- Muqtada al-Sadr's group is operating within the Iraqi political landscape, while Iran-backed groups are active in the region amid increased US pressure on Baghdad.
- Shia armed groups allied with Tehran and US/Israeli forces launched strikes in Iraq on May 26, 2026.
Tehran built up a regional Shiite network in Iraq, with Baghdad serving as the administrative hub.
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Updated Jul 28
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What happened
Tehran built up a regional Shiite network in Iraq, with Baghdad serving as the administrative hub.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Baghdad asserts sovereignty over Iranian operations, challenging Tehran's regional influence.1 source
Tehran is building up a regional Shiite network within Iraq.1 source
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Coverage
Newest first; wire copies grouped- jpost.comIran-backed Iraqi militias threaten states across Mideast | The Jerusalem Post
- ncr-iran.org
- jpost.com
- theepochtimes.com