Intra-Shia strains in Iraq could spiral out of control

Behind-the-scenes intervention by Grand Ayatollah Sistani brought an end to two days of intra-Shia violence

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  • Sadr's resignation
  • Haeri's rejection
  • Sistani
  • Sadr
  • Popular Mobilisation Units

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