Database: Identifiers of Designated Islamic Terrorist Organizations
Saraya Ansar al-Aqeeda
Not yet designated terrorist by a Western country Base of operations: Iraq
Saraya Ansar al-Aqeeda ('Supporters of the Creed Brigades') is an Iraqi Shi'a militia that came to prominence as part of the 'popular mobilization' trend since June 2014 and led by Sheikh Jalal al-Din al-Saghir who is tied to the Islamic Supreme Council of Iraq (ISCI). The group maintains a close working relationship with Saraya Ashura of Ammar al-Hakim, another ISCI figure. Claimed areas of operation have included north Baghdad province and parts of Salah ad-Din province.
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Saraya Ansar al-Aqeeda 'Martyrdom' Graphic |
Saraya Ansar al-Aqeeda Emblem |
Saraya Ansar al-Aqeeda Flag |
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