Analysis

Rising Tensions in Iraq: Iran-Backed Militias Under Pressure as U.S. Signals Firm Response

Baghdad — Iran-backed militias in Iraq are facing growing scrutiny and escalating pressure amid their expanding role in the current conflict, as the United States signals a more decisive and forceful approach toward armed groups operating outside state control. Over recent months, these militias—widely believed to be aligned with Tehran—have intensified their activities, including attacks on strategic sites and threats against Western interests in the region. Security analysts and Western…

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