The European Union Advisory Mission in Iraq (EUAM Iraq) was launched in October 2017 in response to a request by the Iraqi government for advice on how to undertake civilian security sector reform (SSR). The current mandate will run until 30 April 2026.https://bsky.app/profile/eumissioniraq.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/eumissioniraq.bsky.social/post/3muydzgy2hc2qEUAM Iraq organised a study visit to Finland for key Iraqi MoI Directorates, introducing the Finnish Police model and strengthening inter-agency coordination, while serving as a bridge between Iraqi institutions and European expertise in support of Iraqi reform priorities.08 Sep 2026 06:03 +0000at://did:plc:fnw4fkalgd3u732s3f2oog6v/app.bsky.feed.post/3muydzgy2hc2qhttps://bsky.app/profile/eumissioniraq.bsky.social/post/3mu2j4xtbx22oEUAM Iraq launched its Police Station Leadership Development Programme with @MOI, bringing together 126 Heads of Police Stations from Baghdad. Drawing on European policing models, the programme strengthens leadership and promotes service-oriented policing focused on citizens.27 Aug 2026 09:15 +0000at://did:plc:fnw4fkalgd3u732s3f2oog6v/app.bsky.feed.post/3mu2j4xtbx22ohttps://bsky.app/profile/eumissioniraq.bsky.social/post/3mtyde75bvc2jEUAM Iraq Head of Mission Ralf Schröder visited Erbil Police and Kasnazan Pilot Police Station with senior KRI Ministry of Interior and Police representatives, highlighting progress in the Ministry-led Police Reform Strategy 2026–2030 and EUAM Iraq’s continued advisory support.26 Aug 2026 12:26 +0000at://did:plc:fnw4fkalgd3u732s3f2oog6v/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtyde75bvc2jhttps://bsky.app/profile/eumissioniraq.bsky.social/post/3mtxz6shluc2eEUAM Iraq Head of Mission Ralf Schröder visited #Sulaymaniyah Police & Saiwan Pilot Police Station with senior KRI Ministry of Interior & Police representatives, highlighting progress in the Ministry-led Police Reform Strategy 2026–2030 and EUAM Iraq’s continued advisory support.26 Aug 2026 09:24 +0000at://did:plc:fnw4fkalgd3u732s3f2oog6v/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtxz6shluc2ehttps://bsky.app/profile/eumissioniraq.bsky.social/post/3mtxm2upzoc2eIn Erbil, EUAM Iraq brought together Iraqi counterparts for a follow-up workshop on cross-border crime and border management, exchanging expertise and discussing how lessons learned and EU practices can support more effective border management in Iraq.26 Aug 2026 05:29 +0000at://did:plc:fnw4fkalgd3u732s3f2oog6v/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtxm2upzoc2ehttps://bsky.app/profile/eumissioniraq.bsky.social/post/3mttgrlfncs2wEUAM Iraq continues its human rights-based policing workshops, this time in Mosul, engaging 22 police and Ministry of Interior personnel from across Ninewah, including four female officers. A police station visit followed, focusing on human rights in daily policing.24 Aug 2026 13:44 +0000at://did:plc:fnw4fkalgd3u732s3f2oog6v/app.bsky.feed.post/3mttgrlfncs2whttps://bsky.app/profile/eumissioniraq.bsky.social/post/3mtgvniwm622xEUAM Iraq Head of Mission Ralf Schröder met with Dr Khalid Al-Obeidi, Chairman of the Parliamentary Security and Defence Committee. Discussions focused on Iraq’s Security Sector Reform Strategy, & security cooperation.19 Aug 2026 14:05 +0000at://did:plc:fnw4fkalgd3u732s3f2oog6v/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtgvniwm622xhttps://bsky.app/profile/eumissioniraq.bsky.social/post/3mtdrb7zhqc2pEUAM Iraq is supporting preparations for exchange visits between officials working on organised crime from the Kurdistan Region and Federal Iraq, aimed at strengthening information sharing and operational cooperation against trafficking in human beings and organised crime.18 Aug 2026 08:09 +0000at://did:plc:fnw4fkalgd3u732s3f2oog6v/app.bsky.feed.post/3mtdrb7zhqc2phttps://bsky.app/profile/eumissioniraq.bsky.social/post/3mt7675ztls2zEUAM Iraq senior strategic advisers met with Dr Ali Al-Yasiri to discuss training and capacity-building priorities supporting the implementation of Iraq’s National Security Strategy, including strategic planning, risk management and strategic communication.16 Aug 2026 12:17 +0000at://did:plc:fnw4fkalgd3u732s3f2oog6v/app.bsky.feed.post/3mt7675ztls2zhttps://bsky.app/profile/eumissioniraq.bsky.social/post/3mt2jieeyhk2vEUAM Iraq HoM Ralf Schröder met Second Deputy Speaker Farhad Atrushi to discuss support to civilian security institutions and security sector reform. Separately, he met Secretary-General Safwan Bashir Al-Jarjari to discuss possible future programmes for Council staff.14 Aug 2026 15:56 +0000at://did:plc:fnw4fkalgd3u732s3f2oog6v/app.bsky.feed.post/3mt2jieeyhk2vhttps://bsky.app/profile/eumissioniraq.bsky.social/post/3msxlrdolak2nEUAM Iraq’s crisis management roundtable brings together key Iraqi institutions to strengthen inter-agency coordination and support more effective crisis management.13 Aug 2026 11:59 +0000at://did:plc:fnw4fkalgd3u732s3f2oog6v/app.bsky.feed.post/3msxlrdolak2nhttps://bsky.app/profile/eumissioniraq.bsky.social/post/3msx2zry5f22nEUAM Iraq and DGANPS delivered the first 4-day basic course on criminal investigations for 20 participants from Baghdad and other governorates. Combining theory and practical exercises, the programme aims to strengthen investigative skills and develop future Iraqi trainers.13 Aug 2026 06:59 +0000at://did:plc:fnw4fkalgd3u732s3f2oog6v/app.bsky.feed.post/3msx2zry5f22nhttps://bsky.app/profile/eumissioniraq.bsky.social/post/3msv5jyqyz22f📢 EUAM Iraq is hiring: Vacancy for Iraqi Nationals only • National Administrative Assistant – Baghdad 📅 Deadline for applications: 6September 6, 2026 Check our website for more information about the position and how to apply. https://www.euam-iraq.eu/en/work-with-us/3512 Aug 2026 12:39 +0000at://did:plc:fnw4fkalgd3u732s3f2oog6v/app.bsky.feed.post/3msv5jyqyz22fhttps://bsky.app/profile/eumissioniraq.bsky.social/post/3msuh7smzxk2vEUAM Iraq Head of Mission Ralf Schröder met with Lt Gen Falah Shaghati Al-Kinani, Undersecretary for Intelligence and Federal Investigations, to discuss EUAM Iraq’s support and future plans in countering organised crime, terrorism and violent extremism.12 Aug 2026 05:59 +0000at://did:plc:fnw4fkalgd3u732s3f2oog6v/app.bsky.feed.post/3msuh7smzxk2vhttps://bsky.app/profile/eumissioniraq.bsky.social/post/3ms453pwgbs24The mission visited The Residency (Passport & Visa Control) Unit of Erbil International Airport. During the visit, we were briefed on border crossing procedures and the equipment used for second-line document checks.02 Aug 2026 13:54 +0000at://did:plc:fnw4fkalgd3u732s3f2oog6v/app.bsky.feed.post/3ms453pwgbs24https://bsky.app/profile/eumissioniraq.bsky.social/post/3ms3ootcra22wEUAM Iraq organised a Training of Trainers programme for police officers working in public security and stadium security, strengthening skills in communication, de-escalation, and dialogue policing.02 Aug 2026 09:36 +0000at://did:plc:fnw4fkalgd3u732s3f2oog6v/app.bsky.feed.post/3ms3ootcra22whttps://bsky.app/profile/eumissioniraq.bsky.social/post/3mrk4h3ikpk2fIn Basra, we brought together the Environmental Police of the southern governorates, the Ministry of Environment and the National Initiative. Through knowledge sharing skills were deepened to prevent, detect these crimes and risks while enhancing cooperation between institutions.26 Jul 2026 09:55 +0000at://did:plc:fnw4fkalgd3u732s3f2oog6v/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrk4h3ikpk2fhttps://bsky.app/profile/eumissioniraq.bsky.social/post/3mrcb72s66s25EUAM Iraq facilitated an eight-day EFQM “Excellence Assessor” training programme at the Ministry of Interior’s Joint Coordination Centre, strengthening participants’ ability to assess organisational performance and support continuous institutional improvement.23 Jul 2026 06:58 +0000at://did:plc:fnw4fkalgd3u732s3f2oog6v/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrcb72s66s25https://bsky.app/profile/eumissioniraq.bsky.social/post/3mqr7u235p22tHow does EUAM Iraqsupport security sector reform? Who are our key Iraqi partners, and why is close coordination with the EU Delegation and EU Member States so important? 📽️Watch the video to learn more16 Jul 2026 12:19 +0000at://did:plc:fnw4fkalgd3u732s3f2oog6v/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqr7u235p22thttps://bsky.app/profile/eumissioniraq.bsky.social/post/3mqovifffnk2fEUAM Iraq supported the Iraqi-led First Annual National Conference on advancing the implementation of Iraq's National Security Strategy, focusing on strengthening implementation, coordination and monitoring while empowering governorates to enhance local security and stability.15 Jul 2026 14:08 +0000at://did:plc:fnw4fkalgd3u732s3f2oog6v/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqovifffnk2fhttps://bsky.app/profile/eumissioniraq.bsky.social/post/3mqgqqwrebs24What does EUAM Iraq do? How do we support Iraq's security sector reform, who are our key partners, and why does coordination matter? Watch the video to find out.12 Jul 2026 08:22 +0000at://did:plc:fnw4fkalgd3u732s3f2oog6v/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqgqqwrebs24https://bsky.app/profile/eumissioniraq.bsky.social/post/3mqgj3jgc4c24EUAM Iraq senior strategic advisors visited the Operational Centre of the Erbil Police Headquarters to discuss service-oriented policing, crisis management and strengthening public trust through modern policing practices.12 Jul 2026 06:05 +0000at://did:plc:fnw4fkalgd3u732s3f2oog6v/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqgj3jgc4c24https://bsky.app/profile/eumissioniraq.bsky.social/post/3mq7t4df5e22oThe Head of EUAM Iraq, Mr. Ralf Schroeder, met with the head of the Iraqi National Security Service, H.E. Mr. Basim Al-Badri, to discuss cooperation on capacity building, counter-terrorism, counter-narcotics, and Iraq's National Security Strategy.09 Jul 2026 14:16 +0000at://did:plc:fnw4fkalgd3u732s3f2oog6v/app.bsky.feed.post/3mq7t4df5e22ohttps://bsky.app/profile/eumissioniraq.bsky.social/post/3mq7t3rbfls2oThe Head of EUAM Iraq, Mr. Ralf Schroeder, met with the head of the Iraqi National Security Service, H.E. Mr. Basim Al-Badri, to discuss cooperation on capacity building, counter-terrorism, counter-narcotics, and Iraq's National Security Strategy.09 Jul 2026 14:16 +0000at://did:plc:fnw4fkalgd3u732s3f2oog6v/app.bsky.feed.post/3mq7t3rbfls2ohttps://bsky.app/profile/eumissioniraq.bsky.social/post/3mpvpbpfjxc2tEUAM Iraq Head of Mission, Mr. Ralf Schroeder, met with National Security Adviser Mr. Qasim Al-Aboudi to discuss the Mission’s support for Iraq’s security strategies, including security sector reform, counter-terrorism, crisis management & border security, & continued support.05 Jul 2026 13:41 +0000at://did:plc:fnw4fkalgd3u732s3f2oog6v/app.bsky.feed.post/3mpvpbpfjxc2thttps://bsky.app/profile/eumissioniraq.bsky.social/post/3mpo72d46tc2oHoM Ralf Schroeder met Security Adviser to the Prime Minister, Qasim Al-Araji, and congratulated him on his new position. The meeting discussed EUAM Iraq’s continued support to Iraq’s security sector reform and civilian security institutions.02 Jul 2026 14:02 +0000at://did:plc:fnw4fkalgd3u732s3f2oog6v/app.bsky.feed.post/3mpo72d46tc2ohttps://bsky.app/profile/eumissioniraq.bsky.social/post/3mplms6zfck2jEUAM Iraq Head of Mission Ralf Schroeder met Federal Police Commander Lt Gen Saad Khalaf to discuss the Mission’s support to the Ministry of Interior, with focus on training and capacity building for Law Enforcement and Riot Control units, as well as future cooperation.01 Jul 2026 13:30 +0000at://did:plc:fnw4fkalgd3u732s3f2oog6v/app.bsky.feed.post/3mplms6zfck2jhttps://bsky.app/profile/eumissioniraq.bsky.social/post/3mpj4qc3sj223EUAM Iraq HoM Ralf Schroeder met with Major General Blasim Al-Janabi, Director General of the Diplomatic Protection Directorate. The meeting highlighted cooperation with Iraqi security institutions, while Mr. Schröder thanked the Directorate for its continued support to EUAM Iraq.30 Jun 2026 13:37 +0000at://did:plc:fnw4fkalgd3u732s3f2oog6v/app.bsky.feed.post/3mpj4qc3sj223https://bsky.app/profile/eumissioniraq.bsky.social/post/3mouzb4scyc2uHead of EUAM Iraq Ralf Schroeder met with Minister of Environment Sarwa Abdulwahid to discuss opportunities to support environmental security and climate change programmes, in line with the Ministry’s key priorities.22 Jun 2026 13:41 +0000at://did:plc:fnw4fkalgd3u732s3f2oog6v/app.bsky.feed.post/3mouzb4scyc2uhttps://bsky.app/profile/eumissioniraq.bsky.social/post/3mou7cyvv4c2uEUAM Iraq Head of Mission Ralf Schroeder met with His Eminence Sayyid Ammar al-Hakim, Head of the National Wisdom Movement. They exchanged views on Iraq’s overall security situation, while Mr Schroeder outlined the Mission’s support for security sector reform.22 Jun 2026 05:57 +0000at://did:plc:fnw4fkalgd3u732s3f2oog6v/app.bsky.feed.post/3mou7cyvv4c2u