Middle EastPublished: 25 June 2026 at 12:37

Trump Administration Demands Iraqi Leaders Distance from Iran and Rein in Militias

The Trump administration has demanded that Iraqi leaders distance themselves from Iran and bring Iran-linked militias operating outside government control under state authority.

The Trump administration has issued a clear demand to Iraqi leaders, urging them to distance their country from Iran and to rein in Iran-linked militias that currently operate beyond government control. This request comes amid ongoing U.S. efforts to curb Iranian influence in the Middle East. No specific consequences have been outlined if Iraq fails to comply, but the demand underscores the tension in U.S.-Iraq relations.

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