Iran Ready To Help Iraq Fight al-Qaeda: Iranian Cmdr. -- Press TV (Iran)
Deputy Chief of Staff of Iran's Armed Forces Brigadier General Mohammad Hejazi says if necessary, the Islamic Republic is prepared to give military equipment to Iraq to fight al-Qaeda.
Asked about some Iraqi media reports that Baghdad is seeking help from Iran and the US to assist its operations against al-Qaeda, Hejazi said on Sunday that no official request has been made on Iran in this regard.
“Nothing has been discussed about a joint operation against Takfiri terrorists, but if Iraqis need equipment and consultation, we will help them,” the Iranian commander added.
Certain Iraqi media had earlier claimed that the United States and Iran are both contributing troops to fight al-Qaeda in Iraq.
The Iraqi cities of Fallujah and Ramadi have been the scene of deadly clashes between security forces and al-Qaeda-affiliated militants over the past days.
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Update #1: Senior Iranian military official says Iran is ready to help Iraq fight al-Qaida 'terrorists' -- FOX News/AP
Update #2: Iran ready to help Iraq battle Al-Qaeda: Military chief -- Economic Times/AFP
My Comment: If Iran becomes directly involved in Iraq .... a bloody civil war that will match what is now happening in Syria will be the end result.
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