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Iranian Militias Consider Disarmament Amid U.S. Pressure

4/7/2025

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Militias Consider Disarmament

Iranian-backed militias in Iraq are contemplating disarmament to evade U.S. airstrikes, signaling a potential shift in power dynamics. Senior commanders reveal fruitful discussions with Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, which could weaken Iran's grip on the region. This move marks a significant departure for groups that have long defied government authority.

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Iran Criticizes U.S.

Iran has fiercely criticized the U.S. "Free Iraq from Iran Act," which targets Iranian influence by aiming to dismantle Iran-backed militias like the Popular Mobilization Forces. As tensions escalate, these militias push back against disarmament efforts, complicating Iraq's path toward normalization and stability.

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Militias Consider Disarmament

Iranian-backed militias in Iraq are contemplating disarmament to evade U.S. airstrikes, signaling a potential shift in power dynamics. Senior commanders reveal fruitful discussions with Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, which could weaken Iran's grip on the region. This move marks a significant departure for groups that have long defied government authority.

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