A former Director-General of Iraq’s General Commission of Taxes, Osama Hossam, has been sentenced to ten years in prison by the Federal Commission of Integrity. The sentencing, announced on June 29, 2026, follows a judicial ruling related to corruption charges. As part of the verdict, authorities have ordered the confiscation of 22 properties linked to the former official. The case marks a significant development in Iraq’s ongoing efforts to combat corruption within its government institutions. Details regarding the specific charges against Hossam have not been widely released. This ruling signals a firm stance against financial misconduct by high-ranking officials. The Federal Commission of Integrity continues to investigate and prosecute corruption cases across the country.