Iraq and Lebanon have maintained diplomatic relations since 1943. Both countries have refused to recognize Israel and have recognized the State of Palestine. Iraq, under the regime of Saddam Hussein, the leader of the Ba'ath Party, had strong relations with Bachir, and Amine Gemayel.

Nov 30, 2024 · In Lebanon, Iran plays a central role through its support for Hezbollah, which is a key axis in the regional influence equation. In contrast, Iraq is considered the major gateway for Iranian influence to the Arab world, through the militias loyal to it that form part of the Popular Mobilization Forces.

Jan 21, 2025 · The Iraqi Deputy Minister of Trade announced on Monday that Iraq is undertaking an initiative to deliver 320,000 tons of wheat to Lebanon.

Most Iraqis in Lebanon are from Baghdad, having entered the country via Syria. As a direct result of the instability and violence that followed the 2003 invasion of Iraq, the number of Iraqis in the country changed.

Apr 21, 2021 · For the past several years, the Iraqi and Lebanese states have faced a seemingly imminent and existential threat. They have often been characterized as on the brink of collapse. Protests and bottom-up challenges to the ruling elite have led to movements calling for revolution.

Oct 16, 2024 · Iraqi officials say that as of October 9, about 8,000 Lebanese refugees have entered Iraq. Kirkuk, a multi-ethnic province contested by Kurds, Arabs and Turkmens, is already burdened with...

Jul 21, 2023 · Iraq renewed its agreement to provide Lebanon with up to 2 million tons of crude oil for a year, Lebanese energy ministry said in a statement on Friday.

Jun 13, 2024 · Iraq’s foreign minister on Thursday, receiving his Iranian counterpart in Baghdad, warned of the dangers of conflict expanding in southern Lebanon and its repercussions across the Middle East.

Over the last week, UNHCR is observing an average of 700 Lebanese refugees arriving in Iraq per day. Lebanese continue to be the primary nationality of refugees crossing from Syria to Iraq after fleeing the hostilities in Lebanon.

The recent protests in Iraq and Lebanon are driven by the effects of inadequate governance, which itself is the result of years of corruption, nepotism, and the appro-priation of public authority and resources for sectarian purposes and self-enrichment.