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Meeting in Saudi Arabia Anti-ISIS Allies Seek Strong Iraqi Army

26 nations meet in Riyadh to discuss strategy to uproot ISIS from Iraq; Syria crisis 'on back burner' says source.

Meeting in Saudi Arabia Anti-ISIS Allies Seek Strong Iraqi Army

Iran, Iraq Selling Oil at Lowest Prices in a Decade

As oil prices in Israel begin to creep up again, Iran and Iraq are outdoing each other in offering low prices to Asia.

Iran, Iraq Selling Oil at Lowest Prices in a Decade

Watch: Supporting Israel - in the Middle of Baghdad

How's that for hasbara? Anonymous activist posts video declaring his support for Israel and the IDF - in the middle of Iraq's capital city.

Watch: Supporting Israel - in the Middle of Baghdad

Meet the 'Foreign Legion' of the Anti-ISIS Christian Militia

Who are the US and British military men fighting in the ranks of Dwekh Nawsha in Iraq - and why are they there?

Meet the 'Foreign Legion' of the Anti-ISIS Christian Militia

Iraq: Video Shows Tomb of Ezra The Scribe Turned into a Mosque

Squeezed by ISIS and Iranian-backed Shia militias, Iraq's ancient Jewish heritage is slowly being destroyed and Islamized.

Iraq: Video Shows Tomb of Ezra The Scribe Turned into a Mosque

ISIS Burns 45 Iraqis Alive in Latest Horrific Execution

Police chief says ISIS used brutal execution tactic after capturing town near strategic army base, which it promptly assaulted.

ISIS Burns 45 Iraqis Alive in Latest Horrific Execution

Hezbollah Reveals It's Also Fighting in Iraq

Terror leader Nasrallah notes on a 'limited presence' in Iraq, where the group is apparently fighting ISIS.

Hezbollah Reveals It's Also Fighting in Iraq

Under media blackout

Iraqi Terrorists Destroy Synagogue, Take Over Ezra's Tomb

Systemic destruction of Jewish holy sites in Iraq continues; embargo imposed on local media.

Iraqi Terrorists Destroy Synagogue, Take Over Ezra's Tomb

Iran Revolutionary Guards Chief Says ISIS 'Nearing its End'

Gen. Qassem Suleimani, who has spearheaded Iran's intervention in Syrian and Iraqi civil wars, says Israel and the West 'weaker than ever'.

Iran Revolutionary Guards Chief Says ISIS 'Nearing its End'

More Israeli Aid Set to Reach Christian, Yazidi Refugees of ISIS

IsraAID has already helped some 1,000 families forced from their homes by the Islamic State - but much more is still needed.

More Israeli Aid Set to Reach Christian, Yazidi Refugees of ISIS

Iraqi Troops to Launch Ground Assault on ISIS 'Within Weeks'

American envoy John Allen tells Jordanian news agency that Iraq will begin a ground offensive against ISIS "in the weeks ahead".

Iraqi Troops to Launch Ground Assault on ISIS 'Within Weeks'

New ISIS Trend: Yazidi Mass Graves

After mass rape and torture, ISIS steps up atrocities against Yazidi minorities in Iraq again, committing two mass executions in one week.

New ISIS Trend: Yazidi Mass Graves

Iraq PM Orders End to Years-Old Baghdad Curfew

Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi orders end to years-old nightly curfew in Baghdad as forces begin to gain ground against ISIS.

Iraq PM Orders End to Years-Old Baghdad Curfew

ISIS Defeats in North Iraq Reveal Evidence of Atrocities

As Kurdish forces advance, the full extent of the massacres committed by the Islamic State begin to emerge.

ISIS Defeats in North Iraq Reveal Evidence of Atrocities

ISIS Reportedly Holds Nazi-esque Mass Book Burning

UNESCO warns reports of mass burning in Iraq may be one of 'most devastating' acts of 'cultural cleansing' in history, rivaling Hitler.

ISIS Reportedly Holds Nazi-esque Mass Book Burning

Mass Grave of Yazidi ISIS Victims Discovered in Iraq

Remains of men, women and children found in mass grave in northwestern Iraq; some shot, others 'slaughtered' by Islamists.

Mass Grave of Yazidi ISIS Victims Discovered in Iraq

UN: Violence in Iraq Killed 1,375 in January

1,375 Iraqis were killed January in the ongoing battle against Islamic State terrorists, the UN Assistance Mission for Iraq reported.

UN: Violence in Iraq Killed 1,375 in January

Defeating 'Ugly' ISIS With Shoes

Zippers, shoelaces and trash - these are the weapons of a Baghdad artist and professor, whose personal battle is to embarrass the jihadists.

Defeating 'Ugly' ISIS With Shoes

Surviving ISIS Only to be Massacred by Iran-backed Shi'ites?

Testimony surfaces as Iraq to probe whether its army stood by while Shi'ite militias gunned down Sunni villagers who had escaped ISIS.

Surviving ISIS Only to be Massacred by Iran-backed Shi'ites?

Iraq PM Orders Probe into Diyala Massacre Allegations

Iraqi PM Haider al-Abadi orders investigation into claims Shiite soldiers massacred Sunni residents in Diyala after defeating ISIS.

Iraq PM Orders Probe into Diyala Massacre Allegations

Iraqi Forces 'Liberate' Diyala Province from ISIS

Setback for Islamic State terror group in Iraq comes on same day as Kurds drive ISIS from key town of Kobane in northern Syria.

Iraqi Forces 'Liberate' Diyala Province from ISIS

In Iraq, Angelina Jolie Says World Failing to Address Crisis

Jolie, actress and envoy to UN refugee agency, 'shocked' by Syrian and Iraqi refugee camp conditions, says situation worsening.

In Iraq, Angelina Jolie Says World Failing to Address Crisis

US: Coalition Air Raids Back Up Kurdish Advance Against ISIS

International coalition against ISIS carries out dozens of airstrikes in 72-hour period, aid Kurdish forces to retake parts of Iraq.

US: Coalition Air Raids Back Up Kurdish Advance Against ISIS

Will Iraq Retake Mosul from ISIS by Summer?

US Central Command General reveals offensive to retake starting point of ISIS's rise to power looms, US forces may take part.

Will Iraq Retake Mosul from ISIS by Summer?

'We Need More Weapons to Fight ISIS', Says Iraqi PM

Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi calls on the international community to provide more weapons to help his country against ISIS.

'We Need More Weapons to Fight ISIS', Says Iraqi PM

Coalition Aircraft Pound ISIS in Northern Iraq

US-led forces have unleashed a massive bombardment on ISIS positions, as Kurdish forces take key road from the jihadists.

Coalition Aircraft Pound ISIS in Northern Iraq

Clock Ticking for Japanese ISIS Hostages as Deadline Looms

Official says ISIS misunderstood Japan's foreign policy, which is purely humanitarian; 'We don't want to fight the Islamic world'.

Clock Ticking for Japanese ISIS Hostages as Deadline Looms

In Iraq, ISIS Leaves Behind Hidden Explosives

As Iraqi Kurdish forces regain ground and civilians return home, they face the treat of explosives left behind by Islamic State terrorists.

In Iraq, ISIS Leaves Behind Hidden Explosives

Kurdish Forces Launch Push Against ISIS in North Iraq

Kurds regaining ground in Iraq with the help of US-backed international coalition, officials say.

Kurdish Forces Launch Push Against ISIS in North Iraq

Canadian Forces Clash with ISIS in Iraq

Canadian special forces exchange gunfire with ISIS fighters in Iraq, the first confirmed ground battle between Western troops and ISIS.

Canadian Forces Clash with ISIS in Iraq

UK, US to Host Talks on Islamic State in London Thursday

Twenty foreign ministers will attend talks on progress against ISIS in the Middle East.

UK, US to Host Talks on Islamic State in London Thursday

ISIS Frees 'Hundreds' of Yazidi Captives

Jihadists release between 200-350 elderly, infant and disabled hostages; countless more remain captive, many sold as sex slaves.

ISIS Frees 'Hundreds' of Yazidi Captives

Iraq Donates $28 Million to the PA

Iraq donates $28 million to the Arab League as part of its contribution to support the PA.

Iraq Donates $28 Million to the PA

Abbas's Fatah Fondly Reminisces Saddam Hussein Alliance

Fatah posts nostalgic picture of terrorist Arafat shaking hands with Iraqi dictator who was executed for war crimes against his own people.

Abbas's Fatah Fondly Reminisces Saddam Hussein Alliance

ISIS Hostage John Cantlie in New Propaganda Video from Mosul

In latest slick 'report', ISIS's British hostage drives police car, attempts to portray 'life as usual' in captured Iraqi city of Mosul.

ISIS Hostage John Cantlie in New Propaganda Video from Mosul

Senior Iranian Military Officer Killed in Iraq

Revolutionary Guards Corp officer Brigadier General Hamid Taghavi had been serving as a 'military adviser'; ISIS claims responsibility.

Senior Iranian Military Officer Killed in Iraq

ISIS Executes 'Extremist' Members Plotting Rebellion

Not extreme enough? Islamic State terror group uncovers cell planning attacks against it for not being Islamic enough.

ISIS Executes 'Extremist' Members Plotting Rebellion

Iraq Debuts Reality Show . . . On ISIS Attacks

Reality show forces ISIS terrorists to meet their victims' families. Could the pop culture idea deter future terrorists?

Iraq Debuts Reality Show . . . On ISIS Attacks

Report: US Ground Forces Deployed Against ISIS for First Time

US soldiers back embattled Iraqi forces in Anbar Province; retreating ISIS denounces Kurds as 'dogs of Israel.'

Report: US Ground Forces Deployed Against ISIS for First Time

Kurds Score Biggest Victory Yet Against ISIS in Iraq

Kurdish forces break siege of Mount Sinjar, where thousands of Yazidis have been trapped; airstrikes kill senior ISIS leaders.

Kurds Score Biggest Victory Yet Against ISIS in Iraq

ISIS Establishing Itself as Political Entity in Every Way

By taking municipal and governmental services under its control, Islamic State is able to effectively provide the public with all its needs.

ISIS Establishing Itself as Political Entity in Every Way

ISIS Continues to Execute 'Criminals' in Iraq and Syria

ISIS recently executed two Syrian men convicted of collaborating with the Assad regime.

ISIS Continues to Execute 'Criminals' in Iraq and Syria

UN Attempt to Save Jewish Sites from ISIS - Too Little Too Late?

Urgent conference held to preserve ancient sites in Iraq and Syria - but how serious is UNESCO about protecting Jewish heritage sites?

UN Attempt to Save Jewish Sites from ISIS - Too Little Too Late?

Iran 'Carried Out Airstrikes in Iraq' Against ISIS

Senior US officials confirm earlier reports of direct Iranian intervention; Kerry continued to deny US-Iranian cooperation.

Iran 'Carried Out Airstrikes in Iraq' Against ISIS

Pentagon: Iran Attacked ISIS - but Didn't Coordinate with Us

Pentagon confirms that Iranian fighter jets bombed ISIS jihadists, clarifies strikes were not coordinated with the United States.

Pentagon: Iran Attacked ISIS - but Didn't Coordinate with Us

US Confirms Iran Fighting ISIS in Iraq

A US official has confirmed that Iran is taking part in attacks against the ISIS terror group, amid speculation of military cooperation.

US Confirms Iran Fighting ISIS in Iraq

ISIS Blocks Mobile Phones in Mosul

ISIS terrorists block mobile phone networks in Mosul, accuse informants of tipping off coalition forces to their whereabouts.

ISIS Blocks Mobile Phones in Mosul

Chilling Video Documents ISIS Child Training Camps

Islamic State terrorist group publishes shocking propaganda video showing how it is raising the 'next generation' of killers.

Chilling Video Documents ISIS Child Training Camps

Raw Footage: Kurds Take Out ISIS Position in Iraq

Footage shows how Kurds employing guerrilla tactics against ISIS as battle for Sinjar - where Yazidis still threatened - rages on.

Raw Footage: Kurds Take Out ISIS Position in Iraq

Israel Shouldn't Ignore the 'Shia Al Qaeda' on its Doorstep

While world attention focuses on ISIS in Syria and Iraq, Middle East expert warns of looming threat from Iranian-backed Shia militias.

Israel Shouldn't Ignore the 'Shia Al Qaeda' on its Doorstep

U.S. Can't Confirm that ISIS Leader Was Wounded

The United States says it has no information to indicate that the commander of ISIS was wounded near Mosul.

U.S. Can't Confirm that ISIS Leader Was Wounded

'Never Again': Jewish Leaders Cry Out for Endangered Yezidis

Major religious-Zionist rabbi, influential US Jewish leader say Jews must take a stand for Yazidis facing genocide at the hands of ISIS.

'Never Again': Jewish Leaders Cry Out for Endangered Yezidis

ISIS Leader May or May Not Have Been Killed in Airstrike

American airstrike destroys ISIS convoy in Iraq, U.S. officials uncertain whether leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi was killed.

ISIS Leader May or May Not Have Been Killed in Airstrike

Jihadists Using Cruise Ships to Reach Syria, Warns Interpol

Interpol says jihadists have been travelling on cruise ships to reach Middle East, recommends passenger lists be checked.

Jihadists Using Cruise Ships to Reach Syria, Warns Interpol

Canadian Planes Launch First Airstrikes on ISIS

Canadian warplanes launch airstrikes against ISIS targets in Iraq, for the first time since deploying.

Canadian Planes Launch First Airstrikes on ISIS

Watch: Israeli Aid Reaches Kurdish Refugees in Iraq

Beds, blankets and baby milk reach refugees forced to flee ISIS in Syria and Iraq, courtesy of IsraAID.

Watch: Israeli Aid Reaches Kurdish Refugees in Iraq

You Don't See That Every Day: Lion Stopped at Iraqi Checkpoint

Militiamen fighting ISIS stop vehicle at a checkpoint with an unlikely passenger.

You Don't See That Every Day: Lion Stopped at Iraqi Checkpoint

Report: ISIS Used Chemical Weapons Against Iraqi Forces

Rumored chlorine gas attack in Iraq raises questions - was the group's stronghold in Syria responsible for other attacks?

Report: ISIS Used Chemical Weapons Against Iraqi Forces

US-Led Air Campaign Against ISIS Kills More than 550 Jihadis

Most of those killed belong to ISIS, with Al Qaeda's Nusra Front also taking a hit.

US-Led Air Campaign Against ISIS Kills More than 550 Jihadis

Israeli Aid Agency Delivers Emergency Relief to Kurds in Iraq

IsraAID provides desperately-needed supplies to refugees from ISIS, including baby milk and blankets, as winter misery intensifies.

Israeli Aid Agency Delivers Emergency Relief to Kurds in Iraq