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Iraqi lawmakers approved a new government on Thursday led by Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi, who vowed to ensure a state monopoly on weapons amid growing US pressure to dismantle Tehran-backed groups.

Iraq’s prime minister is chosen by Shi’ite political parties to reflect the fact that Shi’ites are the largest group in Iraq, while the Kurds receive the presidency.

Iraq has always been well-aware of Washington’s strategy and has been keen to play along. Despite promises to stop importing Iranian gas, the Iraqi government has continued to receive financial ...