A coalition of Iraqi militias known as the Islamic Resistance in Iraq has announced a US$10 million bounty for anyone who kills President of the United States Donald Trump. According to reports from Press TV and Middle East Monitor, the group framed the bounty as a direct retaliation for the 2020 drone strike that killed Iranian commander Qasem Soleimani and Iraqi militia leader Abu Mahdi al-Muhandis.
The Origins of the Bounty
The announcement, made public on July 16, specifies that the funds were raised through donations from group members and supporters. The Islamic Resistance in Iraq—a key component of the broader “Axis of Resistance”—stated the reward is available to any individual or entity that carries out the act or facilitates the transfer of the bounty to those responsible. The group explicitly cited the January 3, 2020, drone strike near Baghdad International Airport as the primary motivation, labeling the incident a “criminal” act ordered by Donald Trump during his presidency.
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The “Axis of Resistance” is a regional alliance involving Iran and various proxy groups that frequently engage in direct or indirect confrontations with U.S. and Israeli military assets in the Middle East.
Regional Escalation and Strategic Tensions
This development follows a period of heightened hostilities between Iran and the United States, alongside tensions involving Israel. According to reports, the conflict entered a more intense phase on February 28. While a temporary ceasefire provided a brief respite, hostilities resumed following disputes over maritime control in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global energy supplies.
The Islamic Resistance in Iraq has framed this bounty as a “curse” intended to impact U.S. leadership. In their statement, the group warned that “the tyrants will never feel peace,” and vowed that the blood of their commanders would continue to haunt the “throne” of those involved in the 2020 operation.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who is the Islamic Resistance in Iraq? They are a coalition of various Iraqi militia factions that operate as part of the regional “Axis of Resistance” and frequently oppose U.S. military presence in the Middle East.
- Why did they issue this bounty? The group cites the 2020 U.S. drone strike that killed Qasem Soleimani and Abu Mahdi al-Muhandis as the reason for their call for retaliation against Donald Trump.
- What is the status of the conflict mentioned? The region has seen a recurring cycle of violence that intensified in late February, particularly regarding control of the Strait of Hormuz.
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