Leader of the Shiite National Current Announces the Integration of "Saraya al-Salam" into Official State Military Institutions

The leader of the Shiite National Current, Muqtada al-Sadr, announced on Wednesday (May 27, 2026) the complete disengagement of "Saraya al-Salam" from the Current, fully integrating it into state institutions under the command of the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces. In an official statement, he clarified that this step prioritizes the national public interest and aims to avert potential risks facing the country. He emphasized that the decision is part of a strategic vision designed to strengthen state authority and restrict military operations solely to official institutions. The statement added that affiliated civilian entities will be restructured and merged into the "Bunyan Marsous" foundation, operating in a purely civilian capacity without armed manifestations or organizational titles. Al-Sadr concluded by thanking the members for their past efforts, wishing success to those who adhere to national and institutional directives.