Non- strategic security Threats in Iraq after 2010 and how to confront these threats

Abstract

Asymmetric security threats in Iraq represent a serious and high-risk challenge to Iraqi national security and to most governments worldwide. Developing an effective strategy to confront these threats has become essential, The most prominent of these crimes include terrorism, corruption, drug trafficking, human trafficking, money laundering, and the forced migration of skilled professionals. as they weaken state power and endanger its institutions. These asymmetric threats pose social, economic, and security risks due to their unlawful nature. Since 2010, the Iraqi government has not implemented substantial or effective measures to counter these threats, nor has it succeeded in formulating comprehensive and sustainable solutions. This failure is attributed to political, economic, and international factors, in addition to weak legal frameworks and the involvement of organized crime networks with influential actors at the local, regional, and international levels. Consequently, these dynamics have negatively impacted Iraq’s internal security and stability. Moreover, the Iraqi