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Washington Says Its Strikes on Iran-Supported Factions in Iraq Aim to Reduce Escalation

Washington Says Its Strikes on Iran-Supported Factions in Iraq Aim to Reduce Escalation

White House spokesperson Jen Psaki stated on Monday that the airstrikes carried out by the United States against Iran-backed armed factions in Iraq and Syria on Sunday aim to reduce the risk of escalation. Psaki added that the White House informed relevant members of Congress before the strikes and remains in contact with allies in the region.

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