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Iran-Linked Badr Organisation Dominates Iraq's Hashd Forces

8/5/2025

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The Badr Organisation, established in the 1980s by Iraqi Shiite exiles, stands out as the most formidable faction within the Hashd. Alongside it are groups like Saraya Al Salam and Kataeb Hezbollah, each intricately linked to Iran, playing significant roles in the complex landscapes of Iraq and Syria.

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Story summary

The Badr Organisation, established in the 1980s by Iraqi Shiite exiles, stands out as the most formidable faction within the Hashd. Alongside it are groups like Saraya Al Salam and Kataeb Hezbollah, each intricately linked to Iran, playing significant roles in the complex landscapes of Iraq and Syria.