US sets expectations for Iraq’s next PM to confront Iranian militias

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The U.S. administration is assessing Iraq's new prime minister-designate, Ali al-Zaidi, as a potential ally in addressing the influence of Iranian militias in the region. This evaluation comes amid increasing tensions between the U.S. and Iran regarding security and political dynamics in Iraq.

The Trump administration is cautiously sizing up Iraq’s new prime minister-designate, Ali al-Zaidi, as a potential partner in pushing back on Iranian influence.