Iraq PM Launches Anti-Corruption Crackdown, Arrests Officials

Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi announced that the arrest of dozens of politicians and senior officials was only the first phase of a wider anti-corruption campaign.

The wave of arrests has shaken the political establishment, with the premier promising to root out graft at the highest levels.

The crackdown comes amid growing public anger over corruption and mismanagement of state resources.

The government has vowed to pursue further prosecutions and recover stolen assets.