Published: Apr 05, 2026, 08:00 IST | Updated: Apr 05, 2026, 08:00 IST
Iraq has suspended trade and passenger movement through the Shalamcheh border crossing, a key transit route connecting Iraq and Iran, amid rising regional security concerns linked to the ongoing US-Iran conflict. The crossing is vital for commerce, pilgrims, and cross-border travel, and the suspension signals growing caution along critical frontier routes.