Kurdish groups in northern Iraq prepare to fight Iran at US request

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Iranian-Kurdish groups in Northern Iraq are preparing to join the fight against Iran, reportedly at the request of the United States. Peshmerga fighters have moved near the Iranian border, with a spokesperson stating they are ready for a potential ground offensive in Iran. This follows coordinated US and Israeli attacks on Iran and subsequent Iranian retaliations. The US has reportedly been arming Kurdish groups, and President Trump has discussed military cooperation with Kurdish leaders in Iraq. Iran has warned these groups against joining the conflict.


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