Iraq Reopens Key Border Crossing with Syria After 13 Years
Iraq has reopened a major border crossing with Syria, restoring a vital trade and transit route that had been closed for nearly 13 years.
The Rabia border crossing, located in Nineveh province and known as Al Yarubiyah on the Syrian side, resumed operations this week, marking the full reopening of all official crossings between the two countries.
The crossing had been shut since 2014 following the rise of ISIS, which disrupted cross-border movement and trade across large parts of the region.
Officials say the reopening is expected to boost economic activity, facilitate the movement of goods and people, and strengthen trade links between Iraq and Syria. The route is also strategically important as it connects to northeastern Syria near the Turkish border.
The move supports Iraq’s broader development plans, including efforts to enhance regional connectivity through major infrastructure and trade corridor projects.
Local authorities expressed optimism that the reopening will encourage investment, increase government revenues, and contribute to long-term economic recovery in border areas affected by years of conflict.
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