Iran re-opens border crossings with Iraqi Kurdistan region

Iran, which has its own Kurdish minority, also opposed independence for Iraqi Kurds.

Haj Omran border is seen, on the border between Iran and Kurdistan, Iraq

Haj Omran border is seen, on the border between Iran and Kurdistan, Iraq

(photo credit: AZAD LASHKARI / REUTERS)

ByREUTERS

JANUARY 2, 2018 12:32

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