Hezbollah Announces Five-Day Suspension of Attacks on U.S.

Samira Usman Adam
Samira Usman Adam - Presenter/PR & Partnership Lead
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The Iraqi armed group Kataib Hezbollah says it will suspend attacks targeting the United States Embassy in Baghdad.

The group announced the decision on Wednesday, stating the pause would last for five days.

Kataib Hezbollah said the temporary suspension is subject to specific conditions.

The militia did not immediately provide detailed information about the conditions attached to the announcement.

The group has previously been linked to attacks against American interests in Iraq.

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The United States maintains a diplomatic presence in Baghdad and other locations across Iraq.

Tensions between armed groups and U.S. forces have remained high in the region.

Security analysts say such announcements often reflect ongoing negotiations or attempts to de-escalate tensions temporarily.

Authorities have not yet issued an official response to the announcement.

Observers say the situation will be closely monitored over the coming days.

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