The tribal conflicts in Baghdad turned deadly again on Sunday evening. The Iraqi Ministry of Interior announced that two Federal Police officers died. Five other officers sustained injuries during a violent clash east of the capital.
Security forces rushed to the Al-Saada area near a gas plant in Rusafa. They tried to stop an escalating tribal dispute. Suddenly, armed fighters attacked the officers directly. The confrontation quickly led to bloodshed.
In response, security forces returned fire. They killed two gunmen, injured five others, and arrested six attackers. The ministry honored the fallen officers and praised their sacrifice. Officials also vowed to punish anyone who threatens public peace.
The ministry confirmed that security raids and searches continue in the area. Officials stressed that enforcing state authority remains their top priority. They also declared that the operation will continue until all suspects face arrest.
Meanwhile, tribal conflicts in Baghdad and across southern Iraq remain a major problem. Experts warn that these disputes flare up suddenly and threaten both civilians and police. In late August, the Parliamentary Security and Defense Committee warned that these conflicts severely damage stability.
Interior Ministry officials said that cooperation with tribal and community leaders reduced fighting by nearly half in 2025. However, clashes still erupt in several governorates. Security forces respond quickly to restore order and detain those involved.
The prime minister also focused strongly on this issue. Along with improving public services, he treats tribal disputes as a major security challenge. Casualties still occur in central and southern governorates. Army units sometimes intervene when disputes grow too large for police alone.
Governorates such as Maysan, Dhi Qar, and Basra face repeated armed clashes. Fighters often use rifles, heavy weapons, and sometimes even mortar shells. Most disputes stem from farmland ownership and water distribution.
In the end, tribal conflicts in Baghdad and other regions underline Iraq’s ongoing security struggles. Without lasting solutions, both civilians and security officers will continue to face danger.
