Iraq backtracks after Hezbollah and Houthis listed as terror groups
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Iraq's Prime Minister Sudani has announced an investigation following criticism from a lawmaker who condemned the government's decision to list Hezbollah and the Houthis as terrorist groups. The move comes as Sudani seeks to maintain his leadership over a political bloc that includes pro-Iran factions. The announcement followed backlash regarding the government's stance, which was described as "disgraceful" by the lawmaker. The situation reflects internal political tensions related to Iraq's position on these groups.
Iraq's Prime Minister Sudani has announced an investigation following criticism from a lawmaker who condemned the government's decision to list Hezbollah and the Houthis as terrorist groups. The move comes as Sudani seeks to maintain his leadership over a political bloc that includes pro-Iran factions. The announcement followed backlash regarding the government's stance, which was described as "disgraceful" by the lawmaker. The situation reflects internal political tensions related to Iraq's position on these groups.
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Prime Minister Sudani, seeking to stay in power atop bloc containing pro-Iran factions, announces investigation after lawmaker slams his government's 'disgraceful stance' The post Iraq backtracks after Hezbollah and Houthis listed as terror groups appeared first on The Times of Israel. ...
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Posted on 12-04-2025 10:58