Iyar 6, 5778, 4/21/2018
 Iraqi army celebrates first major victory against ISISIraqi government forces retake Ramadi, in first major victory over ISIS without help of Shia militias. Mosul next? ISIS abandons last stronghold in RamadiIraqi forces score biggest victory against ISIS as the group abandons key city of Ramadi.ISIS snipers holding off Iraqi forces in key cityDramatic final battle at Ramadi compound rages on, as jihadists use snipers, car bombs, and trapped civilians in last gasp effort. Iraqi forces in final push to retake key ISIS cityAnbar province capital Ramadi was captured by ISIS in May, but now Iraqi special forces are down to governmental compound gunfight showdown.Iraqi forces poised to retake key city from ISISIraqi government forces advance into central Ramadi, predict victory in a matter of days. Iraqi forces retake large part of Ramadi city from ISISAfter months of intense fighting, officials say large area of southwestern Ramadi retaken by pro-government forces. ISIS's Latest Weapon: Damming the EuphratesISIS closes off all gates of Ramadi dam, threatening humanitarian crisis against pro-regime forces and all others left in region. Anatomy of the Suicide Car BombISIS is changing very face of warfare with unprecedented weapon - hulking armored vehicles packed with airstrike level explosives. Iraq Cutting Off ISIS Ahead of Offensive to Retake RamadiIraqi forces try to tighten noose on capital of largest province which fell to ISIS, full scale assault within days. Iraq Blocking Citizens Fleeing ISISAid group says Iraq is forcing people from Anbar province, where Ramadi recently fell to ISIS, to return to the battle zones. How Iran's Militias Are Better Than Iraq's ArmySoldiers reveal 'will to fight' isn't Iraqi army's only problems, as lack of supplies and leadership highlight benefits of Shi'ite forces. Is Iraq Worth Saving?The Iraqis are unreliable friends of America and reliable enemies of Israel. Joe Biden Tries to Smooth Iraq Ties After Pentagon OutburstVice President attempts to smooth tensions with Baghdad after US Sec of Defense suggests the Iraqis have lost 'will to fight' ISIS. Iraq Condemns US Defense Secretary Carter's CriticismAfter US defense chief says Iraq lacks will to defeat ISIS, Iraqi leaders and generals note surprise, say he was 'fed wrong information.' Top Iranian General Says US Let ISIS Capture RamadiIRGC elite head leading Iran's influence in Iraq says US didn't do a 'damned thing' to stop ISIS in key city, labels it a 'plot accomplice.' Iraqi Deputy PM Berates 'Shameful' Retreat from ISISSunni politician condemns army fleeing from ISIS as it conquered Ramadi, says US airstrikes are 'not enough.'ISIS Attacks Iraq Forces East of Ramadi, Say OfficialsIslamic State group seized positions Thursday as it tried to keep its momentum after capturing the city. Obama: 'I Don't Think We're Losing' War Against ISISUS President describes the loss of key Iraqi territory at Ramadi to Islamic State as a tactical setback.Pentagon: Situation in Ramadi Remains 'Contested'Pentagon says situation in Ramadi remains "fluid and contested" after ISIS claims it captured the city.ISIS Completes Capture of Iraq's RamadiISIS seals its capture of Ramadi after a dramatic pullout by Iraqi forces.ISIS Seizes Iraqi City of RamadiISIS fighters seize the government compound in the city of Ramadi, capital of Anbar province. UN: 114,000 Flee Iraq's Ramadi Area Due to ISIS AdvancesWar with ISIS escalates refugee problem, with 2.7 million people displaced from Iraq in 2014. Australian ISIS Suicide Bomber Blogged his Path to JihadTeen convert to Islam who blew himself up explained how he rapidly radicalized, had 'Plan B' to attack in Australia if stopped from flying. Does The New York Times (and Haaretz) Have A Right To Exist?Are there 50 righteous people on the staff of the New York Times? How about 10? |
