News for Iraq Reflecting on the Pope’s visit to IraqPope Francis’ visit to Iraq in March is historic It is the first of its kind, reflecitng his belief in human brotherhood. Op-ed. Death of doctor known as 'healer of the poor' in Iraq means only three Jews leftWith 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 troopsAttack on Al-Balad base did not cause any casualties or damage inside the base. Watch: Pope Francis meets Iraq's Shia leaderPope Francis met with Shia leader Ali al-Sistani, responsible, in part, for driving away ISIS. Watch: Pope visits damaged Iraqi churchesPope Francis currently visiting Christian centers damaged during ISIS onslaught, trying to bring hope, renewal to local communities. Attack on American base in Iraq, casualties reportedPro-Iranian militias in Iraq suspected of shelling US/coalition base, casualties being reported.US soldier wounded in Iraq rocket attackContractor killed and five others wounded in rocket attack targeting an airbase in Iraq's Kurdistan region. Iraqi security forces eliminate senior ISIS commanderThe elimination comes a week after a twin suicide bombing by ISIS jihadists killed at least 32 people and wounded more than 100. Report: Nine dead in air strikes in IraqArab media reports US air strikes targeted Iraqi army and Shiite militias near Baghdad. US official: There were no US strikes in the area.Iraq issues arrest warrant for TrumpWarrant issued as part of investigation into elimination of top Iraqi commander in the same strike in which Soleimani was eliminated. IDF downplays Syria threat, warns of attack from Yemen or IraqIDF Brigadier General says that while Israel has focused on Iranian militants in Syria, an attack from Iraq or Yemen is far more likely. Report: US considering closing Baghdad embassySources say US considering quickly closing its embassy in Baghdad after series of rocket attacks. Rocket barrage targets US Embassy in BaghdadAt least three rockets fired towards Green Zone in Iraqi capital. No reports of injuries. Report: Iran instructing allies not to provoke TrumpOfficials in Iraq say Iran has instructed its allies in Middle East to avoid provoking tensions with the US before Trump leaves office.One child dead in rocket attack on Baghdad's Green ZoneFive rockets strike Iraq’s capital Baghdad, with four of them landing inside Green Zone where US embassy is located.Watch: Defense Secretary announces drawdown in Afghanistan, IraqActing Secretary of Defense Christopher C. Miller officially announces U.S. drawdown in Afghanistan and Iraq Report: Trump to cut US troops in Afghanistan and IraqTrump administration expected to cut number of troops in Afghanistan and Iraq in Trump's final weeks in office. The Mullahs and the defeat of the “Great Satan”The mullahs' relationship with the US is an extreme example of disinformation and political deception. Opinion. 'Israel can't be destroyed; most Iraqis would support peace with Israel''Arab politicians can no longer say that they will destroy Israel and throw it into the sea, because Israel has become so powerful.' Former Iraqi PM: We can't defend ourselves; we need presence of American, foreign forcesFormer Iraqi Prime Minister Ayad Allawi calls Iraqi army 'entirely ineffective'. Trump, Pentagon to announce troop reduction in Iraq, AfghanistanSenior Pentagon official tells Fox News that Trump will announce reduction in troops in Iraq and Afghanistan on Wednesday.Iraq's Jews fled long ago, heritage struggles onAs Jewish population of Iraq and Iraqi-Kurdistan dwindles, some look to preserve Iraq's Jewish heritage. 'Israel will liberate Tehran before Iran liberates Jerusalem'Iraqi journalist says Iran, Saudi Arabia, Turkey all consider parts of Iraq to be their lebensraum.Rocket hits Baghdad's Green Zone in broad daylightRare daytime rocket hits Baghdad's Green Zone as Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif visits Iraq. Iraqi security forces raid Iranian-backed militia's headquartersIraqi security forces raid headquarters belonging to the Iran-backed Kataib Hezbollah, seize rockets and detain commanders. Jewish heritage sites in Syria and Iraq have been destroyed, report saysNearly half the Jewish sites in Syria have been ruined. The fate of most Iraqi sites is unknown. Report: 4 Jewish sites in Iraq require "urgent" action for preservationJewish Cultural Heritage Initiative releases report on 368 Jewish heritage sites in Iraq and Syria, viability of preservation efforts. June 1, 1941: The Farhoud Pogrom rememberedVirtually all Jews living in Arab lands for centuries were forced out after Israel’s establishment, but Iraq's pogrom is pre-state. Op-ed. Report: ISIS leader arrested in IraqAbdul Nasser Qardash, one of the leaders of the Islamic State group, reportedly arrested by Iraqi security forces. Three rockets hit near US Embassy in IraqAt least three rockets strike Baghdad’s fortified Green Zone which houses the US Embassy.Three US soldiers wounded in Iraq rocket attackThree American troops and several Iraqi forces wounded in rocket attack targeting the Taji base north of Baghdad.US hits Iran-backed militia in IraqUS strikes five weapons storage facilities belonging to Iranian-backed militia in retaliation for rocket attack on a base north of Baghdad.US and British soldier killed in Iraq rocket attackThree killed in rocket attack on Iraqi military base. Hours later, retaliatory strikes target pro-Iranian militia in neighboring Syria. Iraq halts travel to Iran amid coronavirus outbreakIraqi authorities issue restrictions on travel to Iran after several cases of coronavirus are detected in that country. Rockets hit near US embassy in BaghdadMultiple rockets hit near US embassy in Iraqi capital. No reports of injuries. 109 US troops suffer brain injuries from Iran attack on Iraqi baseUS officials say military is preparing to report a jump in cases of traumatic brain injury from Iran missile attack on base in Iraq. 'We may target US economic interests outside Iraq'Says militia has missile capability to impose war of attrition against US forcing it to leave Iraq, when the 'coffins start coming back'. Three rockets hit US embassy in BaghdadThree rockets directly hit US embassy in Iraq's capital, wounding one, according to security source. ANALYSIS: Is the US losing Iraq after Soleimani's assassination?After elimination of top Iranian military leaders in Baghdad, Iraq increasingly aligning itself with Iran - and against American interests.34 US troops diagnosed with brain injury following Iran attackPentagon reveals that 34 service members have been diagnosed with traumatic brain injury following missile strikes on base in Iraq. Report: Hezbollah base attacked in IraqArab media report an unidentified aircraft attacked a military base of Hezbollah-affiliated militia in al-Qa'im, Iraq.Additional US troops flown out of Iraq following Iranian attackAdditional US troops to be evaluated for potential concussion injuries from January 8 Iranian missile attack on Iraqi bases.Report: Rockets hit near US embassy in BaghdadSecurity sources say three rockets hit high-security Green Zone in Iraqi capital. 2 dead, dozens wounded as anti-government protests resume in IraqPolice officers killed, dozens of protesters wounded in Iraq as anti-government demonstrations flare up again.11 US soldiers were injured in Iranian missile attack11 US soldiers suffered brain injuries in last week’s Iranian missile strike on two Iraqi bases, army says. As Iraqi cleric calls for mass protests against US some Iraqis refuse out of fear of Iran'If US troops are expelled now, we as protesters will be the biggest losers, as Iranian-backed militias will kill all of us in days.'Four wounded in rocket attack on Iraqi air baseFour members of Iraq’s military wounded in rocket attack targeting Baghdad air base where American trainers are present. Report: Israeli intelligence helped kill SoleimaniCIA confirmed location of top Iranian general with aid of Israeli intelligence before airstrike in Iraq. The Persian Puzzle: Iran, Iraq, and the United StatesWhat a trove of leaked Iranian cables tells us about Iran’s influence in Iraq. Report: 8 dead in Israeli airstrikes on Iraq-Syria borderObserver group claims eight pro-Iranian fighters killed in Israeli bombings in Syria near Iraqi border. Death toll expected to rise. Report: Israel attacked weapons truck on Iraq-Syria borderHezbollah-affiliated Lebanese network reports Israeli planes attacked weapons truck near Al Bukamal, on Iraq-Syria border. The intel that helped US absorb Iran's attackNYT says US intel exposed Tehran revenge plan for Soleimani killing, military evacuated troops to safety and missiles only hit empty hangars 'Iranian attack was intended to kill US personnel'Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff says Iran intended to kill US personnel as well as cause major damage in missile attack in Iraq.Rockets land in Baghdad's 'Green Zone'Two rockets land in high-security enclave in Baghdad which houses the US Embassy. No casualties. FAA orders US airlines to avoid flying over Iran and its neighborsFederal Aviation Administration orders US airlines to avoid flying over Iran and its neighbors, additional airlines follow suit. US Amb. Friedman: No reports of US casualties following Iranian strike'Initial assessments are positive, our military is the strongest in the world,' Amb. David Friedman says. Iran launches ballistic missiles at US forces in IraqPentagon: Iran launched more than a dozen ballistic missiles against US forces in Iraq. Iran says it is revenge for Soleimani's death. |
