Iraqi security forces in Baghdad have arrested dozens of high-ranking officials and seized millions of dollars as Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi vows a tough fight against corruption.

Iraqi security forces have successfully dismantled drug networks that were employing innovative paper-based smuggling methods. The operation marks a significant win against illicit drug trafficking in the country.

Syrian military authorities confirmed that a military installation in northeastern Syria was attacked by rockets launched from Iraq, while an Iraqi security forces officer also commented on the incident.

Iraqi security forces have initiated extensive sweeping operations in the country's western desert following intelligence reports of alleged secret Israeli bases.

Iraqi security forces confiscated nine rockets and their launch platform that were prepared to attack Baghdad International Airport.