Salehyan “Militias and the Iraqi State”

• What era of Iraq does Salehyan focus on?

  post saddam Hussein
• Role of militias in iraq?

  Influential actors in Iraqi politics, security, and society, often operating independently of the state
• militia fragmentation caused by?

  ideology, ethnicity, religion, and political affiliation
• what has militia fragmentation led to?

  instability, violence, and political deadlock within the country
• militias relationship with the Iraqi state?

  militias have sought to exert influence over state institutions, resources, and policies, sometimes challenging the authority and legitimacy of the central government
• impact on security and governance?

  Salehyan assesses the impact of militias on security, governance, and state-building efforts in Iraq.

  militias have contributed to insecurity, sectarian tensions, and institutional weakness, hindering efforts to establish a stable and inclusive political order.
• challenges and implications?

  Consolidation of state authority, the rule of law, and the protection of human rights in Iraq

  Militias influence for democracy, peace building, and conflict resolution efforts in the country
• What was salehyan’s conclusion?

  that addressing the role of militias is essential for promoting stability, reconciliation, and democratic governance in Iraq

  He emphasizes the need for comprehensive strategies to disarm, demobilize, and reintegrate militias into civilian life, while strengthening state institutions and fostering inclusive political processes