Iraqi parliament speaker endorses military conscription proposal

"The Speaker of the Iraqi Parliament endorses the proposed mandatory conscription law, considering it a security and social necessity that contributes to strengthening the military institution," read a statement from Haibat al-Halbousi's office.

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Iran boosts military with Kurdish-region drill, southern naval expansion

On Saturday, Iran unveiled the induction of two naval bases, “Kordestan” and the destroyer “Sahand,” in Bandar Abbas, a major port city in southern Iran on the Strait of Hormuz. 

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Iraq to receive South Korean air defenses next year

Iraq will obtain the advanced Korean KM-SAM air defense system early next year, the defense ministry said Monday, calling it a major step toward strengthening the country’s ability to secure its skies.

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After death of two cadets, Iraq replaces Military Academy chief

Two cadets lost their lives after being subjected to excessive physical exertion under high temperatures on Tuesday

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Iraq denies reports of Houthis using Iraqi training camps

Iraq on Thursday denied reports claiming that the Houthis have been receiving training and support in an Iraqi military camp

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Iraq denies granting residency to Assad army soldiers

“We deny this news completely,” said Miqdad Miri, spokesperson for the Iraqi interior ministry

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Iraqi officials meet NATO, French commanders to strengthen security cooperation and training

Iraqi security and military officials on Saturday met with commanders of NATO and French Forces in the region to reinforce security coordination and partnerships.

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Pentagon to deploy additional military assets to Middle East

Weeks after it announced the deployment of THAAD to Israel, the US military will further reinforce its military resources in the Middle East in the coming months

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US to continue assisting Iraqi, Kurdish forces against ISIS: Pentagon

The US will continue assisting Iraqi and Kurdish forces in combatting ISIS threats, US official confirms as Iraq-US talks continue to end global coalition mission.

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