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Iraq struggles to disarm Shi'ite militias amid US-Iran regional tensions

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Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi is under pressure to disarm powerful Shi'ite militia groups operating in the country. Several of these factions are resisting efforts to surrender their weapons to state authority, creating serious security and political challenges for Baghdad. The standoff is further complicated by escalating regional tensions between the United States and Iran, both of which hold significant influence over Iraq. Adding urgency to the situation, US-led coalition forces are set to complete their withdrawal from Iraq by September 30.

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