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Zero doubt of his commitment": U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirms Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi has not asked to extend the deadline for bringing weapons under state control.
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🇮🇶🇺🇸 NEWS SUMMARY: Iraq’s Weapons Under State Control
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio says there is “zero doubt” about Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi’s commitment to bringing weapons under the control of the Iraqi state.
According to the report, al-Zaidi has not asked to extend the deadline for implementing the process. Rubio’s comments suggest that Washington sees the Iraqi government as remaining committed to strengthening state authority over weapons.
🔎 ANALYSIS
The issue is significant because bringing weapons under state control is closely connected to Iraq’s sovereignty, internal security, and the role of armed groups outside the formal state structure.
If the government proceeds without requesting additional time, it could signal that Baghdad intends to maintain the current timetable. However, the key question will be how the policy is implemented in practice and whether all relevant armed groups comply.
For the United States, the issue also reflects a broader concern: ensuring that Iraq’s security decisions remain centered on the Iraqi state and its official institutions.
📌 The coming months should provide more clarity on the timetable, enforcement mechanisms, and how different armed factions respond.
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