Washington has reportedly informed Iraqi authorities that a potential U.S. strike on Iran could take place in the coming days, according to Channel8, citing political sources familiar with the discussions.
The report says Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Faleh al-Zaidi was notified in advance and subsequently warned domestic armed groups against intervening in any confrontation involving Iran. Baghdad is reportedly concerned that a U.S. strike could trigger a broader regional escalation and pull Iraqi factions into the conflict.
The warning comes amid heightened tensions across the region and repeated concerns that any direct U.S. attack on Iran could lead to retaliatory action against American forces and interests in the Middle East.
No official U.S. announcement confirming that a strike has been ordered or scheduled has been made.