Iran Shuts Two Border Crossings with Iraq's Kurdish Region

Iran has closed two border crossings connecting its Kurdistan province to Iraq's semi-autonomous Kurdish region. The crossings at Marivan and Hawraman were shut down, and authorities have warned residents to stay away from the frontier areas in Kurdistan province. According to reports from Kurdish-language broadcaster Aryen TV, border guards told citizens not to approach the border strip in Dehreh-ki, Dezli, and other nearby areas, advising against any movement or activity there. The closures come amid heightened tensions following a series of US strikes on Iran. The reported action occurred after an eighth consecutive night of US attacks, which included overnight strikes. The US strikes were reportedly in response to the killing of two American soldiers in Jordan. The Marivan and Hawraman crossings are important trade and travel routes between Iran and the Kurdistan region of Iraq. The reason for the closure has not been officially stated, but it is seen as a reaction to the ongoing military actions. This move is likely to affect local communities who rely on these crossings for daily activities. No further details on how long the closures will last have been provided. The situation remains tense, with both sides showing no signs of de-escalation. Authorities are monitoring the border areas closely.