Iraq
US imposes sanctions on network for transporting Iranian oil
"By targeting Iran’s oil revenue stream, Treasury will further degrade the regime’s ability to carry out attacks against the United States and its allies," Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said.
Iraq to re-open the restored Nuri Mosque in Mosul
Iraq's water crisis reveals ancient secrets buried for 2,300 years
Israel’s SPIKE NLOS goes global as US Army fires advanced munition in Iraq
Iraq to deport 50,000 Turkish, Russian, Azeri nationals linked to ISIS
The foreigners appear to be mostly arrested on charges of being affiliated with ISIS or being members of families of ISIS members.
ISIS massacres continue to haunt region, must be remembered - analysis
European governments' refusal to take back citizens from refugee camps, while providing little economic support, plays a role in preventing the region from healing.
Confusion over fate of ISIS commander after US-led raid in Iraq
While Syrian officials report one senior leader was captured alive and another killed, uncertainty surrounds the outcome of the high-profile mission.
Northern Iraq's Kurdish region on edge after arrest of local opposition leader - analysis
The sudden reason for the arrest of Lahur Talabany is not clear but it casts a potential shadow over the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan.
Voices from the Arab press: Macron’s promise and Great Britain’s historical burden
A weekly selection of opinions and analyses from the Arab media around the world.
Family of Kurd executed by Iran deny allegations linking him with Mossad - report
Iran's judiciary has executed Kurdish porters under charges including "moharebeh" (enmity against God), and "efsad-e fel-arz" (corruption on earth).
Trump's tariffs might up pressure on Iraq to release Elizabeth Tsurkov - analysis
Elizabeth Tsurkov has been held in Iraq for over 860 days after being kidnapped by Kataib Hezbollah, an Iranian-backed militia. US tariffs aim to secure her freedom.
Iraqi official denies mice and rats ate country’s cash reserves
62 trillion dinars had reportedly been eaten, which is the equivalent of $47 billion, with the dinar trading at around 1,300 to one US dollar.
IRGC chief visits Baghdad over fears of Iraqi instability - analysis
Qaani met with top Shiite leaders in Baghdad to contain internal splits and preserve Iran's influence in Iraq ahead of parliamentary elections.
New drone strike near Erbil adds to growing attacks on Kurdistan region - analysis
A drone crashed near Makhmour in the latest attack on Iraq’s Kurdistan region, as officials blame Iran-aligned groups for a wave of 22 strikes.
Renewed drone attacks on Kurdistan region of Iraq
The Kurdistan Regional Government has accused the Iranian-backed Popular Mobilization Forces of being behind the attacks.
