Commentary: Iraq ripe for Iranian domination
Middle East • March 2008 • Views: 376
The aim is clear. Without the need to fire a shot, Iran is becoming Iraq’s indispensable political ally and trading partner. In contrast to the failed British efforts at reconstruction in southern Iraq, the Iranians are promising to deliver everything from commercial goods to electricity. Behind the scenes they are also suspected of arming, funding and directing the Shia militias, the only real force on the ground.