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War forces lengthy detours for Iranian truck drivers to Iraq

Truck drivers on the Iran-Iraq border say the war and closure of key crossings have disrupted trade and daily life. Drivers who usually cross nearby borders are now taking long detours, waiting days at checkpoints and seeing far fewer trucks as imports slow due to the conflict and sanctions.

12 Mar 2026 8:51 am