Iran spent years fostering proxies in Iraq. Now, many aren’t eager to join the war - Reuters
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Iran's long-term strategy to build proxy forces in Iraq has faltered, as many of these groups show reluctance to engage in the conflict following recent events, including the killing of Khamenei.
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