Militias making Iraq a dangerous launchpad for Iran's proxy wars

Militias making Iraq a dangerous launchpad for Iran's proxy wars

2026-05-07

Members of Iran-backed militias take part in a mass funeral in Baghdad on March 24, 2026. [Ahmad


US halts dollar shipments to pressure Iraq over militia aggression

US halts dollar shipments to pressure Iraq over militia aggression

2026-05-04

Iraqis who want a secure and prosperous future free from militia dominance.


US successfully secures release of US journalist from Iraqi Militia

US successfully secures release of US journalist from Iraqi Militia

2026-04-14

militia elements abducted her from al-Saadoun Street in central Baghdad. Surveillance footage


Washington puts $30 million in bounties on Iran-aligned militia leaders in Iraq

Washington puts $30 million in bounties on Iran-aligned militia leaders in Iraq

2026-05-07

pressure on Iran-aligned militia leaders in Iraq, making them acutely aware of growing risks


Hizbullah and Iraqi militias deployed to Iran to suppress dissent

Hizbullah and Iraqi militias deployed to Iran to suppress dissent

2026-01-16

] Iran has deployed Hizbullah fighters and Iraqi militia groups to suppress domestic protests


Militias prioritize loyalty to Iran over Iraq's sovereignty

Militias prioritize loyalty to Iran over Iraq's sovereignty

2026-01-12

, during a display of power in Baghdad. [Ahmad al-Rubaye/AFP] Iran‑aligned Iraqi


Iranian-Backed Iraqi militia mobilizes for regional escalation at Tehran’s command

Iranian-Backed Iraqi militia mobilizes for regional escalation at Tehran’s command

2025-12-10

] The announcement of readiness for regional escalation by the Iranian-backed Iraqi militia Harakat Hizbullah al


Iran’s proxy strategy in Iraq is faltering amid militia self-interest

Iran’s proxy strategy in Iraq is faltering amid militia self-interest

2025-12-08

among militia leaders undermine Iran’s political and strategic goals in Iraq. Iraqi militia


Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs summoned the Iraqi Ambassador

Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs summoned the Iraqi Ambassador

2026-05-04

that Baghdad's failure to control Iran-Aligned Militia Groups (IAMGs) undermines Iraq's credibility as a regional


Armed group places Iraq at center of growing regional crossfire

Armed group places Iraq at center of growing regional crossfire

2026-05-01

Iraqi militia group Kata'ib Hizbullah, in Baghdad on January 29, 2026. [Ahmad Al-Rubaye/AFP


Harakat al-Nujaba threatens the region's energy grid and Iraq's stability

Harakat al-Nujaba threatens the region's energy grid and Iraq's stability

2026-04-23

. Unlike other Iraqi militias, HAN has no political arm and focuses exclusively on militant activity


Iran-backed militias in Iraq scramble after US sanctions

Iran-backed militias in Iraq scramble after US sanctions

2025-09-29

States designated these Iranian-backed militias as Foreign Terrorist Organizations (FTOs) on September 17


The dark truth about Saraya Awliya al-Dam and regional violence

The dark truth about Saraya Awliya al-Dam and regional violence

2026-04-24

. Saraya Awliya al-Dam (SAD), an Iraq-based militia supported by Iran, stands out as a prime example


Houthis abduct civilians in systematic Dhamar repression campaign

Houthis abduct civilians in systematic Dhamar repression campaign

2026-04-22

Houthi militias abduct nine civilians in Dhamar to consolidate control, suppress dissent


Iraqi government confronts Iran-backed militia after deadly attack on state building

Iraqi government confronts Iran-backed militia after deadly attack on state building

2025-08-07

director Ghazi Faisal Hussein told Al-Fassel. The militia's influence and uncontrolled weapons