Following U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, concerns arose in Iraq, where Iranian-backed militias hold significant sway. These militias have remained silent, shaped by past conflicts and now more integrated into Iraq's political and economic landscape. Analysts indicate that while tensions could escalate, these groups prefer to maintain their established roles rather than risk losing their influence and financial benefits. The militias are pivotal not only in Iraq but also as part of Iran's broader regional network, which includes other influential groups in neighboring countries.
"These groups have become so integrated into the Iraqi state in one way or another, whether it's through business dealings, whether it is through politics. Why would these people give up on that?"
"Tensions may reach a point where the groups turn to violence, she said, 'but these groups are going to stay quiet for as long as they can.'"
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