Iraq

Egypt Islamic Body Condemns ISIS Destruction of Artifacts

Dar al-Ifta says Islamic State's destruction of Iraq's ancient heritage shows their ignorance of the Muslim faith.

Kurds Blocking Return of Arabs to Disputed Iraq Areas

Human Rights Watch issued a report Thursday warning Kurdish fighters against 'collective punishment' as displaced Arabs try to return home.

Report: Top ISIS Commanders Killed in Air Strike

A report said that a coalition airstrike against ISIS targets in areas they control has killed a “large number” of the its top commanders.

Anti-ISIS Mission Puts Hardened French Pilot on New Flight Path

Veteran French pilot says burning to death of Jordanian pilot has only made his resolve to defeat ISIS stronger.

1,000 Assyrian Christian Families Flee Syria Jihadists

After ISIS kidnaps 90 Christians hostage in northeast Syria, thousands flee their homes fearing further attacks.

WHO Seeks $1 Billion More for Four Conflict-Hit Countries

Syria, Iraq, Central African Republic and South Sudan all in dire need of emergency aid, World Health Organization says.

Iraq Irate at US for Giving Date of Mosul Campaign

Iraqi defense minister up in arms after US Central Command gives April-May timeframe for major op. against ISIS stronghold.

A Divided New Zealand Joins Fight Against ISIS

Poll gives a small edge to those backing government decision to train Iraqi troops, as 'price of the club' of being in intelligence network.

New ISIS Video Shows Kurdish Fighters Paraded in Cages

Latest Islamic State video shows 21 captives paraded through streets of Iraqi town, implies grim fate awaits them.

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.

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.

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.

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?

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.

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.

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.

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.

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'.

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.

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".

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.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

'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.

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.

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'.

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.

Kurdish Forces Launch Push Against ISIS in North Iraq

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

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.

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.

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.

Iraq Donates $28 Million to the PA

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

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.

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.

ISIS Executes 'Extremist' Members Plotting Rebellion

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

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?

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.'

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.

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 Continues to Execute 'Criminals' in Iraq and Syria

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

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?

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.

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.

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.

ISIS Blocks Mobile Phones in Mosul

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

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.

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.

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.

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.