Iraq dismantles cell plotting foreign attacks, seizes drones and weapons
Iraq has arrested a three-member militia cell in Babil province accused of planning attacks abroad and seized weapons and drones from the suspects.
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AIThe Iraqi government announced on Tuesday the arrest of a cell consisting of three individuals in Babil province, saying they belonged to militias and were planning attacks outside Iraq.
Authorities said security forces detained the cell members and confiscated weapons and drones found in their possession.
According to the government, the group was in direct contact with Iranian figures responsible for orchestrating drone attacks.
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Investigations revealed the cell was planning operations outside Iraqi territory, but the statement did not specify the intended targets or countries where the attacks were to take place.