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Iraqi PMU commemorate 8th anniversary with revelation of new weaponry
The PMU was formed in 2014 after Iraqi cleric Ayatollah Sayyed Ali Sistani called on all Iraqis to volunteer to fight with the Iraqi army against ISIS militants who had nearly taken over the entire country
Jul 23, 2022
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Al-Sadr mobilizes hundreds of thousands in Baghdad, calls for PMU dissolution
The mass mobilization took place despite the absence of Al-Sadr, as officials fear the show of strength could disrupt ongoing attempts to form a government
Jul 16, 2022
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Iraq’s PMU targets ISIS positions in northern Iraq
The Popular Mobilization Units continue their fight against the remnants of ISIS
May 23, 2022
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Turkish drones target PMU forces in northern Iraq: Report
Tension has heightened between Baghdad and Ankara, as Turkey continuously violates Iraqi sovereignty in its campaign against the PKK
Apr 27, 2022
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Iraqi resistance refuses to disarm until full US withdrawal: PMU chief
Despite the Iraqi parliament approving a law in 2020 to end the permission for US troops to be stationed on Iraqi soil, it has yet to be practically implemented
Apr 09, 2022
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Young family of PMU commander gunned down in Baghdad home
The attack by an unidentified gunman took place at dawn and was not reported by official sources until later in the afternoon
Jan 06, 2022
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No deal reached between Iraq’s main political leader and pro-PMU parties: Report
Despite the political deadlock, leaders from the Coordination Framework described their meeting with Muqtada al-Sadr as "positive and responsible"
Dec 29, 2021
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Iraq’s Muqtada al-Sadr calls for PMU to disband, says he intends to form a ‘national majority government’
The apparent winner of last month's disputed parliamentary elections says that the PMU defeat "should not end or disrupt democracy"
Nov 18, 2021
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PMU convoy reportedly hit by US airstrikes near the Iraq-Syria border
In response, US officials have denied carrying out airstrikes in the region on 14 September
Sep 15, 2021
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PMU commander lauds Iran’s IRGC, says model should be replicated in Iraq
Commander Al-Fayyadh says the PMU "owes its existence" to the late Iranian General Qasem Soleimani
Aug 09, 2021
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Iraqi PMU commander assassinated in Saladin province
Unidentified gunmen opened fire on the commander's vehicle
Aug 02, 2021
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Iraq’s PMU forces begin operation against ISIS near border with Iran
Operation comes one day after ISIS targeted a funeral procession
Aug 01, 2021
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PMU leader says Israel and US were behind Najaf drone strike
The attack on the Hashd al-Shaabi military base came on 26 July
Jul 28, 2021
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US choppers spotted transferring ISIS fighters across Iraq: PMU Commander
Allegations about US transporting ISIS fighters have now been raised in Iraq, Syria, Afghanistan and Pakistan.
Jul 28, 2021
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Sadrists and CF supporters set for counter-marches in Baghdad
Influential cleric Muqtada al-Sadr earlier this week issued an ultimatum to judicial authorities to dissolve parliament by next week
Aug 12, 2022
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Iran denies involvement in alleged assassination plot against Bolton and Pompeo
US prosecutors have accused an Iranian national of trying to have Bolton and Pompeo killed for their role in the assassination of IRGC Quds Force Commander Qassem Soleimani
Aug 11, 2022
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Thousands of Sadrists gather for mass prayer in Baghdad’s Green Zone
The mass prayer was seen by some in Iraq as a show of power and influence by the leading Shia cleric, who has continuously rejected dialogue and prolonged Iraq’s political impasse
Aug 05, 2022
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Muqtada al-Sadr calls for early elections and disbandment of parliament
A leader within the Coordination Framework has seconded Al-Sadr's call for anticipated elections
Aug 04, 2022
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Counterprotests expected in Iraq after Al-Sadr supporters occupy parliament
Muqtada al-Sadr has called on his supporters to continue pushing with their 'spontaneous revolution' to overhaul Iraq's entire political system
Aug 01, 2022
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Sadrist supporters breach Iraqi parliament for second time in a week
Weeks after his resignation from the political sphere, Muqtada al-Sadr has continued to display his influence over large swathes of the Iraqi population
Jul 30, 2022
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Hundreds of Sadrist supporters storm Iraqi parliament
Muqtada al-Sadr called off his supporters, who were marching against the nomination of Mohammed al-Sudani for the post of PM, when they breached the high-security Green Zone of Baghdad
Jul 28, 2022
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Turkish drone strike on Iraqi Kurdistan kills five civilians
Civilians traveling by car in the Tigris region at 2:20pm were killed by a bomb that killed at least five people, including a woman
Jul 18, 2022
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Protests loom in Iraq as Sadrist bloc coordinates ‘huge’ Friday prayers: Report
Sadrist officials expect a sit-in protest to be held outside Baghdad's Green Zone and believe protesters could storm the gates of the district
Jul 14, 2022
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Seven countries behind the assassination of Qassem Soleimani: Iranian official
The US, the UK, Germany, Jordan, and three other nations have been identified by Tehran as being responsible for the murder of the Quds Force commander
Jun 27, 2022
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Iraq parliament swears in 64 new members after mass resignation of Sadrists
The Shia majority Coordination Framework is now expected to lead negotiations to form a government without the involvement of the Sadrists
Jun 24, 2022
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‘Iran does not meddle in Iraq’s political affairs’: Muqtada al-Sadr
The statements of the leader of the Sadrist bloc dismissed allegations and rumors that the Iran-Iraq relationship is not based on mutual respect
Jun 23, 2022
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Muqtada al-Sadr announces departure from Iraq politics
After the resignation of Sadrist MPs, runner-up candidates from the recent elections will become the new MPs, altering the power dynamics for the negotiations to form government
Jun 16, 2022
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Over 70 Sadrist Movement lawmakers resign from Iraqi parliament
The UN has warned that the streets of Iraq are about to 'boil over' over the failure by lawmakers to form a government for over eight months
Jun 13, 2022
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Sadrist bloc threatens mass resignation eight months into Iraq’s political deadlock
Muqtada al-Sadr has rejected numerous calls by Shia-majority parties to form a coalition government
Jun 10, 2022
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Bomb-laden drone explodes near US consulate in Iraq’s Erbil
Unconfirmed reports say that a member of an Israeli assassination team was killed in the blast
Jun 09, 2022
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