- Trump suggests Iran is under pressure as funeral processions continue in Iraq, with the UK and France ready to deploy military missions.
- U.S. policy shifts include waiving Iran sanctions and pressuring Iraq over Iran-linked militias.
- Iran's actions complicate Iraq's strategic balance, leading Iraq to seek cooperation with the US administration amid US pressure on Iran.
- Iraq is exploring strategic ties with Washington as Iran pushes for a new regional order involving the country.
Ali Al Zaidi is finalizing his government in Iraq, amid Washington pressuring Baghdad regarding militia leaders.
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Ali Al Zaidi is finalizing his government in Iraq, amid Washington pressuring Baghdad regarding militia leaders.
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What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Trump backs Iraqi PM Al-Zaidi as Iraq seeks to balance relations with Iran.1 source
Washington pressed Baghdad over militia leaders as Zaidi finalizes his government.1 source
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Iraq is exploring strategic ties with Washington as Iran pushes for a new regional order involving the country.Also in this story
- A US diplomatic mission is underway in Iraq, amidst the broader context of US-Iranian tensions.
- Iraq is poised to play a decisive role in the formation of a new regional order.
- Iran's speaker visited Iraq to discuss regional order, while Iran also conducted strikes against US bases in the Persian Gulf.
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- Ali Falih Al-Zaidi directed an investigation into an explosion involving Popular Mobilization Forces in Iraq.
- Ammar Ali has been named the director of the Al-Anbar Civilization Museum in Iraq.