Iraqi Health Ministry denies cutting medical services for Popular Mobilization Forces

BAGHDAD, Iraq — Iraq's Ministry of Health denied claims that medical support for members of the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) had been suspended, calling the allegations unfounded. In a statement, the ministry said no changes had been made to procedures governing PMF members' access to health services. The ministry said the claims were baseless and amounted to misinformation aimed at misleading the public. It added that medical care and health services for the PMF continue as usual. The statement also noted that health facilities provide services to all accredited institutions and personnel within the framework of existing regulations. No further details on the origin of the claims were provided.