Both stressed the fact that the provisions of the National Defense Act of 1920 had not been fulfilled, that the Army strength was waning dangerously. Significant points: 1) On June 30, 1926 ...

He remarked, “As you have noted, the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF), or Hashd al-Shaabi, play a crucial role in safeguarding Iraq’s strength. Efforts must continue to preserve and further reinforce ...