Former Iraqi finance minister denies US terror watchlist placement

Sami, in a statement published by Iraqi state media, "categorically" denied "what is being circulated regarding my inclusion on any US terrorism watch list or my classification within terrorism lists, and what is being said about my being barred from entering the United States is nothing more than political statements representing the positions of members of Congress."

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Lebanese army begins assuming control of ‘pilot zones’ from Israeli forces

"This milestone is a direct outcome of last week’s discussions between Israel and Lebanon in Rome," said the US State Department.

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Israel, Lebanon extend ceasefire for 45 days

Israel has violated the ceasefire established on April 16 dozens of times.

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US says seeks to ‘dismantle’ pro-Iran Iraqi groups amid lucrative reward offers

"We have spoken clearly to what is needed to dismantle the Iran-aligned militias in Iraq and advance the U.S.-Iraq relationship," a US State Department spokesperson told The New Region.

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US offers $10m reward for information on Iraqi pro-Iran militia leader

"[Kataib Sayyid al-Shuhada] members have killed Iraqi civilians and attacked US diplomatic facilities in Iraq, as well as attacking US military bases and personnel in Iraq and Syria," said the US State Department.

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US offers up to $3m for information about attacks on diplomatic facilities in Iraq

US diplomatic facilities in the Erbil and Baghdad have been repeatedly targeted by Iran and pro-Iran militias operating in Iraq.

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Washington extends condolences to Sulaimani flood victims

The floods left at least four people dead and dozens more injured or missing.

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US cautions against threats after pro-Iran group threatens envoy

“We condemn any threats against US personnel,” the State Department told The New Region, adding that Washington “constantly monitors and evaluates threat information and adjusts our security and operating postures accordingly.” 

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US Deputy Secretary of State arrives in Iraq, to open new Erbil consulate

"In Iraq, the Deputy Secretary will meet with Iraqi officials, tour US diplomatic facilities, and inaugurate the new Consulate General in Erbil," said the US State Department.

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