Iraq & Ahmad Vahidi

Iraq: Iraq is the base for Iran-backed militias that Saudi Arabia struck, and which threaten further attacks. This adds to Iraq's instability.

Ahmad Vahidi: IRGC chief reportedly involved in a joint oil venture with Pakistan's army chief, linked to Iran-Saudi agreement.

Iraq: Iraq is where Ali Khamenei's remains will be taken for ceremonies in Shi'ite holy shrine cities, highlighting the regional religious significance of the event.

Ahmad Vahidi: Ahmad Vahidi, the new commander of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, appeared at the funerals, marking his public presence after being unseen during the war.

Iraq: Historical context from the Iran-Iraq war; not directly impacted by this appointment.

Ahmad Vahidi: As an SNSC member, his presence alongside Rezaei reinforces the hardline security establishment. His past as Quds Force commander is relevant to regional conflicts.

Iraq: Shiite armed groups in Iraq>>> are among Iran's>>> proxies. The deal includes a commitment for Iran>>> not to interfere in the domestic affairs of countries in the region, which implicitly affects Iran's>>> support for these groups in Iraq>>>.

Ahmad Vahidi: As the Commander-in-Chief of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps>>>, Ahmad Vahidi>>> met with Mohsin Naqvi>>> to discuss regional security, indicating high-level engagement in the ongoing diplomatic efforts.

Iraq: Targeted by drone attacks from Iran, adding to regional instability.

Ahmad Vahidi: IRGC commander reportedly in backchannel contact with US.