Iran-backed militia
Appears in 1 story · Last updated Oct 16, 2026
Leader's brother in cabinet
Five months after Ali al-Zaidi took office, Iraq's parliament completed his cabinet on October 15, approving eleven ministers and three deputy prime ministers. One deputy, Laith al-Khazali, is under US sanctions; diplomatic sources say Washington approved the deal after al-Zaidi promised to disarm Iran-backed groups.
Updated Oct 16
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