A sweeping anti-corruption campaign led by Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi has ignited a fierce debate across Iraq after it brought down a number of figures accused of corruption while leaving others untouched.

Since PM Ali al-Zaidi formed his government, Iraqi authorities have arrested several influential figures on corruption charges, reviving questions over whether the state can finally dismantle a system entrenched since 2003.

Less than 3 years after Sabri Nakhnoukh, one of Egypt’s most famous thug bosses, became chairman of Falcon Security Group—the country’s largest private security firm, controlling about 67% of the market—he was arrested and first detained for four days, then for an additional 15.

The grip of Tunisian President Kais Saied on the country’s judicial institutions continues to draw fierce criticism from political figures and rights advocates.

Less than six months after stepping down as Lebanon’s prime minister, Najib Mikati is facing an international investigation over allegations of financial corruption and illicit enrichment.