U.S. Renews Iraq Stability Emergency to Support Peace and Development Efforts
Published Date: 5/14/2025
Presidential Document
Summary
The U.S. is continuing a national emergency about keeping Iraq stable because problems there still affect America’s safety and foreign relations. This means certain rules and restrictions stay in place for another year, impacting people and businesses connected to Iraq. The emergency started in 2003 and will now last through May 22, 2026, helping the U.S. manage ongoing challenges in Iraq’s rebuilding and security.
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Iraq Stabilization Emergency Extended
The President continued the national emergency declared May 22, 2003, related to the stabilization of Iraq for 1 year beyond May 22, 2025. This continuation keeps the national emergency in effect through May 22, 2026.
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