Shafaqna English- Iraqi security forces in Baghdad, Kirkuk, and Diyala deployed on Saturday (01 Nov 2025) at schools designated as polling centers in preparation for the November 11 parliamentary elections.
The Iraqi security source told Shafaq News that troops have started setting up inspection points and tents for personnel as part of the pre-election security arrangements.
He noted that security forces intensified inspection procedures at Kirkuk’s entrances and deployed both foot and vehicle patrols near designated polling sites, adding that the deployment aims to strengthen stability and prevent any security breaches that could disrupt the electoral process, in coordination with local police, intelligence, and national security agencies.
Earlier today, the Interior Ministry indicated that around 170,000 officers and personnel will secure the upcoming elections to protect over 7,000 general and 600 special polling centers.
Sources: Shafaq News