- 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.
Iraq is poised to play a decisive role in the formation of a new regional order.
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Updated Aug 25
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Iraq is poised to play a decisive role in the formation of a new regional order.
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Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- A contiguous geographical zone is forming involving several nations, including Iraq.Sub-event
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