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State Department opposes Iraqi bill formalizing Iran-backed armed groups in parliament

5533166 · August 5, 2025
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A State Department spokesperson said the U.S. strongly opposes a proposed Iraqi law that would institutionalize armed groups associated with Iran, saying such legislation would undermine Iraqi security institutions and bilateral security cooperation.

The State Department spokesperson said the department “strongly oppose[s] any legislation that is inconsistent with the goals of our bilateral security assistance and partnership” after reporters asked about a bill in the Iraqi…

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