Iraqi Forces on High Alert as Militant Deadline Expires

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Iraqi security forces have been placed on high alert and tanks have been seen on the streets following the expiration of a deadline set for militias, The National newspaper has reported. These developments highlight rising security concerns in Iraq as the announced ultimatum comes to an end. According to The National, the presence of armoured vehicles and the heightened readiness of Iraqi forces occurred immediately after the deadline lapsed. However, the published reports do not provide further details regarding the names of the militias, the exact terms of the ultimatum, or the specific locations where the tanks were deployed. The report comes as the conclusion of the specified deadline could impact the level of tension between government forces and armed groups. In its headline, The National emphasised that the deployment of tanks in the streets and the high alert of Iraqi forces served as a security response to the end of this deadline.