Iraq increases military readiness amid coup allegations

Iraq is experiencing heightened military mobilization and security alerts across 15 provinces following allegations of a potential coup. Prime Minister Ali al-Zaydi has reportedly instructed security forces to raise combat readiness levels and prepare for potential clashes.

In response to the tension, units from the Counter-Terrorism Service have been redeployed to strategic locations. The Iraqi Security Media Cell confirmed that military units remain on high alert. This movement follows high-level meetings between judicial and security officials, including discussions between Supreme Judicial Council President Faik Zeydan and leaders of the Armed Forces.

Speculation in Baghdad suggests that Iran-backed Hashd al-Shaabi groups may be preparing an armed uprising against the government. The ruling State Management Coalition has warned that any illegal armed actions will be prosecuted under the Counter-Terrorism Law. The current political climate is marked by a shift in power dynamics, with the consensus appointment of Ali al-Zaydi as Prime Minister signaling a move away from previous leadership figures like Nuri al-Maliki.