Iraq"s Defense Minister Thabit al-Abbasi announced that U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth has issued a warning regarding an "imminent operation in the region." Al-Abbasi stated that Hegseth delivered a final order instructing Iraqi armed groups, including Iranian-backed militias, not to respond to the situation.
This warning comes amid ongoing tensions in the region and highlights the complex dynamics involving U.S. military operations and local armed groups. The specifics of the imminent operation have not been disclosed.
For further context on related developments, see our coverage on recent developments in military operations and Iran"s negotiations with the U.S..
