Iraq transforms from a sovereign state into a mere backyard for settling regional scores.

In a wildly complex geopolitical landscape, a report by Tajdeed News reveals how Mesopotamia has become the primary clash zone in the shadow war between the US and Iran. This is no longer just a skirmish; it's a high-stakes game of tug-of-war.

To relieve the immense pressure it faces, Tehran has adopted an "expanding arenas" strategy. The result is evident: US bases in Baghdad and Erbil, and even oil infrastructure, have become daily targets. In return, Washington is executing surgical assassinations to

sever coordination lines. Ultimately, Iraq finds itself paying the price for a war it never started.