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As of September 2026, Iraq is under a Level 4 "Do Not Travel" advisory from the U.S. Department of State, citing terrorism, kidnapping, armed conflict and limited emergency services. The Israeli government prohibits Israeli citizens from entering Iraq, including the Kurdish region, and advises against flights over Iraqi airspace. In 2023 Iraq's parliament passed a law criminalising any contact with Israel, with penalties up to death, and reports from 2024 documented antisemitic content in Iraqi school curricula. Recent reports also indicate that a cell linked to Iranian elements was arrested in Iraq while planning attacks abroad. The safety level for Jewish and Israeli travelers is assessed as "dangerous"....
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Iraq has enacted laws criminalizing contact with Israel, reflecting deep-seated animosity toward Israel and Jews. The Israeli government has issued a 'do not travel' warning for Iraq, indicating severe diplomatic tensions....
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Ben Hassin, an Israeli held in an Iraqi Kurdish prison, described the dangers he faced due to his identity, highlighting risks for Jews in the region.
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timesofisrael.com
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A report indicates that a cell linked to Iranian elements was arrested in Iraq, planning attacks outside the country.
Source:
ynet.co.il
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