Iraq's Shia Militant Group Threatens 'Total War' If Iran Is Attacked
In a stark warning, Abu Hussein al-Hamidawi, leader of the powerful Iraqi paramilitary group Kataib Hezbollah, has threatened that his forces would launch a "total war" against Iran if it is attacked by its enemies. The statement comes as tensions between Washington and Tehran continue to escalate, with the US deploying an aircraft carrier strike group to the Middle East.
Al-Hamidawi's fiery warning was issued in response to US Secretary of State Marco Rubio's call on Baghdad to keep a distance from Iran, urging the Iraqi government to prioritize its own stability and security. However, al-Hamidawi dismissed this advice, saying that Iraq's allies within the "axis of resistance" would necessarily support Iran if it is attacked.
The Kataib Hezbollah leader described Iran as the "fortress and pride" of Muslims, emphasizing that a war against Tehran would not be an easy or walk-in-the-park fight. He warned that those who dare to attack Iran would face "the bitterest forms of death," leaving nothing but destruction in their wake.
This statement comes after the US and Israel attacked Iranian targets last year, with the Iraqi group choosing not to intervene on behalf of its allies. However, al-Hamidawi suggested that this time would be different, emphasizing the need for support from Iraq's other allies within the axis of resistance.
The tensions between Washington and Tehran have been building for months, with President Donald Trump warning Iran that he is watching it "very closely." The US has also deployed a large military presence to the region, including an aircraft carrier strike group. Iran has pledged to defend itself against any attack, saying its armed forces will respond firmly to any violation of its sovereignty.
As tensions continue to escalate, several airlines have suspended flights across the region due to concerns about the prospect of escalation. The situation remains volatile, with both sides refusing to back down.
In a stark warning, Abu Hussein al-Hamidawi, leader of the powerful Iraqi paramilitary group Kataib Hezbollah, has threatened that his forces would launch a "total war" against Iran if it is attacked by its enemies. The statement comes as tensions between Washington and Tehran continue to escalate, with the US deploying an aircraft carrier strike group to the Middle East.
Al-Hamidawi's fiery warning was issued in response to US Secretary of State Marco Rubio's call on Baghdad to keep a distance from Iran, urging the Iraqi government to prioritize its own stability and security. However, al-Hamidawi dismissed this advice, saying that Iraq's allies within the "axis of resistance" would necessarily support Iran if it is attacked.
The Kataib Hezbollah leader described Iran as the "fortress and pride" of Muslims, emphasizing that a war against Tehran would not be an easy or walk-in-the-park fight. He warned that those who dare to attack Iran would face "the bitterest forms of death," leaving nothing but destruction in their wake.
This statement comes after the US and Israel attacked Iranian targets last year, with the Iraqi group choosing not to intervene on behalf of its allies. However, al-Hamidawi suggested that this time would be different, emphasizing the need for support from Iraq's other allies within the axis of resistance.
The tensions between Washington and Tehran have been building for months, with President Donald Trump warning Iran that he is watching it "very closely." The US has also deployed a large military presence to the region, including an aircraft carrier strike group. Iran has pledged to defend itself against any attack, saying its armed forces will respond firmly to any violation of its sovereignty.
As tensions continue to escalate, several airlines have suspended flights across the region due to concerns about the prospect of escalation. The situation remains volatile, with both sides refusing to back down.
this is getting crazy... US deploying an aircraft carrier strike group and Iran responding with "firmly defending itself"... like what's gonna happen next?! 
i'm not surprised that Kataib Hezbollah is talking trash though... they've been a thorn in the side of the US for years. 
but seriously, can't we just talk about this without all the threats and sabre-rattling? 
it's like we're reliving the same scenario over and over again... 
is anyone gonna listen to reason or are we just stuck in a cycle of retaliation and revenge?! 
this whole thing is getting super intense 
Iran and the US are like two stubborn horses who won't let go 
and Iraq's in the middle, trying not to get trampled 
? It's like, calm down, guys, let's talk this out 
or at least try some de-escalation tactics 
innocent people who just want to live their lives without getting hurt 
, not more threats and aggression 
let's try to find a way forward that doesn't involve bloodshed and destruction 
We've got multiple countries and militias playing a game of chicken, with innocent civilians getting caught in the crossfire 
. But seriously, this kind of rhetoric only raises the stakes and makes it harder to de-escalate tensions 
. This situation is ticking time bomb waiting to go off 
i remember him saying that if iran gets attacked they will not hesitate to launch a full-on war against whoever dares to attack them 
i was talking to my friend who works with iranian diplomats and he said that iran is not gonna back down either 
so yeah it's like we're in this together or something 
u guys think it's a good idea for the us to keep threatening iran? 
. Like, Iraq's already got enough problems with ISIS and corruption and stuff, can't they just chill for once? 
Al-Hamidawi's warnings are valid tho, gotta protect their own interests and all that. But at the same time, Iran is like a powder keg waiting to blow 
. But seriously, this whole Middle East situation has got me feeling like I'm stuck in some kind of bad 80s action movie 
so if the us attacks them idc who wins tbh 
but seriously, doesnt everyone just chill & try 2 find a peaceful soln? 
! Totally not what we need right now 
. US, Israel, Iran - can't we just talk it out 
?
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. And on top of all this, flights are getting suspended because people are too scared to fly over the region? Like it's not already a war zone or something 
.