Paramilitary / Militia part of Middle East Iraq

Popular Mobilization Units

Also known as Al-Hashd Al-Shaabi, Hashd al-Shaabi, PMF, PMU, Popular Mobilization Forces

The Popular Mobilization Units (PMU) are an Iraqi state-incorporated paramilitary umbrella organization aligned with the Iraqi government. Known for their Iran-backed composition, role in fighting ISIS, and deep ties to the IRGC's regional proxy network. Recently, PMU positions across Iraq have been repeatedly struck by U.S. forces, with multiple senior commanders killed. Last updated 4 days ago

Units & sub-organizations

Badr Unit Paramilitary / Militia Thar Allah Corps Paramilitary / Militia Abu Mahdi al-Muhandis Paramilitary / Faction Leader Ali Husayn al-Ulaywi Military Commander Ansar al-Hussein Corps Paramilitary / Militia Hassan Abd al-Rida Murad Military Commander Imam Hussein Division Paramilitary / Militia Kata'ib Sayyid ul-Shuhada Paramilitary / Militia Mohammad Baqer Saad Dawood al-Saadi Military Commander Vanguard Paramilitary / Militia

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BIG IRAN BACKED MILITIAS IN IRAQ LOSSES 🔴

Haider Al Maamouri, security director of Iraq’s Popular Mobilization Forces in Anbar, has been eliminated.

Saad Dawai Al Baiji and 4 senior PMF figures were eliminated in a U.S. strike on their headquarters near Habbaniyah Airbase in Anbar Province. 17 casualties in total, many high ranking.