Iraqi PM rules out military clash with armed factions

• Baghdad pushes dialogue to bring weapons under state control.
• Iraq warns Hormuz closure has slashed oil exports.
• Al-Zaidi says Iraq will not become a battleground.

Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi announced that the government has no intention of entering into a military clash with armed factions, confirming ongoing constructive dialogue aimed at restricting all weapons exclusively to state authority.

Addressing national security efforts, Prime Minister al-Zaidi revealed that key progress has been made as several armed groups have voluntarily relinquished their arms, severed independent ties, and integrated into the official framework of the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF).

The head of government noted that all political forces in Iraq stand united on the goal of bringing weapons under state control, with active work underway to establish clear mechanisms for surrendering arms.

Hormuz closure cripples oil exports 

Turning to economic challenges, Prime Minister al-Zaidi highlighted the severe impact of regional instability, specifically pointing to the closure of the strategic Strait of Hormuz as a major crisis facing the nation.

Alternative export routes were described as modest and "patchwork" solutions, with current oil export volumes dropping to approximately 10% of pre-crisis capacity.

On domestic policy, Prime Minister al-Zaidi reaffirmed an unyielding commitment to fighting corruption, noting that the administration continues to enjoy broad backing across the political spectrum.

Reiterating Iraq's diplomatic role amid heightened regional volatility, Prime Minister al-Zaidi emphasized that the nation will not allow itself to be dragged into external proxy conflicts