- Iran launched massive coordinated strikes across the Gulf region, including Iraq, while the US responded by reinstating a naval blockade.
- Iranian attacks in Jordan and Iraq resulted in casualties.
- The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps claims attacks on US bases and maintains military presence in Jordan and Iraq.
- Iranian-sponsored militia operates in Iraqi targets.
The premier is addressing security challenges in Iraq, including issues involving Iranian militias and oil field developments in Basra.
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Updated Jul 10
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What happened
The premier is addressing security challenges in Iraq, including issues involving Iranian militias and oil field developments in Basra.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- High-level delegations met in Damascus to discuss judicial cooperation involving Ahmed al-Sharaa and Iranian-backed militias in Iraq.Sub-event
Premier seeks rapport while dealing with Iranian militia issues and Basra oil field developments.1 source
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The entities involved
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Iraq
sovereign state in Western Asia
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Ahmed al-Sharaa
President of Syria since 2025
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Basra
capital of Basra Governorate, in southern Iraq
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- Iranian-backed militias, including the Badr Organization, operate within Iraq's political structure.
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