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US Charges Iran-Backed Suspect

Updated 2026-05-16 07:00 UTC 1 source Neutral

The US Justice Department has arrested and charged an Iraqi national and senior commander of an Iran-backed armed group. The suspect is linked to Kataib Hezbollah, a militia with close ties to Iran.

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Al Jazeera
US and Nigerian forces carry out a joint operation against the commander, who was deemed a 'global terrorist' in 2023.
2026-05-16 06:16 UTC
Al Jazeera
The US Justice Department has arrested and charged an Iraqi national and senior commander of an Iran-backed armed group
2026-05-16 06:24 UTC
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