What is the Popular Mobilization Forces?

The Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) is a group of militias in Iraq.

What groups make up the PMF?

The PMF is made up of different Shia and Sunni groups.

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First publishedJul 29, 20:08 UTC

Last updatedJul 30, 12:57 UTC · 6m ago

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Iraq's Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) are a group of militias that were formed in 2014 to fight against the Islamic State.

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Iraq has many groups called militias. They are called the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF). The PMF was formed in 2014 to fight against the Islamic State. The group is made up of different Shia and Sunni groups.

Why it matters

The PMF is important because it has a lot of power in Iraq and can affect the country's politics and security.

In brief

What is the Popular Mobilization Forces?: The Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) is a group of militias in Iraq.
Why was the PMF formed?: The PMF was formed in 2014 to fight against the Islamic State.
What groups make up the PMF?: The PMF is made up of different Shia and Sunni groups.

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