Baghdad Airport contract worth $764 million canceled over alleged violations

BAGHDAD, Iraq — A $764 million contract for Baghdad International Airport has been canceled over alleged administrative and financial violations, Reuters reported on June 14, 2026. The decision followed a review that identified large-scale irregularities and financial misconduct claims, according to the agency. Reuters said its findings were based on documents tied to the contract’s scope, parties and grounds for termination. Citing administrative audits, the agency reported that the review uncovered serious corruption indicators, though it did not name the entities or individuals involved. The cancellation directly affects investment and operational plans at the airport, according to the report. It also pointed to a strengthening of investigative signals into the people and institutions connected to the contract. The termination was officially recorded with the approval of senior authorities, Reuters said, while the future of the Baghdad-based project remains uncertain. No further details were immediately available.