Why it matters

Some supportBrind's analysis of the reports

The land route closures add to the economic pressure on Iran, which is already facing isolation due to a U.S. naval blockade and sanctions that have severed most of its shipping and air routes. These actions are part of efforts by the U.S. to cut off Iran’s land access.

From livemint.com

Who's involved

  • PakistanBlocked trucks from Iran at key crossings, citing sanctions enforcement.
  • BaghdadShut the Sheeb border point, citing the need to tighten enforcement against smuggling.
  • IranThe country whose land routes are being cut off by Pakistan and Iraq.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • TehranSpeculative

    The direct border closure could severely impact Iranian trade.

How it developed

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  1. Border closures by Pakistan and Iraq escalate regional tensions, prompting US efforts to cut off Iran's land routes.1 source
  2. FIA gate closure in Islamabad halts cross-border commercial activities.1 source

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