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Iraqi Government Pursues Monopoly on Arms to Curb Iran-Backed Militias
Jun 21, 2026 01:58 PM CT
Baghdad, Iraq
iraq,iran-backed militias,state building,proxy warfare,arms control
Summary
The Iraqi government is implementing reforms to establish a state monopoly on weapons, aiming to reduce the influence and operational capacity of Iran-backed militias. This political shift represents an incremental change in the balance of power within Iraq, potentially limiting Iran's ability to project force through proxy groups in the region.
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Iraq’s new leadership is pledging state control over weapons, but questions remain over whether Baghdad can rein in powerful Iran-backed militias.
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Iran-backed militias face potential loss of autonomy and weapons access due to Iraqi state reforms.