Israel operated covert outposts in Iraq during Iran confrontation (defence24.com)

• Israel maintained at least two covert outposts in western Iraq.
• A shepherd who discovered a site was killed.
• The activity undermines Iraqi sovereignty and empowers pro-Iranian narratives.

"Israel ran at least two covert outposts in Iraq's western desert, prepared since late 2024, according to the New York Times. A shepherd who discovered one site was killed. The activity undermines Iraqi sovereignty and fuels anti-American narratives."