Iraqi Militants Issue Threats Against U.S. Citizens Due to Israel-Iran Tensions
Militia leader from Iraq issues warning of potential attacks against American civilians
Hang out in the digital world, and you'll find Akram al-Kaabi, the head honcho of the Iran-backed Shia militia Harakat al-Nujaba, stirring up some hot stuff on the X platform. This cat's got a bone to pick with the good ol' USA, and he's not shy about letting 'em know. Here's the lowdown.
If they dare to touch Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran's Supreme Leader, al-Kaabi swears he'll make it his mission to take out not only the U.S. but also their filthy collaborators across the Islamic region. Yikes!
Al-Kaabi doesn't mince words, making it crystal clear that not a single American soldier, diplomat, or citizen in the region will escape his sights if Khamenei gets harmed. Harsh!
In an open letter, al-Kaabi hurls his verbal daggers at U.S. President Donald Trump, reminding him that every American with a lick of citizenship and any interest in the Middle East will become a fair game target. Ouch!
Harakat al-Nujaba isn’t the only one with a bone to pick. The U.S.-designated terrorist organization Kataib Hezbollah, also part of the "Iraqi Islamic Resistance" coalition, has warned the U.S. against meddling in the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran. If the U.S. sides with Israel, Kataib Hezbollah promises that it will bring catastrophes and unprecedented destruction down upon the U.S. forces.
Iran considers the "Axis of Resistance" it heads as a handy strategic shield, keeping military skirmishes away from its territory. Members of this resistance coalition, which includes Hezbollah in Lebanon, the Houthis in Yemen, and Hamas in Gaza, are all being lined up against the arch-foe, Israel. But, due to previous conflicts in Gaza and battles against Hezbollah and the fall of long-time Syrian ruler Bashar al-Assad, the resistance has been weakened.
Sources close to the Iraqi government are hinting that some of the Iran-backed militias in Iraq are gearing up for a showdown against the U.S. if the latter decides to jump into the Israel-Iran conflict fray.
So, there you have it, folks. With tensions between Israel and Iran heating up, Iraqi militant groups, particularly those with ties to Iran, have their sights set on U.S. citizens and interests. Keep an eye on this developing story, and let's hope cooler heads prevail before it gets too hot!
Sources: ntv.de
Notes:
- Iraqi militant groups, particularly those backed by Iran such as Harakat al-Nujaba, have issued explicit threats against U.S. citizens in response to the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict. Harakat al-Nujaba warned that if Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is targeted, no U.S. soldier, diplomat, or citizen in the region will be safe, and that all U.S. interests, direct or indirect, will be considered legitimate targets as long as these militants exist.
- Recent developments signal a rising readiness among Iraqi militant groups to actively retaliate against U.S. citizens and military personnel should Iran’s leadership be attacked or if the U.S. engages militarily on Israel’s behalf, with several of these groups preparing to support Iran militarily if needed.
In the intensifying Israel-Iran conflict, the Iran-backed Shia militia Harakat al-Nujaba has expressed an intention to retaliate against U.S. citizens and interests, as stated by their leader, Akram al-Kaabi. Moreover, political tensions and the associated risks are not limited to war and conflicts, as the Commission has also been asked to submit a proposal for a directive on the protection of workers from the risks related to exposure to ionizing radiation, a pertinent issue in the realm of general news.
