Baghdad: Security forces have detained Hussein Talib, the Director General of the Oil Products Distribution Company, in the Al-Rabee Street area of eastern Baghdad. He faces charges related to corruption.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, the arrest was confirmed by a security source, who revealed that the operation took place without incident. The arrest is part of ongoing efforts to address corruption within the oil sector. Talib’s detention marks a significant development in the investigation into misconduct within the company. Further details on the specific charges and the progress of the investigation have yet to be disclosed.