Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi has urged citizens to report public assets and state funds obtained through corruption, offering financial rewards to whistleblowers who help authorities recover stolen money.
In a statement, the prime minister’s office said the initiative is intended to encourage public participation in uncovering corruption and returning misappropriated assets to the state. Whistleblowers will receive a financial reward in accordance with Iraqi law.
The announcement comes as authorities expand Operation Dawn, a nationwide anti-corruption campaign launched in coordination with Iraq’s Federal Commission of Integrity.
The campaign has led to the arrest of dozens of current and former officials, politicians and senior government employees, while investigators have recovered millions of dollars in stolen assets and reclaimed state properties that had allegedly been transferred illegally into private ownership.
During a visit to the Ministry of Interior, Zaidi said his government would continue pursuing corruption cases without exception, adding that no individual would be protected because of political or personal affiliations.
Government officials said the operation has already resulted in the arrest of more than 21 senior public officials, with investigations involving former lawmakers and ministers accused of financial crimes.
The latest measures come as Iraq continues efforts to tackle long-standing corruption, an issue that has repeatedly drawn criticism from international watchdogs and governance organisations.
