The Iraqi Supreme Judicial Council has rejected a document claiming an arrest warrant was issued for former Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, declaring it "forged."

Over the past few days, a document circulated on social media platforms indicating that an arrest warrant had been issued for al-Sudani. 

According to the text of the document, the warrant was dated June 23 and was "falsely attributed to the al-Karkh First Investigation Court."

"Following communication with the court in question, the Media Center clarifies that this warrant is forged and inaccurate," the council clarified in a statement. 

The council issued a stern warning that anyone engaging in such unlawful activities will be tracked down and face strict legal action.

Iraq’s Anti-Corruption Wave and al-Zaidi’s Anti-Corruption Crackdown 

The anti-corruption drive spearheaded by newly appointed Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi has heavily shaken Iraq's political landscape, leading to a wave of high-profile arrests targeting influential figures. 

Launching the anti-corruption initiative, al-Zaidi publicly revealed to journalists that he had personally rejected a $200 million bribe from a high-ranking official attempting to cover up institutional fraud. 

He stated that his government is confronting powerful "whales of corruption" entrenched within state departments 

New Integrity Council Arrests Top Officials 

Centered around the newly established Supreme Sovereign Council for Integrity, the clampdown has already resulted in the detention of senior officials—including Deputy Oil Minister Adnan al-Jumaili, Central Electricity Distribution Director General Alaa Samir Rashid, and other officials.

The Central Anti-Corruption Criminal Court announced that total asset seizures in the al-Jumaili graft case have risen to $10 million and 31 billion Iraqi dinars following the recovery of cash hidden on a farm, an intercepted smuggling operation, and the confiscation of 70 properties, 21 luxury vehicles, and 3 kilograms of gold.