Iraq is caught in the crossfire of the Iran war, with attacks by both sides on its soil
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SAMYA KULLABMarch 13, 2026 at 03:53 PM
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Iraq is experiencing attacks on its soil from both sides of the Iran war. Funerals were held in Baghdad and Najaf in March 2026 for members of the Popular Mobilization Forces who were killed in a U.S. airstrike in Qaim. The article highlights Iraq's position as being caught in the middle of the conflict. The Strait of Hormuz and Iraqi oil fields are also shown, illustrating the broader regional implications and economic interests at stake. The ongoing conflict continues to impact Iraq, causing grief and instability.
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