Popular Mobilization Units Deny Prior Knowledge of Airstrikes, Launch Internal Probe

The Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) command has refuted political claims alleging that its chairman, Falih al-Fayyadh, possessed advance intelligence regarding recent airstrikes on PMF positions without warning field units. The authority stated that forces had been placed on high alert two days prior to the strikes, significantly mitigating casualties. However, it noted that a battalion within the 30th Brigade failed to implement prescribed safety measures, resulting in higher casualties, which prompted an official inquiry to determine accountability. The authority condemned attempts to politicize the incident and affirmed its intent to pursue legal action against entities spreading false allegations.