Preventing Iranian Proxy and ISIS Activities Along Iraq's Western Border
This grant funds efforts to strengthen Iraq’s border security against Iranian proxy and ISIS threats, protecting U.S. interests and building Iraq’s independent law enforcement capabilities.
This grant was recently cancelled by Bureau of Counterterrorism
Funder: Bureau of Counterterrorism
Due Dates: June 8, 2026
Funding Amounts: $6,808,090 (one award; cooperative agreement; no cost sharing required)
Summary: Supports strengthening Iraq’s ability to investigate and respond to terrorist threats along the Iraq-Syria border, reducing risks to U.S. interests and regional stability.
Description
This funding opportunity from the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Counterterrorism aims to enhance Iraq’s capacity to investigate and respond to terrorist attacks and cross-border incursions, particularly those involving Iranian-aligned militia groups and ISIS. The focus is on reducing threats to U.S. diplomatic and military facilities, safeguarding American commercial operations, and preventing terrorist attacks that endanger Americans abroad. The program is designed to build sustainable Iraqi civilian law enforcement capabilities, enabling Iraq to independently respond to attacks and dismantle illicit transit networks. A key component is the implementation of a train-the-trainer model to support long-term, Iraqi-owned border security training, thereby reducing future U.S. resource commitments.
