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Iran-Backed Militias Accuse US of Airspace Violations Amid Regional Tensions
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Iran-backed militias in Iraq accused the U.S. of violating their airspace, escalating regional tensions. The militias also criticized the Iraqi government's efforts to disarm them by June 2027. The U.S. State Department issued a travel advisory warning of increased terrorist threats in Iraq, including from Iran-aligned groups. These events highlight Iraq's struggle to assert state control amid wider regional conflicts.
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- Iran-backed militias in Iraq accused the U.S. of violating Iraqi airspace.
- The militias are resisting Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi's plan to bring weapons under state control by June 2027.
- The U.S. State Department warned of increased terrorist threats in Iraq, including from Iran-aligned militias.
- The U.S. Embassy in Iraq updated its travel advisory, citing risks to U.S. citizens.
- The accusations come after the U.S.-led anti-ISIS coalition ended its mission in Iraq.
- Iran has also been reportedly increasing efforts to assassinate American diplomats in the region.
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