Preventing Iranian Proxy and ISIS Activities Along Iraq's Western Border
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- Opportunity number
- DFOP0018090
- Agency
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Bureau of Counterterrorism
Department of State
- Applications due
- Award size
- $6,808,090
Opportunity facts
- Assistance listings
- Funding instrument
- Cooperative Agreement
- Category
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- Law, Justice and Legal Services
- Eligible applicants
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- Unrestricted
- Points of contact
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- Cheyenne Arbogast arbogastc@state.gov
- Full announcement
Opportunity details come from Grants.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Department of State's Bureau of Counterterrorism seeks to strengthen Iraq's capacity to investigate and respond to terrorist attacks and border incursions through enhanced civilian law enforcement capabilities, particularly targeting Iran-aligned militia groups (IAMGs) and ISIS activities along the Iraq-Syria border. Applicants must develop programs that deliver concrete security returns by reducing threats to U.S. diplomatic and military facilities while building sustainable Iraqi civilian law enforcement capabilities to independently respond to attacks and dismantle illicit transit networks. A critical requirement is the incorporation of a train-the-trainer component enabling Iraqi civilian forces to establish indigenous training capabilities, thereby reducing long-term U.S. resource dependency consistent with burden-shifting principles outlined in the 2025 National Security Strategy. The program will be evaluated based on its ability to reduce terrorist operational capacity, enhance border security, and establish sustainable Iraqi-owned counterterrorism and law enforcement infrastructure. This Cooperative Agreement opportunity is unrestricted to all applicant types, with a proposal submission deadline of June 8, 2026.
Award values under the Global Counterterrorism Programs (CFDA 19.701) typically range from $500,000 to $7 million, with performance periods of 12 to 36 months. The program focuses on capacity-building interventions including border security enhancement, law enforcement training, and forensic capabilities development within Iraq. Frequently awarded recipients include international organizations, non-profit entities specializing in security and training services, and organizations with demonstrated expertise in counterterrorism and regional security. Performance will take place in Iraq, with emphasis on the western border region and affected Iraqi civilian law enforcement agencies.
Synopsis
The Department of State's Bureau of Counterterrorism (CT) announces this funding opportunity to strengthen Iraq's ability to investigate and respond to terrorist attacks and incursions along the Iraq-Syria border during a critical period of regional transition. This program should deliver concrete returns for American taxpayers by reducing threats to U.S. diplomatic and military facilities, safeguarding American commercial operations, and preventing terrorist attacks that endanger Americans abroad. The proliferation of Iran-aligned militia groups (IAMGs) and continued presence of ISIS in the region have created a fragile security environment with elevated risks of border exploitation for weapons, explosives, and human smuggling. Porous borders enable IAMGs and other terrorist organizations to move personnel, material, and illicit goods that directly threaten U.S. personnel, American commercial interests, and regional stability affecting U.S. security. Recent events illustrate the ongoing threat from IAMGs, who attacked numerous U.S. personnel and facilities in Erbil and Baghdad since February 28. They have historically conducted rocket and drone attacks on U.S. diplomatic facilities, military installations, and commercial facilities. By supporting Iraq's border security capabilities, this program reduces terrorist operational capacity that threatens U.S. interests. This program should be designed to reduce Iraq's long-term dependency on U.S. taxpayer resources by building sustainable Iraqi civilian law enforcement capabilities to independently respond to attacks and dismantle illicit transit networks. Consistent with the 2025 National Security Strategy (NSS)'s principle of "burden-sharing and burden-shifting," this program should include a train-the-trainer component to enable Iraqi civilian forces to establish an Iraqi-owned training capability, reducing long-term U.S. resource commitments.
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