Iraqi Prime Minister: Hashd al-Shaabi Will Become an Indispensable Part of the Country's Security Structure

Just now October 1, 2026 1 min read 📰 ISNA

📋 Key Takeaway

The Iraqi Prime Minister has declared a new phase in addressing uncontrolled weapons, emphasizing the integration of Hashd al-Shaabi into the national security framework. This initiative includes plans to enhance air defense capabilities and formalize the role of Hashd al-Shaabi through legislation.

The Prime Minister of Iraq announced October 1, 2026, as the starting point for a serious phase in organizing the situation of weapons outside the control of the government and reported on the government's plan to strengthen air defense and the approval of the Hashd al-Shaabi law.