Adnan al-Jumaili

Adnan al-Jumaili is an Iraqi official who has been arrested as part of a significant anti-corruption campaign launched by Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi. The crackdown, which began in May 2026, involves elite security forces conducting dawn raids in Baghdad, targeting politicians, lawmakers, and officials on corruption charges. This operation has led to the detention of several individuals, including al-Jumaili, and the seizure of substantial assets such as cash, properties, vehicles, and gold linked to embezzlement cases. The campaign aims to address widespread corruption within the Iraqi government. While the arrests signify a strong initial effort by the new administration, analysts suggest that sustained action and broader reforms are necessary to effectively combat the deep-rooted issue of corruption in Iraq. Al-Jumaili's arrest is a notable development within this ongoing initiative.