Iraq denies reports of unknown military sites in Najaf desert

Iraq denies reports of unknown military sites in Najaf desert The Ministry of Defence of Iraq denied reports of unidentified military installations in the desert area of Najaf, saying the region remains fully under the control and monitoring of Iraqi security forces. The statement followed a field inspection carried out on Tuesday to assess the security situation after media reports and online claims alleged the presence of unknown military bases or suspicious movements in the area. According to the Iraqi News Agency, the ministry said all parts of the Najaf desert were secured under approved military and intelligence plans.