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World Sep 01

Iraq reopens historic al-Nuri mosque in Mosul 8 years after Islamic State destruction

The reconstruction also included war-damaged churches, preserving the heritage of Mosul's diverse communities.

World Jul 17

Massive fire engulfs shopping mall in Iraq, killing more than 60

Iraqi officials say a fire engulfed a newly opened shopping center in eastern Iraq, killing more than 60 people in eastern Wasit province.

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WATCH: Pentagon addresses Iraqi military operation targeting the Islamic State

The Joint Operations Command said in a statement that the operation was carried out “with technical support and exchange of accurate intelligence information by the international coalition forces.”…

World Sep 27

U.S. troops will leave some bases in Iraq under deal to end mission fighting Islamic State

The U.S. announced an agreement with the Iraqi government Friday to wrap up the military mission in Iraq of an American-led coalition fighting the Islamic State group by next year, with U.S. troops departing some bases that they have long occupied during…

World Jun 23

Iran-backed groups offer thousands of fighters to help Hezbollah against Israel

Thousands of fighters from Iran-backed groups in the Middle East are ready to come to Lebanon to join with the militant Hezbollah group in its battle with Israel if the simmering conflict escalates into a full-blown war, officials with Iran-backed…

World Apr 28

Iraq passes harsh anti-LGBTQ+ law imposing up to 15 years in prison, drawing backlash

Human rights groups and diplomats criticized a law that was quietly passed by the Iraqi parliament over the weekend that would impose heavy prison sentences on gay and transgender people. A U.S. State Department spokesperson said that the law “threatens…

Politics Apr 15

Biden to host Iraq’s prime minister amid soaring tensions in Middle East

President Joe Biden on Monday hosted Iraq’s leader at the White House as his administration worked to prevent an escalation in Mideast hostilities following Iran’s weekend aerial assault on Israel.

World Feb 07

Drone strike in Baghdad kills high-ranking militia leader linked to attacks on American troops, U.S. military says

The precision blast came amid roiling tensions in the region, and will likely further anger Iraqi government leaders, who U.S. officials said were not notified in advance of the strike.

World Jan 25

U.S. and Iraq plan talks soon to end the U.S.-led military mission formed to fight the Islamic State

The announcement comes as U.S. forces in Iraq have been increasingly targeted by Iran-backed militias. But Washington says the time frame for the discussions isn't related to the attacks.

Politics Jan 25

WATCH: Pentagon holds news briefing

Pentagon press secretary Pat Ryder is expected to hold a news briefing on Thursday as China accuses the U.S. of abusing international law with its military maneuvers in the western Pacific…

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