US Issues Strong Warning to Iraq

The United States has issued a strong warning to Iraq, urging it to prevent armed groups operating within its territory from participating in the planned military operations near Iraq's borders.

According to Iraq's Defense Minister, Thabet al-Abbasi, this message was conveyed during a phone call between US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and the Iraqi side. Sources indicate that their conversation was tense and emphasized that Washington's message could be regarded as a 'final warning' for Baghdad.

The US has demanded that Iraq control the actions of its armed groups to avoid any possible clashes or interference with US operations. Official Baghdad has yet to release a formal comment on this matter.