Iran-backed groups

Iran-backed groups are militias operating primarily in Iraq with ties to Iran. They are newsworthy due to escalating tensions and direct conflict with the United States and Israel. Recent events include strikes by the US and Israel targeting these groups within Iraq, as well as retaliatory attacks by the militias, such as the drone strike on the Iraqi National Intelligence Service headquarters in Baghdad, which resulted in the death of a police officer. These actions contribute to the fragility of Iraq's internal security and overall regional stability, particularly as they occur amidst broader geopolitical tensions and concerns about oil flow through the Strait of Hormuz. The groups' activities highlight Iraq as a key battleground in the ongoing conflict between the US/Israel and Iran.