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Iraqi Government Commits to Disarm Iranian-Backed Militias by 2027 Amid Bashiqa Base Transition

Sep 23, 2026 05:46 PM CT Baghdad, Iraq iraq,iranian-militias,disarmament,proxy-warfare,regional-stability

Summary

Iraq has announced a timeline to rein in Iranian-backed militias by June 2027, a move that signals a shift in Baghdad's domestic security posture and potential reduction in Iranian proxy influence. This development occurs concurrently with the handover of the Bashiqa base, marking a new phase in post-ISIS stabilization. The commitment to disarm proxies represents a significant, albeit long-term, strategic adjustment in the regional conflict theater.

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This is an important step and comes amid many developments in Iraq. Iraq is also trying to rein in Iranian-backed militias. It says this will happen by June of 2027.

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Subject of the disarmament efforts; its backed militias are the target of the Iraqi government's new policy.

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