Iraq Seizes Another 27 Billion Dinars in Expanding Adnan al-Jumaili Corruption Probe

Peregraf — Iraqi judicial authorities announced on Sunday the seizure of 27 billion Iraqi dinars as part of the expanding corruption investigation involving detained former Oil Ministry Undersecretary for Refining Affairs Adnan al-Jumaili and his alleged accomplices.

The investigating judge of the Central Combating Corruption Criminal Court said the funds were uncovered through ongoing efforts to trace financial proceeds allegedly generated from corruption and waste in projects linked to al-Jumaili and others involved in the case.

According to the judge, the money had been hidden by several individuals, and investigations are continuing to identify everyone connected to the alleged scheme.

The latest seizure follows a series of major asset recoveries announced in recent days. On July 23, Iraqi judicial authorities said they had seized 13 billion Iraqi dinars, $400,000 in cash, 40 one-kilogram gold bars, and 5 kilograms of gold jewelry hidden in several locations in Salah al-Din province as part of the same investigation.

Separately, authorities also recovered 1.14 billion Iraqi dinars in a financial fraud case involving companies accused of illegally transferring funds outside Iraq.

With Sunday’s announcement, Iraqi authorities have now recovered approximately 275 billion Iraqi dinars, $24.6 million, and 424 kilograms of gold, in addition to confiscating commercial properties, flour mills, transport trucks, vehicles, and other assets linked to the investigation.

The corruption probe centered on al-Jumaili has expanded to include numerous members of parliament and senior government officials. Since operations began on June 28, Iraqi authorities have arrested dozens of lawmakers and senior officials, with judicial authorities saying further arrests and legal measures are expected as the investigation continues.