Israel bombs Gaza as US warns against wider war Israel continued its bombardment of Gaza despite Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu suggesting the "intense phase" of the conflict was winding down. Jun. 25, 2024 News
Three pro-Iran fighters killed in eastern Syria strike Airstrikes in eastern Syria killed three pro-Iran fighters, including two Iraqis. Jun. 22, 2024 News
US destroys eight Houthi drones US forces downed eight Iran-backed Houthi drones in Yemen in 24 hours. Jun. 19, 2024 News
Basra-Aqaba pipeline: Justifying an economic gamble Iraq's controversial Basra-Aqaba oil pipeline project aims to diversify oil revenues but is criticized for economic feasibility and geopolitical implications, including concerns about indirect normalization with Israel. Jun. 19, 2024 Articles
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. Jun. 19, 2024 News
US designates pro-Iran Iraqi armed group as terrorist Harakat Ansar Allah al-Awfiya (HAAA) and its Secretary General Haydar Muzhir Ma’lak al-Sa’idi have been designated as "Specially Designated Global Terrorists" by the US, citing their affiliation with Iran and involvement in attacks against US military personnel in Iraq and Syria. Jun. 18, 2024 News
Iraqi PM advisor slams US ambassador nominee’s comments Security policies advisor to Iraqi Prime Minister Sudani, criticized US Ambassador nominee Tracey Jacobson for her comments on Iran-backed militias and their influence in Iraq. Jun. 17, 2024 Articles
Navigating Iran's regional influence in the post-Raisi era Post-Raisi, Iran will focus on preserving regional influence amid geopolitical tensions and internal political transitions, guided by Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei's leadership. Jun. 15, 2024 Articles
US Embassy issues Iraq travel warning: Terrorism, civil unrest The US Embassy in Baghdad issued a travel warning for Iraq citing terrorism and civil unrest, urging caution and monitoring of local developments. Jun. 12, 2024 News