Iraqi lawmakers divided over PMF reform amid political power struggle

Iraq’s Parliament is engaged in a fierce debate over amendments to the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) Service and Retirement Law. Supporters argue the law will regulate the PMF and ensure compliance with retirement age limits, while opponents see it as a move to sideline key leaders.

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US lawmakers call for ending security aid to Iraq, terrorist designation of armed groups

The Congress members highlighted the ties between Iran and Iran-aligned militias with Iraqi security forces, namely the Badr Organization, previously known as the Badr Corps, and Iraqi National Security Advisor Qasim al-Araji.

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Iran’s Quds Force leader Qaani holds secret Baghdad talks: Sources

IRGC Quds Force Commander Esmail Qaani made a secret visit to Baghdad, holding discussions with top officials focused on avoiding US-Israeli escalation, supporting Iraqi government neutrality, and preparing for potential regional developments.

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The question of Iraqi militias being disarmed

Following a recent visit by U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and a meeting with Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia’ al-Sudani, it was discovered that the U.S. has demanded the disarming and dismantling of Iraq’s militias.

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Syrian opposition groups advance in north; Iraqi factions weighing involvement

As Syrian opposition factions continue their advances in northern Syria, capturing key areas like Aleppo, Iraqi militias are considering participation

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Rebel groups control large parts of Aleppo as clashes with Syrian army continue

Opposition-affiliated media have reported that the groups have seized control of large territories of Aleppo city, including most of the western neighborhoods

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Tensions in eastern Syria could extend to Iraq: Security expert

Sarmad al-Bayati, an expert in security affairs, said that the escalations in al-Bukamal pose a threat to Iraqi security

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Power struggle in Thi Qar met with reform protests

Protests erupt in Thi Qar over unemployment, corruption, and poor services.

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