Iraq Seeks Extradition of Former Officials in $2.5B Corruption Scandal from US and UK

Iraq has requested the extradition of former officials accused of facilitating the theft of $2.5 billion in public funds, one of the country's largest corruption cases. The arrest warrants were issued for four individuals, including a former finance minister and staff members of former prime minister Mustafa al-Kadhimi. Interpol has issued Red Notices for two suspects with American citizenship and one suspect with British citizenship, while the fourth suspect is believed to be residing in the United Arab Emirates. The money was stolen through cashing cheques by five companies, and the suspects are accused of facilitating the embezzlement of funds belonging to the tax authorities.