Iraqi militia linked to Iran 'likely to integrate into state following US deal' (opens original article in a new tab)

Iraqi armed groups linked to Iran are likely to integrate into state structures, allowing them to retain political and financial influence, as US-Iran deal does not address their presence, and Iraqi Prime Minister faces challenges in curbing their power.

• Iraqi armed groups backed by Iran may integrate into state structures following US-Iran deal
• Prime Minister Ali Al Zaidi faces challenges in curbing militia influence due to limited sovereignty
• Some militias like Sarya Al Salam and Asaib Ahl Al Haq show willingness to integrate, while others like Kataib Hezbollah oppose it
• US and Iran deal does not address Iranian-backed militias, leaving their influence in Iraq uncertain