How Washington is using Iraqi oil revenues to pressure Baghdad over Iran-backed militias
Comment Washington utilise la manne pétrolière irakienne pour faire pression sur Bagdad
Summary
The Trump administration has blocked the transfer of nearly $500 million in cash to Iraq in an attempt to force Baghdad to dismantle Iran-backed militias operating on its soil. Analysts warn the move risks further destabilising an already fragile Iraqi economy.
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