Calls to reopen the crossing: Is the Shib crossing closed... at U.S. direction?

CH23: The closure of the Shib border crossing with Iran continues to spark protests and political objections, amid accusations that the government is responding to U.S. pressure aimed at tightening the screws on Tehran and disrupting trade with it. Since October 21 this month, Baghdad has halted the movement of passengers and goods through the crossing…