Iraq, the clashes subside but the tension is sky high
Al-Sadr supporters call for the resignation of the Hashd al-Shaabi leader and for the pro-Iran militia to leave the Green Zone. The PMU, on the other hand, want the Parliament reopening.
Middle East, Iraq is in chaos and nearing civil war
Violent protests in Baghdad over al-Sadr's abandonment of political life are escalating and targeting pro-Iran militias. Muscle reactions from the army and PMU are feared.
Iraq, possible financier of pro-Iran militias arrested
The man was found at Najaf airport in possession of large quantities of Lebanese currency. The money was probably used for the operations of the Shiite groups.
Iraq, attacks on the US for the anniversary of Soleimani’s death continue
Fourth aggression on Camp Victory since January 3, 2021. Inherent Resolve has not reacted so far, but it could soon. The right to self-defense remains despite the end of the combat mission.
Iraq, US twart an attack on the anniversary of Soleimani’s death
The military neutralize armed drones sent by pro-Iran militias against a base at Baghdad airport to avenge the general and Abu Mahdi al-Muhandis.
Iraq, Baghdad coordinates with Kurdistan on attacks on the US
On the Erbil episode, the arrest of a leader of Hashd al-Shaabi is requested and the ISF announce the capture of the material perpetrators, but the masterminds is missing. Eyes on Iran.
Iraq, Isis still attacks the PMF en masse southwest of Mosul
Hashd Al-Shaabi militias rejected another offensive by the Islamic State in the Al-Khatheer desert. Daesh tries to open corridors from Syria to move the militiamen to the north-east.
Iraq, ISF anti-Isis operation started in Anbar
Objective: to neutralize the large cell of the Islamic State, which attacked the PMU en masse. Meanwhile, surveillance on the borders with Syria is strengthened to prevent Daesh infiltrations.
Iraq, tension skyrocketing after the pro-Iranian militia attack on US embassy
Security at the diplomatic HQ has been strengthened, while there is an exchange of threats between Trump and Tehran. Isis' false flag actions are also feared.
Iraq, the US reacts to Iran’s attacks on bases with arrests among PMF
Naseer al-Obeidi, leader of a local militia affiliated with Hashd al-Shaab, captured. He would be involved in the raid in Ain al-Assad. Meanwhile, the ISF are targeting Isis in Salahuddin and Diyala.