PMF was established in Iraq, Iran-backed groups operate within the country, and the US is pressuring Iraq to disarm these militias.
27 reports, 5 independent
Updated Sep 19
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What happened
PMF was established in Iraq, Iran-backed groups operate within the country, and the US is pressuring Iraq to disarm these militias.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Iran-aligned groups within Iraq are involved in weapons transfers and setting conditions for a disarmament plan.Sub-event
- Hezbollah is identified as the most influential faction within the PMF, fueled by Iranian destabilization in the region.Sub-event
- 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.Sub-event
PMF orders mandate maximum readiness and modernization in Iraq.1 source
- 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.Sub-event
PMF targeted as Iran-aligned militants1 source
US presses Iraq to disarm pro-Iran militias while PMF operates in Iraq.1 source
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The entities involved
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Popular Mobilization Forces
Iraqi umbrella organization of militias incorporated into the military forces
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Iraq
sovereign state in Western Asia
Related events
- Iran-backed PMF forces are engaged in fighting against Islamic State groups in various Iraqi cities.
- PMF in Iraq is supplying materials to Hezbollah, while Iran-aligned factions are allegedly targeting Saudi Arabian interests.
- Iran rejected joint management of the Strait of Hormuz, amid renewed fighting and PMF status updates in Iraq.
- Iranian-backed militias, including the Badr Organization, operate within Iraq's political structure.
- Pro-Iranian Shi'ite militias in Iraq launched cruise missiles and drones toward Israel, leading to an ultimatum for disarmament.