5 thoughts on “Iran’s War in Iraq Reveals Militias’ Expanding Grip”
It’s alarming how these militias, backed by Iran, are tightening their grip on Iraq’s economy and politics. The article says they control border crossings and even oil smuggling routes.
I wonder if the Iraqi government can ever rein in these groups. The report mentions they’ve infiltrated security forces and are running their own shadow state.
This is what happens when you fight ISIS with Shiite militias—they become too powerful to dismantle. The article notes they now have 100,000+ fighters.
The article mentions that some militia leaders are sanctioned by the US, yet they still operate freely. What’s the point of sanctions if they’re not enforced?
It’s a complex situation—Iran provides funding and weapons, but many Iraqis see these militias as protectors against ISIS. The article says they offer social services too.
It’s alarming how these militias, backed by Iran, are tightening their grip on Iraq’s economy and politics. The article says they control border crossings and even oil smuggling routes.
I wonder if the Iraqi government can ever rein in these groups. The report mentions they’ve infiltrated security forces and are running their own shadow state.
This is what happens when you fight ISIS with Shiite militias—they become too powerful to dismantle. The article notes they now have 100,000+ fighters.
The article mentions that some militia leaders are sanctioned by the US, yet they still operate freely. What’s the point of sanctions if they’re not enforced?
It’s a complex situation—Iran provides funding and weapons, but many Iraqis see these militias as protectors against ISIS. The article says they offer social services too.