Baghdad:The Karkh Third Investigation Court has issued an arrest warrant for the Chairman of the Maysan Provincial Council, Mustafa al-Muhammadawi. This legal action comes amidst a backdrop of controversy involving the council’s leadership.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, Prime Minister Ali Falih al-Zaidi had previously called for an investigation into Mustafa Du’air Abd al-Hasan, the Chairman of the Maysan Provincial Council. The investigation was prompted by statements made by Abd al-Hasan, which included a threat to declare a state of civil disobedience if demands to open the al-Shib border crossing were not met. Additionally, the statements were noted for their use of inappropriate language.

The situation has attracted significant attention due to the implications of civil disobedience and the chairman’s outspoken stance on opening the border crossing. The ongoing investigation and the arrest warrant underscore the seriousness with which the authorities are handling the matter.