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US warns Iraq against militia interference ahead of elections

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Iraqi factions 'moving headquarters' in fear of Israel strikes

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US lawmakers call for sanctions on Iran-backed militias in Iraq

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Iraq denies FM spoke to media about abducted Israeli researcher

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