The Iraqi Interior Ministry has reassured citizens of the country’s robust border security amid concerns over regional developments in neighboring Syria.

Speaking at a press conference on Monday, Interior Ministry spokesperson Brig. Gen. Muqdad Miri addressed circulating rumors about potential security vulnerabilities. “What is happening in the regional landscape has become a matter of public discourse, and we aim to reassure the public amid rumors suggesting security vulnerabilities and border risks,” Miri stated.

He emphasized the comprehensive measures in place along Iraq’s borders, particularly the Iraq-Syria boundary. “The 3,813 kilometers of Iraqi borders are fully secured, and our border with Syria is particularly well-fortified compared to other neighboring countries,” he said, adding that infiltration across the border is “impossible” due to extensive fortifications and the deployment of military units.

Miri detailed the resources allocated for border security, including two divisions from the Border Guard Command, supported by the Iraqi Army and the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF). Additional reinforcements include units from the Rapid Response Force and Federal Police.

Despite these assurances, reports of heightened military activity in Syria have raised concerns. According to Syrian army sources, Iranian-backed militias from Iraq entered northern Syria overnight to support embattled Syrian government forces.

Dozens of fighters from Iraq’s Hashd al-Shaabi reportedly crossed into Syria through a military route near the Al-Bukamal crossing. A senior Syrian army officer told Reuters that the reinforcements, including fighters from Iraq’s Kataib Hezbollah and Fatemiyoun groups, were dispatched to bolster Syrian forces struggling against insurgents in the north.

Iranian-aligned militias have been instrumental in supporting Syrian President Bashar Assad throughout the Syrian conflict, enabling his forces to regain most of the territory previously held by insurgents. However, recent reports suggest that a manpower shortage has contributed to setbacks for Syrian forces, including their withdrawal from Aleppo.

As the regional situation evolves, Iraq’s Interior Ministry continues to underscore its commitment to border security, seeking to maintain public confidence amid escalating tensions.