Many of Iraq's entry points are informally controlled by groups within the Hashed al-Shaabi, a powerful state-sponsored armed network close to Tehran

Hezbollah Brigades claim Barham Saleh seeking 'to pull the country toward chaos'; hitting back, protesters call organizations supported by Tehran 'blocs of corruption'

After one of its commanders reportedly killed in fire, head of Asaib Ahl Al-Haq paramilitary says 'his blood is on America and Israel's hands'

Over a dozen killed while setting fire to, trying to storm offices of Iran-backed Shiite paramilitary groups in southern cities

Shiite militia leader accuses Washington of 'trying to create an uproar in Iraq and the regions under any pretext'