Iraq: Washington on phased militia disarmament through June 2027

30 September 2026

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Summary

Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi has moved the government’s militia disarmament deadline from

30/9/2026 to 30/6/2027, under a six-point proposal that would begin implementation after the U.S.-led coalition withdrawal from Iraq on September 30.

Unlock the following note for insights into the phased disarmament process, Washington’s position, and the key factors that will shape implementation through June 2027.

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Iraq: Washington on phased militia disarmament through June 2027

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