Iraq's government announced on Sunday stringent security measures for the upcoming parliamentary elections, including the closure of all borders and airports, an extension of curfew hours and a ban on travel across provincial boundaries. The measures would take effect Tuesday, two days ahead of the vote, and last until early Saturday.
Under the restrictions, the curfew will be 10 p.m. and last until 6 a.m. All airports and borders will be closed from midnight Monday until 7 a.m. Saturday