Iran's Araghchi heads to Iraq as rumors swirl in Baghdad over Green Zone raid
Iraq has been trying to rein in some Iranian-backed militias, with Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi seeking to show that he can rein in chaos in the country
Assessment
Iran's foreign minister visits Baghdad at a moment when rumors of a Green Zone raid underscore the fragility of Iraqi sovereignty. The visit tests whether Prime Minister al-Zaidi can manage Iranian-backed militias while maintaining diplomatic ties with Tehran, a balancing act with high stakes for regional stability.