Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Al Zaidi's request for a bill signals intent but passing such a law would be difficult. ReutersShow caption: Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Al Zaidi's request for a bill signa…Al Zaidi's request for draft bill comes as pressure mounts to disarm militias by September 30 deadline
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Al Zaidi has asked parliament's Defence and Security Committee to draft a bill placing all weapons under state control.
Iran-backed armed factions and political parties heavily represented in parliament pose a significant obstacle to passing the proposed legislation.
Baghdad faces a September 30 deadline to disarm militias, with officials warning that non-compliant groups could face terrorism charges.
Iran's Quds Force commander visited Baghdad seeking a settlement that would allow militias to retain, rather than surrender, their weapons.
