Iraq

Iraq Deputy Premier Calls for Prime Minister to Resign

Iraqi officials are trading accusations of dictatorship, assassination plots amid political deadlock and a worsening security situation.

Baghdad Bombings Kill 78

A wave of bombings by Sunni insurgents killed 78 in predominantly Shiite neighborhoods; the second such attack following the US pullout.

Americans Out Iraq in Tailspin

Al-Maliki Copes with Demands for Autonomy, New Elections

With the US out, the situation in Iraq has quickly deteriorated, threatening the country's unity.

Baghdad Bombings Carry 'Political Message'

Iraqi officials say the bombings that killed 69 in Baghdad on Thursday are 'political' as the country faces a deepening sectarian crisis.

Ben Ish Hai Torah Coming to Israel

A 400 year Sefer Torah once possessed by the Ben Ish Hai is leaving Iraq for Israel - with covert US military help.

Iraq: 2 Dead, MP Wounded, in Explosion Near Parliament

Iraqi member of parliament wounded and two other people killed in explosion near parliament, as violence escalates.

Baghdad: Suicide Car Bomb Kills 11

Car explodes at main entrance to Hout prison in Taji, about 25 kilometers north of Baghdad.

Iraq Retreat Enters Campaign

Democrats Expect that Iraq Withdrawal Will Be Well Received

The Republicans attacked Obama's withdrawal from Iraq as inept and politically motivated

Iraq: Saudi Culture Supports Terror

Newly released wikileaks documents reveal Iraq's prime minister told Washington most terrorists in his country are Saudi.

WikiLeaks Document Sheds Light on Iraqi Jews

A U.S. diplomatic cable leaked by WikiLeaks sheds light on the fate of Iraq’s Jews.

Iraq: 29 Killed in Suicide Bombing Inside Mosque

At least 29 people were killed and 38 were wounded after a suicide bomber blew himself up inside Baghdad’s largest Sunni mosque.

‘US Withdrawal from Iraq to Help Iran Pulverize Israel’

A total US pullout from Iraq will provide a land bridge for a Shi’ite Muslim Crescent axis to “pulverize” Israel, Hizbullah general says.

Twin Terror Attacks Kill 50 in Iraq

More than 50 people were killed in terrorist attacks in Iraq, where the Obama administration has pulled out most of its troops.

Report: Iraq More Dangerous, Iran Suspect

Iraq has grown more dangerous over the past year as Shiite violence soars, U.S. official reveals. Iranian involvement suspected.

US Hands Terrorist to Iraqis

US to Transfer Hizbullah Terrorist Prisoner to Iraqi Hands

US troops are preparing to transfer a Hizbullah terrorist prisoner to Iraqi authorities in Baghdad. But they're worried.

Saddam's Half-Brothers to be Executed

Five Saddam-era officials, including two of the late dictator's half-brothers, are slated for execution after being handed over to Iraqi officials

Panetta Accuses Iran of Killing American Soldiers; What Next?

Defense Secretary Leon Panetta was outspoken about Iranian military involvement in Iraq. But what effect will his warnings have?

US To Confront Iranian Arms In Iraq

US Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta says the US will 'take unilateral action' to deal with Iran's moves to arm terrorist insurgents in Iraq.

Obama's Iraq Withdrawal Flip-Flop

US President Barack Obama has offered to leave as many as 10,000 troops in Iraq past his pledged Dec. 31, 2011.

Iran Accuses US of Using Terror in Mideast

Iran accused the United States of using terrorism to sow instability in the Mideast after its oil delegation was attacked by terrorists in Baghdad.

70 Years After Iraqi Kristallnacht

Yesterday marked not only reunited Jerusalem’s 44th anniversary, but also the 70th anniversary of Kristallnacht – the one that happened in Iraq.

Gulf Tensions Continue to Fester in Bahrain

Bahrain remains the focal point of Gulf Shiite-Sunni tensions; suspends joint business councils with Iran, Iraq, and Lebanon over "interference."

Britain Ends Mission in Iraq

Britain pulls final troops out of Iraq. “It's over,” spokesman says.

Shi’ite Muslim Uprisings Light Up a Fuse in Iraq

Bahrain’s Shi’ite Muslim unrest sparks violence in Iraq, which Obama has been hoping will calm down as US tries to leave. Al-Qaeda strikes a

Israelis Visit Iraq; Terror Bureau Warns Them Not To

Counter-Terror Bureau reminds Israelis that visiting Iraq is a criminal offense.

Iraqi Jewish Collection Looks for Permanent Home

Controversy arises over Jewish collection found by US troops in Iraq.

MK Ben-Ari Takes Anti-US Offensive on WikiLeaks

MK Michael Ben-Ari says the US must not have a “double standard” and must investigate its own WikiLeaks-exposed war crimes in Iraq.

Partial US Withdrawal from Iraq as Al-Qaeda Strengthens

Obama says the US is pulling out of Iraq—but 50,000 “anti-terror” troops will remain as suicide bombings escalate and Al-Qaeda’s presence grows.

Oil Resumes After PKK Attack Halted Flow to Turkey

Oil resumed moving through the Kirkuk--Ceyhan pipeline after a Kurdish rebel attack over the weekend temporarily halted the flow.

US-Backed Iraqi Forces Kill Two Top Al-Qaeda Leaders

US-backed Iraqi forces killed two senior terrorists Al Qaeda in Iraq. The US called it a “potentially devastating blow” to the terrorist group.

Israel Reportedly Training Kurdish Forces

Recent reports indicate that Israeli agents are working in Iraqi Kurdistan to train Kurdish commandos in guerrilla war and counter-terrorism.

Iraq: Sue Israel for Billions for 1981 Bombing of Nuclear Site

Iraq plans to use UN channels to seek billions of dollars in damages from Israel for the 1981 surprise strike on its nuclear facility at Osirak.

Reports: Iraq De-Judaizing Ezekiel's Tomb

Early reports that Iraq plans to retain the Jewish nature of the Tomb of the Prophet Ezekiel are apparently false. Instead, a mosque is planned.

US to Re-Settle 1,350 ‘PA Refugees’ from Iraq

Right of Return? The US will accept 1,350 Iraqi Arabs who claim ancestry in Israel. The move may irk Israel, which refused to comment.

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