{
  "id": 11760716,
  "title": "Iraqi PM sets June 2027 deadline to end non-state arms control",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/03/iraqi-pm-sets-june-2027-deadline-to-end-non-state-arms-control",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-03T20:01:13.000Z",
  "source": {
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    "slug": "ajel-english",
    "url": "https://english.ajel.sa/world/bie9g9ysy"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Al-Zaidi has set a deadline of June 30, 2027 to bring all weapons under state control, reaffirming Iraq's sovereignty and constitutional authority over military decisions. Al-Zaidi announced the launch of a comprehensive process to address weapons outside state control, stating that the country will mark October 1, 2026 as the beginning of this effort. The roadmap for this process, which will follow agreed timelines, is expected to be completed by the set deadline. The Iraqi leader emphasized that decisions of war and peace lie within the constitutional framework, prohibiting military actions by non-Iraqi armed groups on Iraqi soil. Iraq's government, in line with the constitution, will disarm all non-Iraqi armed groups while ensuring the nation's security, stability, and border control. The prime minister linked this initiative to Iraq's regained sovereignty, noting that the country now owns its decisions and protects its land and airspace. He stressed that the next phase involves preserving Iraq's unity amidst crises, focusing on building a unified future. Al-Zaidi also reiterated ongoing efforts to combat corruption, safeguard public funds, and enhance preventive oversight. Earlier, Al-Zaidi had targeted June 30, 2027 as the deadline to bring weapons held by groups linked to Iran under Iraqi state control, following the conclusion of the US-led international coalition's mission.",
  "summary": "Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Al-Zaidi announced a roadmap to bring all weapons under state authority by June 30, 2027, affirming Iraq's full sovereignty.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}