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US begins airstrikes against Islamic State in Tikrit, supports Shiite militias

Bill Roggio | March 25, 2015

The US has reversed its decision to avoid assisting Iranian-backed Shiite militias and is now providing direct air support in the battle for Tikrit. Many militia leaders and one militia fighting in Tikrit are on the US terrorism list.

In pictures: Shiite militias operating near Tikrit

Caleb Weiss | March 10, 2015

Several Shiite militias, which are supported by the Iranian Qods Force, and the Iraqi Security Forces have taken over several surrounding towns of Tikrit. These militias have published several photos and videos from these towns in recent days.

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