[Iraq adjusts opening arrangements for border ports with Iran] On November 10, local time, the Iraqi Border Port Administration announced that the Sheb border port between Iraq and Iran has reopened. The port has met relevant technical requirements and completed necessary procedures. In addition, the Mandali border crossing between Iraq and Iran will be temporarily closed from the morning of the 13th due to technical requirements and maintenance work. An Iraqi government spokesman said on October 21 that the Sheib Port was closed for technical reasons. Earlier, Iraqi Foreign Minister Hussein revealed in an interview that the United States has asked Iraq to close almost all border crossings with Iran, leaving only two crossings open. Hussein said that closing all ports would be difficult and would affect the economy, and discussions were ongoing with the United States. (CCTV News)