Basra’s dual power: How Iraqi state and militias vie for control within striking range of Kuwait | The National
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Source: The National (UAE)
Published: 2026-06-01 23:09 UTC+10:00
Section: General
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Business, Middle East, Military & Defence, Iran, Economy & Finance, World News, Business & Economy, War & Conflict
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Caught in the crossfire of the Iran war, the province of Basra in Iraq's southern tip is home to militia groups that wield significant influence over the local economy.
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