Popular Mobilization Forces.
Iraqi umbrella organization of militias incorporated into the military forces
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Earlier this month
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PMF in Iraq is supplying materials to Hezbollah, while Iran-aligned factions are allegedly targeting Saudi Arabian interests.Some support1 report
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PMF was established in Iraq, Iran-backed groups operate within the country, and the US is pressuring Iraq to disarm these militias.Well supported27 reports4 developments inside
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Iran-aligned groups within Iraq are involved in weapons transfers and setting conditions for a disarmament plan.Some support1 report
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The Iraqi coalition is discussing the integration of the Popular Mobilization Forces into state institutions, including plans to transfer their arsenal to Iran for storage.Some support1 report
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Steven Fagin met with Iraqi judiciary officials as the Supreme Judicial Council supports weapons control and PMF law amendments are discussed.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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The Popular Mobilization Forces are being integrated into the Iraqi armed forces, while the US and Saudi Arabia conduct airstrikes targeting these Iran-backed bases.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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PMF forces are stated to be integrated into the Iraqi Armed Forces, and Saad Maan is head of Iraq's Security Media Network.Some support1 report
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PMF facilities in Iraq were allegedly used by armed groups, while Iraq seeks economic ties with China and Ammar al-Hakim calls for stability.Some support1 report1 development inside
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CNPC is displacing Western operators like ExxonMobil in Iraq's oil sector, while PMF militias remain embedded in the industry.Some support1 report
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Around Popular Mobilization Forces this week
News at the entities that move Popular Mobilization Forces most-
ISIS StructuralCTS targets remnants of ISIS operating in the northern province of Kirkuk, Iraq.Moves Popular Mobilization Forces
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Iraq StructuralBasra hosts the Grand Faw Port project, serving as a key transit hub for trade routes connecting China and Europe.Moves Popular Mobilization Forces
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Islamic State OperationalStrikes were conducted against Islamic State hideouts located in the province of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa/Balochistan.Moves Popular Mobilization Forces
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Baghdad OperationalInflation data was reported in Baghdad, the capital of Iraq.Moves Popular Mobilization Forces
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Badr Organization StructuralHouthis attacked Saudi Arabia to compel demands, coordinating with Iranian-backed militias like the Badr Organization.Moves Popular Mobilization Forces
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Saudi Arabia OperationalIshaq Dar attended an R-4 meeting in Cairo today, contributing to ongoing diplomatic efforts.Moves Popular Mobilization Forces
Connections
The 16 strongest of 20, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Iraq Structural
The Popular Mobilization Forces are a state-recognized, semi-official paramilitary force integrated into Iraq's security structure and subject to state regulation.
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Islamic State Operational
Popular Mobilization Forces was formed specifically to engage in active conflict and operations against the Islamic State group.
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Badr Organization Structural
Badr Organization functions as a component group within the Popular Mobilization Forces structure.
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ISIS Structural
The PMF's formation was necessitated by a fatwa issued by ISIS.
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Baghdad Operational
The PMF conducts active operations within Baghdad, while the city government attempts to integrate and control the militia structure.
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Saudi Arabia Operational
PMF factions are actively targeting Saudi Arabian interests, indicating a state of conflict.
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Kurdistan Regional Government Operational
Popular Mobilization Forces actively target Kurdistan Regional Government forces to weaken their military presence.
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Karbala Operational
The Popular Mobilization Forces deploy specialized engineering teams to operate and manage pilgrimage services within the geographical context of Karbala.
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Muqtada al-Sadr Structural
The organization is led by the individual, whose authority is derived from the group's existence.
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Hezbollah Structural
Popular Mobilization Forces supplies materials to Hezbollah.
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Samarra Shared context
same place or sector
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Haidar Operational
Haidar issues demands regarding the operational status of the Popular Mobilization Forces.
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Iraqi Armed Forces Structural
The Popular Mobilization Forces are stated to be a component of the Iraqi Armed Forces.
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Kohl's Mentioned together
The provided evidence does not describe any relationship between Popular Mobilization Forces and Kohl's.
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Qasim al-Araji Mentioned together
No evidence was provided to establish a relationship between Popular Mobilization Forces and Qasim al-Araji.
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Alaska None
No evidence connects Popular Mobilization Forces and Alaska.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
4 events- PMF in Iraq is supplying materials to Hezbollah, while Iran-aligned factions are allegedly targeting Saudi Arabian interests.
- Iran-aligned groups within Iraq are involved in weapons transfers and setting conditions for a disarmament plan.
- The Iraqi coalition is discussing the integration of the Popular Mobilization Forces into state institutions, including plans to transfer their arsenal to Iran for storage.
- Steven Fagin met with Iraqi judiciary officials as the Supreme Judicial Council supports weapons control and PMF law amendments are discussed.
August 2026
1 eventJuly 2026
4 events- PMF was established in Iraq, Iran-backed groups operate within the country, and the US is pressuring Iraq to disarm these militias.
- The Popular Mobilization Forces are being integrated into the Iraqi armed forces, while the US and Saudi Arabia conduct airstrikes targeting these Iran-backed bases.
- PMF facilities in Iraq were allegedly used by armed groups, while Iraq seeks economic ties with China and Ammar al-Hakim calls for stability.
- CNPC is displacing Western operators like ExxonMobil in Iraq's oil sector, while PMF militias remain embedded in the industry.