Iran’s Revolutionary Guard set up Iraqi cells to attack Gulf neighbors, sources say
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At a glance
- Iran's Revolutionary Guard has allegedly established cells in Iraq to target Gulf neighbors, according to sources.
- This move poses a challenge to the new Iraqi prime minister's efforts to balance relations between the U.S. and Iran.
- The establishment of these cells may have been influenced by other pro-Iran factions in Iraq showing a willingness to disarm.
Sources claim Iran's Revolutionary Guard has set up covert cells within Iraq. These groups are reportedly intended to launch attacks against neighboring Gulf states. The establishment of these cells presents a significant challenge for the new Iraqi prime minister, who is navigating a delicate balance between the United States and Iran.
The report suggests that the timing of these covert operations may be linked to a broader trend among local pro-Iran factions. Some of these groups have reportedly expressed readiness to disarm, potentially prompting the Revolutionary Guard to solidify its own presence and operational capabilities within Iraq.
The exact nature and scale of these cells remain unclear, as does the extent of their operational capacity. However, their alleged existence highlights ongoing regional tensions and the complex geopolitical landscape in which Iraq finds itself situated.
Originally published by Times of Israel. Summarized and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.