US warns Iraq of possible expansion of operation - what is known
Washington has sent Baghdad an official warning about the possible expansion of the «front» in case of pro-Iranian formations' participation in the current escalation. This is reported by the media.
It is about the risk of Iraq's involvement in a broader regional conflict.
Details
According to available information, the United States is signalling that in the event of active actions by Iranian-backed Shiite groups, it may expand military operations.
At the same time, there has been no official announcement of a direct US attack on Iraq.
The situation in Iraq
A significant number of US military bases are deployed in Iraq. At the same time, pro-Iranian Shiite militias and Kurdish formations operate in the country.
It is the activity of proxy groups that can become a trigger for further escalation.
Risks
Analysts warn that the involvement of Iraq could dramatically expand the geography of the conflict in the Middle East.
The situation remains tense and is changing rapidly.
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