"Our forces control the highway from Jordan to Iraq and the Tarbil Border Crossing on the border with Jordan. The entire road will be cleared of mines over the next two days," Al-Kubeisy said.
The security adviser said that specialists will begin operations to clear mines from houses in the region, which is also close to the border with Syria, once security forces have made sure that no terrorists are hiding in the buildings.
"The police will return to Ar-Rutbah at the first opportunity to register returning refugees," he said.
Sputnik received exclusive footage of the "Hawks of Ar-Rutbah" army regiment celebrating and waving the Iraqi national flag following the liberation of the region.
The liberation of the Tarbil Border Crossing will allow the Iraqi and Jordanian authorities to reestablish traffic and trade between the two countries.