Pro-Iran Iraqi groups agreed to conditional truce with US: paramilitary source

Iran-backed armed groups in Iraq have agreed to a truce with US forces, contingent US does not attack them and does not use Iraqi airspace to attack Iran, ahead of their anticipated withdrawal.

Aug. 13, 2024

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Iran-backed resistance vows retaliation if Iraq is pulled into regional war

As the US reinforces its support to Israel’s defense, the Iran-backed resistance in Iraq has vowed to retaliate if the US was to strike Iraqi territory or even use its airspace to target Iran.

Aug. 12, 2024

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EXCLUSIVE: Iraq, US reached deal to withdraw troops in two years

Iraq and US have reached an agreement on a two year plan to withdraw US troops from the country, several Iraqi sources have confirmed to The New Region, adding that the announcement of the agreement has been postponed after initially being scheduled for this week.

Aug. 08, 2024

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The US will respond harshly to Ain al-Asad attack: security expert

An Iraqi security expert expects a “harsh” US response to the injury of its personnel in the Ain al-Asad attack, adding that the response could target leaders of armed groups.

Aug. 08, 2024

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Iraqi paramilitary group denies involvement in Ain al-Asad attack

The Iraqi Kataib Sayyid al-Shuhada armed group on Tuesday denied any involvement in attacks on bases housing US troops, claiming they have entrusted the Iraqi prime minister with ending foreign presence in the country.

Aug. 07, 2024

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Iraq’s Joint Operations Command condemns Ain al-Assad attack

The Iraqi Joint Operations Command on Tuesday condemned the attack on Ain al-Asad airbase, adding that they had recovered eight intact missiles from the vehicle the attack was launched from.

Aug. 06, 2024

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New Islamic Resistance group in Iraq claims Ain al-Asad attack

A new group from the Islamic Resistance in Iraq claimed the Monday attack on Ain al-Asad airbase where US troops are housed.

Aug. 06, 2024

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US asks Iraq to play peacekeeper role

The US Secretary of State on Sunday asked the Iraqi Prime Minister for Iraq to play a peacekeeping role in light of much anticipated Iranian-Israeli escalations.

Aug. 04, 2024

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Iraq accuses Coalition of aggression in Babil

Iraq on Wednesday condemned an attack by Coalition forces in Babil province, killing four members of the Popular Mobilization Forces.

Jul. 31, 2024

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