Iraqi lawmakers deny reported US push to dissolve PMF

Two Iraqi lawmakers dismissed claims that the US is pressuring Iraq to dissolve the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF), following confirmation from Iran’s ambassador that President Donald Trump requested the PMF’s disbandment in a message to Iran’s Supreme Leader.

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To negotiate or not to negotiate: Iran’s nuclear talks dilemma

In statements and events commemorating Jerusalem Day on Friday, several Iranian officials commented on the content of Trump’s letter, the Iranian response, and the possibility of engaging in nuclear talks

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US warns of potential attacks in Syria during Eid

Muslims around the world are set to mark Eid al-Fitr on either Sunday or Monday and the following three days.

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Iran accused of using fake Iraqi documents for oil smuggling

Iraqi Oil Minister Hayyan Abdul Ghani says Iranian tankers detained by US forces in the Gulf used forged Iraqi documents, raising fears that Iraq could face sanctions.

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US foreign aid freeze sparks crisis in Iraq’s civil society, women’s rights sector

A sweeping executive order by President Donald Trump to freeze US foreign aid for 90 days has triggered chaos in Iraq’s humanitarian sector. The halt has crippled development and relief projects, forced NGOs to shut down, and left hundreds of staff unemployed, particularly affecting women’s empowerment initiatives.

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Turkey’s FM Fidan to discuss dissolution of PKK, affiliated groups in Washington visit

Bilateral ties, the liquification of PKK and affiliated groups, regional concerns, and the situation in Syria are set to be discussed during Fidan's visit

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PM Barzani, US national security advisor stress resumption of Kurdish oil exports

Earlier this month, Waltz urged Iraqi PM Sudani to work with the KRG “to address remaining contract disputes and pay arrears owed to US energy companies.”

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US claims of Houthi ties to Iran ‘insult’ to Yemenis: Khamenei

Khamenei's comments come amid heightening tensions between the Houthis and the US

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US holds Hamas responsible for resumption of hostilities in Gaza

The first stage of the three-phase ceasefire between Israel and Hamas expired on March 1. Washington last week proposed extending the first phase until mid-April which would include another prisoner-hostage swap.

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