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Deadly Clash in Baghdad: Police vs. Iran-Aligned Militias

7/28/2025

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In a dramatic confrontation in Baghdad, Iraqi police faced off against Popular Mobilisation Forces (PMF) as tensions erupted during a director's appointment at the Agriculture Ministry. Tragically, one officer lost his life, while 14 PMF members were taken into custody. This clash underscores the growing friction between state authority and Iran-aligned militias, casting a shadow over Iraq's security and political landscape.

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Story summary

In a dramatic confrontation in Baghdad, Iraqi police faced off against Popular Mobilisation Forces (PMF) as tensions erupted during a director's appointment at the Agriculture Ministry. Tragically, one officer lost his life, while 14 PMF members were taken into custody. This clash underscores the growing friction between state authority and Iran-aligned militias, casting a shadow over Iraq's security and political landscape.