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Story summary
- On March 20, 2026, escalating violence in Iraq led to over 60 Popular Mobilisation Forces fighters being reported dead.
- Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani urged calm and condemned the airstrikes, which the PMF blamed on U.S.-Israeli actions.
- Kata'ib Hezbollah announced a five-day truce against U.S. forces, contingent on halting airstrikes.
- The group cited rising militia casualties and pressure from Iraqi authorities, warning of renewed attacks if its demands remain unmet.
