Iraq

Iraq:

Three injured as drone explodes in city of Erbil

Drone explodes in Iraq's northern city of Erbil, injuring three people and damaging several cars.

Iraq:

Missiles fired towards base hosting US troops

At least five missiles hit Ain al-Asad base in western Anbar province.

Foreign Ministry condemns Iraqi anti-normalization law

Law that would impose the death penalty for contact with Israel described as "putting Iraqi people on wrong side of history."

Iraq approves:

Death penalty for normalization with Israel

Iraqi lawmakers pass bill criminalizing normalization of ties and any relations, including business ties, with Israel.

Iraqi bill: Death penalty for normalization with Israel

Iraqi parliament discussing a bill banning normalization of ties with Israel, with the punishment being death penalty or life imprisonment.

Iraq:

Missile attack on oil refinery in Kurdish capital causes fire

Missile attack targets oil refinery in city of Erbil, causing fire in one of its main tanks.

Iran threatens to hit 'Zionist bases' in Iraq

The threat from the IRGC comes days after Iranian missile attack on the city of Erbil in northern Iraq.

Was building attacked in Iraq an Israeli training facility?

Senior US official tells New York Times that building struck by Iranian missiles in Erbil served as an Israeli training facility.

Iraq:

Rockets fired toward US consulate in Erbil

Multiple rockets fired towards city of Erbil in northern Iraq. No injuries reported.

ANALYSIS:

The comeback of the Islamic State group

ISIS has disappeared from the media but it is alive and as murderous as ever, with its eyes on Israel.

Rockets fired at US Embassy in Baghdad

At least four rockets target US Embassy in Baghdad’s Green Zone. Iraqi army says girl and woman injured.

US-led coalition under fire in Iraq and Syria

The US-led coalition has been attacked on a regular basis since the elimination of Iranian commander Qassem Soleimani.

Iraq foils second attempted drone attack against US forces

Second attempt in two days to attack US forces with explosive laden drones comes during second anniversary of Soleimani killing.

Iraq: Protesters trample US and Israeli flags

Hundreds rally in Iraqi capital to mark second anniversary of elimination of Iranian general Qassem Soleimani.

Iraq calls for direct US-Iran negotiations

Iraq's Foreign Minister says the time has come for Iran and the US to negotiate directly on Iran's nuclear ambitions.

Mission Improbable: The Israelis who traveled to Iraq

When emergency repairs were needed to the Tomb of the Prophet Nachum, two Israeli architects braved Islamic State terror to make the trip.

Rockets fired toward US embassy in Baghdad

Two rockets shot down near US embassy in Iraqi capital's Green Zone. Two vehicles damaged.

ISIS attacks Kurdish village in northern Iraq, kills 13

ISIS militants have attacked a Kurdish village in Northern Iraq, killing three villagers and 10 Kurdish soldiers.

Officials: Iran-backed militia behind attack on Iraqi PM's home

Officials say drone attack that targeted the Iraqi Prime Minister was carried out by at least one Iran-backed militia.

Biden condemns assassination attempt on Iraqi PM

US President condemns attack targeting residence of Prime Minister Mustafa al-Kadhimi, offers assistance in investigation.

Iraqi PM survives assassination attempt

Armed drones target Prime Minister Mustafa al-Kadhimi's home in Baghdad's Green Zone. 7 of his guards injured.

German woman convicted in Yazidi girl's death in Iraq

Munich court convicts woman married to ISIS fighter in the aiding and abetting of murder of 5-year-old Yazidi girl.

Peres Center chief praises 'historic' pro-Israel vent in Iraq

'Deep connection between those residing in the Holy Land and those living in Iraq,' Peres Center chief Chemi Peres.

Bennett: Israel reaches out to Iraq in peace

PM responds to conference in Iraqi Kurdistan calling for peace with Israel.

Iraq: Arrest warrants for 2 over call for peace with Israel

Authorities vow to arrest hundreds of participants of conference in Kurdish region which called for Iraq to make peace with Israel.

Iraq condemns conference on peace with Israel

Iraq's federal government condemns Friday's conference in s Kurdistan in which prominent leaders urged Iraq to make peace with Israel.

Prominent Iraqis call for peace with Israel

At conference in Kurdistan, prominent Sunni and Shiite leaders openly call for peace with Israel.

Nation-building in Afghanistan, Iraq was never going to work

America cannot repair every enemy although it did so successfully after WWII. Op-ed.

Watch: Iranian militia airs 'ISIS Made in America' ad

Pro-Iran Iraqi militia's TV channel airs a video presenting U.S. soldier directing an ISIS execution.

Iraq playing peacemaker between Iran, Arab states?

Iraq hosted a regional summit aimed at easing tensions in the Middle East attended by leaders from the Arab world, France, and Iran.

Iran's new President invited to regional summit in Baghdad

Iraq invites Ebrahim Raisi to regional summit. Turkey's President and Saudi Arabia's King have also been invited.

Biden announces U.S. pulling out of Iraq by year's end

Biden announced a complete troop withdrawal with Iranian-backed militias demanding the US depart the country.

Biden calls reporter 'pain in the neck' for going off topic

US President chides NBC reporter Kelly O'Donnell for not sticking to questions about Iraq combat mission drawdown.

US to end Iraq combat mission by end of 2021

President Joe Biden meeting with Iraqi Prime Minister Mustafa al-Kadhimi to sign agreement withdrawing combat troops by end of 2021.

Behind the escalation between the Iranian mullahs and the US

Pres. Biden, who has prioritized ending US involvement in conflict zones, faces a new crisis in Iraq that could cause US casualties. Op-ed..

Report: IRGC commander urged Iraqi militias to attack US targets

A senior Iranian Revolutionary Guard commander urged Iraqi Shiite militias to step up attacks on US targets during a meeting in Baghdad.

At least 39 people killed in fire in coronavirus ward in Iraq

At least 39 people killed in fire in coronavirus ward in hospital in the southern city of Nasiryah.

Pentagon concerned over attacks in Iraq and Syria

Pentagon says it is deeply concerned about attacks on US personnel in Iraq and Syria in recent days.

Rockets fired at US embassy in Baghdad

Two rockets fired at US embassy inside Baghdad's fortified Green Zone.

Explosive-laden drone hits Iraqi airport

Drone aimed at US base attacks Erbil airport in northern Iraq. No injuries or damages reported.

Drone intercepted near US embassy in Baghdad

Drone shot down near US embassy in Baghdad. No injuries reported.

Iraq: Anti-Iranian group eyeing country's premiership

The political movement of Shiite cleric who led an uprising against U.S. forces in Iraq is vying for the country's top appointments.

Blinken: Strikes on pro-Iran targets send a strong message

US Secretary of State says strikes on pro-Iran fighters in Iraq and Syria should deter those fighters from attacking US forces.

Shells fired at US base in eastern Syria

Pro-Iranian militias fire shells at US base in eastern Syria following US air strikes against pro-Iran targets in Syria and Iraq.

US attacks Iran-backed militia in Iraq and Syria

US military carries out air strikes against Iran-backed militia in Iraq and Syria in response to drone attacks against US targets.

Iraqi ISIS leader sentenced to death

Iraqi judiciary issues four death penalties to ISIS local leader for involvement in various terrorist crimes.

Watch: Iraqi militia leader vows to drive out Americans

Iran-backed Iraqi militia leader said the Americans would 'soon find out their presence was not worth the price.'

Iraq: Rockets land near US forces and contractors

At least three rockets hit Balad air base north of Baghdad, where US contractors are based.

Iraqi leader: Shiites killed Americans, Al-Qaeda blew up Iraqis

Militia leader said all American GIs killed in the country by Shiite forces while Sunni terror groups 'blew up local schools and markets.'

Two rockets land near Baghdad International Airport

Rocket attacks have regularly targeted Iraq since the US elimination of top Iranian General Qassem Soleimani.

Five rockets fired at Iraqi airbase hosting US soldiers

Two foreign contractors and three Iraqi soldiers wounded in latest attack on Balad airbase north of Baghdad.

Explosive-laden drone targets U.S. troops in Iraq

Kurdish officials in Iraq announced a drone attack on an airport base housing US troops. No injuries reported.

Reflecting on the Pope’s visit to Iraq

Pope Francis’ visit to Iraq in March is historic It is the first of its kind, reflecitng his belief in human brotherhood. Op-ed.

Last Jewish doctor in Iraq passes away

With the death of 61-year-old Thafer Fuad Elyahou, only three Jews remain in Iraq, and the tragic end of a historic community is in sight

Rockets fired toward Iraqi airbase housing US troops

Attack on Al-Balad base did not cause any casualties or damage inside the base.

Watch: Pope Francis meets Iraq's Shia leader

Pope Francis met with Shia leader Ali al-Sistani, responsible, in part, for driving away ISIS.

Watch: Pope visits damaged Iraqi churches

Pope Francis currently visiting Christian centers damaged during ISIS onslaught, trying to bring hope, renewal to local communities.

Attack on American base in Iraq, casualties reported

Pro-Iranian militias in Iraq suspected of shelling US/coalition base, casualties being reported.

US soldier wounded in Iraq rocket attack

Contractor killed and five others wounded in rocket attack targeting an airbase in Iraq's Kurdistan region.

Iraqi security forces eliminate senior ISIS commander

The elimination comes a week after a twin suicide bombing by ISIS jihadists killed at least 32 people and wounded more than 100.