Militants linked to US and Israel intelligence services are operating in Iraq, alongside arms smuggling into Iran.
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What happened
Militants linked to US and Israel intelligence services are operating in Iraq, alongside arms smuggling into Iran.
Who's involved
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The entities involved
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Islamic State
Salafi jihadist militant Sunni Islamist group
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Iraq
sovereign state in Western Asia
Related events
- Islamic State has stepped up attacks against Israel, including plots targeting soldiers, following Hamas's invasion.
- Iran-backed militias are operating in Iraq while ISIS exploits the security vacuum in the country.
- In 2007, it was reported that Syria allowed terrorists to move in and out of Iraq, while Iran provided material support for attacks on American troops.
- Iranian-sponsored militia operates in Iraqi targets.
- Iranian influence challenges Iraqi statehood, while trilateral agreements are being discussed between Israel and Lebanon.